Chapter 127: No, Jianguo and other women are not allowed

Before lunch, Wang Ying had already written his proposal. During lunch, Wang Ying looked at his subordinates and realized that he had no one to use.

Today, Zhou Qianjin is the deputy team leader, responsible for two new types of biscuits, Xu Lili is responsible for peach cakes, Luo Wenshu is responsible for shaqima, Wu Haiyang is responsible for pastries... Tian Yulan and Yang Jianshe are also production team leaders, and each has their own things to do.

"Director, is there anything wrong?" Zhou Qianjin saw Wang Ying's eyes sweeping across their faces one by one, as if he had something to say.

Wang Ying said, "Yes, there's something going on. I have a new product I'd like to develop, but you're all busy, so it's not appropriate for anyone to take it on."

"We can!" "We're free!" Several people spoke at once, their voices so loud that they attracted the attention of their colleagues around them.

Wang Ying smiled and said, "Don't agree so readily. If the new product can't be produced and the work at hand is delayed, it will be troublesome."

Zhou Qianjin asked, "Director, what new product do you want to make?"

Wang Ying said: "A biscuit, but it is difficult."

Zhou Qianjin was currently in charge of the biscuits, so he asked again, "What's the difficulty?"

"I want to make shapes, so I have to ensure a certain hardness so that the shapes will not break or fall apart, but it can't be too hard to affect the taste," said Wang Ying.

Zhou Qianjin and the others were a little puzzled. Cookies are meant to be eaten, not looked at. Why would they need shapes? But the director must have her reasons, so they all nodded in understanding.

Wang Ying had a candidate in mind, but he wasn't currently employed at the factory. He thought of Lu Zhongming, whose family originally ran a pastry factory and whose work ethic was rigorous, making him a good fit for the job.

Zhou Qianjin said, "Why don't you let me try? I make cookies too."

"Let me take a look. We must first ensure the smooth completion of the current tasks at hand. Don't forget about the year-end benefits. The New Year is coming soon." Wang Ying said.

"Don't worry, Director." Several people said.

After lunch, Wang Ying first took the proposal to Director Zhao.

Director Zhao was immediately drawn to the title. "Digital Cookies"? Cookies made to look like numbers—she had the ingenuity to come up with this! He immediately thought the proposal was excellent.

Director Zhao signed his agreement directly after Wang Ying’s proposal.

"How did you come up with the idea of making these digital cookies?" Director Zhao asked.

Wang Ying smiled and said, "I remembered it when I saw Director Xiang's draft paper."

Look, this is a smart person! Director Zhao thought to himself, and nodded: "Take it to the factory director yourself. He asked you yesterday after not coming for a few days."

"Okay." Wang Ying took the proposal and went to the factory director's office.

Wang Ying walked to the door of the factory director's office and heard someone talking inside, so she knocked on the door.

"Come in."

After Wang Ying entered, he saw that the person talking to the factory manager was the current person in charge of the direct-operated store, Liu Feng.

When Liu Feng saw Wang Ying, he was very polite and greeted her with a smile: "Hello, Director Wang." Liu Feng was originally a clerk in the factory, and now he is the person in charge of the store. He is very grateful to Wang Ying. If Director Wang had not proposed to open this direct-operated store, he would not have had this opportunity.

"Hello, Manager Liu." Wang Ying greeted him with a smile.

"Not the store manager, not the store manager." Liu Feng waved his hands quickly.

Liu Feng does indeed do the work of a store manager, but he does not have the title of store manager at the moment.

"Director Wang, you have something to talk to the factory manager about. I'll leave first. You guys get busy. Director Wang, please come to our store when you have time and give us some guidance on our work." Liu Feng said and left.

As soon as Wang Ying came in, Qian Tongsheng noticed the document in her hand. After Liu Feng left, he asked directly, "What are you holding in your hand? Is it some new proposal?"

Wang Ying chuckled: "The factory director is wise."

Qian Tongsheng didn't want to be so wise, mainly because this kind of thing happened too many times, and Wang Ying came to him most likely to give him a "surprise".

