Well, Zhang Degen, this old fox, has been tricked by this old guy again.
Even though Accountant Wu hated Zhang Degen, he did not raise any objection to the construction of the soap workshop.
Everyone in the village is jealous of Zhaojia Village. Every year when the commendation meeting is held, the people of Zhaojia Village ride tractors to the county town, while they ride in ox carts, which makes them feel very dissatisfied.
They are all farmers, but there is such a big difference between them. It would be fine if they were far away from each other, but they are in the next village and people from the same village often interact with each other. It makes people jealous.
"I'm making this suggestion, but I also need to consider everyone's opinions, to avoid being accused of being a one-man show. It's not worth it to work so hard and have a favor done to others, only to be complained about!"
Zhang Degen's words clearly had a hidden meaning, and everyone's eyes unconsciously turned to Accountant Wu with a bit of condemnation.
"This is a major event that will improve the lives of everyone in the village. If anyone dares to stop them or do something bad, I will be the first to disapprove!"
"Yes, we also don't agree. If anyone gets in the way of my good life, I'll fight him to the death!"
The villagers were all agitated. They were very unfriendly towards Accountant Wu, especially since he had a nephew who was a criminal and had done many immoral things. This made everyone's impression even worse. They were afraid that Accountant Wu would do something bad and affect the good life that the village chief led them to lead.
Accountant Wu's face turned pale. He did nothing, but because of the deliberate guidance of the old man Zhang Degen, he was hated by everyone.
"This is a big event for the village. If the soap workshop can really be built, it will be a good thing for both the village and us personally. I fully support it." Accountant Wu has been patient for so many years. Seeing the situation at this time, he immediately said
The villagers were satisfied with Accountant Wu's statement. Zhang Degen didn't expect Accountant Wu to be so difficult and flexible. He couldn't say anything else and started talking about the soap workshop.
"That's roughly what happened. However, not only does Comrade Li Miaomiao have to offer the prescription, but it also needs approval from the county. If anyone has the ability, I'll step aside and let them do it."
Zhang Degen is so tough, he dares to say such words
After Zhang Degen said this, everyone looked at Accountant Wu. It was Accountant Wu who had previously competed most fiercely with Zhang Degen for the position of team leader.
Accountant Wu retreated again and again, but had to endure it. Even though he was capable, Zhang Degen had always been in charge of dealing with the county, and it was never his turn. This old man must have been wary of him before, but now he said this.
"Since this matter was initiated by the captain, then naturally it should be handled by Captain Zhang. I have no objection to it. What are your opinions?"
Accountant Wu did not intend to continue competing with Zhang Degen. Since he was now at a disadvantage and it was impossible for him to compete for the position of team leader, he had to plan carefully and seek benefits for himself in the soap workshop.
Even though the soap workshop was established by Zhang Degen, the workshop belongs to the village and it is not Zhang Degen who has the final say.
Zhang Degen had known for a long time that Accountant Wu was difficult to deal with, but now it seemed that Accountant Wu was even more difficult to deal with than he had imagined. Zhang Degen himself was an old fox, and he could see why Accountant Wu was forbearing. He was planning to take over the soap workshop.
Wu Liangping really dared to think about it!
He had finally found this method, and he wanted to show off in the county and gain credit in front of everyone. How could he allow Wu Liangping to take advantage of him?
"Since no one wants to do this for me, I think they have considered their own abilities. So, let me make two points in advance."
"First, running a soap workshop isn't easy. Before it's built, I'll be responsible for this, and no one else is allowed to interfere or cause trouble. Second, Comrade Li Miaomiao deserves the greatest credit for the soap workshop's construction. She selflessly donated her house, so I recommend her as a technician. Of course, this decision wasn't just based on her contribution. The subsequent development of the soap workshop is also important. If we want to successfully produce soap, we can't do without Comrade Li Miaomiao's help."
"Does anyone have any opinions on this?"
Even if everyone had some ideas in their minds, they would not say them out loud. Zhang Degen's prestige in the entire brigade was even higher than that of Accountant Wu. Moreover, they certainly hoped that such a good thing could be accomplished without any mistakes.
"We all have no objection. This is as it should be. It was Guoan's wife who originally came up with the recipe. Otherwise, how could the workshop be built? In the future, we will have to rely on Guoan's wife to help oversee it. This arrangement is the best."
"Okay, since everyone agrees, I'll go prepare the materials and then go to the county to ask the leaders for approval. I'll try to get things settled as soon as possible so we can start construction."
Zhang Degen achieved the purpose of the meeting, gave a few instructions to everyone in the village, and then announced the adjournment of the meeting.
Everyone dispersed in groups of three or four and went back to work, but their spirits were different from before. When they thought about the future being like Zhaojia Village, with tractors in the village, and every household having enough to eat, and girls from other villages being more willing to marry here, they worked with more energy and worked enthusiastically.
Zhang Degen was very satisfied. Since his injury had not yet fully healed, he asked his son to take him to the county town on a bicycle.
As soon as the car arrived at the entrance of the village, we saw Li Miaomiao waiting there with something in her hand.
"Guoan wife, you are not waiting for me here, are you?"
Zhang Degen saw that Li Miaomiao was clearly waiting for someone, but he didn't see anyone else coming.
"Yeah, Uncle Degen, are you going to the county to get instructions from the leaders?"
Although Li Miaomiao's words were questions, they were spoken in an affirmative tone.
This wasn't something that needed to be concealed, especially since it was Li Miaomiao who asked the question. Zhang Degen nodded and said, "Yes, I want to get to the county town as soon as possible to get things done so that our village can start working on the workshop."
"Uncle Degen, are you sure that if I bring the prepared documents with me, the county leaders will approve it?"
"I think so. I know a few of the leaders. They are all good officials who serve the country and the people. Building a soap workshop is a good thing that will benefit the villagers. There is no reason for them to refuse."
If Zhang Degen had no confidence at all, he would not have held the meeting today.
"In that case, Uncle Degen, please take these soaps with you. These are cuts from the big bar of soap you watched me make last time. I'm sure they'll be useful to you."
Li Miaomiao didn't explain in detail. She just gave the soap to Zhang Degen and left.
Li Miaomiao believed that with Zhang Degen's intelligence and experience, he would know the use of this soap when the time came.
However, Zhang Degen, although he didn't know what Li Miaomiao was up to, knew that there must be a purpose.
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