Chapter 243 Pooling Wisdom and Effort
"Come on, first we need to make sure that what we're doing isn't a bad thing, is it? And it's not something shameful, is it?" Yao Shula looked at the four people gathered around the gas-sealed furnace.
Basic principles must be upheld, and correct values must be constantly cultivated; one cannot lose sight of the bigger picture for the sake of small gains.
Yao Shuli, Xiao Tiantian, Wang Changsheng, and Wang Biying all nodded.
It's definitely not a bad thing. Wang Changsheng is going to defend the country and protect China with his gun. This is a good thing!
“Okay, since this is a good thing, then we can discuss it properly!” Yao Shula first established the basic principles.
We should only try to find solutions when it's something good; we can't instill in these kids the idea that we have to find solutions for everything.
Wang Changsheng and Wang Biying are alright; they're not that quick-witted, and even if they wanted to do something bad, they don't have the ability to do it, so they can't cause any big trouble.
Yao Shuli and Xiao Tiantian are quite different...
"Okay, since what we're doing is right, the next step is to have the person in charge of this matter choose Wang Changsheng."
Come on, everyone, tell me what we need to do?
After all, they can't go wrong by choosing anyone, so why should they choose Wang Changsheng? Yao Shula looked at the four people in front of her.
"I know, call someone more capable!" Xiao Tiantian immediately raised his hand high.
He's very familiar with the place; he can solve many problems by simply making a phone call home.
"Are you giving a gift?" Yao Shuli frowned as well.
Wang Changsheng and Wang Biying both pursed their lips and remained silent.
Neither of these two methods... can be done.
Firstly, Grandpa didn't want to go looking for people, and secondly, the family was poor. Now that they finally had enough to eat, how could they afford to spend money on gifts?
"What you just said is that when you ask someone for a favor, you have to make them feel that there is something to gain, and you have to make them feel happy."
"The two methods you mentioned are useful, but can Wang Changsheng and his partner actually do them?" Yao Shula asked.
Yao Shuli and Xiao Tiantian both fell silent.
If Wang Changsheng's family could have done those two things they mentioned, they wouldn't have had to live by scavenging for garbage before!
Yao Shula glanced at the four silent people and smiled.
"Then let me tell you about an idea I came up with. What do you think of it? Will it work?" Yao Shula said with a smile.
The four of them immediately nodded in agreement. The eldest sister was so smart; her idea was bound to be useful.
So Yao Shula explained the solution she had come up with to the four of them.
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"First of all, after the New Year, as soon as the conscription work started, Changsheng went to the conscription office to inquire about conscription matters."
I know you're too young, so asking would be pointless.
"But you have to ask, and you have to ask loudly and openly. It would be best if everyone in the recruitment area knew that you wanted to join the army!" Yao Shula said.
"Why?!" Wang Changsheng was still a little confused.
Yao Shula didn't speak, she just looked at Yao Shuli and Xiao Tiantian.
The two were a little confused at first, but they quickly realized what was happening.
“This is to create momentum! Let the people at the recruitment office know that Wang Changsheng wants to join the army. The more times he goes there, the more people will ask when it’s time to recruit, ‘That kid who always wanted to join the army is here again!’” Yao Shuli quickly understood Yao Shula’s meaning.
"Yes, this is called preconceived notions, letting Wang Changsheng occupy a place in everyone's minds first."
When Wang Changsheng reaches the required age, it would be best if he could be conscripted into the army. If he couldn't, what would be the problem?
There's nothing wrong with his health, and his family situation is fine too. Grandpa Wang is a veteran. If he's not qualified, who is?
"With more people noticing, it's actually fairer to Wang Changsheng." Xiao Tiantian understood this too.
Yao Shula gave her two children a thumbs up.
See, my own child is so smart; he understands things immediately.
No money to spend? No problem. We just have to take a stupid approach and think of a stupid solution!
Upon hearing this, Wang Changsheng immediately tried to stand up.
"I...I'll go ask right now!" he said, a little excited.
Before he could even stand up, Yao Shuli pulled him down.
"Please sit down first, we haven't finished talking yet! Big sister, don't tell us your next idea yet, let Tian Tian and I think of a solution for him first."
Anyway, there are so many of us, we're sure we can come up with a good solution for you!
Changsheng, if you want to join the army, since you're qualified in everything, try to make your presence felt in front of those people.
In addition, you should talk more about your family in front of those people.
For example, your grandfather used to carry a gun. When you were very young, Grandpa Wang taught you that when you grew up you should protect your country.
He says this to everyone he sees.
Basically, it gives others the impression that you're going to join the army, and that joining the army is a family tradition.
"Your grandfather wanted you to join the army," Yao Shuli said to Wang Changsheng.
Xiao Tiantian immediately moved closer to Wang Changsheng.
“Yes, Shuli is right. You say these things to those people. Your ideological awareness is ahead of theirs.”
They can't refute you even if they want to.
Who dares to stop you from protecting your country! Who dares to say you're wrong!
Maybe they find you annoying, and when they recruit next time, they'll put your name on the list first and send you away quickly, so they can save themselves some trouble!
Of course, the possibility is rather small.
But that's one way too, Changsheng. I'll think of another idea for you. Do you want to hear it again? Little Tiantian's eyes gleamed with excitement.
“Go on, I’m listening attentively!” Wang Changsheng immediately looked at Xiao Tiantian again.
"Shall we act it out? You know what 'acting out' means, right? It's like acting in a movie."
Chang Sheng, when it's time to recruit soldiers, there will be military personnel to pick you up. You should also make a good impression at that time.
"When the time comes... get a sign, a really big one, not the kind you put at home with someone's name on it, you know?" Xiao Tiantian said seriously.
Wang Changsheng nodded quickly, then waited for Xiaotian to continue.
"The sign needs to be this big, and the words on it need to be very clear. It can't be written in red; it has to be black."
"Well, you're quite tall and strong now, you should be able to lift those kinds of signs." Xiao Tiantian looked Wang Changsheng up and down.
"Yes, I practice lifting bricks at home every day. Also, I carry all the water in the water tank at home myself. I'm much stronger than before."
"Tell me quickly, what kind of words should I write on the sign?" Wang Changsheng looked at Xiao Tiantian eagerly.
"It's just a very ordinary word. I want to join the army and go to the battlefield like Grandpa!" Xiao Tiantian said with a smile.
Wang Changsheng...
"Just those few words?"
“Yes! Just a few words, but these words must be seen by those who come to lead the troops!” Xiao Tiantian said solemnly.
Yao Shula looked at Xiao Tiantian in surprise.
This kid... he's amazing!
No wonder he comes from that kind of family; the solution he came up with was absolutely brilliant!
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