The Red Era: Living in Seclusion in a Siheyuan as a Boss

Chapter 565: Pragmatism and Reform!!!
At lunch time, Liu Zhiye and other cadres from the headquarters insisted on eating in the cafeteria with the officers and soldiers.

On the dining table, the sumptuous dishes are eye-catching.

Liu Zhiye picked up a piece of fish and praised: "This fish is delicious, without any fishy smell."

Wu Chengdong explained with a smile: "Commander, these are fish we raised ourselves, just caught."

Liu Zhiye nodded, with a hint of appreciation in his eyes: "Fish raised by yourself? Not bad, not only does it ensure the freshness of the ingredients, but it can also be self-sufficient and reduce the pressure of logistics. You have done a good job in this regard."

Wu Chengdong smiled modestly and said, "Thank you for the compliment, Commander. This is all thanks to everyone.

In addition to daily training, the officers and soldiers of our base also actively participate in agricultural and sideline production, growing vegetables, raising fish, and raising chickens, and they do everything well.

This will not only enrich the meals, but also allow everyone to exercise their will and strengthen cohesion through labor."

Liu Zhiye put down his chopsticks, looked around, and saw the officers and soldiers in the cafeteria eating in an orderly manner with satisfied smiles on their faces.

He said with emotion: “You are not only well-trained, but your lives are also well-organized.

This spirit of self-reliance and hard work is the fine tradition of our army.

Seeing you like this, I have more confidence in future logistics reforms."

Wu Chengdong nodded in agreement: "The chief is right. We have always upheld this spirit. No matter how difficult the task is, we can work together to overcome difficulties."

At this time, a young soldier came over with a plate of braised pork just out of the pot, and said to Liu Zhiye with a smile: "Commander, this is the pig we raised ourselves, just slaughtered, please try it."

Liu Zhiye took the plate with a smile, picked up a piece of braised pork and put it in his mouth. After savoring it carefully, he praised it highly: "The meat is tender and the taste is mellow. It's really a good dish! You not only perform well in training, but also work so hard in life. It's really rare."

Wu Chengdong smiled and said, "Commander, the officers and soldiers of our base cherish every opportunity. Whether it is training or life, everyone goes all out. We believe that only by doing every little thing well can we not let down at the critical moment."

Liu Zhiye nodded, his eyes full of satisfaction: "Your attitude and spirit are exactly what our army needs.

I hope you will continue to maintain and carry forward this spirit, and make greater contributions to the security of the country and the happiness of the people."

At the dinner table, the atmosphere was harmonious. The officers and soldiers talked with their leaders about work and life, and there was constant laughter.

This lunch not only filled our stomachs, but also brought us closer together and enhanced the cohesion of the team.

After the meal, Liu Zhiye and others, on behalf of the headquarters, convened a small symposium for the officers and soldiers.

At the meeting, officers and soldiers expressed their satisfaction with the improvement in living conditions.

A young soldier said excitedly: "Now we not only have good food and comfortable housing, but also have a library and a gym. Our quality of life is no worse than that of people in the city."

Liu Zhiye nodded with satisfaction after hearing this. He turned to Wu Chengdong and asked, "What impact have these changes had on your war preparedness?"

Wu Chengdong said solemnly: "Commander, since the conditions have improved, the officers and soldiers have become more enthusiastic about training, and their combat readiness has also improved significantly. In last year's live-fire exercise, our battalion's performance ranked among the best in the entire army."

Liu Zhiye smiled and nodded, then asked: "In addition to the improvement in material conditions, have the officers and soldiers' mental outlook changed?"

Wu Chengdong thought for a moment and replied, “There have indeed been big changes.

Now the morale of the officers and soldiers is higher and the team cohesion is stronger.

Everyone is no longer just passively completing tasks, but actively thinking about how to improve themselves and how to achieve better results in training.

Especially after the library was opened, many soldiers used their spare time to study military theory and scientific knowledge, and their overall quality has been significantly improved. "

After hearing this, Liu Zhiye showed a satisfied smile on his face.

