Chapter 139 Lin Ma's Plans
The two sat at the desk. Lin Yuanshu placed the brown sugar ginger tea on the desk and got down to business. She hinted that Deputy Factory Director Mao's wife could consider changing to a different job.
This kind of thing can't be said too bluntly, otherwise she won't be able to explain where she got the information. The more vague she is, the more Deputy Director Mao will fill in the blanks in her mind, and he will naturally take the initiative to help her fill in the logical gaps.
On the other hand, even if Deputy Factory Director Mao's wife doesn't find a way to transfer him from this position, he won't be in any danger. At most, he'll be suspended from his duties for investigation. If the leadership remembers him, he might still have a chance to return to his job.
Although Deputy Factory Director Mao's wife did not use her position to scheme against others, this kind of thing is like accidentally falling into a latrine; even if it's not excrement, you're bound to get covered in it.
Deputy Factory Director Mao wasn't stupid; she understood that Lin Yuanshu must have had her reasons for saying such things.
Having known each other for so long, she knew that Lin Yuanshu wasn't the kind of person who would interfere in other people's family affairs without a sense of propriety.
She quickly asked, "Why would you suddenly say something like that? Have you heard something?"
Lin Yuanshu did not answer directly, but said with a smile, "This is just a small suggestion of mine. Whether you follow it or not is up to you."
She felt she had a talent for riddles.
Although Lin Yuanshu trusted Deputy Factory Director Mao and wanted to help Mao's lover avoid this trouble, it did not mean that she was willing to leave any evidence against him.
Helping and being cautious are not contradictory; while trusting others, you should also leave yourself a way out.
Deputy Factory Director Mao understood Lin Yuanshu's implied meaning. She did not force Lin Yuanshu to give a definite answer, after all, Lin Yuanshu was already taking a great risk by being willing to reveal this information to her.
After thinking for a moment, she slowly said, "I'll talk to my husband about it when he gets home tonight. I can't make this decision on my own. I hope everything goes smoothly!"
Lin Yuanshu said firmly, "It definitely will."
She also hoped that Deputy Factory Director Mao's husband's work would go smoothly, as long as he remained in the leadership position, it would bring her benefits.
The two chatted about work for a while longer. Lin Yuanshu glanced at his watch and, seeing that it was getting late, took the initiative to say goodbye.
Deputy Factory Director Mao held Lin Yuanshu's hand, urging him to stay, "Don't go yet. You've come all this way, have a meal before you leave. My daughter-in-law has almost finished cooking. It's just one more pair of chopsticks. I can chat with you a little longer. Even if you go home now, your wife might have already eaten, and you'll just be left with a cold kitchen. You might as well eat at my house..."
Lin Yuanshu ultimately couldn't refuse Deputy Factory Director Mao's earnest invitation to stay and had dinner at Deputy Factory Director Mao's house. Although he knew he would most likely be asked to stay for dinner, he couldn't help but harbor a little bit of wishful thinking.
Knowing that Lin Yuanshu was an important guest of her mother-in-law, Deputy Factory Director Mao's daughter-in-law naturally dared not show Lin Yuanshu any disrespect. Deputy Factory Director Mao's family members treated Lin Yuanshu with utmost hospitality.
Originally, Deputy Factory Director Mao had planned to have a good chat with Lin Yuanshu about the future development of Hongguang Pharmaceutical Factory, but she didn't expect her daughter-in-law to surround Lin Yuanshu with questions, and she couldn't get a word in edgewise.
Because of this, she ended up being the outsider.
After Lin Yuanshu left Deputy Factory Director Mao's house, Deputy Factory Director Mao glared at his daughter-in-law and said irritably, "Why do you have so many questions to ask Comrade Lin Yuanshu? Can't you see we're here to talk about serious business? You have no sense at all."
The daughter-in-law explained softly, "It's rare for me to meet such a remarkable female researcher, so I couldn't help but talk to her a bit longer. It's so nice! I also want to become a good person who contributes to society..."
Although she had never met Lin Yuanshu in person, she had read reports about his deeds in Beijing newspapers. To her, Lin Yuanshu could be considered a "familiar stranger".
She greatly admired Lin Yuanshu, who was able to outshine a group of male colleagues, stand out in the research institute, and frequently appear in the newspapers to receive praise.
Deputy Factory Director Mao didn't dwell on the issue with his daughter-in-law. Instead, he called his wife into the room. The real trouble was yet to come!
