Chapter 48 The photo hit Shao Tingan directly in the face

After the commendation ceremony, the factory director hurriedly found Fu Zhenshan, "Secretary Fu, is there..."

Fu Zhenshan raised his hand and said, "Director Guo, please take a look at these first."

The old factory manager took the thing in confusion, frowned and opened it. The moment he saw the photo, his face turned red.

Fu Zhenshan said with a serious expression, "Director Guo, we all value talent, but that doesn't mean we neglect it. I don't care whether you've seen these photos or not, but I hope you won't let down your guard in educating young cadres. Both education and punishment must be strict and severe."

Upon hearing this, the old factory director said anxiously, "Secretary, don't worry. I will definitely criticize and educate him, but Xiao Shao is indeed a talented person. The country needs talents at this time of development. We must give children a chance to correct their mistakes. He has poured all his energy into the successful launch of this new harvester, even working overtime at the factory in the middle of the night. Honestly, this young man has a lot of energy. If he doesn't go astray, he will definitely achieve great things in the future."

Fu Zhenshan patted the old factory director on the shoulder and said earnestly, "Good guidance is needed. It's good for young people to have talent, but the Party and the country need young people with strong ideas even more."

"Secretary, he's still young after all. His weak will and inability to resist temptation is temporary. I will definitely guide him well. Please keep this in mind for now and consider it a chance for him to reform."

Fu Zhenshan was somewhat moved when he looked at Director Guo. This old comrade, who was about to retire, had worked hard for the development of the factory and even carefully planned for the future development of the factory. He had to give him this face.

He shook Director Guo's hand meaningfully and nodded slightly.

Shao Tingan was still confused at this moment. Why was he not on the commendation list? What was going on?

Seeing the old factory director send his leader away with a heavy face, he suppressed his anger and knocked on the door of the factory director's office.

"Director, it's me, Ting'an!"

When Director Guo heard his voice, he breathed a sigh of relief.

As Shao Ting'an pushed the door open, the factory director picked up the envelope on the table and threw it at him.

Shao Ting'an was caught off guard and something suddenly hit him directly in the face.

Before I could react, my eyes fell on the falling photos.

He suddenly froze in place!

"How dare you come here? Look at what you've done!"

Shao Ting'an was filled with burning resentment, as if frozen in an instant. His hands kept shaking, and cold sweat on his forehead flowed down his temples and cheeks.

It took a long time to recover.

The factory director knew from his expression that he was ashamed. After all, he was his capable and beloved general, and the successor he had carefully cultivated. Although he was angry, he was still willing to give him a chance.

"Why were you standing there like an idiot? Now you're scared."

Shao Ting'an took two quick breaths and said in a hoarse voice, "Director, I...I disappoint you!"

"Ting'an, I was young once too. I know your age is full of temptations. You're young and promising, and you're handsome, so there are many girls who throw themselves at you. But you have to know that lust is a knife hanging over your head. There's no good ending for being an adulterer."

"Director, are you the city leader?"

Shao Ting'an asked the question even though he knew the answer. He had been staring at Fu Zhenshan and saw his secretary hurriedly come on stage and give him an envelope.

"This was given to me personally by Secretary Fu. What do you think? I've pleaded for you on this matter, so I won't make it public, but you'll definitely receive a disciplinary warning."

"Ting'an, remember the lesson of today. You've toiled for nearly a year, and were supposed to be enjoying both fame and fortune, but in the end..."

Shao Ting'an was still sweating profusely, but when he heard the factory director say not to make it public, his heart finally settled down in his stomach.

"Director, don't worry. I will never forget this lesson. I won't make excuses for my previous absurd behavior and I will never do it again."

The factory manager knew Shao Ting'an, a calm and determined man who could accomplish anything he wanted.

"Ting'an, work hard. Don't be afraid of making mistakes. Admitting your mistakes and correcting them is progress."

Seeing his hair wet, the old factory manager couldn't bear it. "I have high hopes for you and have always considered you my successor. Please don't let me down. Let me hand over the factory to you with peace of mind."

Shao Ting'an pursed his lips tightly and nodded solemnly, "I will definitely not let you down."

The old factory director breathed a sigh of relief, as if the depression in his heart had been relieved.

"Just do your best."

Just as the factory director finished speaking, there was a knock on the door.

"Factory Director!"

"It's Mingde, quickly put your things away."

