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After the Mid-Autumn Festival, the days grew colder, but everyone's hearts remained warm as Laiyang Steel Plant developed at a rapid pace.

First, a 300-ton electric furnace was put into place, followed by the installation of a generator. Together, the two could smelt mountains of scrap iron into brand-new steel, which would then be used to produce parts needed for the rolling mill production line.

Although the steel was not of the highest quality, it was more than sufficient for casting components such as the frame of the rolling mill.

Rolling mills require roughing and finishing rolling, and steel must be cast into slabs before entering the mill, which requires a specialized slab continuous casting machine.

All of these require a large amount of steel. The construction of the production lines at Laiyang Steel Plant followed a unique path!

Even Raimov, upon seeing this, couldn't help but exclaim: "Qin is truly a talent!"

However, with Engineer Qin so busy with this rolling mill production line, has he neglected our gas turbine project?

Raimov wanted to talk to Qin Chuan, but seeing how busy Qin Chuan was every day, he felt it was inconvenient to bother him.

A week passed in the blink of an eye.

The sound of firecrackers crackling rang out.

"Today is a day to celebrate. The installation of a 230mm thick slab continuous casting machine has been completed on the brand-new rolling mill production line of our Laiyang Steel Plant, which means that the construction of our medium and heavy plate production line has entered a critical stage!"

Standing on the open ground outside the production workshop, Qin Chuan addressed the crowd: "Next, we must continue our efforts and strive to complete the production line of the King of Rolling Mills within three months, aiming to put it into operation by the end of the year!"

A round of enthusiastic applause erupted from below.

"Many people have been working day and night for our production line. I, Qin Chuan, thank you all. Tonight, let's have a celebratory banquet to thank everyone for their hard work over the past few days, and especially to thank our brother units for their help!"

Zhu Lijun and his colleagues had been working alongside the workers at Laiyang Factory, as if they had returned to the days when all the workers in the country were one big family. Qin Chuan saw this and, in addition to paying them high wages, he would also find an opportunity to treat them to a meal to express his gratitude.

Antonina's eyes darted around before she looked at Yang Xue beside her: "Boss lady, tonight is an opportunity, you have to help me!"

"Okay." Yang Xue nodded, her hand in her pocket, clutching a piece of paper tightly.

A week has passed, and Qin Chuan should have forgotten about it by now. Bringing it up again now should make him less embarrassed, so Yang Xue decided to give it a try.

This is not only to help Antonina, but also for Qin Chuan. As a modern entrepreneur, he has to keep his promises, otherwise how can Antonina continue to work for Qin Chuan in the future?

Qin Chuan needed a way out, and Antonina needed an explanation. Yang Xue was the most suitable person to act as the middleman.

……

That evening, at the No. 2 canteen of Laiyang Steel Plant.

The first canteen was on the mountain, and the second canteen was by the sea. As the area continued to expand, the previous method of cooking and delivering food from the mountain could no longer meet the needs, so the second canteen was built as a temporary solution.

The entire structure is made of steel, which is faster than reinforced concrete construction. The frame is erected, and then the walls are built with red bricks. The roof is temporarily made of corrugated steel plates. The goal is to be fast!

Last Mid-Autumn Festival, this place wasn't finished yet, but now it's ready to be used!

The canteen was filled with large round tables, each laden with dishes. The rich aroma of the food mingled with the scent of wine, making it even more lively than a festival.

"Come on, Engineer Qin, let me toast you!"

"Engineer Zhu, I should be the one to show you respect."

As Qin Chuan faced the people who came to toast him, he chatted and laughed, his words full of warmth and friendliness, making everyone feel like they were bathed in a spring breeze.

Raimov drank a few glasses and finally mustered up his courage to walk toward Qin Chuan with his glass in hand. Before he even reached Qin Chuan, he heard someone speak from the table next to him.

"Boss lady, hurry up and serve it!"

Raimov looked at the person who spoke in surprise, and then saw Yang Xue walking over with a wine glass in her hand.

"Qin, let me toast you. During my time at Laiyang Factory, I have had a very fulfilling time. I have witnessed the development of a private enterprise and the birth of an outstanding entrepreneur, and I admire him very much."

"You're practically a couple, why are you still being so polite!"

"Yes, Translator Yang, when are you going to give Qin a baby? Factory Director Qin has been waiting to hold his grandson!"

Perhaps these people had drunk too much and become bolder in their speech; in any case, Yang Xue didn't object during the Mid-Autumn Festival...

"What nonsense are you talking about? Anyone who spouts nonsense again will have their bonus docked!" Qin Chuan's words silenced everyone.

"Qin Gong, as an outstanding entrepreneur, I believe you must keep your word and not arbitrarily deduct other people's bonuses," Yang Xue continued. "If Laiyang Factory wants to grow and thrive, it needs strict rules and regulations, and promises made must be kept."

"That's right!"

The man who had just been talkative grew bolder: "Xiao Chuan, it's not that I, Old Wang, am being arrogant, but I have to say a few words today. Our Laiyang Factory is thriving, and you're a great contributor to that. However, you still need a capable wife by your side to keep an eye on you..."

Qin Chuan smiled and said, "Translator Yang, you're right. I won't deduct other people's bonuses arbitrarily anymore. As for the ones I deducted before, I will honor them."

"Long live the boss! Long live the boss's wife!"

Antonina was overjoyed—a million dollars! This was the first huge sum of money she had ever earned! Even if Qin Chuan had only given her 500,000, it would still have been quite good.

Overjoyed, I couldn't help but shout it out.

Qin Chuan's expression changed slightly. "Antonina, you still haven't learned your lesson. Have you already forgotten why I deducted your bonus last time? Believe me or not, I'll give you a bad check?"

However, before Qin Chuan could say anything, the others started shouting along.

"Long live the boss!"

"Long live the boss lady!"

Sitting nearby, Qin Jianguo smiled broadly. "Good job, everyone!" he exclaimed. "Qin Chuan has been so busy with work lately that he's neglecting his family. That won't do. The Qin family is waiting to hold their grandson. As the eldest son, I can't let the second, third, and fourth sons have it first!"

Yang Xue didn't say anything, picked up her wine glass, drank it all in one gulp, and then planned to turn around and leave, but... her stomach was burning, and her vision began to blur. Just as she was about to collapse, Qin Chuan reacted quickly and caught her in his arms.

"Give me a kiss, give me a kiss!" Antonina suddenly joined in the commotion.

This was in the early 1990s, and society wasn't as open as it is now. People could shout "Long live the boss's wife!" but they would never shout "Kiss her!"

Qin Chuan glared at her, and Antonina immediately shut up.

"Um, Translator Yang has had too much to drink. I'll take her home. You guys continue!"

Qin Chuan was also helpless. Yang Xue couldn't drink at all, so why was she offering him a drink? She used to drink Beibingyang soda when she ate at the community canteen.

Really.

Why don't we ask Antonina to help her back?

Forget it, who knows what kind of trouble Antonina might cause if I call her? I'll just take Yang Xue back by myself.