Seeing that Deputy Factory Director Mao was no longer paying attention to her, the daughter-in-law breathed a sigh of relief and then happily went out to chat with someone. After all, she had just finished chatting with Lin Yuanshu, and how could she not show off such a happy occasion!
Deputy Director Han looked at Deputy Director Mao, puzzled, and asked, "What's wrong? Are you still upset because your daughter-in-law is so tactless? I'll definitely give her a good talking to when we get out; she's really outrageous."
Deputy Factory Director Mao shook his head and denied it, saying, "It's not because my daughter-in-law is tactless. It's not the first time she's been tactless. I'm used to it."
Afterwards, Deputy Factory Director Mao briefly recounted his conversation with Lin Yuanshu to Deputy Director Han, then frowned and asked, "What do you think? Comrade Lin Yuanshu didn't give a definite answer either, so it's really hard to say."
Deputy Director Han was also caught in a dilemma, since he hadn't heard any rumors. He paced back and forth in the room, unable to make a decision.
Deputy Factory Director Mao felt dizzy from reading this. She didn't make a decision for her husband because she was afraid that the information was wrong and her husband would blame her later. It would be better to tell her husband about the matter now and give him the choice. He would take full responsibility for the outcome, good or bad.
Finally, Deputy Director Han made up his mind and said firmly, "It's better to believe it than not. I'll submit my transfer application tomorrow."
In his eyes, peace and safety are more important than anything else; he is not greedy for power.
Deputy Factory Director Mao also agreed with Deputy Director Han's decision. Fortunately, his wife was not blinded by power and knew when to retire gracefully.
Deputy Director Han's transfer application, submitted in the morning, was approved by noon. The speed was so fast that even Deputy Director Han didn't have time to react, perfectly illustrating the saying, "If you don't do it, there are plenty of others who will."
Although he knew the director wouldn't try to keep him, he was still saddened that the director had stopped pretending.
The director of the Revolutionary Committee didn't care about Deputy Director Han's thoughts, nor did he care why Deputy Director Han wanted to be transferred.
All he knew was that once Deputy Director Han left his post, he could replace him with an obedient subordinate, and he couldn't wait for Deputy Director Han to leave immediately.
Lin's parents stayed in Beijing for five days before preparing to return to their production team. Lin Yuanshu personally saw them off at the station.
When they arrived at the station, Lin's mother stopped and turned to look at Lin Yuanshu. She earnestly instructed him, "That's enough for now! Your father and I know how to get there from here, so you don't need to see us off any further. You need to get to work soon, so we can't waste your time. Xiaofeng, you need to treat Xiangyang well and spend more time on your family. Don't just think about work all the time."
Children are all debts!
Her eldest daughter got married but was reluctant to have children. She tried to persuade her but to no avail. She had no way to deal with her eldest daughter, since "the emperor is far away" and she couldn't stay by her side to manage her all the time.
At least she was better than her eldest daughter's in-laws; at least they would try to persuade her. Her eldest daughter's in-laws had completely given up. As long as her eldest daughter didn't commit murder or arson, they didn't really want to get involved in her affairs, mainly because they couldn't.
Things aren't going well with the younger daughter either. She absolutely refuses to date and has no plans to get married. Several men have been introduced to her, but none of them have worked out.
My younger daughter used to say she wanted to find a boyfriend who could cook, but now that she's reached a certain age, she's so reluctant to find a partner.
She thinks it's highly likely that her youngest daughter has witnessed too many couples arguing in the village, leading her to misunderstand and believe that her partner would steal her things and even hit her.
Lin's mother brought her youngest daughter to Beijing for a visit, hoping that by observing how her older sister and brother-in-law interacted, her daughter would be less resistant to the idea of finding a partner.
Lin Yuanshu took Zhou Xiangyang's arm and solemnly promised, "Mom, I will definitely treat Xiangyang well. I will take good care of my health and will never think about work after get off work."
Zhou Xiangyang nodded in agreement, saying, "Mom, Xiaoshu has been very good to me. Even my mom isn't this good to me."
Lin's mother's expression was incredibly complex. Since one party was willing to give and the other was willing to receive, she didn't say much.
Lin Yuanfeng looked at Lin Yuanshu with reluctance, "Sister, you don't need to worry about Mom and Dad while you're in the city. I'll take good care of them. You need to take good care of yourself too."
Lin Yuanshu patted Lin Yuanfeng's head and said with relief, "Unbeknownst to us, Xiaofeng has grown into a big boy. I believe you can take good care of your parents. If you encounter anything you can't handle, don't forget what I told you before: go find the brigade leader."
