Chapter 146

She has worked in the steel rolling mill for so many years and is very familiar with Director Yang. If Director Yang's daughter becomes Li Jiandong's apprentice, this is understandable.

"Ah? What Director Yang? My master is Director Li Jiandong. Is there a deputy director named Yang in the steel mill?"

Yang Xue stared with her big eyes and asked innocently.

When Liang Ladi saw that she didn't know Director Yang, she thought she had guessed wrong.

"You are new here, right? Director Yang was the former director of our steel mill. By the way, my husband is Director Li's eldest apprentice, and he is also your senior brother. Director Li hasn't come yet, so I will introduce you to the other senior brothers and sisters first. Let's get to know each other."

"Okay, thank you then."

Yang Xue smiled politely.

Liang Ladi walked towards a room carrying the laundry basin, knocked on the door and called out Ding Qiunan who was inside.

"Qiu Nan, come meet your new junior sister. This is Yang Xue, your master's new disciple. This is Ding Qiu Nan, your fourth senior sister."

"Hello, senior sister."

"you're good too."

Ding Qiunan glanced at the new junior sister, who didn't seem very enthusiastic.

Liang Ladi went to the second floor again to call Yan Jiecheng down.

"Jiecheng, this is your junior apprentice sister Yang Xue, the new apprentice of Director Li. This is your second apprentice brother Yan Jiecheng, who is now the deputy director of our factory's transportation team."

As soon as Yan Jiecheng saw Yang Xue, his eyes suddenly lit up.

"Hey, hello, little apprentice sister. After so many years, our master has finally accepted another apprentice. Where are you working now?"

Yang Xue replied: "I also work in the steel mill, in the newly established R&D department, developing CNC machine tools."

"No wonder. I was wondering why the master suddenly accepted another disciple. It turns out that you are an engineer."

"Hehe, just an assistant engineer."

Yang Xue has a cheerful personality and started chatting with Yan Jiecheng as soon as they met.

At this time, Shazhu also came on a bicycle.

Li Jiandong asked him to come over today, but he didn't say what he wanted him to do.

Sha Zhu went straight to the dormitory building of the tavern and was stopped by Liang Ladi and Yan Jiecheng.

"Zhu Zi, this is our junior sister Yang Xue. Junior sister Yang, this is your third senior brother He Yuzhu. Don't underestimate him because he is young. He is already the deputy director of our street."

"Wow, you guys are all so awesome. Hello, Third Brother. My name is Yang Xue. Please take care of me in the future."

"Huh? Oh, hello."

Sha Zhu scratched his head and probably guessed why Li Jiandong asked him to come over today.

However, they have been brothers for so many years, and it feels pretty good to suddenly have a new member join the group.

Sha Zhu and Ding Qiunan didn't like to talk, so after saying hello, they took a stool and sat under the veranda.

Liang Ladi and Yan Jiecheng introduced Yang Xue to the other three senior brothers.

Senior Brother Jia Dongxu is now on a business trip in Jilin and Liaoning.

Fifth senior brother Xu Damao is researching hybrid rice in the south.

Sixth senior brother Liu Guangqi is building a hydroelectric power station in Shandong Province.

Seventh senior brother Chang Hanqing is developing a new tram.

Yang Xue had long heard that Master Li Jiandong was an extraordinary person and that all of his disciples could become successful.

I didn't expect that my seniors were so talented, and some of them were even researching hybrid rice.

If an apprentice succeeds, it may be that this apprentice is gifted.

The fact that two apprentices are successful may be because the master has good vision and knows how to select apprentices.

However, if so many senior brothers are so successful, there is only one conclusion: the one who is powerful is not the senior brothers, but one's own master.

"Brother, you are amazing. I hope I can also perform well in the research and development of CNC machine tools in the future. Otherwise, it will be a disgrace to Master."

With so many awesome seniors, Yang Xue felt tremendous pressure.

I thought to myself, I have to work harder in the future, otherwise I will really become a drag.

At this time, Li Jiandong also left the courtyard and came to the tavern dormitory building.

"Yang Xue, when did you arrive?"

"I just arrived, Master."

Yang Xue smiled sweetly and said, "Master, the brothers are all very capable. You can't be partial to some and neglect others. You have to teach me to be as capable as them."