"What is it this time?" Qian Tongsheng didn't even stretch out his hand, for fear that it would be a hot potato. Wang Ying would give him another difficult problem.

"Please take a look." Wang Ying placed the document in front of Qian Tongsheng.

After reading it, Qian Tongsheng was silent for a few seconds, then looked up at Wang Ying for a few seconds, and then he pointed to the meeting chair opposite his desk.

When Wang Ying saw that the factory director asked her to sit down, it meant that the proposal was passed.

"What's wrong with your head?" Qian Tongsheng said.

"I'll take it as a compliment from the factory director." Wang Ying said with a smile.

Qian Tongsheng also laughed: "What do you mean by 'dang'? I was just praising you. This is a really good idea. You probably didn't learn it from somewhere else. Anyway, I have never seen this kind of biscuit."

I still learned...but I learned it from my memories of my previous life. The memories are stored in my mind, and today when I saw Director Xiang's draft paper, it suddenly popped up in my mind.

"I came up with this idea after seeing Director Xiang's draft paper," Wang Ying said. "Both Director Xiang and Director Zhao think my proposal is good. Director, what do you think?"

"Do they think it's okay?" Qian Tongsheng asked back.

"Hmm." Wang Ying was puzzled. Could it be that the factory director felt bad? Then why did he praise her just now?

"They think it's okay... I think it's great!" Qian Tongsheng said with a smile.

It was a false alarm, and Lao Qian now feels humorous.

"Do you agree, Director?" Wang Ying said with a smile.

"It's a good proposal. There is no reason to disagree." Qian Tongsheng said as he scanned the proposal again.

Wang Ying also felt that there was no reason to disagree.

"Director, the problem right now is that I don't have anyone working for me," Wang Ying said. "Everyone in our team is already responsible for their own projects, and we're going to start producing and packaging our welfare products in the next couple of days."

"What do you think?" Qian Tongsheng felt that Wang Ying would not just say this.

Wang Ying said, "I want to recruit Lu Zhongming back."

Qian Tongsheng couldn't remember who Lu Zhongming was for a moment and looked confused.

Wang Ying told him about Lu Zhongming's situation.

"It's him." Qian Tongsheng leaned back in his chair, remembering who Lu Zhongming was. However, he was not very willing to recruit Lu Zhongming back. After all, he was fired from their factory...

"Do we have to hire him? Can't we just pick outstanding talents from the factory?" Qian Tongsheng said.

"It's not that he's not capable, but I think he's a good person, a talented person. When we first made mint cake, he provided me with the first batch of mint. He also contributed to the improvement of peach cake. He is a kind-hearted person." Wang Ying said.

Qian Tongsheng said, "I agree with the proposal, but I need to think about Lu Zhongming's matter again."

"Okay, I just made a suggestion because I thought he was a ready-made talent. In fact, I went to see him several times, but he might not be willing to come back." Wang Ying said with a smile.

Qian Tongsheng smiled and said, "I understand." He thought to himself, Comrade Xiao Wang seems to really want Lu Zhongming to come back, and he even uses provocation to get him to come back.

"Director, please take your time to think about it. The research and development of this biscuit will have to be done after the New Year. We are too busy at the end of the year and we definitely won't be able to spare any manpower. Moreover, I want to give these biscuits as gifts for the children of Beichong on Children's Day next year. Of course, if possible, I would like to give them to more children. It depends on how far we can sell these biscuits." Wang Ying said.

Qian Tongsheng understood Wang Ying's intentions. Comrade Wang Ying had never concealed his ambition to make the non-staple food factory bigger and stronger. He was much more ambitious than the factory director himself. The future belonged to young people like them...

Qian Tongsheng nodded: "Very good, very good."

"I will write a detailed plan at that time. Director, let's give Children's Day gifts to more children across the country!" Wang Ying looked at Qian Tongsheng with bright eyes.