He looked around at the officers and soldiers present and said earnestly: "I am very pleased to see your progress both materially and spiritually.

As soldiers, we must not only possess strong military qualities, but also have firm ideals and beliefs and noble moral sentiments.

Only by cultivating both inside and outside can one become a truly outstanding soldier."

He paused and continued, “The battlefield environment in the future will be more complex and changeable, and we need to keep learning and innovating to cope with various challenges.

I hope everyone will continue to maintain this positive attitude, constantly improve their overall quality, and contribute more to the national defense cause.”

Having said this, Liu Zhiye showed a relieved smile on his face.

He stood up, looked around at the officers and soldiers, and said solemnly: "Comrades, your changes make us very happy.

This proves that our logistics reform is moving in the right direction.

However, we cannot rest on our laurels.

There is still a long way to go and more difficulties to overcome in the future.

I believe that as long as we stick to the direction of reform and continue to improve our logistical support capabilities, our army will surely become a modern army that can truly fight and win battles."

As soon as Liu Zhiye finished speaking, warm applause broke out in the conference hall.

There was a gleam of determination in the officers and soldiers' eyes, as if they had seen a better future.

Liu Zhiye was extremely excited when leaving the island.

He stood on the deck, looking back at the island that was gradually disappearing into the distance, his mind constantly recalling the scenes he had seen during this inspection.

The changes here over the past year have far exceeded his expectations.

After returning to the headquarters, Liu Zhiye immediately convened a special meeting of the Logistics Department.

He reported the inspection in detail and stressed the need to promote the successful experience of the ocean island.

"We must continue to deepen reforms, constantly improve our logistics support capabilities, and contribute to building a modern people's army." Liu Zhiye's words were powerful and pointed out the direction for future reforms.

In early 1989, spring came exceptionally early in Yanjing.

Liu Zhiye sat in the office of the Logistics Department, his desk piled with various documents and reports.

He is making final preparations for the upcoming logistics meeting.

This meeting is of great significance. It will summarize the achievements of logistics reform in the past two years and point out the direction for future development.

Liu Zhiye opened a thick report, which recorded in detail the improvement of the logistics support capabilities of various troops.

From border outposts to island bases, from plateau garrisons to desert Gobi, the results of logistics reform are becoming fully apparent.

On the day of the meeting, representatives from various units gathered together.

Liu Zhiye stood on the podium and looked around, seeing faces full of expectation.

“Comrades, two years ago we started this logistics reform.

In the past two years, we have achieved some remarkable results. "Liu Zhiye's voice is loud and powerful," but we cannot be satisfied with this. There is still a long way to go and the challenges are still arduous. "

Liu Zhiye elaborated on the key points of future logistics work.

He stressed the need to continue to improve the scientific and technological content of logistics support and promote information construction.

"We need to establish a logistics information network covering the entire country to achieve real-time monitoring and precise dispatch of material allocation."

Halfway through the meeting, an unexpected episode interrupted Liu Zhiye's speech.

A representative from the plateau region suddenly stood up and said excitedly: "Commander, I have a suggestion. Can the special support issues of our plateau troops receive more attention?"

The meeting place fell silent for a moment, and everyone's eyes were focused on this representative.

Liu Zhiye was not displeased at all, but instead showed an approving smile.

He then walked down from the podium, came up to the representative, and patted him on the shoulder affectionately.

"Good! This comrade said it well!" Liu Zhiye's voice was full of praise. "It is precisely because of comrades like you who dare to speak out that our logistics work can continue to improve. Come, tell me in detail about the situation there."

This scene changed the atmosphere of the entire venue.

The originally serious meeting suddenly became lively and active.

More and more representatives began to speak enthusiastically and put forward their opinions and suggestions freely.

Liu Zhiye listened carefully to the speeches of each representative and wrote down the key points in his notebook from time to time.

His pragmatic and serious attitude undoubtedly set an example for the participants and injected new vitality into the logistics work of the entire army.

As the meeting progressed, Liu Zhiye's notebook was filled with many key points.