Li Jiandong also laughed.

"The master can only lead you to the door, but the practice is up to you. Your brothers and sisters have all worked hard on their own. If you want to achieve results, you have to work harder too."

Li Jiandong is quite satisfied with his new apprentice Yang Xue. She is smart and intelligent, and is very good in both study and creativity. She is also passionate about research and is definitely the best choice to be his apprentice.

After introducing the neighbors to Yang Xue, he let her go and play with the other apprentices.

There was nothing fun to do these days, just going shopping. After having a meal in the yard at noon, Li Jiandong took Yang Xue away.

When leaving, Li Jiandong asked Yang Xue where she lived, wanting to give her a ride.

But Yang Xue refused, saying she would not go home but would return to the steel mill dormitory.

Li Jiandong found that after he left, Yang Xue did not go to the steel mill, but called a rickshaw.

It only takes about ten minutes to walk to the steel mill, so there is no need to call a rickshaw. However, the girls all have their own secrets, and Li Jiandong is too lazy to explore them.

After Li Jiandong and Yang Xue left, Yan Jiefang suddenly found Yan Jiecheng.

"Brother, who is Yang Xue? How old is she this year? Does she have a boyfriend?"

Yan Jiefang has been on blind dates these days. Yan Bugui asked a matchmaker to introduce him to many women, but none of them were the one he liked.

Even though Yan Jiefang is not a formal employee yet, Li Jiandong has already said that as long as he gets married and separates from Yan Bugui, he can be converted to a regular employee as soon as he gets a job quota.

Therefore, Yan Jiefang is now considered a formal worker in half of the steel rolling mill, and a skilled worker like an excavator operator. Naturally, his requirements for the other side have risen, and ordinary girls simply don't look down on him.

To the extent that he had been on seven or eight blind dates, but all failed to be successful. It was not until he saw Yang Xue just now that Yan Jiefang's eyes lit up.

Yan Jiecheng rolled his eyes and said, "Jiefang, forget about it, Junior Sister Yang Xue. She's an engineer, there's no way she'd like you."

"No, brother, why are you trying to discourage me? How do you know that an engineer can't be interested in me? Relationships aren't just about work. You and my sister-in-law have different jobs, but we still got together, didn't we?"

Yan Jiefang has no self-awareness at all and even compares himself with Yan Jiecheng.

At this time, Yu Li came out of the house and said:

"Jiefang, how can you compare with me? I am a woman, and you are a woman too, right? Men are responsible for the outside world, and women are responsible for the inside world. Not to mention that I have a formal job, even if I don't have a job, I still take care of the family every day. Do you still want your future wife to make money while you stay at home to take care of the children?"

Yan Jiecheng also advised,

"Yes, Jiefang, Yang Xue is a girl. When it comes to marriage, men are better than women. Look at my master, my senior brother, and several other junior brothers. Which one is not like this? It's already very good for a woman to be able to take care of the children at home."

"What's more, Yang Xue is a capable person. To be honest, even if I'm not married, I wouldn't dare to consider her, so don't even dream about it."

Yan Jiefang was not convinced and said:
"Brother, I think you are just afraid that I will live better than you. If you don't believe me, let's wait and see whether I can be with Yang Xue."

After Yan Jiefang finished speaking, he left angrily.

Yu Li was also a little angry, and said to Yan Jiecheng: "How come you, my brother, have no idea at all? Don't you know what you are like? You actually think that you are afraid that he is living a better life than us, and he doesn't even take a piss to look in the mirror."

"Okay, stop talking. He is my brother anyway."

Yan Jiecheng sighed. It was hard for him, as an older brother, to have such an ignorant younger brother at home.

Fortunately, he is only Yan Jiefang's brother, not his father, otherwise he would not be able to control him, and it would also be wrong not to control him, and he would really be mad at this stupid brother.

the other side.

Yang Xue returned home in a rickshaw and saw her mother coming towards her as she entered the yard.

"Xiaoxue, how are you? You haven't been home for a week. Are you doing well in the steel mill?"

Yang Xue went to greet him with a smile.

"Mom, I'm doing fine there. Director Li is really amazing, much better than my dad. He has a long-term vision. To be honest, even our professor admires him." Yang Xue's mother said speechlessly, "This child has become a crooked person after only being away for a few days."

