"Goodbye, Officer Lin." Su Yu said with a sorrowful expression, "I never thought you would still harbor such thoughts. You harmed me back then, and now you're harming others too..."
Officer Lin was immediately shocked and looked at Su Yu in disbelief. "What are you talking about? When did I ever harm you?"
Su Yu looked to the side with a quiet gaze, "Actually, I was somewhat aware of the two times you stole my job before, and even everyone reminded me. But do you know why I still knowingly jumped into that fire pit?"
Lin, his face flushed, stammered, "Su, you, don't listen to nonsense, I didn't welcome..."
"Whether you're blind or not, I don't care. I just want to tell you how I feel. I'm not a fool. The reason I agreed to your request before was because I was confident. I believed that no matter what job it is, as long as we do it seriously and wholeheartedly, we have a reason to exist. You see, facts have proven that my thinking was right. So, Officer Lin, don't think about anything else. Grasp what you have and do your job well. Sooner or later, you will be able to realize your value through your own abilities."
She patted Officer Lin on the shoulder and said, "I sincerely hope you can have the same confidence as me."
Lin, the secretary, was too ashamed to speak, "Su..."
“Just call me Staff Member Su. Chairman Sun calls me Su too, and Committee Members Zhang and Hu both call me Su. If you call me that too, people will think you're arrogant.”
"Officer Su, I did have some thoughts before... I... I don't know what came over me." Officer Lin lowered his head.
Su Yu comforted her, "Then don't. Cheer up and strive to reach even greater heights in the future. By the way, pay attention to some of Chairman Sun's usual preferences. Look at why Cheng Li and the others can accompany Chairman Sun to give lectures; it's because they take the initiative. Learn from them, and you'll definitely be able to be valued again in the future."
Lin nodded, pursing her lips. Su is truly a kind person.
No wonder Chairman Sun trusts her so much. Secretary Su is truly a kind-hearted person. Only someone like her could earn the trust of a leader.
After finishing her instructions with Officer Lin, Su Yu walked towards her office with a sense of relief. She silently thought to herself, "The three-way power balance is now in place. From now on, I'll have to put in my best effort."
To prevent Cheng Li and Gao Ming, those two young people, from getting carried away.
...
Second, January 1, 1960, New Year's Day.
This day was quite significant for Su Yu. A year had finally passed since the end of the three years of hardship.
This means that the general public has taken another step closer to a better life.
This also means that she will soon become a middle-class person with a car and a house.
Early in the morning, Su Yu started getting ready at home.
Since she was asking for a favor, Su Yu knew her place. Although she couldn't agree with Secretary Song's aesthetic sense, Su Yu still decided to change her outfit.
Otherwise, it would be too disrespectful to Secretary Song.
For people who are easily angered, especially leaders who are easily angered, never go against them; it's a complete waste of time. As long as they can get things done, whatever they say goes. Just treat it like appeasing a sulking child.
So in the end, I chose a canvas hat in the same color as Lenin's suit, and paired it with a white scarf. It didn't look as bright as red, but it gave me a very dashing look.
Liu Mei looked at her and said, "Sister, you look really good in this outfit."
Su Lin said enviously, "Sister, if I wore this outfit, wouldn't I look just as good?"
Su Yu said, "This isn't called handsome, this is called temperament, do you understand? Only someone as selfless as me, who is always willing to forgive others, can have this kind of spirit and temperament. You should all learn from this and strive to become people with temperament in the future. With temperament, even if you wear beggar's clothes, you are still a beggar with temperament."
"..."
Su Lin asked, "Then, sister, how come you have such an elegant demeanor?"
Su Yu pointed to the books on her bedside table, "Read more progressive books and learn advanced ideas and culture. Be a progressive young person."
Su Lin nodded without a doubt. It seems my sister really has become more and more beautiful since she started reading books…
After estimating the time, Su Yu went out. She had no idea what time it was; not having a watch was really inconvenient.
Looks like after buying a car, I'll need to buy a watch too. The "three turns and one ring" reputation is truly well-deserved!
Despite the heavy snow, Su Yu still insisted on going out to pull strings, which made the whole family feel uneasy.
My sister is really busy these days. She doesn't even take a break during the holidays.
Once outside, Su Yu asked a colleague with a watch for the time. Hearing it was only a little past ten, Su Yu was relieved. She quickly took a car to the restaurant. Then, she swiftly approached a waiter and said, "Secretary Song invited me to dinner here today, but I don't want to spend too much of his money. When I come to order the food, just blink and you won't have it served. I'll nod, so please give Secretary Song some face."
Su Yu had eaten here several times, and had a good relationship with Secretary Zhu. In addition, the reason was so respectable, so she agreed without hesitation.
A man's pride is indeed very important.
After everything was settled, Su Yu sat down and waited. When she saw the clock on the restaurant wall read eleven o'clock, Secretary Song, who was usually the last to arrive, actually came early today.
Upon seeing that Su Yu had arrived, his brows twitched noticeably.
Su Yu greeted him warmly, "Secretary Song, why are you here so early today? Luckily I arrived earlier than you, otherwise I would have felt so embarrassed. You would have thought I wasn't sincere."
Secretary Song walked in with his hands behind his back.
"I happened to be free, so I came over to sit down. Let's order."
"Okay, Secretary Song, you can eat whatever you want."
Secretary Song said with her eyes closed, "Dumplings, braised fish, braised pork, braised trotters, and a bowl of mutton soup for the winter... That's all for now, we can add more if needed."
What a dark heart!
Su Yu: "..."
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