Chapter 203 Actively test the word "Success"
It’s almost the New Year, and my work has become much easier.
Looking back, I worked in the fried noodle shop for more than two years and apprenticed with my master for more than four years, a total of seven years. I call this period of time the "Wuxiang Seven Years".
I came to Shangzhou and started a new life. I named the new year the first year of Shangzhou.
At the end of the first month of the first year of Shangzhou, Xiaolin quit his job and moved to the provincial capital, where the family reunited. All we had to do was wait for April, when my sister's shop moved in, and we would all become Shangzhou residents.
The so-called Wuxiang is a stopover for us, a group of migratory birds, who travel from the countryside to the city to find food.
This year's end is more festive than any other year.
Since our family was financially well-off, we naturally decorated the house with lanterns and decorations. Two red lanterns hung at the door. My brother-in-law and I specifically asked our landlord, Mr. Li, for the couplets.
When he heard that I liked his calligraphy, he was very happy. Without asking for a penny, he immediately picked up his brush and gave one each to me and my brother-in-law.
I know Mr. Li isn't short of money; what he needs is someone who appreciates his calligraphy. We had a pleasant conversation. He also gave me a generous gift: no rent during the renovation period.
Before my brother-in-law returned to Wuxiang, he said, "Shanhong, you are still the sweetest."
In two days, it will be the 28th day of the lunar calendar, and it is the custom in our hometown to post Spring Festival couplets.
After putting up Spring Festival couplets and preparing for the New Year, basically no one is walking around.
After I had put up the Spring Festival couplets and was admiring them carefully, I received a call from Baiying, saying that he had arrived in upstate and asked me to send him a map of my home.
Instantly, I knew what he meant.
After sending the location map, I said to my mother, "Director Ming will come to our house for lunch at noon."
My mother is also a very understanding person. She knows that people who come to our house at this time are here to bring New Year's goods. For example, a few days ago, Zhang Qingruo came and brought a lot of gifts.
After she left, my mother looked puzzled and asked, "Didn't you tell me that people in big companies don't engage in personal relationships?"
I whispered to her that there were special circumstances, like the woman's promotion, which was recommended by me. She understood.
When Director Ming came to deliver New Year's goods, she no longer had any doubts, but only sighed: "I understand this, it really talks about feelings. You left, but he still drove his car to pay New Year's greetings, he is so kind."
I just smiled. Xiaolin helped my mother in the kitchen.
At about 11:30, Bai Ming called and he came downstairs and asked me to open the door. After a while, he came in carrying a lot of bags.
His hands were not empty, and he kicked the door with his heel, and it closed.
What an expert at gift-giving.
"Mom, I'll give you some food. It's environmentally friendly, pure green food. We feed the pigs ourselves, and we raise the fish and chickens ourselves."
My mother's face was full of smiles. She said, "You're so polite! You are the most worthy friend of Shanhong. I've cooked dinner. Let's eat here at noon."
She understood and didn't hesitate to say anything. She smiled and said, "You can taste the food I cooked again and enjoy your taste buds." After that, she went into the bathroom to wash her hands.
I led him to the study, laid out candy, poured tea, and offered him cigarettes.
After sitting down, I looked at him and smiled.
He took a puff of his cigarette, looked at me gratefully, and said, "First of all, I want to thank you for this. You always remember me and care about me."
"Let's not talk about these polite words between the two of us. Let's talk about your visit to Director Shen's house."
"The situation was good. Of course, he couldn't help me with the written test, so I had to rely on myself. As for the interview, he gave me some tips."
"What technique?"
"First, the three values must be correct, that's for sure, and second, you must be proficient in industry knowledge.
Third, I have made some achievements. The leaders in the department basically know me, and those who don’t know me are also familiar with my name. So when he asked me to introduce myself, I could say a few more words and especially introduce the creation of the Zimushan experience.
The fourth point, which he said was particularly important, was a stress test question, which has become popular in recent years.
I said, "Test your mental endurance."
He said, "That's right. The examiner asks a question, and when you answer it, they don't listen to you at all, whispering to each other. This makes the examinee think that they are completely off topic, and they will definitely be eliminated at this stage. They panic and stutter when they speak."
I said, "Chu Shen is reminding you that even in such a situation, you should continue to speak without stopping, unaffected by the surrounding environment, and speak more forcefully and loudly."
Understanding clapped his hands and said, "Yes."
"Director, just say a word and I'll take the initiative to test you. Don't think about it, hurry up!"
"Successful 'cheng'."
