Courtyard House: Starting as an engineer, crushing a yard full of poultry

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Inside the office.

"Director Yang, you're here too. Liu Haizhong is so agitated, there must be a reason. He couldn't possibly be causing trouble here for no reason. Section Chief Wang, don't you have anything to say about this?"

Li Huaide knew very well that it was impossible to drag Director Yang down with such a trivial matter.

However, Section Chief Wang can't escape.

"Director Li, you've done something really unfair. I was supposed to decide on the section chief positions and then report to you, but you've already announced it over the loudspeaker this morning."

Under the signal from Director Wang, Section Chief Wang spoke firmly.

"Do I need to report to a section chief like you for everything I do? Xu Damao has performed exceptionally well lately and has even made some contributions. Isn't it reasonable to give him the position of section chief?"

"On the contrary, how can Liu Haizhong, a worker, be promoted to section chief? His son, Liu Guangqi, has only been in the factory for a short time. If they are given this position, won't the people in the factory have objections?"

Li Huaide struck first, killing the man instantly.

This explanation is perfectly reasonable and there's not a single flaw to it.

Regarding personnel transfers, Director Yang indeed did not have much authority to intervene.

Even Section Chief Wang was someone I cultivated little by little.

There's simply no way to directly mention this position.

Now that Li Huaide had made his words so clear, Section Chief Wang felt a chill run down his spine; it seemed the knife was pointed at him.

"Alright, alright, let's not argue about this anymore. Now that Liu Haizhong is in the hospital, it has caused some negative impact on our factory. The first thing we need to do is minimize this impact."

"Keep this matter within this circle of people and don't spread it around, otherwise none of us who were in charge back then will feel good about it."

Director Yang's meaning was quite clear: if this matter escalated...

Not only was Section Chief Wang implicated, but even you, Li Huaide, can't escape. At worst, we'll investigate thoroughly.

Li Huaide also understood the implied meaning in Director Yang's words.

“This matter is quite simple. We will definitely inform Director Bao. Chief Engineer Li’s position is now similar to ours. Why don’t the four of us hold a meeting to decide on this matter?”

Li Huaide had already made his wishful thinking.

First of all, Li Xiangdong will definitely stand on my side.

Director Bao, knowing there might be further transfers later, certainly didn't want this matter to have a negative impact.

If four people hold a meeting to decide on matters concerning Section Chief Wang, then the initiative is in their own hands.

Even if we can't remove Section Chief Wang from his post, at least we can demote him a bit.

This will also have a very good impact on the development of the factory staff.

"Then I'll trouble Director Li to inform Chief Engineer Li. I'll go and explain the situation to Director Bao. We'll meet in the conference room."

Factory Director Yang suppressed his anger.

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meeting room.

"Ahem, I'm sure you're all aware of what happened this morning. The only purpose of this meeting is to decide on the punishment of Section Chief Wang and the follow-up to the matter concerning Liu Haizhong and his son."

Director Bao coughed twice and said.

"I still have some matters to attend to regarding the manufacturing blueprints for the textile factory. I'll give my opinion first, and then I'll go take care of my business. Can we continue our discussion then?"

Li Xiangdong had no desire to get involved in their affairs.

These were all internal disputes within their factory, and Li Xiangdong was well aware that he absolutely could not get too involved in them.

In order to avoid being affected when trouble arises later.

"Section Chief Wang will cover Liu Haizhong's hospital expenses and return the money he received. As for the position, you can decide for yourselves. That's all my opinion."

"If there's not much else to do, I need to go back and work on the blueprints. There are some very technical things on them that I need to work on."

Li Xiangdong's suggestion was ambiguous.

To outsiders, it seemed fair and impartial, without any bias.

Besides, none of the three of them dared to offend Li Xiangdong.

Li Xiangdong has many things that the higher-ups want.

Calling Li Xiangdong over this time is just a formality.

"Chief Engineer Li's suggestion is very pertinent. We will listen to it. If you are busy, Chief Engineer Li, please go ahead and do what you need to do. Your current task is the most important."

Li Huaide said politely.

Li Xiangdong nodded and left the conference room.

"Director Bao, let me also offer my suggestion. Section Chief Wang's behavior is suspected of constituting a crime. However, given that he has been in the factory for so many years, he has certainly put in a lot of hard work, even if he hasn't made any great contributions."

“Let’s settle this privately. My suggestion is to demote Section Chief Wang by half a level, making him a deputy section chief, and distribute some of his real power.”

Li Huaide said, taking advantage of the situation.

Director Bao also thought it over carefully.

The best outcome would be to resolve this matter privately.

Chapter 100 Demotion and Compensation

"Director Yang, what do you think of their proposal? If there are no objections, let's proceed with this plan. This is a one-time exception. If I find out again, fire them immediately without any leniency."

Director Bao said righteously.

I know that I might be transferred to another place in a while.

At this time, Director Bao didn't want to get involved in too much trouble.

This matter can be considered a big deal, or it can be considered a small matter.

It all depends on how the people below carry it out.

According to Director Bao, this plan is the best.

Factory Director Yang's face turned ashen, but he couldn't say anything more.

This approach has already minimized the impact; if they were to investigate further...

None of the leaders mentioned above have clean subordinates.

At this point, we can only make a slight sacrifice for Section Chief Wang.

"I have no suggestions, just do as they say!"

After finishing his speech, Director Yang turned and left the conference room.

"Director Li, since it's your suggestion, why don't you go and carry it out? Go and tell them."

"Remember, don't do too much at a time like this. Let's deal with this matter first, and I won't say any more to you."

Director Bao said with a hint of helplessness, and then left the meeting room.

Li Huaide was finally satisfied, having managed to discipline Director Yang's men.

It's just a small thing, but just this once is enough.

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Section Chief Wang's office.

"Section Chief Wang, the decision on your punishment from above has been made. You are no longer the section chief, but the deputy section chief. Given the current situation, we will not dismiss you for now, but instead demote you."

"I hope you will behave well in the future and that this kind of thing will not happen again, otherwise no one can protect you."

Li Huaide reprimanded him with a disdainful look.

Section Chief Wang had no choice; they had leverage over him.

What could he say? If he said another word, he would only get into more trouble.

At least he's kept his official position; at most he's been demoted by half a rank, which isn't a big deal.

Later, we'll find another opportunity to perform and get promoted.

Furthermore, the difference in power between a section chief and a deputy section chief wouldn't be too significant.

The position of section chief is currently vacant; there will be opportunities later.

At this moment, Section Chief Wang was filled with regret. He wished he hadn't accepted the small gift from the Liu family.

Because of that little thing, he ended up in such a state.

If I hadn't heard that Director Bao would be transferred to another place soon...

At the very least, I'll be fired, and that's the lightest punishment. If word gets out, I might end up in jail.

"Thank you all for your leniency. I will definitely do my job well in my position. I promise that this will not happen again. Please rest assured."

Section Chief Wang could tell from Li Huaide's sarcastic tone.

But I still have to act very respectfully.