After reading the financial statements, Huo Qiqi lamented that the speed of making money was still too slow, and she needed to hurry up and meet up with Goodkang.
It is now May 10, 1976. Huo Qiqi will be going to Hong Kong in June. There are many things that need to be arranged by Huo Qiqi during this period, so she plans to communicate with Director Chen and quit her job.
"Aunt Chen, thank you so much for your concern and care during this time. There's one thing I have to tell you. I'm planning to resign and will be leaving the factory in the next few days. One of my parents' comrades in the army wrote to tell me that my parents took great care of her in the past. She's been promoted in the army, and to repay my parents' kindness, she found me a job. I want to visit the place where my parents lived."
In order to get Director Chen to agree to her resignation, Huo Qiqi told a white lie.
"Qiqi, this is too sudden. You've done such a great job in the factory, and the factory leaders value you very much. I really can't bear to leave you. You know my health, and although it has recovered a lot thanks to your ginseng, my age is almost up. I will retire in two years. The factory director has agreed to let you take over my position as director. Do you really have to leave?"
"Aunt Chen, I'm truly sorry. As you know, I've received too much attention in Jing City, and quite a few people have already troubled me. I'd like to leave Jing City for a few years and live somewhere else for a while. I'll come back when the time is right. I beg you to agree to my request."
"Hey, kid, I know a little bit about your situation. Okay, you have to live a good life in the army. If anything happens, you have to tell me in time. Aunt Chen has some connections. You have to take good care of yourself when you are alone in a foreign place."
"Qiqi, there's one more thing. After you left, a position opened up in the personnel department. Do you have anyone to recommend? Aunt Chen believes in your character and vision. Consider this a favor to Aunt Chen."
Huo Qiqi knew that Aunt Chen was trying to please her. No matter who Huo Qiqi recommended, the person would definitely be grateful to her. Huo Qiqi got a favor for free, and she could also sell the job and get some money. Before, Deputy Director Xu wanted to spend 1,000 to buy this job.
"Aunt Chen, my classmate Tang Lili is hardworking and good at studying. I think she is very good."
"I know the girl you're talking about. She's often with you. I remember you two were admitted to the food factory at the same time. You're in the materials department, right?"
"Aunt Chen, you have a great memory. I recommend her. Of course, the final decision will be made by Aunt Chen."
After get off work at noon, Huo Qiqi found Tang Lili, and the two had dinner together in a state-owned restaurant.
After dinner, the two found a quiet place to sit down and chat.
"Lily, did you enjoy your meal today? I have something I want to tell you, but you have to promise not to get excited and stay calm. I submitted my resignation to Director Chen today, and she approved it. Starting tomorrow, I will not be coming to the factory anymore."
"What, what did you say? Did I hear you wrong? You said you wanted to resign? You don't have a fever, do you?" Tang Lili was extremely excited and couldn't speak clearly.
"Yes, Lily, you heard me right. I recommended you to Director Chen to go to the Personnel Department. Don't let me down and embarrass an excellent worker like me. If you go to the Personnel Department, the job in the Materials Department will cost at least 800. I don't want more, just give me 400."
"I can give you all that money, but what should I do if you leave, Qiqi? I don't want to stay in the factory anymore. Can you take me with you?" Tang Lili said very seriously.
"Lily, do you know Xiangjiang?"
"Hong Kong, I know it's an incredibly wealthy and beautiful place. It's said that many people from the mainland secretly go to Hong Kong to find work and make a fortune. Are you going to Hong Kong?"
Huo Qiqi didn't say anything, but took out a newspaper. Seeing the high-spirited and radiant Huo Qiqi in the newspaper, Tang Lili was so excited that her jaw dropped.
"Huo Qiqi, I'm asking you seriously, and you have to answer me seriously. Is the Huo Qiqi in the newspaper referring to you?"
Huo Qiqi nodded.
"Lily, I'm a wealthy woman now. If you're willing to come with me, I'll definitely help you achieve great success."
"Sister, you are a billionaire, so you are considered to have a small fortune. Then my three-digit savings are nothing." Tang Lili said pretending to be angry. She was really proud of this little sister.
When she heard that she could go to Hong Kong, Tang Lili was very excited at first, but this was too big a thing, and Tang Lili was sure that her parents would not agree. After all, Hong Kong was too unfamiliar to ordinary people.
"Qiqi, if it's somewhere else in China, it won't be a big problem, but if we go to Hong Kong, my parents will definitely not agree. I see you've opened so many companies, and the people in charge of these companies must be talented. I just graduated from high school, and I really feel that my ability is not enough. If the college entrance examination is restored and I can go to university after I graduate, if you are still willing to use me, I will work for you."
"Lily, I'm telling you, don't give up studying in the next two years. Review your high school textbooks carefully. You must always be prepared. The college entrance examination will be resumed one day, and opportunities are reserved for those who are prepared."
Tang Lili listened very carefully and agreed with Huo Qiqi's words.
"Lily, I know you've loved acting since you were little and have a dream of becoming an actress. I plan to set up a film and television company. If you really want to help me, why don't you apply to a film academy and major in acting or directing? I can help you realize your dream."
"Really? That's great! I'll definitely prepare well. I'm going to get into the Film Academy and major in directing. I want to be a female director and follow you in the future to shoot great movies and TV series. Don't look down on me when that happens."
In the afternoon, all the formalities were completed. Tang Lili reported to the Personnel Department and started as a small clerk. The job in the Materials Department was sold to a child of a relative for 900 yuan, and Huo Qiqi took half of it.
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