Siheyuan: A warm home with wife and children

His body was hunched over, and he staggered backward, falling into a chair.

The grief and indignation in his eyes added a touch of sadness to the room.

"No, you're being incredibly irresponsible as an uncle. Liu Guangtian treats his parents like this, and you just stand by and watch?"

Aunt Er acted foolishly and wanted Yang Jianguo to discipline her son.

But if your parents are like this, why should Yang Jianguo step forward? What is he to Liu Guangtian?

However, it needs to be made clear at this point.

"Auntie Er, Liu Guangtian hit you!" Yang Jianguo asked.

Aunt Er was taken aback, then shook her head.

"Was that an insult?" Aunt Er continued to shake her head, her previous self-righteous demeanor gone.

"I didn't hit you, I didn't yell at you, and you don't have to support me, so what's the problem?"

Yang Jianguo was puzzled. How could you blame me for the mess you made in your own home?

Oh, if your family isn't harmonious, then I have to make way for harmony.

If your son is disobedient, does that mean I have to discipline him for you?

I'll take care of you from now on.

What kind of mess is this? Seriously.

Looking back and seeing that they were all still there, Yang Jianguo raised his hand and said, "They're back."

After saying that, he headed home; he didn't have time to waste.

He didn't even realize what the problem was; he was only thinking about showing off his authority as the head of the family.

I wanted him to help me out, but that's not possible.

If you really want to solve the problem properly, Yang Jianguo is willing to help.

Using him as a pawn? You can rest now!

Furthermore, Liu Guangtian's escape...

Whether he will come back or not is still uncertain, but he knows that Guangfu has already returned to the city and is now quite capable.

It seems Liu Guangtian will go and seek refuge with him.

"No, Jianguo, his great-uncle."

Seeing that she couldn't be stopped, Aunt Er's eyes darted around and fixed on Aunt Liu. "Uncle, you can't leave."

“Jianguo may not handle this, but you can’t ignore it. This is a neighborhood dispute, and you’re in charge of this.”

“If anyone has a conflict, you’re the one to resolve it. You said that yourself at the meeting, so you can’t go back on your word.”

Aunt Liu, who was being pestered by her, only regretted that she hadn't walked faster.

But now that they've got me all hooked, I can't just let it go.

The only thing we can do is to appease Aunt Er and Uncle Er and calm them down.

"As for Guangtian, I'll talk to him when he gets back," Aunt Liu said, taking on the responsibility.

Someone has to step in and resolve this matter eventually.

Jian Guo is a very busy person, and he has just been transferred to another job.

They're probably preoccupied with something and don't want to deal with these trivial family matters.

She's been the head housekeeper of the compound for years, and she's gotten used to being a peacemaker.

It's just a few words between father and son, isn't it?

It's easy, just get everyone together and talk it out.

Furthermore, it's uncertain when Liu Guangtian will return, or even if he will return at all.

After hearing what Aunt Liu said, Aunt Er finally stopped nagging, but she confirmed with her again and again.

When that unfilial son Guangtian returns, he'll have to be given a good scolding.

But a week passed and Liu Guangtian never showed up again, while Yang Jianguo's preparations went smoothly.

All the necessary personnel were in place, and the project was officially launched.

The next step is the preliminary preparation.

From the project proposal to the specific project process, material selection, technology, equipment...

There are endless meetings of all kinds; you might finish discussing something today, only to encounter new obstacles tomorrow.

The team was also in a period of adjustment, with disunity and differing opinions, which made Yang Jianguo increasingly dissatisfied.

Sure enough, this situation occurred again during today's meeting.

Some suggested using steel from Hongxing Steel, but others immediately countered that Ludong Heavy Industry's steel was of better quality.

Then someone suggested that only products sourced from overseas could meet the quality standards.

"Alright." Yang Jianguo tossed the notebook in his hand onto the table, and the argument quieted down.

Those who had spoken earlier were staring at each other, each unwilling to concede to the other, as if trying to determine who was superior with their eyes...

“I understand what everyone means; each family has its own reasons.”

Yang Jianguo's conciliatory statement immediately made people look at him with disdain, thinking, 'Looks like he's easy to manipulate.'

But then he said, "Since you all have your own preferred goals and can't reach a conclusion by arguing about them."

"Easy, just bring them out and compare them. We'll only know if it's a fake show or real skill once it's revealed."

Yang Jianguo looked at Xiang Shaodong and asked, "Have you remembered all those names from before?"

"I've written it all down." Xiang Shaodong patted the notebook; he hadn't changed his habit of taking notes.

"I'll set the requirements and deadlines. Then we'll send up all the samples for comparison and verification, and we'll know for sure whether it works or not."

Upon hearing this, some people hesitated, while others agreed.

Most people agreed, but then someone else suggested purchasing materials from abroad: "Director, do we have a foreign exchange quota?"

