Chapter 165: Lu Qiao Ge Has Only Been Here A Few Days, And He’s Already Making Waves
Lu Qiaoge took out her diary, which was also her work record.
She showed Director Hu the data she had recorded.
Director Hu widened his eyes: “Is the cultural level of the youth workers in our Xiangyang Neighborhood Committee really this low?”
And so many who didn’t even graduate from primary school?
Nearly three thousand people?
This is too terrifying, isn’t it?
If this were a few years ago, perhaps… Director Hu wouldn’t think so much.
But now primary and secondary schools have long been restored. Although there is no nationwide unified exam like before, high school graduates can now directly enter the factory as workers or go to work, except for those going to the countryside.
But now there are fewer going to the countryside, and the educated youth returning to the city are gradually increasing. There are also quite a few educated youth in the military factory. Lu Qiaoge said this doesn’t even include those who went to the countryside.
Old Hu remembered that his son Hu Ze had also gone to the countryside right after junior high graduation in response to the call.
Junior high graduation, which can’t even compare to high school students.
Lu Qiaoge said sincerely and openly: “Director Hu, I left school after first year of junior high. I admit, I have selfishness. At my age, it’s impossible for me to go back to junior high, but I also want to make progress. But this education level will become a stumbling block to my progress. I must remove it.
Of course, if it were just for myself, I actually have many ways to complete my studies. But after I finished the statistics, these thousands of primary school graduates or even those who didn’t graduate from primary school made me feel that I can’t just consider myself. So, restarting night school is urgent!”
Lu Qiaoge then went on about the role night school would play, such as setting up three training classes for primary, junior high, and high school levels, which needed to be recognized by the Education Bureau and issue graduation certificates.
Old Hu had a complicated expression. Lu Qiaoge’s idea was fine. Even without the college entrance examination, high school graduates are in demand nowadays.
But this matter is very difficult.
“Qiao Ge, your idea is good, but this needs permission and recognition from the provincial education department to reopen classes. Then there’s the issue of teachers. Who will pay their salaries? For three classes, how many teachers would be enough?”
Lu Qiaoge didn’t elaborate, saying meaningfully: “The teacher issue is easy to solve!”
Old Hu was stunned for a moment, then understood. Although melancholic, he also knew teachers were really not lacking.
At worst, retired teachers could be used.
“As for the provincial education department, as long as you can get approval from the factory department, Director Hu, I can try going to the provincial department to run around.”
Old Hu looked at Lu Qiaoge and wanted to say: Many people say you built the food factory for your sister-in-law and younger sister, that you have selfishness. If you reopen night school now, some will still say you’re seeking welfare for yourself…
But seeing Lu Qiaoge’s sparkling eyes and open demeanor, Old Hu couldn’t say a word.
At the same time, he felt very ashamed inside. If even he said that, wouldn’t it shake Qiao Ge’s character?
If you’re afraid of this and that when doing work, then you won’t do anything.
No matter when, cadres will face criticism.
He said straightforwardly: “Good, rewrite this record for me. I’ll go to the factory department to submit a report.”
He suddenly remembered that Old Han from Qianjin Neighborhood Committee had mentioned wanting to reopen night school, but it came to nothing.
Perhaps Lu Qiaoge could make it happen.
Lu Qiaoge said again: “Director Hu, one more thing. Sister Su from the district invited you and me to attend the banquet hosted by the Foreign Trade Bureau and Reception Office tonight.”
Old Hu widened his eyeballs again: “Banquet? What banquet?”
Lu Qiaoge: “It’s the farewell banquet for Chairman Zhen. Many people are attending. We’re just going to join in the fun, no need to speak or do anything else.”
Old Hu waved his hand repeatedly: “I’m not going!”
Lu Qiaoge: “I can’t go alone.”
Old Hu thought for a moment: “You go with Shao Le?” Then he shook his head, saying disdainfully: “He won’t do. He can’t go with you. His partner has too many issues.”
