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

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"I'll pass on the drinking; I still have work to do at the factory this afternoon."

"I came to tell you that He Yuzhu's job has been settled. Tell him to come to the factory to report to me this afternoon. Make sure you make it clear to him this time that he should work hard at the factory and not cause any more trouble!"

Director Yang adopted an arrogant attitude, wanting to regain the dignity he had lost at the factory.

"Really, Director Yang? I knew you could handle this. When it really matters, the director of the factory has the final say!"

"Don't let Li Xiangdong's seemingly powerful demeanor at the factory fool you; he'll still do whatever you say!"

Yi Zhonghai was overjoyed upon hearing this and proceeded to boast to Director Yang.

"Well... after all, they are factory leaders. Some things can be resolved by communicating with them."

"Alright, there's food at the cafeteria, so I won't eat here. You should hurry up and inform He Yuzhu."

At this moment, Director Yang's vanity reached its peak. He really didn't expect Li Xiangdong to agree so readily, making him feel for the first time that his words still had some effect.

Chapter 274 He Yuzhu Returns to the Factory in Excitement

"Alright, it's just that you came in a hurry today, and I didn't prepare anything. Next time, let's contact each other in advance, and I'll have my husband cook a nice meal for you!"

"I'm not in the mood for food anymore. Let's go to Sha Zhu's room and explain the situation to him!"

"Don't worry, I will definitely tell him that Director Yang got this job for him!"

Yi Zhonghai said excitedly, and after seeing Director Yang off, he began looking for He Yuzhu.

He searched the yard for a long time but couldn't find He Yuzhu. Unexpectedly, the kid came back from outside the yard a few minutes later.

"Silly Zhu! Where did you run off to, kid? I've been looking for you for ages!"

"What else could I do but look for a job..."

He Yuzhu replied dejectedly that one bad thing after another had been happening recently, and he was really struggling to cope.

"Come here, 683, come to my room!"

Yi Zhonghai waved to He Yuzhu, who didn't think much of it and followed Yi Zhonghai into the house.

"That's why everyone says you're lucky, you fat-headed, big-eared fellow. Follow me, and I'll solve everything for you!"

"Director Yang just came by. You should hurry back to work this afternoon. Stop wandering around looking for jobs. What job is as good as working for the government?"

Yi Zhonghai was sitting in a chair with his legs crossed, looking as if he had accomplished something great.

"Really, sir? I've had enough bad luck lately, so please don't make fun of me!"

He Yuzhu was skeptical; he really couldn't believe that Yi Zhonghai, who had been away from the factory for so long, could still accomplish such a big thing.

"Director Yang left me less than ten minutes ago!"

"Fine, fine, believe it or not, after this (cgcb), I'll tell Director Yang that He Yuzhu has found a better place and looks down on the meager salary at the factory!"

Yi Zhonghai's face hardened, and he immediately became unhappy.

"No, sir... please... please don't be angry..."

"Then... I'll be there in a bit. Don't worry, I'll definitely do my best this time and won't let you down!"

Seeing Yi Zhonghai's demeanor, He Yuzhu felt that he wasn't talking nonsense, so he quickly started flattering him again.

"However... this time when you go to the factory, you'll have to learn to choose sides."

"Choose a side? Choose which side?"

He Yuzhu scratched his head, somewhat not understanding what Yi Zhonghai meant.

“Li Xiangdong has too much power in the factory now. He’s only a section chief and he’s already bullied us like this. If he ever climbs to the position of factory director, then my apprentice and I will be completely ruined.”

"So...you mean...you want me to stand on Director Yang's side and work with him to deal with Li Xiangdong."

He Yuzhu, who is usually clumsy, finally showed some cleverness for once.

"Okay, it's good that you realize that."

"Go and do your best. I begged Director Yang for ages to get you this job opportunity, so you absolutely can't let me down!"

"Your junior brother Zhang Feng probably won't be out anytime soon. I'm getting old and there's nothing left for me to strive for. As long as you're doing well, your old lady and I will have something to look forward to!"

Yi Zhonghai spoke earnestly, his words implying that he wanted He Yuzhu to appreciate his kindness and take good care of the elderly couple in their old age.

