Chapter 298 Director Mao Delivers Good News
It was only at this time that Director Mao realized that the young man who had been staying in the room was actually Dazhu from the machinery factory.
"Why are you here, kid?" asked Director Mao.
He was able to remember this young man because of his extraordinary talent. Later, he often paid attention to him. This young man, who was originally accepted for Jiang Haitang, brought him many surprises. Otherwise, how could the factory director remember an ordinary technician assistant?
"This aunt is Dazhu's mother. She has good news. Dazhu is here to tell you the good news!" Jiang Haitang introduced hurriedly.
"So you are Dazhu's mother. Thank you for raising such an outstanding son!"
Upon hearing that it was Dazhu's mother, Director Mao greeted her very politely and even took the initiative to extend his hand to shake hands with Aunt Cai.
Aunt Cai was a peasant woman and had never been treated like this in her life. She was a little flattered and quickly wiped her hands with her clothes before shaking hands with Director Mao.
Director Mao spoke to them for a few words and then returned to the factory with Dazhu.
Watching her son drive away in the car, Aunt Cai couldn't help wiping the tears from the corners of her eyes.
"Auntie, are you happy? Dazhu has a son like this. Your life is worth it."
Aunt Cai nodded: "It's worth it, it's worth it. I didn't expect that this kid could be so promising."
The factory specially approved leave for Lu Liangchen. Before leaving, Zhao Zhijian, who got the news, brought a bunch of local specialties from the villagers of Qingshuigou and insisted that Jiang Haitang take them to Beijing.
Zhao Zhijian smiled until his face was wrinkled. "Haitang, you are the pride of our entire Qingshuigou!"
Although Jiang Haitang is not from Qingshuigou, she has lived there for more than ten years.
They booked a train to the capital three days later. During these three days, Aunt Cai was extremely busy, preparing things for Jiang Haitang to take to the capital every day.
With the help of Aunt Cai, Lu Liangchen brought two big bags.
The bag was not only filled with food and daily necessities for the journey, but also contained a cushion, mainly because he was worried that Jiang Haitang would feel uncomfortable on the journey.
Before getting on the car, Aunt Cai gave many instructions, fearing that Jiang Haitang might get into trouble.
In the end, it was only after Lu Liangchen repeatedly assured Aunt Cai that he would take good care of Jiang Haitang that she felt at ease.
The train sped along the tracks, and the smell in the green carriage was not very pleasant.
Jiang Haitang had never had a similar feeling when riding the train before. This time, probably because of her pregnancy, her sense of smell became much sharper.
Lu Liangchen carefully helped Jiang Haitang sit down on the bunk.
This time, they took sleeper tickets, with one in the middle berth and the other in the lower berth, which was pretty good.
"Are you tired? Is your waist sore?" Lu Liangchen was really worried about Jiang Haitang's health. His eyes never left his wife's face, which looked a little tired but full of joy.
Jiang Haitang shook her head, gently placed her hand on her bulging belly, and smiled, "Fortunately, the baby is very well behaved today."
She looked out the window at the rapidly receding fields, her eyes sparkling.
I will be able to see Xiao Taozi when I arrive in Beijing. Although I have been writing letters and calling her, Jiang Haitang still can't help missing the little guy.
Although the child was not her own, Jiang Haitang's feelings for Xiao Taozi did not fade at all just because she had her own child.
Lu Liangchen poured warm water from the military canteen he brought with him, tested the temperature before handing it to her: "Come, Haitang, drink some water. Aunt Cai specially made some red dates and wolfberries, saying they are good for pregnant women."
As the two were talking quietly, a middle-aged man wearing glasses sitting across from them suddenly leaned forward and asked, "Excuse me, are you Comrade Jiang Haitang from the Jingcheng Textile Factory?"
Jiang Haitang was a little surprised: "Yes, you are?"
The man immediately extended his hand enthusiastically: "What a coincidence! I'm Wang Zhenhua, the technical director of the Shaanxi No. 1 Textile Factory. I've heard of you, but I didn't expect to see you here!"
He pushed up his glasses and said excitedly, "Your design is so important to the development of textile machinery. Our factory's efficiency has increased by 30%!"
Jiang Haitang didn't expect that even Shaanxi Province had already made technical improvements, but when he thought about it again, it seemed that there was nothing wrong with the whole country being like one chessboard.
"I just like tinkering with these things, but I didn't expect it to be successful."
"Are you going to receive the award this time? Is this your husband? Comrade Lu Liangchen, the director of the Jingcheng Textile Factory?"
It turned out to be a system, and the other party knew the couple very well.
Lu Liangchen smiled and nodded to Wang Zhenhua, carefully placing a soft pillow behind Jiang Haitang.
The three of them quickly delved into technical discussions, ranging from shuttle changing devices to the automation trend of textile machinery.
Many of Jiang Haitang's ideas come from Night Dream Space, and combined with some of her own extended research, they are naturally more forward-looking than Wang Zhenhua's ideas.
Wang Zhenhua took out his notebook and took careful notes, expressing admiration from time to time.
"Mr. Jiang, your idea is so advanced! If it can be realized, our country's textile technology will catch up with the international advanced level!"
"Our country's textile technology will surely catch up with the international advanced level in the near future." Lu Liangchen said confidently, and did not forget to add water to Jiang Haitang's cup.
Wang Zhenhua patted his head as he remembered something, then pulled out two slightly green apples from his bag and said, "I brought apples. They're not very ripe, but they're edible."
