The next morning, Sun Dajiang got up very early, looking energetic, which proved that he had slept well the night before.

Seeing his son practicing boxing, he surprisingly joined in for a while. After they finished practicing, the father and son went to wash up together and then ate together.

Seeing that his father was in great spirits this morning, Sun Zhengguo showered him with compliments, praising his father's powerful and fierce punches, which made Sun Dajiang beam with joy.

After breakfast, Sun Dajiang got ready to go to work. His siblings offered their blessings, wishing their father a successful start.

Upon arriving at the steel rolling mill, Sun Dajiang found that most of his workers had arrived, though a few had dark circles under their eyes. He gathered everyone together and gave them another pre-battle pep talk.

At 8 a.m., the assessment team entered the factory, and the first department to be assessed was the electrical engineering department.

Sun Dajiang immediately organized people to participate in the assessment. Before long, twenty workers were sitting at the examination table. All of them were junior workers, including Lin Jiguo. The remaining six people watched from the side.

The exam was quick; the workers handed in their papers before the allotted time was up. After several examiners gave them an emergency check, all of them passed.

Next, they started testing practical skills. Level 1 electricians only had some basic skills, such as troubleshooting minor circuit problems and basic wiring knowledge. These were no challenge for the workers present.

In less than an hour, all the assessments were completed, and all the electricians were promoted to Level 1. The assessment team then immediately began the second round of assessments.

To the surprise of the assessment team, these workers were incredibly energetic, completing the task exceptionally quickly and with a very high accuracy rate. The second round was over in no time.

Another round of testing was passed, and all workers were promoted to Level 2 workers. Even the assessment team was amazed. Other factories had workers who passed the first round of assessment, but none of them passed the second round.

The assessment team wanted to announce a break, but the workers disagreed. Wasn't that a waste of time? They had to continue the assessment. There was nothing they could do; these days, the workers were the ones who called the shots. As long as you were willing and didn't mind the hard work, then you could keep going.

In the next Level 3 worker assessment, some people started to be eliminated. First, four were eliminated in the theoretical exam, and then five more were eliminated in the practical exam. The assessment team thought, "Is this what's normal?"

The morning's assessment has now concluded, and the results are encouraging. Out of a total of 26 people in the electrical engineering section, nine were eliminated, but all of them were Level 2 workers. The remaining 17 people will continue to participate in the assessment.

At lunchtime, all the employees of the electrical engineering department enjoyed the convenience of a small canteen, and even Lin Wencui was called over.

Because the factory leaders had heard about the electrical engineering section's performance and had high expectations for them, and since there were only a few people in total, they generously allocated 15 yuan to improve the electrical engineering section's meals.

After everyone finished eating, they left one after another. Sun Dajiang and Lin Wencui were the last to leave, and they ran into Sha Zhu, who was clearing out the place.

"Uncle Dajiang, Aunt Wencui, you've finished eating."

Sha Zhu greeted him politely.

"It's Zhu Zi. Everyone's finished eating. I heard your cafeteria also participated in the assessment this morning. How was your chef?"

Sun Dajiang asked.

“My master only participated this afternoon. You know, my master doesn’t get paid based on his chef’s rank. He gets paid as the deputy director of the cafeteria.”

"That's true. Otherwise, a master of Sichuan cuisine would have gone to a state-run restaurant long ago, since that's where his stage is."

After Sun Dajiang finished speaking, he prepared to leave. At this moment, Sha Zhu stopped Sun Dajiang and whispered something.

"Uncle Dajiang, Aunt Wencui, let me tell you, but don't tell anyone else, I also took the exam today and passed the Level 9 chef exam. I'm a full-time employee now."

Sun Dajiang and Lin Wencui were shocked by what Sha Zhu said. Logically speaking, Sha Zhu's situation was quite special, and it was unlikely that he would participate in the assessment. But now, Sha Zhu not only participated in the assessment, but his work grade was also promoted by 1 level.

"Uncle Dajiang, you don't believe it, do you? Even I don't believe it myself. My master got this from Director Li of the logistics department."

Sha Zhu explained from the side.

"Your master is really good to you. You should repay your master well in the future. Your master must have paid a heavy price this time."

They were all from the same factory, and Sun Dajiang knew Li Huaide's character well, so he gave Shazhu a heads-up.

“I know everyone calls me Silly Zhu, but I’m not really stupid. I can tell who’s good and who’s bad now, and I will definitely be good to my master in the future.”

Sun Dajiang nodded in agreement. Since Sha Zhu still needed to clean the table, the group didn't chat for long before leaving the cafeteria and returning to their office to rest.

In the afternoon, the assessment continued. Everyone except Sun Dajiang participated in the Level 4 worker assessment.

Surprisingly, out of sixteen participants, only six advanced to the next round, and Lin Jiguo was among those eliminated.

Seeing Lin Jiguo's sullen expression, Sun Dajiang stepped forward and said something.

"Ji Guo, don't be discouraged. How old are you this year? You've only been working for less than two years. It's already quite good that you were able to pass the Level 3 worker exam. Keep trying next time."

Lin Jiguo's matter was just a minor incident, and Sun Dajiang couldn't possibly comfort everyone individually; the assessment was still ongoing.

The pace of the Level 5 worker assessment has slowed down, as it gets increasingly difficult as you progress. After a period of intense activity, only three team leaders emerged victorious, while the rest were eliminated.

After a short rest, the Level 6 worker assessment began. This was Sun Dajiang's first appearance, and he completed the assessment with ease, advancing to the next round.

Of the remaining three group leaders, one, Liang Dafa, barely made it to the next round, while the other two were eliminated, stopping at level 5 and leaving the competition with regret.

With that, today's assessment came to an end. Only two people from the entire electrical engineering department advanced, while the rest were eliminated.

Everyone packed up their electrical tools and left the assessment site.

After returning to the office, Lin Wencui and her niece arrived shortly afterward.

"Dajiang, it's time to get off work."

Lin Wencui shouted.

"Okay, let's go."

After Sun Dajiang finished speaking, the group left the steel rolling mill together and returned to the courtyard house.

Back at the courtyard house, Yan Bugui and the others greeted Sun Dajiang with their blessings at the gate. Sun Dajiang politely responded to each of them before heading home.

Back home, Lin Wencui cooked, and Sun Dajiang, having nothing to do, went to help, while Lin Jiguo went to brag to Sun Zhengguo.

Lin Jiguo passed the Level 3 worker exam today, and his monthly salary has increased to 49.5 yuan. He urgently needs someone to talk to, otherwise he will feel uncomfortable keeping it all inside.

"Zhengguo, isn't your cousin amazing! I passed the Level 3 worker exam today, and my salary is 49.5 yuan. How about that? If you want anything in the future, just come to your cousin."

Seeing his cousin's exaggerated actions and smug expression, Sun Zhengguo was speechless. This cousin of his was quite something! Every time there was a raise, he would have to talk to him about it.

Then, Sun Zhengguo joked.

"You should save your money! Didn't Grandpa say he was saving it for his wedding? Be careful he doesn't tell on you, you think you can just squander your money."

After Sun Zhengguo finished speaking, Lin Jiguo's face instantly turned red.

He just couldn't understand why everyone who talked about him would bring up the topic of getting married.

Is having a wife really that great?

Why not just marry one and see?