Courtyard House: The Chef's Intelligence System

In the steel rolling mill's secretary's office, Secretary Nie held a lit cigarette between his fingers, his gaze deep. His back was slightly damp, not from the heat, but from lingering fear.

Many people have been dismissed from their posts in major factories in the Beijing area?

Do you know what happened to them after they fell from power?

Although not many were executed, the outcome was no different from being executed.

He was banished from Beijing and exiled to the far northwest to eat sand; there was virtually no chance of him returning.

Moreover, those who commit crimes always end up doing the hardest and most tiring work over there, and their lifespan won't be long. There's nothing you can do about it; who the hell told you to commit a crime!

If you're wrong, you have to admit it!

Secretary Nie was very fortunate that he did not resort to any means to punish Yang Ligong, otherwise the consequences would have been unimaginable.

"Sigh... I've been walking on thin ice my whole life, walking on thin ice..." Secretary Nie's tone was somewhat helpless, but his mouth was crooked with a smile.

Just kidding, he's a vice-minister now, the steel mill is stable internally, and the overall situation is settled!

Moreover, it was set up as a model by the Ministry of Metallurgy, not to mention that the leaders also promised that logistical supplies would be given priority in Beiping again!

What does this mean?

This means that Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill has truly become the Ministry of Metallurgical Industry's favored son. What an honor this is!

It's not surprising that the leaders of the Ministry of Metallurgy might show favoritism.

First of all, Secretary Nie, Yang Ligong, and Li Huaide have deep ties with the top leaders of the Ministry of Metallurgy.

Furthermore, other factories in Gyeonggi were already very large in scale. The First Steel Rolling Mill was originally a factory with tens of thousands of employees, a dominant factory in Gyeonggi!

To be fair, other factories are all much larger than Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill, with more than double the manpower.

At that time, the Ministry of Industry valued the First Steel Rolling Mill the most. After all, it was the leading enterprise in the capital region, and it was impossible not to pay attention to it. All kinds of resource advantages were provided to it, and even doubled the benefits!

At this time, the steel rolling mill gradually rose to prominence. Famous chef Li Jiuzhou entered the steel rolling mill, and the steel rolling mill's 25 large-pot dishes became famous throughout Beiping!

Special meals were a favorite among the leaders. After frequent interactions, the relationship naturally improved, and they would have to give the steel mill something in return. So, resources were gradually added to the steel mill.

Gradually, the steel rolling mill became more and more successful. After the Russian resident instructors provided training and the mill was expanded, everything it did was done so well that the higher-ups secretly applauded it.

The most important point is that the expanded production capacity surpasses that of the First Steel Rolling Mill!

This incident deeply moved the leaders of the Ministry of Metallurgy. It was a genuine achievement, and even the highest-ranking leader personally came to commend him.

They personally oversaw the development of the steel rolling mill, watching it grow up before their very eyes—it was practically their own son.

So, can we allocate fewer resources?

So what if other factories have objections?

If you're so capable, why don't you do it just as well as everyone else? It's true that the squeaky wheel gets the grease, but you've cried in the wrong place.

Other factories have also expanded, it's not just Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill. Why can they achieve success while you remain mediocre?

It's not that the leaders are biased; it's that you yourselves are incapable of helping others.

Otherwise, why was Yang Ligong able to be reinstated so quickly?

It's because of his merits!

Every merit and demerit is recorded clearly. When it is time to step down, step down; when it is time to promote, step up without hesitation.

If it weren't for the fear of making things too ugly, the leaders of the Ministry of Metallurgy would have even considered transferring either Yang Ligong or Li Huaide to be the head of the First Steel Rolling Mill.

Ultimately, after weighing the pros and cons, they decided against it and allowed internal promotions within the First Steel Rolling Mill, which was also a way to stabilize morale.

Don't be fooled by the fact that they're not local officials; they're just as fiercely competitive here.

