Lu Qingyang was discussing the selection of waterproof materials for the factory roof with the workers, while Chen Mo stood a little further away, looking curiously at the people busy on the construction site.
Suddenly, her attention was attracted by several people who had just walked out of the temporary shed.
The men had dark skin, were wearing sweatshirts, and were covered in mud. They were gesturing and discussing something loudly.
Shen Mo took a closer look and was stunned.
The tall but capable man walking in front, is he Zhou Jianshe from the former Liuxi Brigade?
Is that tall, grinning guy next to him Sun Xiangqian? Why are they here?
Before she could be surprised, she saw a white-haired old man walking towards them.
When she saw the man's face clearly, Shen Mo was completely shocked and subconsciously took off her clothes and said, "Master? Why are you here too?"
The man looked up when he heard the voice, and it was Lao Bao.
When he saw Chen Mo, he was also stunned: "Xiao Mo? Oh, Qingyang, you brought her here, why didn't you tell me in advance!"
Shen Mo was still in shock. She looked at Lao Bao and then at Lu Qingyang:
"This...what's going on? Master, are you in the Northeast? Why are you here at the construction site in Suicheng?"
Lao Bao chuckled, a bit proudly: "This story has to start from the last time Qingyang returned to the Northeast."
Lu Qingyang took over the conversation: "Is this a pharmaceutical factory? Lao Bao happens to be an expert in preparing Chinese medicine, so let him come over."
Old Bao nodded vigorously and said, "Yes, Qingyang told me about the plan here. When I heard it, I thought it was a great thing. I feel refreshed to be able to work with Qingyang on some practical business and see the world. Even my old bones feel refreshed. The construction and forward-looking young people are a perfect match."
Zhou Jianshe smiled innocently and interrupted, "Sister Chen Mo, Brother Lu gave us a good salary, including food and accommodation. He also said that if we work well, we will become veterans and backbones of the factory. It's much better than digging for food in the fields."
Sun Xiangqian also nodded vigorously: "Although it's a bit tiring here, it's fun to work. Seeing the house being built day by day is really satisfying!"
Shen Mo nodded. She also discovered this after going to the capital.
Many ideas in the countryside are relatively backward.
Old Bao looked at her with a smile on his face. "You are such a smart girl. You have been admitted to a medical university. You can make up for my previous regrets."
Because of her kidnapping, Bao Xiangxiang never received much education. Although she learned a few words later, she was already an adult after all.
"Yes! Master, don't worry, I will definitely study hard." Shen Mo nodded solemnly, her tone firm, "You are here, and take care of your health. Don't get too tired."
Shen Mo asked again: "Master, where is Sister Xiangxiang?"
"Xiangxiang, she's doing very well now. I think coming here is the best decision I've made. I'll take you to see her later!"
"Okay." Shen Mo became excited when she heard it.
Lu Qingyang drove them to the textile factory again.
"Xiangxiang is here. It's the third shift now, and she's working the day shift today."
Lao Bao's face was filled with pride as he greeted the people in the security room, and it was obvious that they were already very familiar with each other.
After a while, the bell for the end of work rang, and workers came out of the workshop one after another. Most of them were young female workers, wearing uniform work clothes, chatting and laughing, full of energy.
Shen Mo saw Bao Xiangxiang in the crowd at a glance.
She was no longer the girl in my memory who always kept her head down and her eyes timid and evasive when she was in Liuxi Brigade.
She had neatly cut short hair and wore a fitted light blue work suit. Although there was a hint of fatigue on her face, her back was straight and there was a bright light in her eyes. She was talking and laughing with the co-worker next to her.
"Sister Xiangxiang!" Shen Mo shouted excitedly.
Bao Xiangxiang turned around when she heard the voice and saw Chen Mo and Lao Bao. A smile of surprise instantly blossomed on her face and she ran over quickly:
"Xiao Mo! Dad! Why are you here?"
The two young girls excitedly grabbed each other's hands and looked each other up and down.
"Sister Xiangxiang, you've changed. I almost didn't recognize you!" Shen Mo said in surprise. The Bao Xiangxiang in front of her was confident and cheerful, exuding a brand new aura.
"Yeah, after coming here, I feel like I've become a different person."
Bao Xiangxiang smiled knowingly, "Xiaomo, you're amazing! You even got into a university in Beijing! You really make us proud. And you're getting prettier and prettier. You're like... like what they call a fashionable girl these days."
Old Bao looked at his daughter's current appearance, his eyes were a little hot, and he whispered to Lu Qingyang:
"Qingyang, this matter... Uncle really doesn't know how to thank you. Look at Xiangxiang now, she's doing so well..."
He knew that Lu Qingyang not only gave Xiangxiang a job, but also provided her with an environment where she could completely get rid of the shadow of the past and live her life with her head held high.
Lu Qingyang smiled gently: "Uncle Bao, it's Xiangxiang who has done well."
Chen Mo was reluctant to let go of Bao Xiangxiang, saying, "Sister Xiangxiang, please tell me quickly, how is it here? Are you tired from work?"
"Come on, I'll take you to the cafeteria so we can eat and talk! The food in our cafeteria is really good!"
Bao Xiangxiang enthusiastically pulled Shen Mo towards the factory cafeteria, saying in a cheerful tone:
"It took some getting used to at first. The machines were loud and there were a lot of rules, but the sisters here are very nice, and the masters are willing to teach me. Now I can operate two looms independently. Last month, I was evaluated and won a prize for 'Productivity'!"
The cafeteria is spacious and bright, and the prices are affordable.
Bao Xiangxiang skillfully prepared several dishes, including meat, vegetables, and a delicious southern-style soup.
"Look, is it my fault? The food here is much better than back home."
Bao Xiangxiang pushed a bowl of soup in front of Chen Mo. "With my monthly salary plus bonus, I can save quite a bit! Dad's salary is also high. We're also discussing that once we save enough, we can buy a house here."
Seeing Bao Xiangxiang excitedly planning her future, Shen Mo was sincerely happy for her.
The girl who was once torn apart by fate, here, relying on her own hands and sweat, truly stood up and gained a new life.
Lu Qingyang smiled as he watched the two of them talking: "Let's just stay in the cafeteria. Tonight, I'll take you to the best restaurant here for dinner."
Shen Mo drank a bowl of soup from the cafeteria. "It's much better than the one in our school. I know what the restaurant tastes like."
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