Chapter 130 Come Home with Me for the New Year

At the dinner table, Jiang Haitang intentionally or unintentionally created opportunities for Zhao Kai and Kang Xiaoxia to communicate more.

The few of them chatted quite harmoniously. Upon learning that Kang Xiaoxia was interested in tomorrow's female worker training class, Jiang Haitang immediately said, "Okay, I'll take you with me then."

After eating the dumplings, it was completely dark. Kang Xiaoxia wanted to help Jiang Haitang clean up the dishes, but was rejected by Jiang Haitang.

"It's going to be very cold later. You should go back early. Chief Zhao, could you please take Xiao Xia home?"

Zhao Kai quickly responded: "I do, I do."

Zhao Kai and Kang Xiaoxia were walking side by side, but he actually turned the wrong way.

Jiang Haitang watched from afar and couldn't help laughing.

The technical training in the morning went smoothly. Twenty female workers surrounded Jiang Haitang and watched her demonstrate how to operate the new jacquard machine.

Kang Xiaoxia followed Jiang Haitang and listened carefully. She followed and learned, not to operate the machine, but to understand the principles in case she needed them when promoting products at the Canton Fair.

"Everyone, pay attention to this position," Jiang Haitang pointed to the newly installed device on the side of the machine. "It can record the length of the yarn. When it reaches a fixed value, it will prompt you to change the yarn..."

A young female worker raised her hand and asked, "Mr. Jiang, I heard that you designed this device yourself?"

"I did consult some technical information," Jiang Haitang corrected with a smile, "and also sought advice from the veterans in our factory. This wasn't just my achievement."

As he was speaking, the workshop director came in accompanied by Director Hu.

Director Hu was wearing a neat Mao suit today, his leather shoes were polished to a shine, and the factory badge on his chest sparkled in the light and shadow, making him look particularly energetic.

Jiang Haitang felt that Director Hu's image today was a little different from the past, and very solemn!

Director Hu swept his eyes across the crowd and when they landed on Jiang Haitang, a smile instantly filled the corners of his eyes and eyebrows.

"Director, why are you here suddenly?" Jiang Haitang stepped forward to greet him.

Factory Director Hu put his hands behind his back and walked at a steady pace. He glanced around the workshop and said in a calm tone, "Come and take a look."

Jiang Haitang secretly wondered, could it be that Director Hu's transfer order had come down? Just as this thought flashed through her mind, she was interrupted by Director Hu's next words.

"Comrades, thank you for your hard work!" Factory Director Hu said in a loud voice, like a bell. "I have good news for you all. The provincial government has decided to report our factory's technological innovation as a model!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the originally quiet workshop suddenly erupted into warm cheers. The workers put down their work one after another, and some female workers even hugged each other and danced.

Director Hu raised his hand to signal silence and continued, "The success of this test run proves the correctness of the 'two participations, one reform, and three combinations' policy! Workers participate in management, cadres participate in labor, unreasonable rules and regulations are reformed, and workers, cadres, and technicians are combined—this is our winning formula!"

He looked excited, with determination flashing in his eyes.

"I believe that the textile factory will have great development in the future. Comrades, I look forward to seeing the day when the textile factory achieves even greater success."

As Director Hu said these words, he became increasingly excited.

Jiang Haitang clearly saw that behind the lens, there were tears in Director Hu's eyes. They were his love for the factory and his expectations for the future.

She became even more certain that Director Hu was about to be transferred and was making his final inspection of the factory where he had worked for many years.

When night fell that day, Lu Liangchen brought Jiang Haitang and Xiao Taozi to Director Hu's house.

Jiang Haitang and Xiao Taozi were warmly welcomed into the living room. Jiang Huizhen smiled, held their hands, and asked about their well-being.

Jiang Haitang took a quick look and found that many things in the living room had been packed up. Obviously, they were ready to leave.

Lu Liangchen followed Director Hu into the study.

In the study, the books on the bookshelf have been put away. Director Hu is sitting on a rattan chair, looking at Lu Liangchen kindly, his eyes full of expectation and satisfaction.

"You, kid, will be the factory director in the future. You have to be able to handle things on your own."

Lu Liangchen lowered his eyes and stared at the teacup in his hand. The tea in the cup swayed slightly, reflecting his slightly solemn expression. He did not speak for a while.

Upon seeing this, Director Hu said earnestly, "Work hard and don't delay your personal matters."

Hearing this, Lu Liangchen raised his head and said, "I plan to take Haitang and Xiaotaozi home for the New Year this year."

Director Hu was slightly taken aback, then he understood: "Let me talk to your family first?"

Lu Liangchen sighed softly, a hint of worry showing on his face, and slowly expressed his concerns.

"My grandfather should be fine. I'm worried about my parents!"

Although his family would definitely respect his ideas in the end, he was still worried that his parents would be dissatisfied with Haitang and that she would feel wronged.

"Liangchen, at the beginning, I was a little disapproving of the relationship between you and Haitang. After all, Haitang's background is indeed a bit humble." Director Hu said slowly.

"Actually, I didn't expect that I would like Haitang, but when it comes to love, we're in love. I think everything about her is good."