Qian Tongsheng's fighting spirit was ignited by Wang Ying. What's wrong with the future belonging to the young? Why can't a middle-aged man like him be allowed to ignite it again? He can't lose!

"Okay!" Qian Tongsheng agreed.

"I will continue to delve into the follow-up matters and report any progress to the factory director at any time. The factory director is also thinking about finding a person in charge," said Wang Ying.

"Okay, go ahead and get busy." Qian Tongsheng said.

Wang Ying returned to the office in a good mood. When Director Xiang saw her like this, he knew that the proposal had been approved. It was such a good proposal, and as long as Qian Tongsheng had no problem with his brain, he would definitely approve it.

Sure enough, Wang Ying said, "Director, the factory director has agreed to the proposal of digital cookies."

"Really? That's good." Director Xiang said casually, but he was actually very happy.

"They all asked me how I came up with this idea, and I told them that it was all thanks to Director Xiang!" Wang Yingwen's tone was very exaggerated. Director Xiang knew she was teasing him as soon as he heard it, and ignored this disrespectful subordinate!

Seeing that Director Xiang ignored her, Wang Ying smiled to herself and went back to work.

Wang Ying made some changes to the welfare products distributed to various units at Beichong this year. She replaced the large packaging with smaller ones and expanded the product range. She included new cakes, biscuits, and five-spice dried tofu in her "New Year gift packs." These gift packs were not only distributed as welfare products but also sold in their directly-operated stores. The packs came in different sizes, making them perfect for visiting friends and family during the Lunar New Year.

All of Wang Ying's plans were submitted to the leaders, and none of them were rejected.

In the blink of an eye, it was the end of December and the Chinese New Year was just a few days away. Each unit also received welfare products from the non-staple food factory - a New Year gift package in a cloth bag with the words "Labor is the most glorious" written on it.

"This year's welfare gifts have a new twist! They're really well made, and they even come with a cloth bag."

"It's all so fancy, is there anything missing? Why does it feel so light and airy?"

"There are quite a lot of things, more than last year, and better than before..."

"I'll trade this cake for five-spice dried tofu. I don't like sweet things..."

Similar conversations took place in many units. This year's welfare products were more popular than last year, and the "New Year gift packages" in direct-operated stores were also selling well.

The New Year gift packages were exclusively available at the directly-operated stores; department stores and other distribution outlets didn't have them. The department store manager even came to the factory to ask Director Qian for an explanation. Director Qian had no choice but to stock the department store with some of the goods.

New Year's Eve of 1976 arrived.

The Zhao family’s New Year’s Eve dinner this year was quite lively. Not only Zhao Yunfei and Dongbao were there, but also Zhao Yunfang and his family.

"Eat early and go back." Chen Xiuqin said to Zhao Yunfang and Dong Zhiyuan.

"I won't go back. I will spend the New Year at home." Zhao Yunfang came back because she was angry with Dong Zhiyuan, and she is still angry.

"There's no place for you at home," said Chen Xiuqin.

"Then why is there a place for my elder sister!" Zhao Yunfang shouted.

"If your eldest sister doesn't talk back, she will have a place to live." Chen Xiuqin glared at Zhao Yunfang. She hoped to keep her daughter and son-in-law at home, but would she ignore the old couple of the Dong family?

No matter how stubborn Zhao Yunfang was, it was useless as she was driven away early by Chen Xiuqin. They could go back to Dong's house and continue to have another New Year's Eve dinner with their parents-in-law.

Wang Ying is particularly happy today, not only because it is the Chinese New Year, but also because this year is a special year. In a few months, the movement will be completely over. Things will become more and more open and life will get better and better.

Wang Ying, who had just had a few drinks, had a smile in his eyes.

"Are you so happy today?" Zhao Yunsheng and Wang Ying whispered.

Wang Ying looked at Zhao Yunsheng and wanted to tell him that his literary era was about to begin, but unfortunately she couldn't say it. She just raised her wine cup and gestured for Zhao Yunsheng to drink as well.

