Siheyuan: Why does your brother beat you up every day, Shazhu?

"You can eat more than a pig! No wonder you have so much muscle, it's all from eating!"

Sha Zhu chuckled foolishly and scratched his head:

"Brother... I was really hungry the past two days, and I'm a little weak! Why don't you make up for it today..."

He felt guilty even when he made this excuse.

"Puchi!" Yu Shui couldn't help laughing. It was obvious that this smile had revealed a lot of information.

He Weiguo rolled his eyes at him, too lazy to expose his true intentions. "Stop talking nonsense! Bring me the bowl!"

Only then did Sha Zhu obediently push his "hill" over.

He Weiguo picked up the spoon and unceremoniously scooped at least one-third of the porridge in his bowl into Sha Zhu's bowl.

"Okay, eat!"

Sha Zhu looked at the more abundant bowl and was so happy that his teeth were not visible:

"Thank you, brother!"

Looking down, another gust of wind swept away everything.

He Weiguo also picked up the bowl and started eating. To be honest, the taste was just so-so, but it was filling enough!

He Weiguo quickly finished his portion and stood up to prepare for work.

As soon as I walked to the door, I saw Yan Jiefang, Liu Guangtian and Liu Guangfu, three boys, already waiting there. They were obviously waiting for Yu Shui to go to school together.

He Weiguo was very satisfied. He said hello to them, got on his bicycle and rode towards the steel mill.

When he was almost at the factory gate, He Weiguo saw Liu Jun walking and pushing a bicycle.

He pedaled hard a few times to catch up and called out:

"Brother Liu! Good morning!"

As he said that, he got out of the car and walked side by side with Liu Jun, pushing the car.

Liu Jun smiled and replied, "Good morning, Weiguo! You have a bicycle, which is fast and saves energy!"

He Weiguo smiled and said:

"Brother Liu, let's not be polite. With our status as drivers, if you really want to get a bicycle, isn't it easy?"

Liu Jun shook his head, his smile showing a hint of helplessness and calmness:

"That's what I said, Weiguo. I can afford it, but the situation is different."

"Look, my home is close to the factory, and it only takes about ten minutes to walk there. Riding a bike seems unnecessary."

"Besides, at my age, I already have kids running around, and I'm not a young person looking for a date who needs to maintain appearances. The most important thing is..."

He sighed:

"I'm the only one earning a living in my family. I have elderly parents and young children to support, so I want to spend every penny I earn. I save as much as I can to support the elderly at home."

"I'll just make do with what I have here."

After listening to this, He Weiguo nodded in understanding.

This is the true portrayal of most ordinary middle-aged men.

The burden is heavy! The responsibility is great!

It’s not that you don’t want good things!

Instead, prioritize the needs of your family.

Myself? I am always the last one to be considered in the family.

Chapter 87: Be respectful of your position when you are outside!

He Weiguo and Liu Jun had just walked to the gate of the steel rolling mill when He Weiguo, with his sharp eyes, caught a glimpse of a familiar figure in the security department's office - Zhou Zhengbang!

"Brother!" He Weiguo shouted in surprise.

Zhou Zhengbang turned around when he heard the voice and saw He Weiguo. A smile appeared on his face. He said something to the person who was talking to him next to him, and then walked out with big strides.

"Weiguo!"

Zhou Zhengbang patted He Weiguo's shoulder vigorously and laughed loudly:

"Yesterday was your first day at work. How was it? Are you getting used to it?"

He Weiguo smiled and nodded:

"That's fine, bro! I know the driving route well."

"Compared to the battlefield, this job is much easier. Just step on the accelerator, turn the steering wheel, and it's steady!"

There was ease and confidence in his tone.

Zhou Zhengbang nodded with satisfaction:

"I have complete confidence in your driving skills!"

He Weiguo was a little puzzled. Why was the head of the armed forces department going to the security department of the steel rolling mill so early in the morning?