I slapped my thigh and said, "No other word could be more appropriate."
On the paper, I wrote a huge word "Cheng".
I separated the character and wrote it as "厅,戈" and asked, "Is it composed of these two characters?"
He gestured for a while and said, "Yes."
I explained, "Spears are weapons, like swords and spears. With hundreds of you competing for three positions, isn't that a battle? The written test uses pens as spears, and the interview is a battle of words. Through this battle, the winner will be determined, and then we will enter the hall."
You tested the character 'cheng', which fits this perfectly. You passed the competition and finally entered the hall."
He bowed with both hands and said, "Thank you for your kind words, brother."
I stopped talking to him about this matter. If I talked too much, it would make him always worried and anxious. So I asked, "Is there anything new in Wuxiang?"
He took a sip of tea and said, "I won't talk about anything that's not relevant to you. I haven't been out much, so I only know a little about your acquaintances and friends."
"Hurry up and tell me."
"The village tyrant surnamed Xiang was sentenced to five years. His daughter is fine."
"I know that. His family's influence in Wu Township is quite strong and complicated."
President Song published a collection of poems.
"I know that too. He sent me a copy."
"Oh, right. Director Zhang got divorced, left the house, and married Yu Meiren. However, I heard that after the marriage, the two quarreled and their life was not happy."
"That goes without saying. The poppies are in bloom, and there are countless men out there."
"Speaking of him, I remembered that Director Shen called Director Zhang and told him to mind his own business. Director Zhang is not giving me any trouble now."
"If he really wants to cause trouble for you, go find his ex-wife and encourage her. I guarantee she'll overthrow him."
Mingbai smiled and said, "If he doesn't cause me any trouble, I won't bother him."
"Is Yitong okay?"
"Not much. Oh, and one more important thing. I remember you were in contact with Mr. Chen Erye."
"What's the matter, Master Chen?"
"Dead, don't you know?"
I almost fainted, and it took me a long time to catch my breath. I asked how long Mr. Chen had been dead.
Ming Bai said: "They are all buried. They were not brought back from Guangxi and were cremated on the spot."
I didn't say anything for a long time. Then, I called Teacher He and asked, "Teacher He, your uncle passed away. Why didn't you tell me?"
She was silent for a long time, then said, "Teacher Wan, the neighbors on that street haven't been notified."
"I'm not his neighbor, I've formally become his disciple."
"Ah, what kind of master should I become, I don't know, Teacher Wan."
"Okay, forget it if I don't know."
"We never heard him say that."
"Okay, it's okay, I wronged you."
After hanging up the phone, I said to Baibai, "Please sit down for a while."
I made an altar with red paper and cardboard, placed a square table in the living room, told my mother the news of Mr. Chen's passing, and said I wanted to pay my respects.
My mother was also surprised when she heard this and said, "We should offer sacrifices. We have chicken, fish and meat."
I placed the offerings, lit the incense and candles, and Mingbai came out of the study to watch me perform the sacrifice.
I knelt down and said, "Master Chen Lie, your disciple Wan Shanhong didn't know that you had passed away. I heard the news too late and was unable to go to Guangxi to see you off in person. I have prepared some wine and three animals to offer a remote sacrifice to your loyal soul. Life has its limit, but the bliss of immortality is eternal." After saying this, I kowtowed three times.
After washing his hands, he returned to the study and said clearly: "Teacher Wan, you are a loyal and righteous person."
I said, "My parents gave me life, and my teachers and mentors taught me. The word 'teacher' is especially important, as it is enshrined in the tablet of 'Heaven, Earth, Country, Parents, and Teachers', so I must respect it."
The two talked for a while, and then my dad came back from a walk outside. Mingbai went to the living room and chatted with my dad again.
My mother said to my father, "Director Ming is a very capable person. He sent us a lot of things. Chickens, fish, everything was cleaned before being sent to us."
This place is different from a noodle shop where you can easily butcher a chicken or fillet a fish. This place is environmentally friendly and you have to take all the live animals to the market."
I laughed and said, "Director Ming is in the environmental protection business."
After lunch, I walked Director Ming downstairs and said, "I wish you a huge success in March."
He clasped his fists and said, "See you after the New Year."
The next day, which was New Year’s Eve, I visited Master to wish him a happy new year and learned that his condition was getting better and his wife was still in Shenzhen.
I called the teacher's wife again and chatted with her for a while. I learned that she later gave the Land Rover to her brother.
I didn't say anything. After all, distance doesn't separate family. They are siblings, and blood is thicker than water.
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