Because of the commendation broadcast that morning, Huang Jianguo and Jianmin became famous throughout the steel plant.

It's already quite an achievement to receive recognition, but the reason for their recognition is different from everyone else's.

Everyone else except them had good work performance and was recognized as an outstanding individual.

They were the only two: one helped abducted children, and the other rescued the factory's assets.

Furthermore, the fact that the two of them were brothers made others even more interested in them.

Inside the workshop

From the moment she heard the broadcast, Chen Zhaodi's smile never faded. She was so focused on Huang Jianguo's house that she had completely forgotten about Huang Jianjun's commendation.

Because half a year has passed since Huang Jianjun's incident, Chen Zhaodi estimates that even Huang Jianjun himself may have forgotten about it.

"Zhao Di, were those your two sons on the radio just now?"

The workers in the same workshop as Chen Zhaodi whispered gossip.

Chen Zhaodi nodded proudly: "Yes, they are my two sons, hahaha."

Upon hearing Chen Zhaodi's admission, her coworkers nearby all looked at her with envy.

"Your two sons are really amazing! There are only ten outstanding individuals in total, and your family already has two of them!"

"Yes, yes, I really envy you!"

"Exactly, my kids, forget about getting promoted, they didn't even get hired at the factory twice before. Sigh..."

"By the way, Zhaodi, I remember your two sons don't seem to have girlfriends yet, right? My daughter is 19 this year, how about we introduce them to each other?"

One of the coworkers was calculating her options. She thought that the Huang family already had a house at the steel factory, and now Huang Jianguo had been allocated a house.

If her daughter marries Huang Jianguo, she will be able to take charge of her own household immediately after marriage.

Moreover, the Huang family only has four members, all of whom are workers. That's amazing! At the very least, they have no worries about food and clothing!

Chen Zhaodi was overjoyed to hear her fellow workers praising her two sons. However, when she heard someone wanting to introduce them to potential partners, she quickly explained the situation.

"I'm not single. My eldest child is already married, and my second child has a partner. Thank you for your kind offer."

However, the other workers didn't quite believe it, thinking it was just an excuse Chen Zhaodi was using to brush them off.

"Really? Didn't you go around trying to find someone to date your son not long ago?"

"Yeah, it hasn't been that long, how come he already has a boyfriend and is already married?"

Seeing that they didn't believe her, Chen Zhaodi had no choice but to explain while she worked.

After finally enduring until the workday ended, Chen Zhaodi quickly slipped away.

She simply couldn't handle it anymore. If they had been so enthusiastic in introducing potential partners last month, Chen Zhaodi would have been much happier.

But now, it's just a burden. Because no matter what Chen Zhaodi says, they all feel like she's lying to them.

When Huang Eryuan saw Chen Zhaodi come out, he asked with a proud look, "Wife, did you hear the broadcast today?"

"Of course I heard! The eldest and second eldest have really made something of themselves! How about we invite our in-laws along tonight and go to a state-run restaurant to celebrate?"

Chen Zhaodi had been thinking about this since earlier; it was a very happy occasion, and they definitely had to celebrate it properly.

Moreover, Chen Zhaodi believes that Huang Jianguo and Huang Jianjun's recognition is actually thanks to Huang Qinqin.

Firstly, because Huang Qinqin gave them both their jobs.

Secondly, when Fang Hui came to express his gratitude, Huang Qinqin specially arranged for him to go to the steel plant to deliver the thank-you letter.

Thirdly, if it weren't for Xu Weiguo's influence, Huang Jianguo would not have received any compensation after being injured.

Although it's possible to report the incident to the police, the factory can easily find any excuse to suppress it.

There will be compensation, simply because Xu Weiguo got involved, and they are related to Xu Weiguo by marriage. The factory felt they couldn't offend Xu Weiguo, so they allocated a house to Huang Jianguo.

Huang Eryuan thought about it for a moment and realized that he had also thought of these things. So the two of them discussed it and decided to go and inform them now.

To avoid going over after get off work in the afternoon when my in-laws have already prepared the meal.

When Zhang Yumei saw Chen Zhaodi and the others arrive, she quickly invited them in to sit down: "In-laws, have you eaten yet? Why don't you come in and eat with us?"

Chen Zhaodi waved her hand: "No need, the family has already cooked dinner. I came here to tell you that we would like to invite you to have dinner at the state-run restaurant tonight."

Zhang Yumei smiled and said, "Okay, then I'll thank you in advance, in-laws. Is there some good news?"

Chen Zhaodi said modestly, "It's not really a happy occasion, it's just that Brother Qinqin and Brother Erqin were commended on the factory's public address system today."

"I just wanted to have a meal with my in-laws and have some fun."

Then Chen Zhaodi remembered that Xu Weiguo's sister was also living at the Xu family's house, so she added, "Let's invite Afang and the others over tonight too. It'll be more lively with more people."

Upon hearing that both of Qinqin's older brothers had been commended, Zhang Yumei excitedly slapped her thigh and exclaimed, "Isn't this a cause for celebration?"

"This is such a joyous occasion! We'll definitely be there tonight, hahaha."

Huang Qinqin had just returned home when she saw her parents there, and just then she overheard Zhang Yumei's last words.

She looked at Chen Zhaodi and the others and asked, "Mom and Dad, why are you here at this hour? Have you eaten?"

Then he looked at Zhang Yumei and asked with a smile, "Mom, is there some great news?"

Chen Zhaodi explained the situation again, and finally reminded them, "Remember to come over for dinner tonight. We'll head back for dinner now."

"Okay~ Mom and Dad, ride slowly and be careful!"

"Okay~"

After the Xu family was all gathered, Zhang Yumei brought up the matter.

"Qinqin's parents just came over and invited us to dinner at the state-run restaurant tonight. Afang, you should come along too."

"Your in-laws specifically emphasized that you should come along too."

Xu Fang hesitated for a moment: "Isn't this a bit inappropriate? There are so many people in our family."

Seeing this, Huang Qinqin quickly said, "What's wrong with that? It's more lively with more people, and we're all family, so of course we should go together."

"Yes, it's more fun when everyone goes together."

Huang Qinqin has witnessed firsthand how good Xu Fang has been to them over the years.

Xu Fang accompanied Zhang Yumei to buy groceries and cook, while Chen Ming took on the heavy chores around the house. Now that they were going out to eat, they couldn't be left behind.

After being persuaded by Huang Qinqin and Zhang Yumei, Xu Fang finally nodded in agreement.

"Then I'll shamelessly go with you guys and freeload off you."