Shao Ting'an looked at the factory director with a touching expression, then quickly bent down to pick up the photos on the ground that stung his eyes.

"Director, I'm coming in."

As Su Mingde pushed the door open, Shao Ting'an saw that he couldn't pick up the last photo in a hurry, so he stepped on it.

"Ting'an is here too."

Su Mingde looked at Shao Ting'an with some sympathy. He couldn't understand why he was not on the commendation list, and he was even more confused why Shao Ting'an was not on the list.

"Director, Ting'an happens to be here too, and I'd like to ask why Ting'an and I aren't on the commendation list. Ting'an made an indelible contribution to the design and success of the new harvester. I've also been involved in its development from the very beginning, and I can't understand why."

Shao Ting'an felt guilty looking at Su Mingde. Su Mingde was originally on the list, but he changed it temporarily.

Because Zhao Xinran told him something last night, he had to change the list.

"Ting'an has always done a great job. This time, he offered his spot. He's not greedy for credit, and he has a great sense of the bigger picture. Your..."

The factory director looked at Shao Ting'an as he spoke. This was a way for Shao Ting'an to get out of this situation.

Shao Ting'an's face flushed and he lowered his eyes instantly!

He was still very satisfied with Su Mingde. Although his design ability was a bit weak, his processing level was very high.

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He and Shao Ting'an complement each other and will be a good pair.

One is responsible for design and development, and the other is responsible for production, which will definitely create a prosperous era for Pingjiang Machinery Factory.

Shao Ting'an didn't say anything, with his eyes half-closed, feeling very uneasy.

Su Mingde noticed that Shao Ting'an wasn't in a good state. Not only was his face covered in sweat, but his clothes were soaked through. He asked in confusion, "What's wrong with Ting'an? Are you feeling unwell?"

Shao Ting'an shook his head. "No, I'm just afraid that I won't do well and disappoint the factory manager."

His ashamed look put the factory manager at ease, and he saw that he had regained his usual kindness.

Shao Ting'an took advantage of Su Mingde's inattention to pick up the photo under his feet and secretly breathed a sigh of relief. "Director, I won't waste your time. I'll go out first."

The factory manager nodded, not wanting to embarrass him any further.

"Go ahead and get busy."

Shao Ting'an walked up to Su Mingde and forced a smile, "Brother, I'm going out first and will go see Dad tonight."

"Ting'an, don't leave yet. I'm not as big-headed as you and I can't figure it out. It just so happens that you know the truth too."

Su Mingde was originally on the commendation list. Zhao Xinran went out to see Zhao Xinpeng last night, and when she came back she heard someone gossiping. The person who was talking was none other than Wang Shengli's mother, Aunt Li.

After hearing her words, Zhao Xinran was so scared that he didn't dare to pass in front of people and went back directly.

I told Shao Ting'an when I got home. Aunt Li should know about their affairs.

Shao Ting'an was upset all night. He had never expected that someone would eavesdrop.

After thinking about it all night, he could only mention Wang Shengli, so that the Wang family would first consider Wang Shengli's situation when spreading gossip.

If that day really comes, Aunt Li might be able to make up a story and help them cover up the past.

Everyone was afraid of being criticized for being removed from the list, except Su Mingde. Not only did the factory not say anything, but they also praised him for avoiding suspicion and not embezzling public funds.

After all, Su Mingde is his brother-in-law.

"Mingde, you've been performing very well recently, and your skills are getting stronger and stronger. Let Ting'an guide you more. You have a bright future ahead of you."

The factory director felt somewhat guilty towards Su Mingde. He thought Shao Tingan was avoiding suspicion, so he didn't say anything when he saw the list.

Su Mingde never hides anything and has always been open and honest. Now he speaks directly.

"Director, you're so confident in my work, so why am I not on the commendation list this time? I don't care about the bonus, but the disparity between effort and reward is discouraging to those of us who work so hard."

The factory director looked at Shao Ting'an, a look of embarrassment on his face. He said stubbornly, "Mingde, you're an old employee in the factory. You should be more considerate of the young people and give them more opportunities. Don't worry, you'll definitely be included in the advanced and outstanding awards at the end of the year."

Su Mingde doesn't fight or compete, but that doesn't mean he is stupid. He saw that the factory director looked at Shao Tingan awkwardly just now.

"Ting'an, you knew this all along, right?"