Siheyuan: A warm home with wife and children

Don't be fooled by the fact that it didn't take much effort at first; maintaining full concentration is the most tiring thing.

Right now, Yang Jianguo felt completely drained.

"Master, have some tea." Qin Huairu came over carrying a teacup.

He nodded and took the teacup.

Yang Jianguo took a sip of his drink before speaking: "How are you doing with the books I gave you lately?"

“I read it carefully, and I looked it up in the dictionary when I didn’t understand it, and I asked Banggeng and Yanjia.”

The first edition of the Xinhua Dictionary was printed in 53/54 and was readily available in bookstores; it was also the most widely distributed book.

A hardcover book costs two yuan and thirty cents. The one Qin Huairu has in her hand is not bought, but lent to her by Yang Jianguo.

That dictionary was the one he used when he was a child.

It's not of much use now, so I lent it to Qin Huairu to look up characters and study.

"Study hard, you've been doing well lately."

Yang Jianguo said something, and under Qin Huairu's surprised gaze, he added, "I came to pick up the book after work today."

If you're going to be an apprentice, you have to act like one.

If you're going to be a master, you have to act like one.

Your apprentices treat you with utmost respect and devotion.

You have to teach others your skills so they can learn them.

Or, how about calling him something like "Dog...bullshi master"?

"Understood, Master." Qin Huairu said happily, "Thank you, Master."

"Yes, call Zhang Chao over." Yang Jianguo.

When Zhang Chao arrived, Yang Jianguo repeated what he had said earlier.

How is your learning going? What difficulties or problems are you facing?

That's it. I'll have him finish work and walk with me to get the book.

Although he said he was bringing books, they were actually notes that Yang Jianguo had compiled himself.

Yesterday at home, I went through books and notes, and wrote down everything that was useful.

After finishing, I took advantage of some free time and copied two copies.

The two are slightly different; Zhang Chao's covers advanced content, while Qin Huairu's covers the basic framework.

Zhang Chao has a good foundation, is educated, and learns things quickly.

Qin Huairu has a weak foundation, lacks education, learns slowly, and his basic skills are not solid.

This requires him to teach according to students' aptitudes and arrange the learning progress according to the actual situation.

Yang Jianguo considers himself qualified as a mentor.

"Jianguo, Jianguo, come and see!" Li Yaoguo suddenly shouted from the front, his face beaming with joy.

Judging from his expression, it's definitely going to work out.

Yang Jianguo stepped forward and took a look, and sure enough, that was it.

This time, they not only have to complete the task, but also exceed it and achieve it to a high standard.

They've got the credit for the collective effort.

"Master, shouldn't we report this to the factory manager?" Zhang Chao reminded him.

Yang Jianguo thought for a moment, then nodded and replied, "Okay, you go."

Zhang Chao turned to leave, but before he reached the door, he saw Yu Haitang coming in.

"Comrade Yu Haitang, what are you doing here?" Zhang Chao asked with surprise as he saw her wearing a green military uniform.

I was a little excited; Yu Haitang looked really good in that outfit.

He's a young man, full of vigor and has a stable job.

The next step is to consider getting married and settling down.

How could anyone not be tempted by a beautiful, young, and outstanding single woman like Yu Haitang?

Ask around in this factory.

Of all the men of marriageable age, how many wouldn't have feelings for her?

Xu Damao, also a film projectionist in the propaganda department.

He's practically become a leech, sticking to her every single day.

Thinking of this, Zhang Chao glanced outside and thought to himself, "This is strange today, why don't I see that dog skin plaster?"

Yu Haitang tugged at her clothes and said, "Don't look, there's no one here, it's just me..."

Zhang Chao smiled and asked, "So what's this?"

Yu Haitang peered inside and asked, "I just passed by and heard a lot of noise coming from your workshop. It sounded like there was a happy occasion?"

"Yes, the task assigned by the factory has been completed." Zhang Chao nodded happily.

This is a joyous occasion, there's no need to hide it.

Isn't he planning to go and report to the factory manager right now?

"That's great, congratulations!" Yu Haitang was also very happy. "Are you going to tell the factory manager the good news?"

Zhang Chao said, "Yes, to report good news."

Yu Haitang immediately said, "I'll go with you."