At this time, Director Yang also heard the noise and walked out of the house.

He said with a smile:
"It's not Xiaoxue's fault. Li Jiandong is really amazing. Not only does he have a long-term vision, but his abilities are also outstanding. Otherwise, the leaders wouldn't think so highly of him."

"dad."

When Yang Xue saw Director Yang, she called out sweetly.

Li Jiandong thought she looked familiar because she looked a bit like Director Yang.

But, after all, one is a middle-aged man and the other is a young and beautiful girl. If they are not put together, it doesn’t seem as obvious as you think.

As for why Yang Xue did not admit her identity, she even deliberately concealed it when Liang Ladi asked her about her relationship with Director Yang.

This is also a common problem among many second-generation people in this era. They don’t want others to know that they have achieved their current success because of their parents’ connections.

At this time, many young people were ashamed of using connections, and Yang Xue was the same.

"Xiaoxue, now that you are at the steel mill, you should learn more from Li Jiandong. He is not only the mill director, but also the chairman of the Society of Mechanical Engineers.

Many things, including the equipment we have now in our factory, were developed under his leadership.

He was the first to propose the research on CNC machine tools. Although he has never shown any knowledge of electronics, from what I know about him, he never fights a battle without confidence.

Director Yang really knows Li Jiandong very well. The two have worked together for many years, and every time Li Jiandong proposes to do something, it is quickly successful in the end.

Director Yang also had full confidence in this research on CNC machine tools. It was not his confidence in the technology, but his confidence in Li Jiandong.

"Dad, you mean that my master also has experience in electronic technology?"

Yang Xue's eyes lit up.

She originally thought that Li Jiandong was only good at mechanics, but after hearing what her father said, if Li Jiandong didn't understand electronics at all, how could he be considered to not fight a battle without confidence?
After all, the shortcoming of current CNC equipment lies in the electronics aspect.

"I think there is a possibility, but I'm not sure, but it's probably about 80% possible."

Director Yang has a mysterious trust in Li Jiandong.

Suddenly, his expression froze, and he asked Yang Xue, "You just mentioned your master? Have you taken Li Jiandong as your master?"

"Yes, you always say how amazing he is. Of course I want to learn from him if I have the chance. Besides, my master is really capable. My senior brothers are all outstanding people. Among them is the main breeder of the hybrid rice team. The food we eat may be cultivated by them."

Yang Xue said brightly.

She is a highly talented student, but actually does not have a deep understanding of the master-disciple relationship.

When I became a disciple, I did so with the attitude of seeking knowledge. It was a rash decision and I did not realize that being a disciple was a lifelong thing. I also thought that if I could learn something, I would learn as much as I could. If Li Jiandong did not have any real skills, I would not suffer any loss and at most I would just call him Master a few times.

However, now she is a little sincere and regards Li Jiandong as her master.

Even when talking to my parents, I couldn't help but call Li Jiandong "Master" from the bottom of my heart.

It is because all the disciples taught by Li Jiandong are talented.

Even if she couldn't learn any skills from Li Jiandong, she had to give him enough respect just because Li Jiandong had taught so many awesome disciples.

"Xiaoxue, why didn't you discuss this with your parents? Being a disciple is not an ordinary teacher. Once a teacher, you are a father for life. Haven't you heard of this?"

Yang Xue's mother said with some blame.

My daughter is usually very independent and has her own ideas about what to do, and usually doesn't discuss things with the family.

I didn't expect that she could easily decide such an important matter as becoming my disciple.

Director Yang doesn't care.

Smiling, he said:
"Nana, our daughter is old enough, let her make her own decisions. Besides, Li Jiandong is worthy of being our daughter's master. To be honest, I think Xiaoxue is marrying above her station."

Yang Xue's mother was dissatisfied and said:

"I don't think so. Our Xiaoxue was an engineer before she became his disciple. No matter how capable Li Jiandong is, he is only an eighth-level worker. Does he have an engineer apprentice?"

Yang Xue laughed:
"Mom, you are ignorant. Among my senior brothers, there are not only engineers, but also overseas returnees with PhDs. They are all willing to learn from my master. I am just an engineer apprentice. What is there to be proud of?"

