Siheyuan: A warm home with wife and children

Yu Haitang couldn't understand it because she didn't truly realize Yang Jianguo's importance in the steel rolling mill.

They couldn't possibly know how important the special workshop's mission was, or how many high-ranking leaders were paying attention to it.

And Yang Jianguo holds a significant position in this.

To believe that you have done a good deed based solely on wishful thinking.

Their vision is limited to the size of the palm in front of them; they can't see the outside world.

This level is comparable to Liu Haizhong's.

However, it would be a mistake to let her know these things.

She'd probably be more than just a clingy leech; she'd instantly transform into a paparazzi, relentlessly pursuing him, this hot commodity.

Just before leaving work, Yang Jianguo heard Yu Haitang's voice on the radio again.

The result of the disciplinary action against Yi Zhonghai was announced and criticized in a factory-wide notice.

Li Yaoguo and the others also heard the broadcast, "How come this Yi Zhonghai is getting worse as he gets older?"

People used to have a pretty good impression of Yi Zhonghai.

Although he teaches people things from the East and West, he always likes to keep some of his knowledge to himself.

But if you win him over, he'll eventually teach you that trick too.

Besides, an ordinary worker can only be promoted to level four, or at most level six.

If you really want to learn his skills, you'll need to have the ability yourself.

In other aspects, apart from always keeping things to himself, he doesn't have any bad habits.

Nowadays, she's acting like a woman, gossiping behind people's backs.

“That old Yi…” Master Hao shook his head and said, “He’s ruined his reputation in his later years.”

He and Yi Zhonghai are about the same age; Yi Zhonghai is a grade eight worker, while Yi Zhonghai is a grade seven worker. They have been dealing with each other for more than a year or two.

I never imagined that someone would do this in their old age. It's absurd!

"Jianguo, your Yingzi was introduced to you by Aunt Liu, right?" Li Yaoguo asked.

Yang Jianguo nodded and smiled, "Of course."

Li Yaoguo suddenly stood up and scolded, "Yingzi is such a good girl, how dare Yi Zhonghai make up such things about her? I think he deserves it."

The crowd was indignant. Yang Jianguo gestured downwards, saying, "Alright, alright, this is over. Let's hurry up and finish up our work."

Chapter 131 Aunt Yi's Heartache, Chatting About Everyday Things

The fact that Yi Zhonghai was singled out for criticism is a major event, both inside and outside the steel rolling mill.

A level eight worker, no matter where they are placed.

Which unit, what position, they are all top-notch.

For ordinary workers, they are important figures to look up to.

Being publicly criticized by the factory, or being gossiped about, resulting in a bad reputation?

The news spread before the steel rolling mill even closed for the day.

These middle-aged women are really capable; their information channels cover the entire city. They're amazing.

"Did you hear that?"

"Yi Zhonghai, the eighth-grade fitter at the steel rolling mill, has been publicly criticized by the factory."

"Oh dear, an eighth-grade worker can be criticized? What's the big deal?"

"It's said that people gossip behind others' backs and ruin their reputation."

"Auntie, are you talking about Aunt Liu from the neighborhood office?"

"Yes, yes, it's her."

“My niece was thinking of asking her to introduce her to someone, but after hearing some rumors a few days ago, she hasn’t dared to mention it again.”

"That's why I say Yi Zhonghai is neither East nor West."

"Aunt Liu is such a kind-hearted person."

"He just kept saying that the family the person introduced him to wasn't a good one. Tell me, tell me."

"Isn't this going against someone's conscience and ruining their reputation?"

“That’s not true. The other day, my uncle’s son bought all the gifts, but then he kept them for himself.”

"He deserves it, he should be punished."

"Hey, I've heard more than just that. Yi Zhonghai was originally fined by the neighborhood committee and made to sweep the streets. Guess what happened after that?"

Once everyone had looked over, the old woman smiled smugly and said, "He pays people to do his work."

"Sigh~"

The women took a deep breath, their eyes filled with shock.

Avoiding work is a sign of a problem with one's mindset!

When it comes to this kind of thing, it is always dealt with strictly and severely.

No wonder an eighth-level worker was given a public reprimand and suspended from duty.

"Alright, alright, the factory's closed for the day, stop talking."

Seeing the steel mill workers appearing one after another, the women exchanged glances and disappeared at the street corner.

Before long, the news spread like wildfire throughout the spiderweb-like alleyways.