He nodded from time to time, frowned from time to time, but always maintained a focused expression.

Every representative who spoke could feel his sincere concern, and this respect and attention made everyone's speech bolder and more in-depth. A logistics leader who also came from a remote area stood up and said in a slightly hoarse voice: "Commander, the transportation of materials over there has always been a big problem.

The mountain road is rugged and even more difficult to travel during the rainy season. We have tried many ways, but the results are not satisfactory. "He paused and continued: "We hope to get more support, such as funding for us to build roads..."

After hearing this, Liu Zhiye's eyes lit up. He immediately marked it on his notebook and said, "Regarding this proposal, the Logistics Department will organize a team of experts to conduct a field investigation in your area as soon as possible, and strive to come up with a solution in the shortest possible time."

There was warm applause in the conference hall.

Liu Zhiye's decisiveness and pragmatism gave everyone hope.

He is not only a listener, but also a doer.

Liu Zhiye knew very well that logistics work was the guarantee of the army's combat effectiveness and every detail could not be ignored.

After today's meeting, Liu Zhiye did not leave immediately.

He walked up to the logistics director of the remote area, shook his hand and said, "I have noted down your difficulties. When I return, I will personally supervise and ensure that the problems are resolved as soon as possible."

The director nodded excitedly, tears of gratitude glistening in his eyes.

He understood that this leader was not just talking empty words, but was truly helping comrades at the grassroots level to solve problems.

The afterglow of the setting sun shone on the windowsill of the conference room, illuminating Liu Zhiye's determined figure.

The logistics meeting lasted for three full days.

On the last day, Liu Zhiye stood on the podium again.

His eyes sparkled with determination and his voice was full of strength. "Comrades, through this meeting, I am more convinced that the direction of our logistics reform is correct. However, we still need to continue to work hard and innovate."

Liu Zhiye proposed a series of new reform measures.

He stressed the need to strengthen the training of logistics talents and establish a scientific evaluation system.

“We want to allow capable people to stand out and allow every logistics worker to give full play to their talents.”

As soon as Liu Zhiye finished speaking, warm applause broke out in the conference hall.

He nodded slightly and continued, “Logistics is not just a guarantee, it is also an important part of our overall strategy.

We must start from the overall situation, break the traditional way of thinking, and introduce modern management concepts. "

He picked up the document in his hand and explained the new reform measures one by one. "First, we will establish a logistics information platform to achieve real-time allocation and monitoring of resources.

Secondly, the implementation of the performance appraisal mechanism will stimulate everyone's enthusiasm. "

The participants in the audience took notes carefully and whispered to each other from time to time, discussing the feasibility of these new initiatives.

Liu Zhiye's eyes swept across the crowd, and his tone became more determined: "I know that the road to reform will not be smooth, but as long as we unite as one, there will be no difficulties that cannot be overcome."

He concluded by saying: “Next, we will set up a special working group to guide the deepening of logistics reforms in various regions.

I hope that all departments will actively cooperate and jointly push our logistics work to a new level.”

After the logistics meeting, Liu Zhiye did not stop.

He immediately began a new round of grassroots research. From border outposts to island reef garrisons, from the Gobi Desert to the front lines of the two mountains, Liu Zhiye's footprints are all over the country.

Wherever Liu Zhiye goes, he will have in-depth exchanges with grassroots officers and soldiers to understand their actual needs.

At the border outpost in the northeast, he braved the severe cold and personally checked the operation of the heating equipment to ensure that the officers and soldiers could stay warm during the winter in temperatures of dozens of degrees below zero.

At the island and reef station, Liu Zhiye carefully checked the supply of fresh water and food to ensure that there were sufficient supplies and a worry-free life.

In the Gobi Desert in the west, he braved the scorching sun to check the utilization of water resources to ensure that the officers and soldiers could maintain their combat effectiveness in extreme environments.

He also paid special attention to the mental health of officers and soldiers, arranging for psychologists to provide regular counseling to help them relieve stress and maintain a good mental state.

