Xiao Che was taken aback and carefully examined the person who had come in. For a moment, he couldn't remember who it was.
"Who are you?"
The person opposite him was about the same age, but his leg was obviously injured, and he walked with a limp.
But his energy and spirit were very different from ordinary people. People who have been in the military for many years can feel it. He was also a soldier!
Realizing this, he was filled with respect: "Are you a veteran who was discharged due to injury?"
The visitor scratched his head sheepishly and chuckled, "Yes! Commander Xiao... oh, no, you transferred to the government a long time ago."
I am the squad leader of the third squad of the first company. I used to train under your command!
By the way, what brings you here?
Xiao Che shook hands with him with a friendly smile, carefully observed that he looked energetic and in good spirits, and then replied, "I came to take a look!"
I heard that many people here are veterans, old sergeants. How are you all doing? Are you having any difficulties in your lives?
You can tell me anything!
His wife had never told him about this, but he had heard his grandfather mention that the Bai family's businesses had provided financial support to many retired military personnel.
He was deeply moved by what he saw with his own eyes today.
When the old squad leader heard him talk about his life, his face lit up with joy, clearly indicating that he was living a very good life.
"Thank you for your concern, we are all doing well! The Bai family treats us very well and doesn't look down on us because we are disabled. We have hope for the future!"
Xiao Che listened to him recount many interesting stories from his time at the factory and even introduced him to several veterans.
Everyone gathered together, chatting and laughing, completely untouched by the hardships of life.
At that moment, he suddenly understood the significance of how Grandpa Bai and Bai Yajing overcame all opposition and gossip to take in so many people who were either disabled, elderly, or lonely.
Seeing that they were not defeated by hardship and persisted in creating a living through their own labor is a very inspiring thing.
After talking with them, he went to find Ma Pingchuan and Qiao Yu.
"Brother Xiao, you're out!" Qiao Yu was overjoyed to see him coming.
Liu Meiling rubbed her forehead and nudged him with her elbow. "Why do you talk so awkwardly? Anyone who didn't know better would think something's wrong with Brother Xiao!"
Upon hearing this, the others realized what he had just said and burst into laughter.
"That's right! Ah Yu, you're so excited you can't even speak!"
Reminded by his wife, Qiao Yu realized that his words were somewhat ambiguous and quickly apologized, "It just slipped out of my mouth..."
Xiao Che waved his hand dismissively, "Hey~ it's nothing! I just came out! Hahahaha!"
Everyone was happy.
Ma Pingchuan took out all the account books and gave them to him. "Brother Xiao, Sister Bai told me before she left that she would give them to you to look at when you come back!"
Xiao Che quickly accepted it, "Okay! I'll definitely take a good look when I get back! You can come to me if you need anything!"
They all shook their heads in unison, "It's nothing serious. Sister Bai made all the arrangements before she left. If we follow the rules, we can all stay calm."
"Great! All good! Ya Jing wasn't here, so thank you all for your hard work. Everyone will get an extra bonus at the end of the year!"
The workers outside are the same as the people inside the shops!
"Oh~ Oh~ That's great!"
Who doesn't like money? Although there's a bonus every year-end, there's an extra one too—how could I not be happy?
Xiao Che chatted with them for a long time before going home, and also learned that Bai Yajing had helped Pei An settle many educated youths and graduates.
He was incredibly proud at that moment.
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