He asked directly, "Brother, why are you coming to our food factory so early in the morning?"

Zhou Zhengbang glanced at him and said:

"I'm the head of the Armed Forces Department, and I'm in charge of the Security Department. Can't I come down to inspect the work and team building?"

He Weiguo suddenly realized and scratched his head. He was indeed not very familiar with the department affiliations of that era.

"Oh! So you're in charge of the Security Department! I didn't know that."

"You brat!" Zhou Zhengbang scolded him with a smile, and without further explanation, he put his arm around He Weiguo's shoulders.

"Come on, Weiguo, let me introduce you to someone!"

Then he took He Weiguo to the security department office.

In the office, a middle-aged man with a burly build, a square face, and about forty years old was standing there.

Zhou Zhengbang pointed at the man and said to He Weiguo:

"Weiguo, this is Section Chief Wu Zongwu from your food factory's security department!"

He turned to Wu Zong again, pointed at He Weiguo, and his tone became obviously more intimate and warm:

"Old Wu, this is the He Weiguo I mentioned to you! My brother! We rolled in the mud and endured bullets together on the battlefield!"

"I'm currently working as a driver for your factory's transport team. My skills are top-notch!"

He Weiguo knew very well that Zhou Zhengbang was paving the way for him!

The Minister of the Armed Forces personally recommended him. As long as the head of the Security Department, Wu Zong, is not stupid, he will give He Weiguo some face in the factory in the future.

The old battalion commander is afraid that I will suffer as a newcomer!

He immediately stepped forward, lowering his posture and giving Wu Zong enough face:

"Hello, Chief Wu! I'm He Weiguo from the transport team."

"I'm new to the factory, so I'll need you and the security staff to take care of me as I move around the factory!"

Wu Zong was a straightforward man. He waved his hand and laughed.

"Comrade Weiguo! You're too polite! Minister Zhou has already said that you're his brother, and you're one of us!"

"In the grand scheme of things, we're all soldiers defending our country; in the narrowest sense, we're just co-workers stirring the same pot! Taking care of each other is our duty!"

"If you have any problems in the future, feel free to come to the Security Department to find me!"

Wu Zong spoke beautifully and affectionately.

He Weiguo had a smile on his face, but he knew very well in his heart how much he weighed!

These are just polite words!

If it weren't for the relationship with the old battalion commander, how could the security chief even look at me, a new driver?

However, if you have connections, you don't have to be a fool. Being able to make friends with the head of the security department will only benefit you.

After recognizing the person, He Weiguo knew it was time to leave so as not to delay the other person from discussing business.

He smiled and bowed:

"Brother, Chief Wu, I won't bother you any longer. The transport team still has a lot of work to do. I'll go get busy first!"

Wu Zong smiled and nodded: "I understand! Comrade Weiguo, go ahead and do your work. Come visit us often in the future!"

He Weiguo responded, "Okay, Chief Wu, I won't be polite with you then!"

After saying that, he turned and walked out of the security department.

Just after he walked out of the door, Zhou Zhengbang followed him out, grabbed He Weiguo's arm, and lowered his voice:

"Weiguo! You kid! What did you call me outside just now? Brother?"

"Pay attention to the occasion!"

"From now on, when you're out there, you need to call your position!"

"Yes! Battalion Commander!"

He Weiguo stood at attention almost as a reflex and shouted in a loud voice.

The habits of the army are ingrained in our bones.

Zhou Zhengbang was both angry and amused, and kicked He Weiguo lightly on the butt:

"What the hell is a battalion commander? That's a thing of the past! Now he's Minister Zhou! Minister Zhou Zhengbang! Remember that?"

He Weiguo rubbed his butt and chuckled, "Remember this! Minister Zhou!"

"That's more like it! Get lost!"

Zhou Zhengbang then cursed with satisfaction and waved his hand.

He Weiguo then turned around and walked towards the factory.

As expected, Liu Jun was still waiting for him not far from the factory gate and did not leave first.