Chapter 72: No Regrets In Hindsight
The driver was Secretary Xiao Su, with Qin Hengzhi sitting in the passenger seat. He was seriously pondering Director He’s words.
Moreover, he had a premonition that the authorities might not transfer him away.
They would very likely persuade him to stay.
Of course, there were too many people wanting to serve as the military representative. As long as he shook his head, there would be dozens of candidate archives placed on the chief commander’s desk.
For some reason, the vibrant and lively Lu Qiaoge suddenly appeared before his eyes.
Qin Hengzhi said slowly, “I’ll think about it.”
Director He was overjoyed and couldn’t hide it. If Hengzhi was willing to consider it, it was basically settled.
Compared to these matters with the authorities, the Zhao Qing family’s issue seemed minor.
But unexpectedly, his family became the typical example.
Because there was an old woman and a pregnant woman, the two of them went back first.
But they were warned by Shao Le, who came to the door, not to go out, as there would be an all-factory staff meeting in a week.
As for Zhao Qing, naturally, because he helped Old Mrs. Zhao lie and provide false testimony, he was suspended at home for reflection.
Before going to sleep, Lu Qiaoge listened to Rat Big and Rat Two describe the chaotic daily life at the Zhao Qing household and couldn’t help but click her tongue.
Speaking of which, the Zhao Qing family dispute was the first one she had resolved.
At that time, she had no preconceived position and just wanted to complete the task well.
She also happened to know that the research institute needed a service attendant to take care of Director He.
With Sun Qin having a job, Zhao Qing and Duan Xiaoxiang, who were already mutually affectionate, had no third party interference, no Zhao Xiubo dragging them down, and Old Mrs. Zhao liked Duan Xiaoxiang. The one Zhao Qing needed to support was still his own nephew. Although Old Mrs. Zhao had no retirement salary, Zhao Qing’s salary was not low. Duan Xiaoxiang worked at the department store, in logistics, but it was still a well-off work unit.
Under so many favorable conditions, they could completely live their little days happily and prosperously.
But no, they stubbornly lived their lives in the current sorry state.
Old Mrs. Zhao regretted it deeply and cursed Duan Xiaoxiang every day, not caring about the treasure in her belly. Zhao Qing spent his days either drinking excessively or losing his temper.
Especially since the project he was responsible for was about to produce results, but no matter how good the results, they had nothing to do with him anymore.
This time, the factory department wanted to make an example out of them.
Previously, as long as private morality was poor but work performance was good, it was acceptable.
This couldn’t be made a mountain out of a molehill; after all, many from their father’s generation had blended families.
If they couldn’t get along, they couldn’t be forced; freedom of love, and marriage was also free.
But selling one’s own daughter was even worse than a beast.
Fortunately, it wasn’t fully taken over by the local public security officers, or the disgrace would have spread to Jiangcheng.
After the punishment, naturally came the commendation.
For Lu Qiaoge, who had the greatest merit, and Shao Le, who had been busy running around, the factory department decided to hold a separate internal meeting to praise and reward the two of them.
After all, both were young and had just started working, so they were bound to face jealousy and tripping up; better to keep it low-key.
This was Qin Hengzhi’s opinion, and also what Old Hu and Old Huang meant.
Lu Qiaoge didn’t mind, but she appreciated the kindness.
Besides, as long as there were tangible benefits, it was fine.
The praise went without saying: a bonus of two hundred yuan, and a certificate.
It read: Active Member Lu Qiaoge.
Hmm, not bad; Lu Qiaoge quite liked this title.
By the end of the meeting, most of the factory department had left.
Old Shen and Old Liang exchanged a glance, smiles on their faces, but no one knew what they were really thinking.
What else could they be thinking? Old Liang was wondering, was Lu Qiaoge like this before?
But actually, Lu Qiaoge rarely went to his house.
His son rarely dated her or took her out to play.
Old Shen frowned, thinking that Lu Qiaoge was clearly more excellent than his daughter.
So would Liang Aishu still like his family’s Xiao Yun?
He sighed, not wanting to see Old Liang, and left first on the pretext of having something to do.
Secretary He encouraged the two young people: “Guard against arrogance and impetuosity, work hard!”
Lu Qiaoge stated: “Leaders, rest assured. As the Xiangyang Neighborhood Committee mediator, I will do my utmost to handle the daily work of the Xiangyang Neighborhood Committee well. Maintain a safe and harmonious environment for the military factory, and make due contributions to our great motherland.”
Shao Le admired Lu Qiaoge too much; how did she come up with such fine words?
He couldn’t fall behind, so he followed her example and immediately professed loyalty to his uncle and the secretary.
Director Hao chuckled and said “good” repeatedly.
Then Director Hao subtly exchanged a glance with Old Hu.
Now that Qin Hengzhi said he would consider it, there was room for maneuver.
He first said to Qin Hengzhi with a hearty laugh: “Representative Qin, you’ve been at our 516 for several months now. How about it, do you have an eye on any young woman? If so, don’t be shy; I can help play matchmaker.”
Qin Hengzhi’s brow twitched. He tidied the documents on the table, not picking up on Director Hao’s words.
Over there, Secretary He said to Old Hu: “Comrade Lu doesn’t have a partner either, right? Old Hu, you need to care about the young comrade’s personal matters.”
Old Hu got the hint and nodded quickly: “Yes, I will definitely keep it in mind.”
Lu Qiaoge: “…”
Why bring this up out of nowhere?
How should she respond?
So Lu Qiaoge shyly lowered her head.
This was the best attitude.
Qin Hengzhi’s gaze had been subtly on Lu Qiaoge. Seeing her like this, his eyes curved, and the corners of his mouth lifted in a smile he himself didn’t notice.
Director Hao, Secretary He, and Old Hu quickly exchanged glances. Heh, there’s a chance!
Shao Le had a partner, though they were in a cold war now, but her parents were criticizing Chen Zhi.
He wasn’t worried, just waiting for her to cool off, though actually he didn’t know what the anger was about.
Hearing this now, for some reason, he glanced at Qin Hengzhi, then at Lu Qiaoge.
He felt the atmosphere in the meeting room was a bit strange.
After the commendation meeting ended, it was the factory’s all-factory staff meeting.
Another neighborhood committee sent people to learn; they were responsible for districts eight to fifteen.
Xiangyang Neighborhood Committee was responsible for districts zero to seven.
Old Hu didn’t let Lu Qiaoge take the stage, but had her and Shao Le handle the Serving the People Fair after the factory staff meeting.
Lu Qiaoge’s suggestion was adopted, but with one regulation: only supplies exchange.
That wasn’t difficult.
In this era, people basically didn’t go out; even without money, they could live.
The military factory’s welfare and benefits were good; the work unit reimbursed water and electricity fees every month.
So supplies trading alone was fine.
Before preparing to hold a meeting for the service station members, Lu Qiaoge decided to go to the department store to pick up the bicycle.
She had the ticket and the money.
The internal price for the Feige was ninety yuan.
So Lu Qiaoge left only one hundred yuan and gave the rest to Meng Xia.
After all, the Lu family still owed several hundred yuan in foreign debt.
Early in the morning, the Lu family was very busy. Lu Zhiguo left very early because Captain Jin told him there were two permanent positions available recently and hoped he could perform well.
So these days, Lu Zhiguo was even earlier to go to work and later to return than usual.
Meng Xia was fine; she had formally reported to the children’s school.
That meant in June, the Lu family would have two more salaries…
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