Courtyard House: The Chef's Intelligence System

"Yes, yes, yes, Deputy Section Chief Xu, of course you can give instructions!" Yang Guangming said respectfully, enduring the humiliation.

There was no other way; Xu Damao was someone they couldn't afford to offend now. He was a third-class meritorious official, and the factory had even issued a commendation to him.

No matter how unhappy Yang Guangming was, he had to prioritize the overall situation.

Moreover, Xu Damao's exceptional promotion was personally overseen by Secretary Nie, so he had no choice but to back down for now.

But, as the saying goes, fortunes change, and winning before the end of the game isn't a true victory. Let's wait and see!

Hearing Yang Guangming finally admit defeat, Xu Damao felt extremely relieved and earnestly advised him:

"That's right, Comrade Guangming. From now on, cooperate well with my work. Go ahead and get busy whenever you have free time!"

"Yes, Section Chief Xu, I will definitely work hard." Yang Guangming finished speaking and turned to leave the office.

In the first workshop of fitters, Yi Zhonghai and Jia Dongxu, master and apprentice, were devastated when they learned that Xu Damao had been promoted to deputy section chief without prior appointment.

The difference between replacing a worker with a cadre and promoting a cadre is huge.

Yi Zhonghai was a worker in lieu of a cadre position, which was indeed a cadre position, but it was still a level below the prestige of being promoted to a senior cadre position.

Yi Zhonghai's administrative rank was the highest level, meaning he was just one step away from becoming a deputy section chief.

But this one step is incredibly difficult.

Despite this rare opportunity, Xu Damao was promoted.

He's a real deputy section chief with real power!

Jia Dongxu clenched his fists, his eyes burning with intense jealousy, and he said indignantly:

"Master, why does Xu Damao have to stand out? It's one thing for Jiuzhou and Shazhu to be superior to me, but now Xu Damao wants to join in the fun too."

"Then what am I, the leader of the younger generation in this compound? How can I still have the face to show my face in this compound?"

Upon hearing this, Yi Zhonghai shook his head helplessly:

"Sigh... Dongxu, sometimes it's just a matter of luck."

"When luck comes, you can't stop it. You and I both know what kind of person Xu Damao is. Now he's been promoted to deputy section chief. I'm really envious of him."

"Alright, everyone has their own opportunities. Dongxu, as long as you work hard, your mentor thinks you still have a chance, so don't be discouraged."

As the old saying goes, the higher you climb, the harder you fall. Let's wait and see...

Upon hearing this, Jia Dongxu loosened his fist, a bitter smile appearing on his lips. He understood the reasoning, but he was simply unwilling to accept it.

The underlings who used to follow him around picking up chicken droppings have all become leaders, while he, the older brother, is still a poor, struggling worker.

How could he possibly calm down?

In the second fitter's workshop, Liu Haizhong was stunned for a long time before he reacted, muttering to himself:

"Da Mao's become the deputy head of the publicity department? That's...that's unbelievably awesome..."

Liu Haizhong was also somewhat incredulous.

Take a step forward, and the world opens up before you. If possible, Liu Haizhong would also like to experience the scenery of a deputy section chief.

He'd been the deputy workshop foreman for a while now, and he knew and understood the benefits: the higher the position, the more beautiful the view. He was very tempted...

Moreover, both Liu Haizhong and Yi Zhonghai understood that Xu Damao's third-class merit was extremely valuable.

The promotion based on merit is far beyond what they, as workers in lieu of cadres, can achieve.

Furthermore, they are not young, but Xu Damao is still young and has unlimited potential!

Sha Zhu rushed into the canteen manager's office at the steel rolling mill:

"Senior brother, senior brother."

Li Jiuzhou was writing a report when he saw Sha Zhu barging in like this, and he was somewhat displeased.

"Don't call me 'senior brother'! Use my job title when we're working!"

"Uh... Director Li..." Sha Zhu quickly corrected himself upon hearing this.

Li Jiuzhou said irritably:

"What's the matter?"

"Senior brother, Da Mao got promoted to deputy section chief! Holy crap, he went straight to deputy section chief! Now he's a higher-ranking official than me. I'm so... I'm so upset..."

"If I ever run into that bastard at the factory again, he'll definitely tell me to call him by his title, damn it..."

Li Jiuzhou laughed upon hearing this. As expected of a mortal enemy, he was afraid the other was not doing well, yet also afraid the other was doing too well. How amusing!

"Alright, I know what kind of people you two are. You bickering is a daily occurrence when you meet. You're just a deputy section chief."

"Furthermore, this time it was Da Mao who acted bravely and righteously. Although there was an element of luck involved, Secretary Nie also explained this in his report."

"Da Mao was the first to hear the cries for help, and then he rushed out of the car to save people without hesitation."

"You should be convinced by this alone!"

Sha Zhu nodded solemnly upon hearing this. Indeed, he was convinced on this point.

Not everyone has that kind of courage; Sha Zhu just wanted to vent his frustrations.

Then he flashed his signature smile:

"Senior brother, look at me. When can I get promoted? I freaking... I freaking want to improve so badly."

Li Jiuzhou burst into laughter upon hearing this:

"Hahahaha..." He then pointed at Shazhu and said:

"Didn't you say you were content being a chef your whole life? Why do you want to improve now?"

Silly Zhu smiled ingratiatingly:

"Senior brother, people's thoughts change. Besides, Da Mao has improved, I can't just stay where I am, can I?"

Li Jiuzhou nodded: "What you said makes sense. The canteen can't just have one director; it also needs a deputy director. You should also mention your deputy section chief position to the higher-ups, but I guess it will have to wait until this time next year."

Sha Zhu was overjoyed upon hearing this:

"Next year it is, it's not a big deal. I can wait."

Li Jiuzhou slapped the table, a look of satisfaction in his eyes:

"Good, Zhu Zi, I'm very satisfied with your thinking. Don't worry, what's meant to be yours will be yours."

Li Jiuzhou wasn't lying; the cafeteria should indeed have a deputy director, who would be a deputy section chief-level cadre.

As for whether it's an internal promotion or a factory decision, it's definitely an internal promotion!

Li Jiuzhou was in charge of the steel mill canteen; he was practically impenetrable.

Even if Sha Zhu wasn't promoted, Li Jiuzhou could still directly promote him to deputy section chief; this was a promise secretly made by the leaders of the steel rolling mill.

At the same time, it will not interfere with the normal operation and policies of the canteen.

Li Jiuzhou has done such a good job running the cafeteria. What if he quits once the higher-ups interfere?

Looking across all of Beiping (Beijing) and even the whole country, there is no other large factory that can find such a top chef, without exception.

Moreover, if you don't cherish it, that's great, others are waiting to have it.

Li Jiuzhou made a great contribution to Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill's ability to gain the appreciation of its superiors, expand, and have the Russians stationed there long-term to teach technology.

Although Li Jiuzhou did all the work of a cook, he was involved in the upgrading history of the steel mill.

Even those at the highest levels were secretly interested in him.

Considering the above points, the leadership of the steel rolling mill dared not point fingers at Li Jiuzhou.

If Li Jiuzhou were forced to leave, Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill would become a laughing stock among other factories in Beiping in no time.