During his repeated investigations, Liu Zhiye discovered many problems and proposed many practical solutions.

Liu Zhiye's reform measures gradually showed results, and the living conditions of grassroots officers and soldiers were significantly improved.

His efforts not only won the respect of officers and soldiers, but also received high praise from his superiors.

Liu Zhiye knows very well that this is just the beginning of reform. He will continue to go deep into the grassroots, listen to the voices of officers and soldiers, and contribute his strength to the army's logistics support.

Later, Liu Zhiye came to the ocean island in Liaodong again.

The survey a few years ago seems to have happened just yesterday, but today the ocean island has taken on a whole new look.

At this time, Wu Chengdong had been promoted to the head of the group, but he still came to the dock in person to greet Liu Zhiye.

Liu Zhiye walked on the asphalt road on the island, looking at the brand new barracks and facilities around him, a gratified smile appeared on his face.

He turned to his entourage and said, "See? This is the result of our logistics reform. However, we cannot be satisfied with this. There is still a long way to go in the future."

On Haiyang Island, Liu Zhiye held a small symposium.

He specially invited some young officers to participate and listen to their ideas on future logistics work.

A second lieutenant who had just graduated from a military academy boldly proposed: "Commander, I think we should strengthen the informatization of logistics work and use computer technology to improve the efficiency of material allocation."

After hearing this, Liu Zhiye's eyes lit up.

He stood up, walked up to the young officer and patted him on the shoulder affectionately.

"Good! This is a great idea!" Liu Zhiye's voice was full of praise. "Young people should have new ideas. You are the future of our army and the future of logistics work."

Then, he looked around at the young officers present and said slowly: "This comrade is right, information construction is indeed the direction of our future development.

But informatization is not just the application of technology, it is also a change in thinking.

We need to break away from the traditional material allocation model and build a more efficient and flexible logistics system."

At this time, another lieutenant was inspired and raised his hand and said: "Commander, I think we should also focus on the professional training of logistics personnel.

Only by improving the quality of our personnel can we better adapt to the changes brought about by informatization.”

Liu Zhiye smiled and responded, "Well said. Logistics personnel must not only understand technology, but also have strategic thinking.

We want to cultivate a group of compound talents who understand both technology and management."

After the symposium, Liu Zhiye had a special private conversation with Wu Chengdong.

He patted Wu Chengdong on the shoulder and said earnestly, "Comrade Chengdong, your battalion has changed a lot, and you have made an indelible contribution.

But you must not stand still, you must keep moving forward and not disappoint the organization’s expectations.”

Wu Chengdong nodded solemnly, with a gleam of determination in his eyes: "Please rest assured, Chief, I will never forget my original intention and will reach a new level in my new position."

As the sun sets, Liu Zhiye stands on the beach, looking at the sparkling sea in the distance, with a myriad of thoughts in his mind.

Liu Zhiye was extremely excited when leaving Haiyang Island.

He stood on the deck, looking back at the island gradually disappearing into the distance, his mind constantly recalling every detail of the past years.

From the initial difficult research to the current prosperity, logistics reform has gone through an extraordinary journey.

After returning to the headquarters, Liu Zhiye immediately convened a special meeting of the General Logistics Department.

He reported the results of the investigation in detail and stressed the need to continue deepening reform and constant innovation.

"We must look to the future and contribute to building a modern army." Liu Zhiye's words were powerful and pointed out the direction for future reforms.

This series of actions not only consolidates the existing reform achievements, but also lays a solid foundation for future development.

It indicates that the logistics support system is undergoing a continuous and profound transformation, moving towards a more scientific, efficient and modern direction.

Behind all this lies the wisdom and hard work of leading cadres like Liu Zhiye, as well as the hard work of thousands of grassroots officers and soldiers.

After the meeting, Liu Zhiye did not rush home, but sat alone at the table, lost in thought.

He opened his notebook and browsed through the densely packed research records and reform plans page by page.

Liu Zhiye knows very well that reform cannot be achieved overnight, but needs to be done step by step and steadily.

(End of this chapter)