Yang Jianguo chuckled and said, "Why would we need foreign exchange? Aren't the orders coming up later money?"

"If you want to make money, you have to invest capital first. We even have to buy the samples ourselves. Let them get the hell out of here."

After Yang Jianguo finished speaking with a laugh and a scolding tone, he waved his hand, signaling everyone to leave.

After everyone left and the door was closed, only Xiang Shaodong remained. Yang Jianguo put his hand to his forehead, closed his eyes, and pretended to doze off.

"Jianguo, are we really going to send a notice to all the factories?" Xiang Shaodong hesitated after glancing at the list in the notebook.

He felt that the founding of the country had been too lenient with these people, and that he should vent his anger and properly curb their arrogance.

Look at all these capable people, they're practically on their way to heaven.

Does getting angry make people submit?

Yang Jianguo opened his eyes and laughed, "You have to show your skills and let the facts speak for themselves."

“From now on, we’ll be working together. If we’re not on the same page and we’re not convinced, how can we do a good job?”

“Since there are differing opinions, let’s let the facts speak for themselves.” Yang Jianguo went around behind the table and opened a drawer.

He took out a dozen sheets of paper stapled together and handed them to Xiang Shaodong, saying, "The requirements are all on here. Send them out as soon as possible."

Within ten days of receiving the notification, the company whose sample is of the highest quality will be used.

"How can the steel mill not have any objections?" Xiang Shaodong asked, shrinking back.

Yang Jianguo frowned and glared at him.

Xiang Shaodong immediately understood, "Never mind what I said, I'll send this out first."

With the office quiet again, Yang Jianguo went over his previous plans in his mind once more.

When a new idea comes to mind, I take out a notebook and quickly write it down.

If we stop again, it will be getting dark outside.

"Xiao Wu," Yang Jianguo called out, and his secretary came in.

The young woman, dressed in a green military uniform, rubber-soled shoes, and with short hair, was named "Engineer Yang."

This is Wu Mei, the secretary assigned to him by the ministry.

They originally wanted to provide him with a car, but Yang Jianguo refused.

His perfectly good bicycle is convenient and liberating to ride back and forth, and it also provides exercise.

Why would you ride in a car if you don't need to? Doesn't it burn gas?

"Xiao Wu, take this to the general office and tell them it's a new revision suggestion, and ask them to give me a reply tomorrow morning."

Taking the letter from Yang Jianguo and looking at the densely written words on it, Wu Mei responded and left.

Chapter 277 The Brothers' Thoughts, Aunt Liu's Helplessness

After the secretary handed the documents to the general affairs office, Yang Jianguo told her she could go home.

He went out by himself and rode his bike home.

As I entered the alley, I saw two people whose backs looked somewhat familiar.

Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be Liu Guangtian and Liu Guangfu!

"Brother Jianguo." Upon seeing Yang Jianguo, the two stopped and greeted him with smiles.

Yang Jianguo got off the car and asked, "Are you planning to go home?"

"Go home? Even the dogs wouldn't want to." Liu Guangtian scoffed.

Liu Guangfu nudged him with his elbow and laughed, "I'm not going back, I'm going to check on someone up ahead."

Yang Jianguo nodded and said, "Did your work unit arrange housing for you?"

Liu Guangfu joined a performing arts troupe after returning to his hometown, but it's unclear what he did specifically.

But judging from his appearance, he seemed quite pleased with himself; he must be doing very well inside.

"It's arranged. My brother will be living with me." Liu Guangfu said with great pride.

But he also had reason to be proud, as he used his own abilities to return to the city and find a job.

He didn't ask his family for a single penny from beginning to end; he handled everything himself.

He was formally employed by the performing arts troupe and even became a minor leader.

Next, Liu Guangfu's goal was very clear.

Take it one step at a time and strive to get promoted as soon as possible and join the real leadership team.

He plans to dedicate the rest of his life to the performing arts troupe, working as a selfless behind-the-scenes worker.

Liu Guangfu didn't think much about how far things would ultimately go.

In short, as long as you are willing to work hard, I believe the result will be good.

Compared to those who returned to their hometowns or cities and stayed at home worrying and having no clue what to do, people nowadays are much better off.

His salary and benefits, as well as the nature of his work, are both excellent.

If it were any other family, they would have already shown off their son.

He would boast to everyone he met about having such a successful son.

But when it comes to bangs, nothing seems right.

"Brother Jianguo, how's my dad?" Liu Guangtian had been holding back for a while, but he couldn't help asking.

He's been deliberately avoiding me these past few days, and we haven't even met at the factory.

I just heard from people that his face... didn't look too good.

He's been giving everyone the cold shoulder these past few days, and he's given several apprentices a good scolding.

Although she was still angry, she was still worried about him.