This news also reached the ears of the Yi family.

Upon learning that her husband had suspended her from her job, Ms. Yi got off the kang (a heated brick bed) and went outside.

"Who said that? Who said Old Yi has been suspended from his post?" Madam Yi lifted the curtain and walked into the middle courtyard.

I saw Aunt Er and Granny Jia gossiping away, talking animatedly.

"Auntie Er, how can you talk such nonsense?"

The Yi family did not believe that their own husband, Old Yi, could be suspended from his post.

Those level eight workers do jobs that no one can replace, so they can stop working whenever they want.

"Oh, sister-in-law, I don't like hearing you say that."

Aunt Er smirked, her face full of meanness: "I only heard it from people on the street, I didn't spread it myself."

"You shouldn't spread what you've heard around. If you do, who else will you be if not you?"

Yi was a little angry. How could such words be spread so casually?

Seeing her like that, Aunt Er turned her head and was about to retort.

But then I thought about her health, and worried that I might offend her with just a few words.

Well, we can't afford to mess with this sickly guy.

"That's what everyone's saying anyway, believe it or not!" Aunt Er lifted her butt, grabbed a stool, and went back into the house.

If I can't afford to mess with them, can't I at least avoid them?

Seeing Aunt Er return to the house, Yi turned her gaze to Jia Zhangshi: "Sister-in-law, why are you also talking nonsense with them?"

Jia Zhangshi lowered her head somewhat guiltily; she had learned her lesson enough these past few days.

Furthermore, Yi was a kind-hearted person.

She had helped their family quite a bit in the past, so Jia Zhangshi felt a little embarrassed.

During this period of labor reform, I went to the street office to attend meetings every day.

It must be said that Jia Zhangshi's ideological awareness has improved somewhat.

At least now I know what 'shame' means.

In the past, they would have started cursing long ago.

Who cares who you are, or whether there's any gratitude or not?

Love so and so!

"...I'm going back to my room to cook. You'll know when Lao Yi comes back."

Jia Zhangshi, carrying a washbasin, also returned.

Now, only Madam Yi was left in the courtyard.

It was quiet and deserted, with a gentle breeze blowing.

Yi felt only desolation and was filled with bitterness.

Hey ~

Why was I not able to give Lao Yi a son or daughter?

Everyone says Yi Zhonghai has a mental illness.

Yi was also feeling bad.

Yi Zhonghai's illness is that he has no children, and his old age is in jeopardy!

Mr. Yi's illness was caused by him...

The more Yi Zhonghai schemed, the more serious Yi's inner turmoil became.

If it weren't for him, why would Lao Yi have gone to such lengths to scheme?

If it weren't for me, how could Lao Yi have lost his conscience?

If it weren't for him, how could Lao Yi have become so bewitched that he turned himself into this state?

Every time Yi Zhonghai schemed, it felt like a knife was stabbing into the heart of the Yi family.

The more he schemed, the more broken Aunt Yi's heart became.

She had nowhere to vent her frustrations, so she could only keep them bottled up, which made her heartache worse and worse.

Otherwise, how could her health have gotten worse and worse?

Bang!

The wheels clattered against the stone slabs as Yingzi pushed her Forever brand bicycle into the courtyard.

At a glance, one could spot Yi Shi standing forlornly in front of the doorway.

"Auntie, are you waiting for someone?" Yingzi greeted her politely.

Yi was momentarily stunned. When she recognized her, she forced a smile and said, "Sigh, wait for our old man Yi."

Hearing her say that, Yingzi became curious.

However, she didn't ask why, but simply said with concern, "Your health isn't good, you should go back inside and wait."

He saw Yi nod, but did not respond.

Yingzi parked the car, opened the door, and prepared to cook.

"Jianguo's wife" refers to Yi.

Standing at the door, he looked at her awkwardly and said, "Jianguo's wife, I want to apologize to you again for what happened last time."

"Old Yi didn't mean it, you know, he..."

Ms. Yi didn't know how to bring it up and tell people that her husband was planning for his old age.

The issue of elder care is making us almost inhuman.

Looking at her frail figure, she stood so forlornly at the door.

Yingzi's heart softened, and she sighed inwardly, saying, "Auntie, please come inside and let's talk!"

Yingzi knew exactly what Yi Zhonghai was thinking.

Not only did her own husband tell her, but Sha Zhu also complained a lot when he went out drinking with Yang Jianguo.