Seeing her rushing off, Zhang Chao quickly followed, saying, "No, this is our workshop business, what are you going to do there?"

Yu Haitang turned around and said seriously, "Zhang Chao, that's not right. Have you forgotten what I do?"

"A news anchor!"

"So, regarding this matter, won't I be the one to notify and publicize it? Shouldn't I be the one to find out what's going on?"

After she said that, Zhang Chao realized it was true.

Furthermore, Zhang Chao was happy to be alone with her.

"Has your family introduced you to Yu Haitang?" Taking advantage of the fact that it was just the two of them, Zhang Chao wanted to sound out her.

"I was introduced, but I didn't see it," Yu Haitang said domineeringly.

"My man... I have to choose myself. He has to have ideals, awareness, and be in line with my thoughts."

Yu Haitang thought for a moment and said, "And the most important point is that you have to be outstanding enough, more outstanding than me."

Zhang Chao smiled and said, "That's difficult. There aren't many people more outstanding than you."

Hearing the compliments, Yu Haitang smiled smugly and said, "That's right, but you're not bad either."

"If you work hard with your master, you'll definitely have a bright future."

Look at the way she talks about her master... her eyes, her tone, her actions.

Thinking back to what she had said before, Zhang Chao thought to himself, "Well, another one has fallen into a trap."

How could he, as the apprentice, not understand how deep the pit his master had dug?

If you fall in, it'll be hard to climb out...

Zhang Chao felt that he was incapable of pulling her out...

This relationship with Yu Haitang is now over.

It's a bit of a shame, but that's just how it is.

It's not like we're talking about marriage; it's just a thought that's there. If we feel it's not right, we'll break it off.

Zhang Chao is someone who can take things on and let them go.

There are plenty of good girls in the world; there's bound to be one suitable.

Putting those thoughts aside, Zhang Chao chatted and laughed with her as they entered the office building.

Snapped!

Factory Director Yang slammed his hand on the table, stood up, his face trembling with excitement: "Good, good, good!"

"Hahaha..." Seeing his crazy behavior, Zhang Chao and Yu Haitang lowered their heads and chuckled.

This Factory Director Yang is acting like a child, it's really interesting!

Chapter 168 Going Home to Write a Report and Prepare Gifts

"Jianguo, I've already reported this to the top leader. He'll definitely want to talk to you personally when he gets back."

Upon hearing what Director Yang said, Yang Jianguo smiled noncommittally and replied, "I will follow the leader's arrangements."

Factory Director Yang patted him on the shoulder and jokingly scolded, "You slippery little devil."

"By the way, you need to write up the summary report as soon as possible so I can submit it for you."

"The top experts are definitely waiting to see!" Director Yang got excited again at the mention of this.

What great experts? They're just waiting for our factory's technical report and summary.

This guy calls himself a top expert?

I think we should recommend an expert for the founding of the nation.

However, this feeling of being carried away only lasted for a short while.

If Yang Jianguo were given an expert title, Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill would not be able to retain him.

When the time comes, there won't be anyone to discuss it with you.

They asked if you wanted to go somewhere, and you talked about your ideals and your dedication.

A transfer order from above tells you where to go.

Not going?

Haha, you've already tried to die!

Director Yang had always had a suspicion in his heart.

Yang Jianguo, that kid, is secretly hiding his true abilities!

The purpose is to stay at home.

But Director Yang only thought about it in his heart.

Even if there were a way to prove it, he wouldn't do it.

What, you're destroying your own walls.

They insist on pushing their precious child away and throwing him out.

crazy?

We're short of people, we're short of people everywhere.

Yang Jianguo is neither missing nor added to our lives.

Even if Yang Jianguo were added, the talent gap would still be just as large.

Besides, Director Yang doesn't have that kind of vision and ideals.

Nothing else is as good as a steel rolling mill.

Besides, isn't making a contribution at the steel rolling mill a contribution?

"Then I'll take tomorrow off." Yang Jianguo took the opportunity to ask for leave, hoping to get as much rest as possible.

The key point is that tomorrow is Saturday.

Yingzi's factory doesn't have any work hours, so if they could have a day off, the two of them would have more time to spend alone together.

"Fine, fine, Monday. The report must be in my hands by Monday." Director Yang waved his hand dismissively and laughed, "Get lost."