Chapter 143 Reporting on Work
“Okay, no problem. Not only will I not stop Comrade Lin Yuanshu from returning to Beijing, I will also arrange for comrades to escort her back, ensuring that she returns to Beijing safe and sound,” Director Cao readily agreed.
He felt that Lin Yuanshu was not the kind of person who would give up halfway. If he was, then there was nothing to regret. It was something to celebrate that such a person had left his team.
The minister reluctantly nodded and made one last attempt. "Actually, there are many outstanding comrades in Beijing. You don't need to focus your attention on Comrade Lin Yuanshu alone. You can look at other people."
Director Cao's face beamed with a satisfied smile. He didn't take the minister's words to heart. He replied with a smile, "What you said is very true. There are indeed many outstanding comrades in Beijing. You can also turn your attention to other people. There's no need to wait for Comrade Lin Yuanshu to complete that project."
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After discussing the details of the schistosomiasis prevention medical team with the minister, Director Cao left the office.
The minister glanced at the deputy minister beside him and said irritably, "Look at the mess you've made! You tell Director Cao everything, like you have no guts and no sense of caution at all."
The deputy minister retorted in a low voice, "You can't blame me for this! Even if I didn't leak any information, it wouldn't have made any difference. Comrade Lin Yuanshu is like Tang Sanzang's flesh; everyone wants a bite. But then again, Director Cao wanted to invite Comrade Lin Yuanshu to work at his research institute, but Comrade Lin Yuanshu firmly refused, which is good news."
If you ask any comrade in Beijing about Lin Yuanshu, she can tell you all about him. Lin Yuanshu is a regular in Beijing newspapers, especially among female comrades, where he is a role model.
Upon hearing this, the minister's expression turned grave. "This Director Cao looks like a handsome man with thick eyebrows, but I never expected him to do something so shameless. He not only wants to abduct Comrade Lin Yuanshu, but also wants to win him over completely by poaching him. No, have Director Huang come to the Ministry of Health tomorrow. I need to have a serious talk with Director Huang."
Seeing that he had successfully changed the subject, the deputy minister smiled slightly and replied in a serious tone, "Okay, I will make the arrangements. Director Huang will come to see you first thing tomorrow morning."
On the other side, after Lin Yuanshu entered Director Huang's office, she gave a general account of what had happened that day. She did not mention her conflict with Team Leader Zhao, after all, it was just a small matter, and mentioning it would make it seem like she was complaining.
After hearing this, Director Huang asked in confusion, "Director Cao is planning to send you to work in the epidemic area? How could he have such a terrible idea? He himself is not planning to go to the epidemic area, but he is planning to send you there?"
Lin Yuanshu said in a low voice, "This is not only Director Cao's idea, but also mine. I overheard someone mentioning at the technical exchange conference that Director Cao plans to establish a schistosomiasis prevention medical team. Director Cao probably wants me to join this schistosomiasis prevention medical team!"
Director Huang gasped. This news was truly unexpected. He didn't know which piece of news to be shocked about first: Lin Yuanshu's desire to go to the epidemic area? Or Director Cao's plan to establish a schistosomiasis prevention medical team?
"Joining the schistosomiasis prevention medical team isn't as good as you imagine. The team is made up of all sorts of people, from all over the country. If you suffer any injustice in the team, I won't be able to stand up for you," Director Huang advised tactfully, his eyes revealing his disapproval.
Lin Yuanshu knew Director Huang's concerns, and she said confidently, "Director Huang, I have considered all of these things. I am sure that I can handle these matters, which is why I decided to join the schistosomiasis prevention medical team. Don't worry, I will not stay in the schistosomiasis prevention medical team forever. I will return to Beijing after the epidemic in the epidemic area is under control."
Seeing Lin Yuanshu's resolute attitude, Director Huang sighed and looked at her helplessly, saying firmly, "Since you've made up your mind, I won't try to persuade you anymore. Although the epidemic area is not safe, it is indeed a rare opportunity. It can not only improve your work ability, but also make your resume look more impressive. If you encounter any trouble in the epidemic area, remember to send me a telegram or write a letter, and I will find a way to solve it for you. Dongfanghong Research Institute will always be your support."
He originally wanted to make a phone call, but then he thought that it might not be possible to make phone calls in the epidemic area, so sending a telegram would be more convenient.
As an adult, Lin Yuanshu has the right to decide her own path. As her leader, he has no choice but to support her. He can't just use the excuse of doing what's best for Lin Yuanshu to force her to stay in Beijing and not let her go out and explore the world!
Besides, while he's easy to talk to, the Minister of Health isn't so easy to talk to.
If it weren't for the fact that he wanted Lin Yuanshu to rest for a while after she had just completed the penicillin improvement project, the Minister of Health would have arranged a new project for her long ago.
Therefore, the minister is very likely not to stand by and watch Lin Yuanshu go to such a dangerous place as the epidemic area.
He didn't need to be the bad guy!