Where there are people, there is struggle; the world is just a giant makeshift operation!

After all, there are no more wars to fight now, and no more desperate struggles. With people's hearts at ease, everyone wants to make progress.

Even if it's not for myself, I still have family behind me, right? I have to fight for a better future for them.

Beat a fight, bike change bike!

The turmoil in major factories around Beijing naturally caused anxiety and unease among leaders at all levels of the steel rolling mill.

It was Secretary Nie who took the lead, sharply warning them to focus on their work and not to worry about the raging floods outside, which were none of their concern.

In the office of the deputy secretary of the steel rolling mill, Li Jiuzhou was summoned by his second uncle.

Li Jiuzhou sat in the chair with a grin on his face:

"Uncle... oh no, Secretary Li, what are your instructions?"

Upon hearing this, Li Huaide shook his head helplessly and tapped his finger repeatedly:

"It's just you and me, uncle and nephew. Why call me Secretary? Call me Second Uncle!"

"Yes, Second Uncle. What instructions did you give me when you called me here today?"

"You wouldn't call me to your office for no reason." Li Jiuzhou had already guessed that his second uncle had something to assign him.

"I do have something to discuss with you. I've been thinking about it, and it seems a bit too leisurely for a division-level cadre like you to only be in charge of a canteen and a farm."

"Let me give you another job. Take on the responsibilities of the deputy director of logistics as well."

"It's not about you doing the work yourself; as a leader, you just need to oversee things. This will also benefit your career."

"No problem, I'll do as you say!" Li Jiuzhou agreed without even thinking.

He's already a full-fledged director, so it would be a waste of his talents to keep focusing solely on the canteen and the farm. He should accumulate more experience at this time!

Li Huaide was satisfied with his nephew's answer. After explaining some details, Li Jiuzhou left the office.

Inside the office building, staff members would occasionally greet Li Jiuzhou.

"Hello, Director Li!"

"Okay, okay, hello everyone..."

After leaving the office building, Li Jiuzhou couldn't help but curl his lips into a smile.

He secretly rejoiced:

"Now that I'm Director Li myself, it's...it's like walking on thin ice..."

In the evening, the factory bell rang, and soon the blue-clad soldiers walked out of the gate of the Red Star Steel Rolling Mill.

Xu Damao tidied up his desk and his clothes before picking up his briefcase and walking out of the office with his head held high.

"Hello, Section Chief Xu."

"Hello!"

Every time he gets off work, it's the happiest and favorite time for Xu Damao, because he can hear countless people calling him "Section Chief Xu".

Although he is the deputy, if the person in charge is not by his side, then he is not Deputy Section Chief Xu, but Section Chief Xu!

On his way home from get off work, Xu Damao rode his bicycle home with a bright smile on his face.

Just then, a bicycle came along, running alongside Xu Damao; it was Yi Zhonghai and his apprentice.

Jia Dongxu rides a bicycle while Yi Zhonghai rides in a car; this is the norm for the master and apprentice, who are practically inseparable at the factory.

Jia Dongxu immediately started speaking sarcastically to Xu Damao:

"Oh, isn't this Deputy Section Chief Xu? Why are you riding a bike by yourself? If you ask me, you should get a car and drive around, otherwise it's beneath your dignity!"

Xu Damao could naturally hear the sarcasm and jealousy in Jia Dongxu's words. He was only human, and although he was now a leader, his mentality had not yet fully matured.

Jia Dongxu's words angered Xu Damao. "I didn't offend you, why are you being so sarcastic?"

It's true that he can't out-argue Sha Zhu, but does that mean he can't out-argue Jia Dongxu either?

Having come up with an idea, Xu Damao didn't indulge him anymore, so he teased him:

"Hey, isn't this my Dongxu brother who's always pulling people in the corner? You're off work too? Perfect timing, let's go together!"

Upon hearing Xu Damao's words, Jia Dongxu and Yi Zhonghai's smiling faces immediately darkened.