"Yes, Li Jiandong does have a PhD apprentice who returned from overseas. I met him several times when he came to our factory to develop hydraulic equipment. He is indeed a talented person."

Director Yang also had a very good impression of Chang Hanqing. After all, it was rare to find a PhD who returned from overseas.

"Okay, okay, okay, I can't argue with you, okay."

Yang Xue's mother was repeatedly bullied by the father and daughter and had no choice but to raise her hands in surrender.

at the same time.

Li Jiandong also returned to his second courtyard. Before he entered the door, he heard voices coming from the courtyard.

Li Jiandong walked in and saw that it turned out to be Liu Haizhong and Xu Fugui.

I don't know when these two old guys came. They were holding gifts in their hands and pushing Qin Huairu. It seemed that they wanted to give gifts, but Qin Huairu refused to accept them.
"Lao Liu, Lao Xu, what are you doing?"

Li Jiandong had already guessed the purpose of these two old guys coming to his house.

Pretending not to understand, he asked with a smile as he walked towards them.

When Liu Haizhong and Xu Fugui saw Li Jiandong coming back, they immediately let Qin Huairu go and walked towards Li Jiandong with gifts.

"Director Li, I haven't come to visit you for a long time. I happened to pass by here with Lao Xu today, so I bought some things and came to see you. This is just a small gift to show my respect, so you must accept it."

Liu Haizhong bent down slightly and said with a licking smile.

Xu Fugui next to him also brought a gift, which looked very valuable.

Now that Li Jiandong is back, Qin Huairu said nothing more.

Whether to accept the gift depends on Li Jiandong's opinion. She refused just now because she was afraid that Li Jiandong would blame her when he came back.

Li Jiandong glanced at Liu Haizhong, then at Xu Fugui, and said calmly:
"Lao Liu, Lao Xu, we are from the same courtyard. It's very strange for you to do this. If you have anything to say, just tell me directly. There's no need to bring gifts. I don't need these little things from you."

"Director Li, you misunderstood. We are really just passing by to visit you. We don't come here empty-handed, right?"

The fringe is still smiling playfully.

Xu Fugui was smarter than Liu Haizhong and saw that Li Jiandong was unhappy, so he gritted his teeth and confessed:
"Director Li, we came to see you because we have something to ask. To be honest, Lao Liu and I came to you to recommend ourselves.

Now among the old guys in our hospital, I am the only one who has accomplished nothing.

To be honest, I felt inferior to others during meals, as if I was the only incompetent person in the whole hospital.

I, Lao Xu, have worked in the Propaganda Department for many years and I am familiar with the work of the department. So I came to visit you this time to ask for an opportunity.

If it really doesn't work, can you let me try first? If I do well, I can stay. If not, I can come down later, okay?"

When Liu Haizhong saw that Xu Fugui told the truth, he had no choice but to follow suit:

"Director Li, I have the same idea as Lao Xu. You see, I have been working diligently in the workshop over the years and have managed it in an orderly manner. Director Li, can you give me a little more pressure? I want to test the limits of my ability."

Liu Haizhong usually speaks like a fool, but I didn't expect that he could speak quite well when he introduced himself.

In fact, Li Jiandong has noticed their work. Although it is not outstanding, it is also remarkable.

The leaders in the factory now may not be better than them. Many times, they just lack an opportunity.

Li Jiandong had already made arrangements for them.

However, he did not show it, but nodded calmly:
"I know about your situation. I'll think about it later. You guys go back first."

"What about this gift?"

Liu Haizhong raised the things he brought in his hand. How could he feel at ease if Li Jiandong didn't accept them?
But if Li Jiandong accepted it, he would feel uncomfortable.

So he said with a straight face: "Of course I have to take this gift back. If I accept the gift and then help you with something, then the nature of the relationship will change, understand?"

"Yes, yes, yes, it's our fault. Old Liu, please don't make things difficult for Director Li."

Xu Fugui reacted quickly and quickly pulled his bangs.

It is a mistake to accept gifts to get things done. Originally, you were just recommending yourself, but if you bring gifts, it becomes bribery.

The reason why Li Jiandong hired them was because he knew them well and they did have some abilities.

Otherwise, no matter how many gifts you give him, he would never agree. After all, the last thing Li Jiandong lacks is money.

(End of this chapter)