Zhao Yunsheng was happy to have a drink with his wife. He raised his wine cup, clinked their cups together, and drank the wine in one gulp. Zhao Yunsheng glanced at Wang Ying while drinking. He always felt that her eyes were full of meaning, but he couldn't understand it.

"Why are you two drinking secretly? Come, let me toast you and thank you for taking care of Dongbao." Zhao Yunfei said, holding up the wine cup.

Zhao Yunsheng hurriedly poured more wine for himself and Wang Ying, and drank it together with Zhao Yunfei.

Dongbao also had a small wine cup in front of her, which contained canned soup. She also picked up the wine cup to toast, and after drinking it, she imitated the adults, squinted her eyes and said "haha", which made everyone at the table laugh.

Compared with the happy Zhao family, although there were many people in the Du family, the atmosphere was a bit dull.

After their last argument, Wang Hui never accompanied Du Jianguo to the hospital again. She also refused to cooperate after they went to bed. When Du Jianguo asked why, Wang Hui said she didn't want to be called a "slutty bitch" anymore.

Sometimes, a single word can be more damaging than a dozen or so punches. Du Jianguo had beaten Wang Hui black and blue, and Wang Hui had forgiven him, but she couldn't get over this single insult.

Du Jianguo felt that he really shouldn't have humiliated Wang Hui, but at the same time, he thought, it was just a word, what's the big deal? He even knelt down in front of her, why didn't she say anything! His illness was caused by her, why shouldn't she accompany him to treat it?

The two of them lived in such an awkward manner, neither of them coaxing the other, and it seemed that both of them were waiting for an opportunity to either reconcile or fight again and divorce.

Du Weimin had only just returned from out of town yesterday and didn't know about Du Jianguo and Wang Hui's situation, but even the most reserved person could tell at a glance that something was amiss at home. The New Year's Eve dinner was a hasty one, and Wang Hui had already returned to her room, carrying Huanhuan.

After the New Year's Eve dinner, Du Weimin and Sun Qiaoling were cleaning up in the kitchen. He asked Sun Qiaoling, "What happened with Jianguo and Huihui?"

Sun Qiaoling was angry and resentful, but she had no choice but to tell him everything about Du Jianguo and Wang Hui.

Du Weimin frowned: "How can that be possible? We don't even have a grandson yet."

"I took a lot of medicine, but it didn't work," said Sun Qiaoling.

Du Weimin was silent for a few seconds, then said, "How about finding another woman for Jianguo to try? What if it really isn't working out with Wang Hui?"

Sun Qiaoling was washing dishes. She stopped and said, "Don't talk nonsense. Where can I find it?"

Du Weimin said: "If you want to find it, you will definitely find it."

Sun Qiaoling stood up and looked at Du Weimin: "Have you looked for him?"

"Tsk, they're talking about Jianguo and Huihui, why are you bringing me into this?" Du Weimin said with a cold face.

"How do you know you can find it? Have you looked for it?" Sun Qiaoling asked again. She looked at Du Weimin's face, trying to see the answer from his face.

"Alright, alright, stop rambling." Du Weimin waved his hand impatiently and turned away, muttering, "You can't even manage a family, and you still want to manage me."

When Sun Qiaoling heard Du Weimin's last words, she was so angry that she threw the rag into the basin, and the splashing water covered her face.

After Du Weimin returned to the main hall, he called Du Jianguo out and took him out directly.

Sun Qiaoling heard the father and son talking as they walked out, but she didn't call them. She cleaned up the kitchen silently, and then she didn't go back to her room. She just sat by the stove.

After an unknown amount of time, Wang Hui came to the kitchen and asked, "Mom, where did Dad take Jianguo?"

Sun Qiaoling said: "Your father took Jianguo to meet his old leaders and old friends, hoping to use their connections to move Jianguo up the ladder." This is what Du Weimin said to Sun Qiaoling after he came back yesterday, and it is indeed what he wanted to do when he came back this year.

"It's New Year's Day, aren't you afraid of disturbing others?" Wang Hui said.

