Chapter 68 How could I not believe it?
Wu Peng returned to Shenzhen to oversee the construction of the factory.
Yao Fanghua's side is also in full swing.
Before we knew it, autumn had arrived.
Yu Jun put on his Zhongshan suit, which he had prepared long ago and ironed every day, and went to the Industrial Bureau early in the morning. Reporting on his work was one thing, but the most important thing was to invite the leaders to come to the site and provide guidance on the day the first washing machine officially rolled off the production line.
Yu Jun had already planned it out and had discussed it with Yao Fanghua in advance. On the day he officially logged off, he wanted to hold a grand logging-off ceremony!
Director Xiao couldn't believe that the struggling fan factory had suddenly become so efficient. How could they have achieved such results in such a short time? And even produced washing machines? He couldn't help but feel suspicious.
For a major breakthrough like this, every step and every decision must be made, and various difficulties must be overcome. It takes three, five, six, or even seven years of trial and error.
After listening to the report, Director Xiao didn't say anything, but lit a cigarette first.
The fan factory shouldn't engage in any fraudulent practices, and Lao Yu shouldn't be overly ambitious; that would be a mistake. Exaggeration is unacceptable these days; the higher-ups are wary of that. If Lao Yu does this, he'll suffer the consequences himself, but he shouldn't drag him down with him.
Director Xiao smoked a cigarette and offered one to Yu Jun.
Yu Jun quickly stood up, took the cigarette with both hands, and held it in his hand without daring to light it, waiting for the leader to give instructions. Whether he would come or not, he had to give an answer. Actually, in his opinion, he not only wanted to invite Director Xiao, but also other leaders in the district. If the district party secretary could come, then he would have gained face, and the fan factory would have gained face.
"Old Yu," Director Xiao pulled out a document and showed it to Yu Jun, "take a look at this first."
Yu Jun found the document somewhat familiar. Although he had been frequently visiting the workshop lately, he had read all the documents issued by his superiors. The core message of this document was to stop and correct falsification, and to be realistic, speak the truth, and do practical things.
The six bright red characters, highlighted in red pen, "Speak the truth and do practical things," came into view.
Yu Jun: ...Yu Jun wanted to slam his fist on the leader's desk. Forget about leaders! Slam the hell down on him!
Close your eyes and think about the future. You definitely shouldn't slam the table.
Yu Jun jumped up and pulled Director Xiao back to the factory, insisting that he come back with him and take a look at the workshop.
Director Xiao was forcibly dragged out of the office by Yu Junsheng, all the way out of the office building, to his car, where he was shoved onto the crossbar.
The frail-looking Director Xiao shouted all the way, "What are you doing? What are you doing? Let go, I can walk by myself..."
Yu Jun ignored him. He got on his bicycle and rode away.
Yu Jun was furious. Despite his age, he was quite energetic as he rode his bicycle with Director Xiao around him.
The heavy frame under his butt was digging into his backside and it was cold, but that wasn't the main issue. The main issue was that he was being led ahead by that old bastard Yu Jun! Ugh! Two grown men, what kind of two grown men ride a bike like that?! What a terrible thing, what terrible thing did he do?!
Director Xiao ordered Yu Jun to stop immediately and put him down right now!
After giving the order, he then said something nice, "I'm not going to run, I can sit in the back, okay?"
After Director Xiao repeatedly assured him that he wouldn't run away, Yu Jun finally stopped the car.
On the main road, Director Xiao, finally able to put his feet on the ground, looked at Yu Jun and his bicycle, resignedly sitting on the back seat. He couldn't outrun a person, much less someone with a bicycle. He was even more worried about being pulled over again. Then he'd really have to fight this old man in broad daylight!!
This time, Yu Junqi rode even faster.
Poor Director Xiao wasn't even wearing a coat, and he caught a chill, then sneezed loudly while hugging his arms.
Yao Fanghua was talking to Yang Qing in the workshop when she saw Factory Director Yu ride his bicycle directly into the workshop, with someone on the back.
The workshop just issued a rule that strictly prohibits any personal vehicles from entering or leaving the workshop, so why is the factory manager leading the way in violating it?
Yao Fanghua looked at Yang Qing; this matter was his responsibility.
Yang Qing pretended to be stupid, blinked, and left with the question, "Factory director, you must have something urgent to do," before running off to the factory director.
Yao Fanghua followed.
Yu Jun: "Xiao Yang, perfect timing. Have someone quickly go and get Director Xiao a new work uniform. Mine is in the office; have someone bring it over as well."
Director Xiao sneezed loudly and added, "I want the thick one."
Yu Jun: "Come on, you two can get to know each other. This is our Director Xiao."
Director Xiao, this is Yao Fanghua, the head of our factory's technical department, and this is Yang Qing, the workshop director. Let them show us around so you can take a look for yourself.
I didn't prepare anything beforehand; I'm showing you exactly how I usually am.
Director Xiao glared at him, then pulled him over like a madman, without even thinking to offer him a coat. He hadn't been prepared at all to be suddenly dragged into a car, a bicycle at that.