Old Hu naturally knew about the time the flowers from the broadcasting station blocked Lu Qiaoge.
Lu Qiaoge said: “You really have to go. Our Xiangyang Food Factory is under the neighborhood committee and signed a contract with Zhen Xi. Strictly speaking, you should go with me that time too.”
Old Hu still didn’t want to go, mainly because he didn’t like socializing with capitalists and saying polite words. It made him uncomfortable all over.
Of course, he didn’t say this reason to Lu Qiaoge.
But Lu Qiaoge had already guessed it.
Just as Lu Qiaoge was about to continue persuading him, Old Hu slapped the desk excitedly: “Qiao Ge, wait while I make a phone call.”
The call was transferred several times and finally reached the Military Representative Office. Representative Qin happened to be in the office.
Hearing Director Hu asking him to accompany Lu Qiaoge to tonight’s so-called banquet, he raised his eyebrows slightly, the corners of his mouth curving up, and said in a very pleased voice: “Thank you, Director Hu, for giving me this opportunity!”
Old Hu hung up the phone and looked at the speechless Lu Qiaoge with a smile: “I’ve entrusted the military representative to go with you. How about that?”
Lu Qiaoge could only smile and thank Old Hu.
At that moment, Cadre Xu from the Propaganda Department arrived with a camera around his neck and an interview notebook in hand.
He had just come back from Ding Jianshe. The recovered Ding Jianshe said, as instructed by Lu Qiaoge, that at the time he was upset and saw the pigeon standing on the window sill not only cooing but also pecking at the window glass repeatedly. In a moment of impulse, without thinking much, he climbed onto the window sill to shoo the pigeon, but missed and fell. If not for Lu Qiaoge, he would be arranging his funeral now.
Cadre Xu was also shocked by Lu Qiaoge’s strength and reaction. Before coming, he had gone to Lu Zhiguo’s work unit.
Lu Zhiguo hadn’t returned yet; it was Captain Jin who received Cadre Xu.
He naturally mentioned that Lu Zhiguo was very strong.
Master Lu’s strength was also not small.
This must be hereditary.
But what was admirable was still her reaction speed.
Cadre Xu was conducting the interview in the general office, with Sister Qiao there too.
At this time, Sister Qiao’s loud voice described how her mind went blank at the time and kept praising how fast and amazing Lu Qiaoge’s reaction was…
Xiao Liu stood at the doorway of the finance office and said to Sister Chu: “Lu Qiaoge has only been here a few days, but she’s making such a splash. I’m afraid the entire military factory will know her soon.”
Sister Chu glanced at Xiao Liu, then exchanged a look with Accountant Shen.
Xiao Liu looked down on Lu Qiaoge because she set up the volunteer service station and started a warmth security fund, saying the finance office was responsible. Xiao Liu found it troublesome and didn’t want to take it on, so she complained a few words, which unfortunately Old Hu overheard. Old Hu severely criticized Xiao Liu at the time and wanted to hold a meeting for her to make a self-criticism. It was only after she and Accountant Shen pleaded together that she was spared the punishment.
Thus, Xiao Liu harbored resentment toward Lu Qiaoge.
But Lu Qiaoge was obviously unaware, so Xiao Liu disliked her even more.
Accountant Shen also didn’t like Lu Qiaoge.
She had no relatives relation with Shen Yun; she simply felt Lu Qiaoge was too showy and her motivations for doing things were all so selfish.
For example, the food factory—anyone could see what was going on.
But everyone acted like they didn’t see it.
If not for Hu Ze being here, she might have reported the situation to the leadership.
Accountant Shen said coldly to Xiao Liu: “Do your own job well. Don’t meddle or complain about things that don’t concern you. If you really feel it’s unfair, you can report it to the leadership yourself. Don’t gossip behind backs, or be careful Director Hu criticizes you!”
Xiao Liu’s face changed, and she quickly shut her mouth.
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