The apples are not ripe yet in this season, but they look very tempting.
Lu Liangchen took the apple without hesitation, washed it, and handed it to Jiang Haitang.
Jiang Haitang said, "Thank you, Mr. Wang. You can also try the tomatoes we brought from our own garden."
Wang Zhenhua was actually very shocked by Lu Liangchen's meticulous care for Jiang Haitang.
Lu Liangchen is the youngest factory director in the textile system. Unexpectedly, such a capable person can be so considerate to his wife.
Sure enough, successful and powerful people are better than others in every aspect.
Jiang Haitang took a bite of the apple and put it next to Lu Liangchen's mouth. Lu Liangchen smiled and took a bite.
The two of them ate the apple one bite at a time, neither of them realizing that they were not at home but on the train.
It would be a lie for Wang Zhenhua on the opposite side to say that he was not surprised, but looking at the interaction between the two people, he felt that this was how it should be.
The discussion continued and it was time for dinner.
Although the two of them brought food from home, Lu Liangchen still bought some hot meals on the train.
Wang Zhenhua said with emotion, "I didn't expect to meet you on the train. It really benefited me a lot! I'm attending the Ministry of Textiles' technical seminar this time, and I wish you could join me."
The time on the train was not enough for discussion, and he really wanted to learn more new knowledge from Jiang Haitang.
Lu Liangchen smiled gently and said, "Haitang is not feeling well right now, so the department specifically said she doesn't need to participate in the discussion session, and only needs to attend the award ceremony."
Wang Zhenhua apologized, "Look at my brain, I'm always thinking about work! Engineer Jiang, you need to get more rest."
Jiang Haitang smiled and waved her hand: "It's okay. Communicating with technical colleagues is also a way to rest."
As the sky gradually darkened, Lu Liangchen quietly got up again, went to the connection between the carriages to get some hot water, soaked a towel in it, wrung it out, and handed it to Jiang Haitang to wipe her face.
The series of movements were natural and smooth, and had obviously become a habit.
Wang Zhenhua saw this and finally couldn't help but say what he had been wanting to say: "Director Lu is so considerate to Engineer Jiang!"
Lu Liangchen smiled and said, "She has two children now. As her husband, I can't help her with anything else. I can only take good care of her."
The sky darkened completely and the carriage gradually became quiet, with only the rhythmic sound of the wheels hitting the rails.
Jiang Haitang fell asleep in a daze on the bunk. Seeing Jiang Haitang asleep, Lu Liangchen also slowly fell asleep.
The train rattled along for more than twenty hours before finally arriving in the capital.
Xiao Taozi had already been waiting at the platform with He Wanyi.
When the little guy knew that his parents were coming to Beijing, he was so happy that he almost flew up.
It turned out that her parents did not lie to her and really came to see her.
"Grandma, are Dad and Mom really on the train?" Little Taozi was still a little nervous when she spoke.
Even though I had already arrived at the train station, I still found it a little hard to believe.
"Of course it's true. When has grandma ever lied to our little Taozi?" He Wanyi said softly while holding little Taozi's little hand.
"Mom! Dad!" Little Taozi threw herself into Jiang Haitang's arms like a happy little butterfly.
However, when the little guy was about to hug his mother, he was snatched away by a pair of big hands.
"Dad!" The little guy looked at his father and shouted blankly.
"Aren't you only thinking about mommy and not daddy?" Lu Liangchen held his daughter in his arms and didn't say that he was holding her because he was worried that she would bump into her mother's belly. Instead, he acted as if he was jealous.
Sure enough, the little guy had a smile on his face, and even hugged Lu Liangchen's neck and giggled.
"Dad is so childish!"
Lu Liangchen, who was despised as childish by his beloved daughter...
He pinched his daughter's little face, kissed her forehead, and placed the no longer excited girl in front of Jiang Haitang.
The little guy carefully touched his mother's belly and asked, "Is my little brother good? Do you miss Xiao Taozi?"
Jiang Haitang hugged her daughter, her eyes burning with worry, but she still smiled and said, "What if it's a little sister?"
It seems like Xiao Taozi has always said that he is her little brother, and I don’t know why she is so determined.
"Little brother, it must be little brother!" Little Taozi was still very stubborn.
"Little brother, little brother, Xiao Taozi said it's a little brother, so he is a little brother!" He Wanyi coaxed her granddaughter with a smile.
"Mom, you've worked hard taking care of Xiao Taozi."
"Xiao Taozi is so well-behaved, I don't have to worry about her at all." He Wanyi looked at her daughter-in-law, who looked quite energetic overall.
"Mom, we're going to stink after such a long journey. Let's go home and wash up first." Lu Liangchen was worried that Jiang Haitang was tired from the long journey, so he urged her.
"The old man has arranged a car to pick you up. It's waiting outside. Let's go."
Mr. Lu has been a strong-willed person all his life and has never taken advantage of others. This is a rare case where he abuses his power for personal gain and uses his car to pick up and drop off his family members.
Lu Liangchen smiled and said, "Haitang, we are really benefiting from your help."
Jiang Haitang smiled and gave him a scolding look, then took Xiao Taozi's hand and walked out of the station.
Lu Liangchen hurriedly followed with his luggage.
When Wang Zhenhua came out of the station, he happened to see the family walking away from him, and suddenly felt a little envious.
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