"I see. I think she's good in every way. I'll mention her when I return to the capital and meet your parents. Haitang is indeed very outstanding. You're barely a good match for her."

Director Hu made no secret of his affection for Jiang Haitang, and his words were full of praise.

Jiang Haitang is a girl who excels in everything. The only drawback is that she comes from a humble background. However, this does not prevent her from growing into an outstanding person.

Lu Liangchen was deeply moved and said sincerely, "Thank you, Uncle Hu."

Director Hu waved his hand and said, "Don't forget to come see me when you get to Beijing. I won't talk about work matters anymore. I'm confident that I'll leave the factory to you."

In the living room, Jiang Huizhen was looking at Jiang Haitang carefully.

She had heard Lao Hu talk about this girl many times before, and she was really surprised when she saw her today.

Jiang Haitang has a gentle temperament and generous manners. The cleverness and intelligence in her eyes and eyebrows make her look like someone who doesn't come from the countryside at all.

"Xiao Jiang, I have some books about textiles at home. They are quite practical. If you don't mind, you can take them back later." Jiang Huizhen said enthusiastically.

The couple had lived in Jincheng for six or seven years. Now they were leaving and had many things to deal with.

Those daily necessities were given to the neighbors next door, but as for the books, although there were many people in the factory, only a few could sit down and study.

If these books containing knowledge were given to people who don't like to study, they would probably be wasted.

When she met Jiang Haitang, Jiang Huizhen instantly felt that she had found the right person.

Jiang Haitang's eyes flashed with surprise, and she nodded repeatedly, saying in a clear voice, "Thank you, Director Jiang."

"Just call me Aunt Jiang. Liangchen calls me that too." Jiang Huizhen said with a smile.

Jiang Haitang agreed obediently.

Jiang Huizhen took out another package and placed it in front of Jiang Haitang.

"Here are a few cans of milk powder and malted milk, and some candy. Don't refuse, they're for Little Peach."

Little Taozi, who had been listening quietly to the adults talking, immediately looked at Jiang Haitang with her clear big eyes, full of questions when she heard this.

Seeing this, Jiang Huizhen smiled and teased: "This little guy is getting smarter and smarter. He is asking if you can take him in."

Jiang Haitang gently touched Xiao Taozi's head and said, "Thank you, Grandma Jiang!"

Xiao Taozi immediately smiled sweetly and thanked Jiang Huizhen in a crisp voice.

Jiang Haitang looked at the empty house and asked, "Aunt Jiang, when are you leaving?"

"I'm leaving early tomorrow morning. The train is at ten o'clock. The next time we meet, we should be in Beijing."

As the night deepened, Jiang Haitang and Lu Liangchen returned home carrying several heavy bags.

As soon as she entered the house, Jiang Haitang hurried into the kitchen, rolled up her sleeves and started working.

Lu Liangchen followed behind, looking puzzled: "Haitang, are you hungry?"

While Jiang Haitang was busy kneading the dough, she said without turning her head, "Director Hu and his team will be catching a train early tomorrow morning. I have to prepare some food for them on the train."

"You're so thoughtful. I didn't think of that." Lu Liangchen smiled, put his arms around Jiang Haitang's waist, and said sweetly, "How can I be so lucky to meet a good girl like you."

"If the workers in the factory saw you doing this, it would be a joke. You will be the factory director in the future." Jiang Haitang had flour on her hands and couldn't push him away. She could only laugh and tease him.

"What are you laughing at me for? Are you laughing at me for caring about my wife?" Lu Liangchen rested his chin lightly on Jiang Haitang's shoulder, his tone sounding a bit rogue.

"It's funny that a grown man like you still acts like a spoiled child." Jiang Haitang couldn't help laughing.

"I'm not acting like a spoiled child in front of another woman. I'm not afraid of being laughed at." Lu Liangchen's tone was full of pride.

"Haitang, can I take you home for the New Year?" Lu Liangchen suddenly said seriously.

Jiang Haitang paused. Although she knew she would have to go sooner or later, she still felt uneasy when Lu Liangchen really brought it up.

"Would it be a bad idea for me to go now?"

"There's nothing wrong with it. An ugly daughter-in-law has to meet her parents-in-law. Besides, my wife is so beautiful, there's nothing to be afraid of." Lu Liangchen comforted with a smile.

Jiang Haitang thought of another question: "You just took office. Would it be bad if you left? Otherwise, should we wait a little longer?"

"It doesn't matter whether I'm here or not. Uncle Hu just said that personal matters shouldn't be delayed!" Lu Liangchen said, kissing Jiang Haitang lightly behind the ear.

Jiang Haitang felt an electric current running down her spine and throughout her body. Her legs couldn't help but go weak, but she didn't fall down because Lu Liangchen held her tightly.

"Stop it." Her voice trembled slightly, with a hint of shyness.

"Haitang, I really want to marry you right away."

Lu Liangchen kissed her behind the other ear again, and his warm breath brushed past her ear. Jiang Haitang felt like she was about to melt in his arms.

"Don't be like this, Xiao Taozi is here." She used all her willpower to say this.

Outside the window, the moonlight is like water, gently sprinkling on the sweet lovers, adding a touch of romance to this warm night.