From a life of blissful idleness, "naively sweet" Su Le unexpectedly transmigrates to the arduous 1970s and becomes the little darling of her family. It should have been another life of lei...
Su Le smiled and said, "Actually, there's nothing wrong with what you did. Do you still feel a little sorry for Skinny Monkey?"
Xu Hu took out a cigarette case from his pocket and glanced at Su Le. Seeing Su Le nod, he lit a cigarette and smoked halfway before saying, "Shou Hou has only one grandmother left at home. When you first told me about your idea, I was hesitant. It was Shou Hou who suggested that I follow you. He's very good at reading people's expressions. When I asked him to follow me, he hesitated for a whole day, but finally decided to follow me and ask the neighbors to take care of his grandmother. I hesitated before choosing anyone. Compared to Shou Hou, these few people are the most suitable."
Su Le understood. "Everyone has their own shining points. As leaders, we need to find and develop them. Yu Jie's shining point is his ingenious mind and comprehensive understanding. Xu Changsheng's shining point is his sensitivity to numbers. Wang Ming's shining point is his eloquence. Zhang Jing's shining point is his logical thinking. Li Xian's shining point is his sensitivity to martial arts and fighting techniques. He can grasp them at once and learn them quickly. They all have their own roles, and Skinny Monkey can have his own role too. Bring him to me tonight."
Xu Hu looked at her with bright eyes, "Thank you for giving Shou Hou a chance. I have benefited a lot from what you said today."
Su Le said to him, "If you want to be a good leader, you have to observe more. Get closer to them, so you can understand them. Put the right people in the right positions."
Xu Hu nodded, his mind mulling over Su Le's words. Su Le didn't interrupt him. The two of them walked quietly into the Su family compound.
At that time, several stores closed their shifts, and the team leader led everyone back to the courtyard. The seven children were also arranged to live in the old courtyard.
Yu Jie and fifteen others returned to the Su family compound to study and eat.
Xu Hu went to the old courtyard and called Zhang Chuan (Skinny Monkey) out. Zhang Chuan asked in confusion, "Brother Hu, what's wrong?"
Xu Hu said guiltily, "Skinny Monkey, do you blame me?"
Zhang Chuan had complained in his heart, and he wasn't even that close to Xu Hu anymore. "Brother Hu, I blamed you. I've been with you for so long, but you didn't think of me. But I soon let it go. Whether it's at the supply and marketing cooperative or the milk tea shop, my life is fulfilling. I get a good salary and bonuses, and there are many benefits. During the Chinese New Year, my grandmother even asked why Xiaohu didn't come. I say this to tell you that I support you in everything you do, Brother Hu. I have my own little flaws, and you're the one who tolerates them."
Xu Hu lowered his head when he heard his grandmother ask why Xiao Hu didn't come. That was the loving grandmother who treated him like her grandson.
Xu Hu brought Shouhou to the study. Su Le waved to Xu Hu. Xu Hu glanced at Su Le, turned around and went out to close the door.
Su Le smiled and asked, "When did you find out?"
Zhang Chuan was startled and his body froze for a moment, but he quickly recovered and smiled again, "What did Boss Su say?"
Su Le didn't look at him and walked to the window. "The old lady's identity."
Zhang Chuan didn't say anything, but looked at Su Le deeply. Su Le called him, "Come here."
Zhang Chuan walked over to Su Le and looked outside. Xu Hu was pacing back and forth, glancing towards the hall. A strange look flashed in his eyes.
Su Le smiled and said, "You're very smart. You knew the limits very well. You didn't even lose your temper or question him. You simply kept a distance between you and Xu Hu, neither too close nor too far, controlling his heart. You wanted to make him feel guilty about you. What's your purpose?"
Zhang Chuan clenched his fists and said nothing.
Su Le sat on the chair at the desk, glanced at him sagely, and continued, "Are you feeling unhappy? I have no right to interfere in your affairs, but I have a few words to say to you. The first is that there is nothing wrong with the person Xu Hu chose."
Zhang Chuan's nails dug deep into his palms.
"The second thing to say is, don't be too superficial when judging people and things."
"The third sentence is, Xu Hu is someone I'm protecting."
Su Le walked up to Zhang Chuan and said, "Tonight, you just stand here and watch." Then she walked out of the study. Outside, Xu Hu immediately stepped forward, his eyes still unable to stop looking inside, "Sister Le! Why didn't the skinny monkey come out?"
Su Le smiled and said, "I have other things to tell him, but he's still looking. Is Zhang Liang coming soon? Go do your own thing first."
Xu Hu took a look inside and turned back to the stone table. Su Le also sat on the stone chair.
Zhang Liang drove to the Su family compound with his account book and cash box. Seeing several people sitting at the stone table, he quickly sat down in an empty seat and reported to Xu Changsheng and Xu Hu. "Today's revenue was only 30 yuan. They were all here to try something new."
Su Le said to Zhang Liang, "You should move to the next yard tomorrow. This yard is full."
Zhang Liang nodded and said that it didn't matter where he lived.
Su Le said, "Breakfast sales are low, so you can try fried rice, fried noodles, and boxed lunches for lunch. By the way, don't eat the same thing every day at those four places. Occasionally make fried rice and fried noodles with meat. The current coldness is temporary. If you make it delicious, you will have more repeat customers."
Zhang Liang nodded, "I understand. Xiaoyi and I will take this opportunity to train an apprentice."
Zhang Liang saw Su Le nod, then he took the money and the bill and left.
Su Le looked at Xu Changsheng's total bill. The profits weren't very good. They had almost dropped by half. Except for the milk tea shop, everything was within her expectations.
Xu Changsheng and the others all looked at her at the same time. Su Le smiled and said, "Why are you looking at me? You don't think it's always busy, do you? This is normal. Not every family can buy clothes every day. You guys, after a taste of success, forget what it was like before. Don't worry, wait until Zhang Liang's store is ready. I will open another one. We will develop it gradually. Later on, each store will post job openings. Recruit some girls and I will send them to you later."
Xu Changsheng frowned, "Sister Le, wouldn't it be too expensive to hire more people?"
Su Le shook his head. "Various industries will emerge later, and I need to train them in advance."
A few people didn't understand. The boss's mind was beyond their comprehension. They took their belongings and returned to their room.
Su Fugui and Xu Sheng were playing chess leisurely nearby, while Chen Yao and Xia Le were cooking for everyone. Xu Jiaojiao was helping out.
When it was time for dinner, Yu Jie walked to the yard next to him and called everyone over to eat. Everyone had a few textbooks in their hands.
After everyone finished their meal, Chen Yao packed a box of lunch and sent it to the study while cleaning the kitchen.
A dozen people surrounded the six and asked questions.
Zhang Chuan didn't eat. He wanted to know what Su Le wanted him to read. When everyone gathered together with their books, including Xu Hu and Yu Jie, he had a new change. He just stood by the window and read for hours.
Everyone dispersed and returned to their rooms.