一年之計在于春。
不管東北是不是正冰封千裏，過了十五元宵節，老隊長已經開始與隊裏村幹部們彙合開會。
開什麽會呢？
事關全生産隊新一年的生計，還有新舊班子交替問題。
圍在大隊辦公室那裏十來個人，老隊長、五個小隊長、會計蕭石頭、記分員、婦女主任、民兵隊長、張大伯這老副隊長、還有新上任的張青山副隊長和公社剛派來的村書記唐中華。
The village secretary of the production brigade in Zhangjia Village has always been the old team leader who works part-time. In addition to clan xenophobia, there are some other factors.
After the meeting of the production teams before the New Year, the commune leader Zhang Zhifeng and others finally sent the young secretary Tang Zhonghua to take over the position for the sake of fairness.
Zhang Qingshan was the choice the old team leader had painstakingly promoted. Regardless of whether someone was a dragon or a worm, they had to stay within Zhangjia Village's boundaries. Perhaps they were just getting along, and no one wanted to cause any more trouble. For example, the secretary of the production team next door was always vying for power or giving orders without reason.
It is said that this young man has some friendship with Xiaowu, but the old captain is worried that old men like them are not suitable to communicate with him. As for Uncle Zhang... to be honest, in the old captain's eyes, he is too conservative and has a stubborn mind. He is good at maintaining the business, but he will be a Muggle when something really happens.
Zhang Qingshan was the eldest son of their second branch, and outsiders would always look down on Zhang Guoqing. In a few years, it would be time for him to retire, and he would be the most suitable candidate.
"First of all, let's welcome Secretary Tang to join our big family." As soon as the old captain finished speaking, he led the applause to welcome him.
Tang Zhonghua quickly waved his hands and said with a cheerful smile, "Old Captain, I am also a member of our team. We are all family, so don't be too polite."
This pleased the old captain, making him even more satisfied. He looked at the people present and said, "Secretary Tang is also an old acquaintance of ours. You all should help him out and prevent him from being bullied by outsiders."
This was considered a formal acknowledgement of the other party's status, and there was no need to hide anything from him, no matter what. Although the people present didn't know why the old captain trusted an outsider, they knew it was right to listen to the old captain for so many years, so they all smiled and chatted with Tang Zhonghua.
Compared to the first time he came here before the New Year, everyone's attitude and behavior were more casual, which made Tang Zhonghua overjoyed. You know, before he came here, he had heard that Zhangjia Village was very xenophobic.
The old captain waited for them to finish their conversation, cleared his throat, and when everyone quieted down, he smiled and said, "The Chairman has said that the world is yours, and it is ours as well, but ultimately, it is yours. You young people are full of vigor and vitality, in your prime, like the sun at eight or nine in the morning. Our hopes rest on you."
Tang Zhonghua was so shocked by these words that he immediately sat up straight. He really underestimated the old farmer in front of him. He didn't expect that he could recite the quotations so easily.
"Self-reliance and hard work."
The old captain glanced at Tang Zhonghua, who was stunned by the unanimous slogans of the crowd, and the wrinkles on his face were smoothed out, smiling like a chrysanthemum.
"A year's plan begins with spring. This year is almost over. As in previous years, you five team leaders should lead the people in preparation for spring plowing. If you need anything, please consult with Secretary Tang and Team Leader Qingshan. As usual, we will sign and ask Accountant Xiao to pay the bill."
Now we are talking about business, and everyone calmed down and listened to the old man's suggestions for arrangements.
"Secondly, Accountant Xiao and the scorekeeper should compile a list of the members who didn't work hard and were passive last year. I want the last three. Also, please write down the names of the women who abused the elderly.
Although there are no thieves, prostitutes, or petty thieves in our team, these people are still obstacles to social progress. These lists will be posted outside later. If anyone refuses to change, they will be added to the reform list next time the commune is required to do so.
After the old captain finished speaking, he looked at Tang Zhonghua and saw him nod. He immediately made the decision, "This matter is approved. You are all young people who have just taken office, so don't involve you in this matter first."
The young cadres present all knew that the old captain wasn't trying to be the sole authority, but rather to shoulder the responsibility. You know, those on the list aren't easy to deal with.
"Zhang Dafu and I have been doing this for so many years, and it's almost time for us to step down. It's up to you, the younger generation, to take over. As long as it's beneficial to the country and our production team, you can go ahead and do it with confidence. We two old guys will back you up."
After the old captain finished speaking, he looked at Uncle Zhang and said, "Say a few words."
Uncle Zhang waved his hand and said, "You should come. You can speak better than me."
The old captain nodded and said with a smile, "You still prefer to work hard and not talk. Okay, then I'll tell you about the next few things at hand."
This would be considered as an exaggeration of the uncle's achievements over the years.
The old captain, regardless of his inner excitement, tapped the table with his pipe and said, "In a few days, another group of educated youth will be sent to the countryside, and our team doesn't have any quota this time. Here's what I'm thinking: instead of waiting for these people to arrive one after another to be assigned to us in the future, why not take five of them this time? Later, we won't have any more in our team. Secretary Tang, do you think this is okay?"
Tang Zhonghua was silent for a moment, then shook his head. "No one knows what the policy will be like in the future, old captain. There's no rush. During the New Year's greetings, I went to talk to my old superiors and heard a rumor that not only educated youth but also those who have been reformed may be assigned to our team."
As soon as he finished speaking, the old captain immediately responded, "Okay. I'll do as you say."
Tang Zhonghua looked at him in disbelief, then looked at the others present, "Do you want us to discuss this further?"
The old captain laughed. "What's there to discuss? You're well-informed, so it's right to listen to you. Even if I'm wrong, there's no need to worry. Didn't I just tell you, you young people, go ahead and do it. We old guys are here to support you."
Tang Zhonghua nodded happily. This way, his work would be much easier.
He was about to say a few words to show his determination when suddenly a commotion came from the yard...
The next second, the old captain immediately stood up and rushed out. The people behind him reacted and immediately filed out. Tang Zhonghua blinked and followed behind him.
"Tongsuo, what are you doing?" Uncle Zhang was the first to see his three brothers and several grandchildren and scolded them. These kids really lost their composure in a meeting here.
"Grandpa, my second grandpa and the others are back. My grandma asked me to come over and see when you guys are done."
Uncle Zhang glanced at the old captain and feigned anger, "You bastards! Your second master comes back every now and then. Don't you see we're busy with our work?"
"Hehe..." Tongsuo scratched his hair and hat, "Master, it's time to eat."
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