"Don't worry, sir. As long as I, He Yuzhu, have a bite to eat, I will definitely treat you and auntie well!"

"I'll pack up first, and then I'll hurry to the factory to report to Director Yang!"

He Yuzhu said with a smile, and then hurried home to wash up and get ready.

He Yuzhu used to be fed up with the steel rolling mill when he went to work every day. But after losing his permanent job at the steel rolling mill, he now longs for it again.

After carefully tidying up his home, He Yuzhu happily went to the factory manager's office.

"Director Yang... I... my master sent me to the factory to find you..."

"Oh, He Yuzhu, you're here pretty early. There's still half an hour before the afternoon shift starts."

Factory Director Yang, who was resting in his office, seemed to be disturbed by He Yuzhu. He glanced at the time and sat up impatiently.

"I'm so excited to be back at work, so I came a little early..."

He Yuzhu scratched his head somewhat embarrassedly.

"Don't wait here. Go straight to the workshop and find Section Chief Li. See what task he assigns you."

Factory Director Yang remained indifferent.

"workshop?"

"Director Yang, I... I used to be a canteen worker... Why was I assigned to the workshop?"

Upon hearing the word "workshop," He Yuzhu became somewhat displeased.

After all, working in the canteen is a lucrative job, more respectable than being a factory worker, and it can even provide some extra food for your family when needed.

"The cafeteria? Are you kidding me? Didn't your master, Lao Yi, tell you that you're going back to work in the workshop?"

"Besides, the canteen is a one-person-one-position system; you can't just throw anyone in. This steel mill isn't my family's business..."

Factory Director Yang asked incredulously, in his eyes He Yuzhu's behavior was simply shameless.

Chapter 275 Enemies Team Up

"But... I'm still better at cooking..."

He Yuzhu paused for a moment before speaking, still trying to advocate for himself.

"Good at cooking? You got plenty of complaints when you worked in the cafeteria..."

"Don't tell me you used to be a canteen worker. When you left the factory, you were a toilet cleaner. Or should I let you go back to cleaning toilets?"

"We're short-staffed for this job in the workshop, so you can fill in. If you don't want to do it, I have plenty of people who are willing to take the job."

After saying that, Director Yang sat down at his desk and began to pretend to work, ignoring He Yuzhu.

"Director Yang, please...please don't be angry...I'll go to the workshop to report to Section Chief Li right away."

"Oh, right... my master told me, don't worry, I will always stand by your side!"

He Yuzhu bowed and said apologetically, then slowly walked out of the factory director's office, making sure to close the door gently behind him.

It must be said that He Yuzhu's last two sentences did make Director Yang feel a little better.

"Xu Damao, your teammate is here."

During the lunch break, all the workers were leaning against something in the workshop when Li Xiangdong noticed He Yuzhu swaying as he walked over and said something.

"Huh? Who?"

"What...Idiot Zhu?"

Half-asleep, Xu Damao opened his eyes, and upon taking a closer look, he was immediately stunned.

"Section Chief Li... Factory Director Yang asked me to come and report to you..."

He Yuzhu didn't notice Xu Damao in the crowd and walked straight towards Li Xiangdong.

Although he really didn't want to work under Li Xiangdong, being a factory worker was better than continuing to clean toilets, so he had no choice but to force a smile and pretend to be polite when facing Li Xiangdong.

"Right now, the workshop is assembling machinery and equipment. You're working in pairs, and this is your teammate."

"Given that you two have little experience, you can hold off on work today. This afternoon, carefully observe how the other workers operate the equipment. You'll officially start working next Monday."

Li Xiangdong said calmly, and He Yuzhu followed the direction Li Xiangdong pointed and saw Xu Damao, who also looked disdainful.

"why you?"

"Section Chief Li... how are we supposed to work like this...?"

Working under one of his arch-enemies and partnering with another arch-enemy was a nightmare for He Yuzhu.

"What's wrong? Do you think I wanted to be in a group with you?"

"You're always acting like a fool, there's no way I can work well with you around!"

Xu Damao, equally unconvinced, stood up and retorted.

"If you two want to fight, you'd better go outside and not disturb the other workers' rest."

"Of course, you can also choose not to do it and go home now."