"It doesn't matter if we are acquaintances or have a good relationship. There are not many people around during the New Year, so it's better to do it secretly. It wouldn't be good if others found out. Is Huanhuan asleep?" Sun Qiaoling said.

"Asleep." Wang Hui said.

"Then you should go to bed early and don't wait for them," said Sun Qiaoling.

Wang Hui said nothing and turned back to her room.

The Du family father and son did not return until nearly twelve o'clock. Sun Qiaoling had been waiting the whole time. She knew what they had done, but she did not ask a single question. She just stared at their faces again and again.

Judging from their expressions, Sun Qiaoling knew that Jianguo and other women wouldn't work either. If it wasn't for his son, what about his father? Sun Qiaoling didn't ask. She didn't want to ask, and she didn't want to know.

Du Weimin said to Du Jianguo: "Go back to your room and sleep. Comfort your wife and stop beating and scolding her."

If he really beat and scolded the man away, Du Jianguo would be single for the rest of his life.

Du Jianguo felt disheartened. He never expected that he would be worse in front of other women than in front of Wang Hui. His future was hopeless.

After washing up, Du Jianguo returned to the room and lay down next to Wang Hui. He smelled the milky scent on Wang Hui's body and hugged her from behind.

Wang Hui had become a light sleeper after having a child, so she woke up when Du Jianguo returned to the room. Seeing Du Jianguo hug her, Wang Hui didn't push him away, but simply asked, "How's Dad's conversation going? Will you get a promotion next year?"

"It should be possible." Du Jianguo said.

After hearing what he said, Wang Hui did not push him away and let him hug her.

After a long while, Du Jianguo finally said, "Huihui, I'm sorry. I will definitely treat you well in the future."

Du Jianguo sounded particularly sincere this time, but Wang Hui only hummed a sound. She no longer believed what Du Jianguo said. An incompetent man would only become more and more inferior and his temper would become worse. There was no way Du Jianguo would treat her well, absolutely not.

Wang Hui even wondered, Du Jianguo has become an incompetent person now, so could he still have the abilities he had in his previous life? Maybe in this life, he only thought about one thing: how to cure his illness! She felt that she had to make other plans as soon as possible! She could no longer rely on Du Jianguo.

Wang Hui looked back on her past life and sighed. She had relied on her parents since she was little, and on her older sister when she grew up. She had never worked a proper job. If she couldn't rely on Du Jianguo in this life, who else could she rely on? Her older sister wasn't as kind to her as she had been in her previous life.

Otherwise, I should try to "save" Du Jianguo. If I can save him, I will have a better life. He is about to be promoted, so maybe there is still some hope.

After a night, Wang Hui and her husband reconciled inexplicably, as if they had discussed it beforehand.

When they went back to her parents' home on the second day of the Chinese New Year, they were still talking and laughing. Anyone who saw them would think that they were a happy family of three.

Wang Ying and Zhao Yunsheng also returned to Old Wang's house. This time, Wang Ying clearly felt that Li Fengju and Wang Yongren's attitude towards her was different from before; they were very polite. It seemed that their previous words had worked; they had found the right way to get along with her. A few times, Wang Ying felt that her mother was hesitant to say something to her, but ultimately didn't speak. Wang Ying didn't ask, not wanting to cause trouble.

Before lunch, Wang Ying and Zhao Yunsheng stood in the yard, basking in the sun and talking.

Zhao Yunsheng leaned close to Wang Ying's ear and said, "Your younger sister and her husband seem to be getting along well. Has Du Jianguo's illness been cured?"

Wang Ying elbowed Zhao Yunsheng and said, "Why are you meddling in other people's affairs?"

Zhao Yunsheng simply wanted to see Du Jianguo and Wang Hui make a fool of themselves, but he was rather disappointed to find out that they were actually in love.

However, Wang Yongren drank too much at noon and accidentally said something wrong. He told Du Jianguo not to beat or scold Wang Hui anymore...

This made Zhao Yunsheng laugh. They were still fighting! He happily tickled Wang Ying's legs under the table.