Soon after, workers gathered in the open space of the factory area, carrying baskets, carrying poles and other tools.
The tractor roared to life.
Guan Wenru stood on a wooden crate, looking at the crowd, "Comrades! Quiet down! Before we set off, I have something to say!"
The crowd quieted down and looked at her.
Guan Wenru smiled and said, "This hurdle is difficult! But no matter how difficult it is, we, the working class, must overcome it! I know that asking everyone to retrieve those things that have been soaked in water is hard work, dirty work, and tiring work!"
Hua Xiaoyu has always been a loyal supporter of Guan Wenru, and she immediately responded, "Factory Manager! We are not afraid of hard work for the factory!"
Others echoed his sentiments.
Guan Wenru laughed, "Good! That's the spirit I'm looking for! But I, Guan Wenru, can't let everyone's hard work go to waste!"
I assure you all! As long as we successfully overcome this raw material crisis and the factory recovers, we will be able to do our job!
I immediately submitted a report to my superiors, requesting subsidies for all the comrades who had put in a lot of effort and sweat!
"Wow!!" A low gasp and murmur arose from the crowd.
Guan Wenru continued, "We'll try our best to get money! If that's not possible, we'll definitely make sure everyone has access to essential daily necessities like grain, oil, soap, towels, and enamel mugs! We can't let our comrades suffer both physically and emotionally!"
The workers shouted excitedly, "Director Guan! You keep your word?"
"When have I, Guan Wenru, ever lied to anyone? My word is my bond!"
The workers immediately burst into laughter, "Great! The factory manager is so righteous!"
"For the factory! For the subsidies! Let's do it!"
The crowd was in high spirits, waving their tools, shouting, "Let's do it! Let's work with Director Guan! Let's go! Hurry back!"
The procession set off in a grand procession, with tractors leading the way and people following on foot, encouraging each other and showing significantly higher morale than before.
When they arrived at the riverbed where the floodwaters had receded, they were struck by the scene of devastation, which was indeed littered with a large amount of plant debris. They couldn't help but sigh.
Lei Yongkang quickly gave instructions, "Quick! Everyone spread out! Keep your eyes peeled! Gather everything that looks usable! Load it onto the truck!"
As Old Li deftly bundled the reeds, he said to the person next to him, "Hey, you know what, just thinking about getting a new enamel mug for my wife after finishing this job gives me so much energy!"
The worker standing next to him smiled and wiped his brow. "That's right! My wife's been complaining for ages that we're running out of soap! Hurry up, everyone! The sooner we finish, the sooner we can go home!"
The scene was bustling with activity, and people were working with great enthusiasm.
...
Three days later, Xi Mufan was finally about to arrive at the train station.
Guan Wenru personally drove a jeep to pick up Baiyun.
Not long after the train stopped, Xi Mufan, carrying only a few pieces of luggage, was the first to rush off the train.
He looked around anxiously.
Guan Wenru, with her sharp eyes, was the first to spot him and quickly called out, "Xi Mufan!"
Hearing the sound, Xi Mufan looked over, and upon seeing the two of them, he quickly squeezed through.
Guan Wenru nudged Bai Yun, who was standing nervously beside her, and said, "Look, they're here."
Xi Mufan almost staggered over. As soon as he got close, he threw his luggage on the ground and pulled Bai Yun, who was stunned in place, into his arms tightly, his arms so strong it looked like he wanted to crush her.
His voice was hoarse and choked with emotion as he kept repeating, "Xiaoyun... I'm sorry... I'm sorry... I'm back!"
Baiyun buried her face in his shoulder, her shoulders trembling at first, but then she burst into suppressed sobs.
Xi Mufan closed his eyes, his cheek pressed against her hair, "It's my fault...it's all my fault...I'll never do it again...I'll never leave you alone again..."
Guan Wenru looked at the two people who were tightly embracing each other and were very emotional, and a relieved smile appeared on her face.
She quietly took a few steps back, turned around and walked to a spot not far away, waiting patiently.
Give them space.
The two embraced for a long time before finally letting go.
Xi Mufan held Bai Yun's hand tightly, both of their eyes were red.
He took a deep breath and looked at Baiyun. "Xiaoyun, I'm so sorry. I was such a jerk, so impulsive. I shouldn't have distrusted you, and I shouldn't have just left."
Bai Yun hurriedly shook her head, tears welling up again. "No, Brother Mu Fan, it's my fault. I shouldn't have been so foolish as to lie and say I was going to marry someone else... I was just afraid you'd give up on school... I never thought I'd push you even further away..."
Xi Mufan wiped away her tears with his thumb. "It's all in the past. Let's not argue about it anymore. We'll never be apart again. We'll face anything together, no matter how big the problem is. We and the child... will live a good life as a family."
Baiyun nodded vigorously, her tears turning into a smile, "Yes! We'll never be apart again!"
The two looked at each other, and their emotions gradually calmed down.
Only then did they notice Guan Wenru watching them with a smile not far away, and they immediately felt a little embarrassed.
Seeing that they had calmed down, Guan Wenru walked over with a smile, "What? You're done hugging? Why don't you hug them a little longer? I didn't see anything."
"!" Bai Yun's face flushed red instantly, and she stamped her foot. "Sister! You...you stop talking!"
Xi Mufan was also a little embarrassed, but he quickly straightened up and bowed solemnly to Guan Wenru, "Wenru, thank you. During this time, thanks to you for protecting Xiaoyun and working so hard for us, I can't thank you enough, but I..."
"Alright!" Guan Wenru waved her hand to interrupt him. "We're family, no need for formalities. Baiyun is my sister. Isn't it only right that I protect her and help you? If you really want to thank me, just treat her well in the future and don't let her cry anymore."
Guan Wenru pointed outside and said, "Let's go, get in the car first, and go home. We can talk about it when we get home."
“Okay!” Xi Mufan quickly picked up the luggage from the ground.
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