"Okay," Lin Yuanfeng readily agreed.
Lin Yuanshu and Zhou Xiangyang watched Lin's mother and the others leave until they were no longer in sight before turning away.
On the bus, Lin's mother and Lin Yuanfeng sat together. Lin's mother asked in a low voice, "Yuanfeng, what are your thoughts after seeing how your sister and brother-in-law get along?"
Lin Yuanfeng looked at his mother with a blank expression and asked, "What should I think?"
Lin's mother took a deep breath, forced a smile, and said softly, "Of course it's about finding a partner. Look how happy your sister and brother-in-law are together!"
Lin Yuanfeng shook his head, still refusing, "I don't want a partner, I want Ruyi. Can we take Ruyi home and raise her?"
Lin's mother tapped Lin Yuanfeng's forehead with her finger and said irritably, "You really know how to think. Ruyi is your sister-in-law's darling. How could she bear to give Ruyi to you to raise? If you want to raise a child, then have one yourself."
Lin Yuanfeng blinked and said confidently, "Sister Tang Rong said that childbirth is very painful, and that men are all bad. I don't want to have children, and I don't want to find a partner."
Lin's mother was stunned for a moment, then decisively retorted, "Your sister Tang Rong is talking nonsense. It won't hurt after giving birth. There are good and bad men, but the men I introduce to you are all carefully selected by me. I guarantee that every man is of good character, honest and kind."
Lin Yuanfeng muttered under his breath, "Then I don't want him either. Men aren't fun at all, and they can eat a lot. I don't want him to eat my family's rice."
Hearing Xiaofeng's words, Lin's mother couldn't help but sigh. Although Xiaofeng looked like a normal person, his thinking was still at a child's level, and she had no other way but to persuade him.
She insisted that Xiaofeng should get married and have children like a normal person, but she overlooked the fact that Xiaofeng was not a normal person to begin with.
Sitting in the back, Lin's father stood up and said to Lin's mother, "That's enough. Don't pressure Xiaofeng anymore. If Xiaofeng doesn't want to find a partner now, then she doesn't have to. We'll arrange it when she wants to."
Looking at Lin Yuanfeng, Lin's mother said sadly, "I know that Xiaofeng's current situation is not suitable for finding a partner, but I'm worried that after we leave, Xiaofeng will be very lonely, and I'm also worried that Xiaofeng will be a burden on Xiaoshu's family."
She knew that given Xiao Shu's personality, she definitely wouldn't abandon Xiao Feng, but she could only manage him for a while, not forever! Xiao Shu also had her own things to do and couldn't spend all her time playing with Xiao Feng.
Sigh! They're both my flesh and blood!
A hint of helplessness flashed in Lin's father's eyes. He comforted him, "Things will work themselves out. Maybe one day, Xiaofeng will figure it out on his own. If it really doesn't work out, we can adopt a child for Xiaofeng. Anyway, Xiaofeng likes children so much, he definitely won't reject them. With our help in taking care of them, the child can grow up smoothly."
Upon hearing this, Lin's mother's eyes lit up, and she said with great excitement, "You're right, boys are hard to adopt, but girls are plentiful."
Not to mention distant places, even in their production team, some people send girls out to be child brides or give them to others to raise.
After Xiao Feng's problem was resolved, Lin's mother finally felt relieved and breathed a sigh of relief.
Xiao Shu is different from Xiao Feng. No matter what happens, Xiao Shu has the ability to solve it, while Xiao Feng can only rely on others to consider things for her.
Before they knew it, the day of the technical exchange conference arrived. Lin Yuanshu put on his best clothes and waited for Team Leader Zhao at the entrance of the research institute.
Once Team Leader Zhao arrives, they can ride together in the research institute's van to the Sijiu City People's Hotel.
That was the venue for the technical exchange conference, which was quite a distance from the research institute. That's why Director Huang specially arranged a car to pick them up and drop them off, hoping that they would perform well at the technical exchange conference and bring honor to the Dongfanghong Research Institute.
Not long after, Team Leader Zhao arrived at Lin Yuanshu breathlessly, looking apologetic. "I'm sorry I'm late. I tend to mess things up when I'm nervous. I forgot the 'letter of introduction' at home. We can set off now."
Lin Yuanshu nodded and said with a smile, "No need to apologize, I didn't wait long anyway."
The two then got into the van together.
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