Lin Yuanshu hadn't expected Director Huang to be so supportive of her decision and willing to stand behind her. She was touched and a little embarrassed, and her mixed feelings boiled down to one sentence: "Thank you for your trouble!"
One look from Director Huang made me feel like a rebellious child!
Director Huang patted Lin Yuanshu on the shoulder and encouraged him, "Do a good job, but don't forget to pay attention to safety. Your health is more important."
"good."
The atmosphere during Team Leader Zhao's work report was nothing like the harmonious and relaxed atmosphere on Lin Yuanshu's side; the situations were worlds apart.
After Team Leader Zhao finished reporting on the exchange meeting, Deputy Director Liu remained silent for a while before slowly saying, "I'm starting to doubt your work ability. You prepared for so many days in advance, but in the end, you didn't even perform as well as Comrade Lin Yuanshu, who knew nothing about it!"
Team Leader Zhao retorted in a low voice, "Perhaps she is not completely unaware."
Deputy Director Liu took a deep breath and questioned, "So what? Is that the point? Does it matter if she knows or not? The point is that you didn't perform as well as her in front of Director Cao, and Director Cao favors her more. I worked so hard to get this opportunity for you, and this is the result you give me..."
What he hates most is when others don't finish their work and instead blame others instead of himself.
Team Leader Zhao was thoroughly berated, and he could only lower his head and stare at the ground, silently enduring Deputy Director Liu's wrath. Unless he wanted to quit his job, arguing back would be a very irrational thing to do.
Deputy Director Liu's anger did not diminish over time. Towards the end, he became too lazy to continue cursing. He looked at Team Leader Zhao, who remained silent, and grew increasingly annoyed.
He waved his hand, signaling Team Leader Zhao to leave his sight.
Seeing this, Team Leader Zhao didn't think about defending himself. Instead, he felt a sense of relief and fled the office as if his life depended on it.
Deputy Director Liu can be quite frightening when he gets angry. He believes he has done his best and did not want this outcome, but Lin Yuanshu is just being unreasonable!
How could a normal person possibly think of learning about nitrosamine through news reports? It's an extremely troublesome and inefficient endeavor.
After seeing Team Leader Zhao leave the office, the assistant steeled himself and walked up to Deputy Director Liu, comforting him, "Looking at this from another angle, it's actually a good thing. It allows Comrade Lin Yuanshu to leave the institute temporarily, which will allow us to deal with Director Huang better. We don't need to worry about Comrade Lin Yuanshu speaking well of Director Huang in front of the Minister of Health."
The assistant paused for a moment, and seeing that Deputy Director Liu's expression had softened, he continued, "Moreover, I heard that the Minister of Health is preparing to award an important project to Comrade Lin Yuanshu. Since Comrade Lin Yuanshu has chosen to go to the epidemic area, we can try to secure this important project."
Deputy Director Liu nodded thoughtfully and said seriously, "You're right. Misfortune may be a blessing in disguise. I think we can't look at things so one-sidedly. In the long run, Comrade Lin Yuanshu leaving Beijing is also a good opportunity for us."
As he spoke, he stood up, patted his assistant on the shoulder, and exclaimed, "It's a good thing I have you by my side, otherwise it would be a complete mess."
The assistant gave a standard smile and said, "I'm also very happy to have you as my leader."
He would be even happier if Deputy Director Liu weren't so emotional. He not only has to do his job, but also act as Deputy Director Liu's punching bag. It's really too hard for him.
After leaving Director Huang's office, Lin Yuanshu did not return to Team Leader Qiao's laboratory, but chose to leave work, since it was time to go home.
After meeting Zhou Xiangyang, the two rode their bicycles home together.
On the way, Zhou Xiangyang asked with concern, "Is everything going smoothly? Have you won Director Cao's favor?"
Lin Yuanshu truthfully replied, "If nothing unexpected happens, the document regarding my joining the schistosomiasis prevention medical team will be issued tomorrow, and I will probably be able to go to the epidemic area with Director Cao this week."
Hearing this, Zhou Xiangyang felt both sad and happy. He was sad that Lin Yuanshu couldn't be by his side, but happy that Lin Yuanshu's wish had come true.
He said with some reluctance, "I will prepare your luggage for your departure. Please don't refuse me. This is the only thing I can do for you."
Lin Yuanshu hugged Zhou Xiangyang's waist, a hint of apology in his eyes, "Of course I won't refuse you. What you've done for me isn't just helping me pack my luggage, you've also supported me going to work in the epidemic area. Without your support, I wouldn't have had the courage to take this step."
She knew that she might not be able to return for another year, but this was a good opportunity that she couldn't miss. She would have plenty of time to spend with Zhou Xiangyang in the future, but this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and once it was missed, it would never come again.
She couldn't bring herself to give up the opportunity for Zhou Xiangyang, so all she could do was offer sweet words.
Upon hearing this, Zhou Xiangyang smiled broadly and said honestly, "It's really great that I can help you. I'll be waiting for you to come back in Beijing."
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