Yao Fanghua and Yang Qing quickly stepped forward to shake hands with the leader.
Yu Jun led Director Xiao to inspect the process starting from the very first step.
Yang Qing is an eloquent person. His explanations are concise and easy to understand, with just the right level of depth, ensuring that the leaders can understand while also demonstrating his own knowledge.
When encountering deeper technical issues, Yao Fanghua would provide timely supplementary information.
After reading to the end, Director Xiao fell silent.
He glanced at Yu Jun and said, "You, you just say you're being truthful, how could I not believe you?"
Yu Jun opened his mouth, as if to spit out a curse.
Director Xiao walked towards Yu Jun's office with his hands behind his back. He needed to have a pot of hot tea before having his driver pick him up. He couldn't possibly go back in Yu Jun's car.
Director Xiao: "You have quite a few hidden talents here. Xiao Yao and Xiao Yang are both quite good. There aren't many women doing technical work, so it's rare that you're willing to give them important positions."
"The washing machine was able to be produced so quickly thanks to Comrade Yao Fanghua. Despite her young age, Comrade Yao Fanghua doesn't have any of the impetuousness typical of young people; she's down-to-earth, energetic, and, most importantly, extremely capable. I'd even vouch for her on the technical research—it's absolutely perfect." Yu Jun gave a thumbs up. "Little Yao's talent is dazzling."
Director Xiao chuckled as he sipped his tea, thinking to himself that the old man was too good at exaggerating. But he certainly had the ability.
"Our factory has always been short of a deputy factory manager in charge of technology, how about Xiao Yao?"
Director Xiao paused for a moment, "Isn't this too fast?"
Too young, needs more experience.
Yu Jun nodded. It was just a coincidence that things had come to this point, and he had indeed intended to bring it up, just to establish a connection with Director Xiao.
"Boss, you don't know, Xiao Yao went to Shenzhen and someone came to me to snatch him away. I'm really worried he'll run away, and I'm afraid this little fan factory won't be able to keep him." Just thinking about Ma Xintao made my teeth ache.
Director Xiao: "I understand. Let's investigate first. Besides, appointing a deputy factory director isn't something you and I can decide on just by saying a few words."
That's true. There's a lot of research and investigation going on, but the key is that Xiao Yao doesn't know anyone in her superiors. "There's another thing. I was originally thinking that as soon as the washing machine was unveiled, I would go to you to ask for credit for it."
"Of course. Those who deserve a reward should be rewarded."
The two had tea together, and Director Xiao listened intently to Yu Jun's exaggerated praise of Yao Fanghua. He couldn't help but feel curious about Yao Fanghua, wondering if her abilities were truly as Yu Jun described. However, there were indeed many outstanding college students in this year's cohort.
In the afternoon, in the district party secretary's office, Director Xiao was reporting to the secretary with a runny nose. The wind had blown in the morning, and he had caught a cold in the afternoon.
"It's not surprising that Yu Jun can still achieve such results even in his old age."
Director Xiao: "Who says it isn't true? I didn't believe it at first either, but I was dragged here to see it."
"Have him set a date as soon as possible, make it a big event, and remember to involve the newspapers so they can dedicate their front page to it and give it prominent coverage."
As soon as Director Xiao returned to his office, he called Yu Jun to tell him that the Party Secretary would be there, he would be there too, and other district leaders would also be there. He also mentioned the newspaper matter.
It was both a district leader and a newspaper representative; Yu Jun hung up the phone and paced excitedly in his office. The district leader's visit was a big deal, but reporting it was an even bigger one.
Yu Jun's first thought was to get a haircut. He'd also like to buy a new Zhongshan suit and leather shoes—the shoes couldn't be taken lightly. He definitely wanted to frame this newspaper. It's a pity he's getting older and a bit overweight. He'd try to eat less these few days and see if he could reduce his hunger.
After his initial excitement subsided, he instructed the general office to immediately notify all middle and senior managers in the factory to attend a meeting in the main conference room.
First, let's talk about how to organize the ceremony. Firecrackers and banners are a must. There should be people playing gongs and drums to create a lively atmosphere, and it would be best to invite a lion dance to make it truly festive and proper.
Time must be allocated for the leader's speech.
Yu Jun also suggested making an extra-large red flower to tie to the first washing machine that comes off the production line.
A thorough cleaning is necessary; both the workshop and office building must be spotless. The workshop and meeting rooms, in particular, must be thoroughly cleaned.
Yu Jun not only spoke himself, but also asked everyone present to speak in turn, pooling their wisdom.
The head of the general office was taking notes like crazy. The leader just said what he would do, and he was the one who would ultimately issue the regulations. Everyone else was also scribbling notes, especially those involving their own department or requiring cooperation; they made sure to write down everything clearly. If they or their subordinates made a mistake, they'd be in deep trouble.
Everything else was fine, but the big clean-up involved every department and every person in the factory. The higher-ups said to clean up, but by the time it got to the team leaders, it had expanded to include personal hygiene. The team leaders were giving orders to all their team members, saying that not only the workplace, but everyone, including their work clothes and faces, had to be clean. Anyone who dared to make a scene would be punished.
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