Whether it was the military region's handling of the accident that satisfied the families, or everyone suddenly realized the importance of making money, after the New Year, when the logistics department dealt with the safety hazards in the coal mine and resumed work, the number of people signing up more than doubled.
This enthusiastic scene would have been understandable when the coal mine was just starting out, but now...
The military region has its own personnel to investigate and handle the accident and the responsibility involved, which is not a concern for their families. However, under such circumstances, the fact that so many people still dare to believe and have the courage is truly moving, especially for the military. Commander Lin was deeply moved and his eyes welled up with tears several times during the mobilization meeting.
“You were once military dependents, so now you are brothers and sisters. You trust us, and we will never abandon you, especially regarding the concerns of the elderly and children. We are studying whether there is a more suitable solution. But rest assured, as long as you are willing to stay here, we will definitely take full responsibility.”
Whether it's work, children's schooling, or elderly people's illness, you can come to the organization for help with any difficulties.
It's true that this place is remote, and everyone has been here for quite some time now, so you all basically know the environment. Therefore, we don't force anyone to stay. If you think this place is nice and want to continue staying, you are welcome to do so.
If anyone wants to return to their hometown or stay with relatives, we won't stop them. Anyone with this idea can come to the organization anytime. The political commissar and I might be busy, and we don't have many opportunities to come to the family compound. You can contact the family committee, Director Wei, my family member, or Deputy Director Jian. Oh, yes, you know, Deputy Director Jian is the political commissar's family member. He's, well, a very upright and incorruptible person.”
A considerable amount of laughter erupted from below. Clearly, most people knew that while a simple temper was hard to deal with, she was honest, upright, and straightforward. She wasn't exaggerating and didn't mince words. Even if she did have some ulterior motives, she could straighten them out.
Simply rolled her eyes in exasperation, a faint smile playing on Qin Qinghuai's lips, but she didn't deny it.
"What the team leader said is exactly what I wanted to say. The family committee was set up for the family compound, and its biggest responsibility is to serve the family compound and all the family members, so that everyone can provide a solid and warm support for the brothers in front. If you really have any difficulties, don't feel embarrassed."
One person's plan is short-sighted, two people's plans are long-sighted; pooling our wisdom and efforts, if you think a problem is difficult to solve, bring it up for everyone to discuss. There's always a way out; with so many of us, we're bound to find a solution.
After a rousing pep talk, everyone was fired up. Just hearing it made them want to roll up their sleeves and get to work. These simple-minded family members, who hadn't experienced the harsh realities of society, were even more excited. Some of them had hesitated before, but now they were all eager to sign up.
More than three months have passed, and the shadow of the accident before the Lunar New Year has dissipated somewhat. Everyone has seen the logistics team working hard to repair safety measures on the mountain these days, and many people have participated. Gradually, the worries of the families have been eliminated, so they are now much more at ease.
Jian Dan and Jiang Ping stood to the side watching, their eyes sweeping over the families of the victims. Seeing their forced smiles, the two exchanged a glance and both stopped smiling. Some families were happy, while others were sad.
These families actually do receive special treatment, but they are all honest and law-abiding people. These material possessions are a form of security for them. However, if they were given a choice, each family would definitely want the living person in their family.
After several months of spring, the weather gradually warmed up, and the tilling machines soon roared in the fields. The family compound began another year of busy work. Two years was enough time for experiments: soybeans, potatoes, sweet potatoes, greenhouses, and even the tofu workshop and strawberries set up last year. Strictly speaking, they were all small-scale operations.
Apart from strawberries, the consensus was that no one wanted to use them themselves; most of the other items were for self-sufficiency, and only a very small number could be exchanged for other goods.
The period has been relatively peaceful. Judging from Qin Qinghuai's words, he seems to be continuing to reclaim wasteland while also wanting to expand in this area. After all, self-sufficiency is too conservative. What this place needs is not just enough to eat and wear, but also development and strength. Even if there are plenty of those things, it is impossible to close the country off and remain stagnant.
Furthermore, this is the border area. Growing some grain and raising some meat are all livelihood issues. For the sake of making a living, no one can complain.
However, if the military region is to be developed, it cannot rely on agriculture and animal husbandry indefinitely. Not only is the space limited, but the environment is also such that if someone fires a cannon on the other side of the border, we can hear it here. Furthermore, there are people on the other side of the border who cause trouble and damage from time to time. It is unrealistic to talk about developing any kind of industry.
So after the start of spring, they were already discussing where to start. This wasn't exactly a secret. Besides, it's impossible for Jian Dan to completely avoid getting involved in anything, whether it's building a factory, recruiting workers, managing it later, or communicating with external parties. So, they didn't hide anything from her at all.
These days, Jian Dan has been busy with everything from basket weaving to the parents' committee activities. She has also taken the opportunity to explore the neighborhood and has some ideas. It is true that this area is close to the border, but it is also true that the land is vast and sparsely populated. The results of Professor Wei's tests also show that the land is fertile.
Not only the area at the foot of the mountain, but also the nearby mountains are treasure troves.
This conclusion was reached simply after taking Professor Wei and Professor Zhu on a two-day trip around the mountain.
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