Only now, just now, has Zhang Deyi become certain that Gu Shi is serious.
Without looking up, Gu Shitou asked him, "What's the problem?"
Zhang Deyi thought for a moment, then decided to speak up: "Boss, if you leave, won't this brick factory belong to someone else? Besides, you've managed it so well, how can you be so heartless..."
Before he could finish speaking, Gu Shi looked at him coldly.
"I...I! Boss, I know you don't like hearing this, but I still have to say it!"
As if he had made up his mind, Zhang Deyi mustered his courage and continued speaking despite Gu Shi's indifferent expression.
"Boss, everyone at the brick factory admires you, that's why they stayed. Ever since what happened last time, you know, no one respects anyone but you!"
"And boss, you've led the brick factory to such great success, are you really willing to give it up?"
"With you around, the employees will work even harder! The brick factory can't do without you, boss!"
Zhang Deyi poured out his dissatisfaction, venting all the emotions he had accumulated over the past few days.
Gu Shi sighed. He knew his subordinates well; they must have overheard something somewhere, which was why they were acting this way.
He slowly began, "Comrade Zhang Deyi."
Gu Shi's eyes were fixed on Zhang Deyi, making Zhang Deyi feel uneasy.
He thought to himself, "So be it! This is the only time I'll ever die."
"Boss, even though you're the leader, you can't deny your subordinates the right to offer suggestions!"
Gu Shi suddenly laughed, which sent chills down Zhang Deyi's spine.
I hereby declare!
With each word Gu Shi uttered, Zhang Deyi grew more and more nervous, thinking to himself that he was doomed for the day.
"Comrade Zhang Deyi, starting next month, your salary will increase by thirty percent."
After Gu Shi finished speaking, the only sound in the office could be the sound of water boiling.
"ah?"
"ah!"
Zhang Deyi reacted, first with surprise, then with delight.
Zhang Deyi didn't know which of his words had touched Gu Shi, but he didn't ask, fearing that Gu Shi might change his mind.
Zhang Deyi smugly flattered Gu Shi, expressing his gratitude for Gu Shi's great kindness.
"Boss, are you serious? Boss, your decision is absolutely brilliant!"
"I believe in your good brother, Comrade Wang Yang, he will definitely be able to lead our brick factory, no, no, no, no!"
"It is leading many of our factories toward a bright future!"
Zhang Deyi showered the new boss, Comrade Wang Yang, with enthusiastic praise, not forgetting to mention him as well.
Gu Shi ignored him and waved him away.
Having gained an advantage, Zhang Deyi didn't want to stay any longer, fearing that if he hesitated even a moment, Gu Shi would regret it.
The office was finally quiet, and Gu Shi could finally concentrate on reading.
Wang Yang's office has been tidied up; it's right next to his, so he basically has nothing to do now.
Not long after, the office door was pushed open again, and Zhang Deyi rushed in.
"Boss! Boss! Good news!"
Gu Shi looked up impatiently and asked, "What is it?"
Zhang Deyi completely ignored his expression, overjoyed, and followed closely behind him as Lin Muyu walked in.
Lin Muyu was still dressed like an elite, in a suit, leather shoes, and gold-rimmed glasses, and was smiling as she spoke to Gu Shi.
"It's about Feng Chao's case, and the situation is pretty much what I initially thought."
Gu Shi came out from behind his desk, and the two sat on the sofa. Zhang Deyi, with great insight, made tea.
Lin Muyu took a sip of hot tea and continued, "He wasn't sentenced for long, mainly because Xu Xiao expelled him and he lost his student status. With his current status, even if he went back to places like Pear Blossom Village, he wouldn't be able to live a good life."
However, given how concerned Feng Chao is with his image, it's unlikely he'll return to Lihua Village.
This news is indeed good news. As long as Feng Chao is not doing well, Gu Shi feels relaxed and at ease.
He thanked Lin Muyu, saying, "Thank you for your help these past few days, Mr. Lin. Please don't hesitate to ask if you need any assistance in the future!"
Lin Muyu smiled and agreed. The two talked about Feng Chao's case for a while longer, and then Lin Muyu got up and left.
After seeing the person off, Zhang Deyi happily ran back.
"Boss Gu! You really did the right thing this time! I've always disliked that Feng Chao, and if it weren't for Sister Chunmei, I..."
He realized he had said something he shouldn't have, so he immediately shut his mouth and stood at the door, staring at Gu Shi.
Fortunately, Gu Shi didn't care at all, and just waved to him, telling him to leave quickly.
Gu Shi sat in his office reading a book, but after a long time, he still hadn't turned a page.
After sitting for a while, it was lunchtime, so Gu Shi packed up and went home.
He told Lin Qingyu the news, and Lin Qingyu didn't know how to feel.
To be honest, it wasn't that satisfying.
Let it go, that's even less likely.
Now, when she hears the name Feng Chao, it's like hearing a random passerby; it doesn't elicit any reaction from her.
"He deserves it; he probably won't even have the face to go back to Pear Blossom Village."
Lin Qingyu simply said that and then said nothing more.
Gu Shi tacitly stopped mentioning it, and the two of them comfortably ate hot pot.
This was made by Lin Qingyu herself, and it tastes very good, just like the one she ate in Lihua Village a few years ago.
"Isn't it delicious? My cooking skills haven't gotten worse, have they?"
Lin Qingyu's lips were bright red from eating. She picked up a piece of meat and gave it to Gu Shi, waiting for his comments.
"Delicious, just like before, very delicious!"
Gu Shi praised without reservation, without exaggeration, and with deliberate flattery.
Fearing that Lin Qingyu wouldn't believe him, he picked up another piece of food with his chopsticks and also scooped out some lean meat that Lin Qingyu liked.
"Eat up! You haven't eaten in a long time, have you? Gu Jue's not here."
Gu Shi felt sorry for Lin Qingyu. Since having a child, Lin Qingyu hadn't even had time to eat the hot pot she made herself.
Lin Qingyu smiled and nodded. She was eating meat that was covered in broth, and it tasted so good that she couldn't speak.
After lunch, Gu Shi didn't go to his office to read; instead, he helped Lin Qingyu move things.
On the other side of the brick factory, there used to be employee dormitories, which were single-story buildings.
Because there aren't enough rooms, the dormitories being built now have several floors, so no one is living here for the time being.
Fortunately, after cleaning up, it's fine for temporary accommodation.
Gu Shi also had a kang (heated brick bed) built, and with firewood burning, the whole house became incredibly warm.
Soon, the two moved all their belongings inside and tidied up, creating a brand new "home".
Lin Qingyu was panting heavily, not even wearing a cotton-padded coat, and sweat was pouring down her forehead.
She lay down directly on the kang (a heated brick bed), panting as she spoke.
"I'm exhausted! Moving is such a hassle. I wonder when I'll never have to move again!"
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