Siheyuan: Starting from a Truck Driver

Faced with such a girl with such powerful fighting skills, who would dare to make fun of her?

Li Xiaodong looked confused: "What happened? I seemed to have fallen asleep just now, what happened?"

Li Zheng nodded in agreement: "Me too, I just fell asleep with Brother Xiaodong."

"This guy!"

...

Normally, Niu Yong seemed to be often taught a lesson by Niu Meng, but his mood recovered quickly. He looked at Li Xiaodong and Li Zheng, and a hint of wit appeared on his honest face.

"Expert Li, is your FAW factory interested in that design drawing?"

Li Zheng corrected: "It's not a blueprint, just a few trivial data issues."

"I don't care. Xiaodong belongs to the team, and his things are the property of the team. If you want to take them away, you have to leave something for us rough guys."

Niu Yong rested his elbows on the table, leaning forward, staring at Li Zheng with a pair of big eyes like copper bells.

"In order to hire the stingy old man in your design department, I extorted two large jars of highland barley wine! Now, how much is FAW prepared to pay for this design?"

Li Xiaodong had an illusion that the black tower-like sturdy man's eyes were flashing green light, and the scholar-like Li Zheng was like a fat sheep waiting to be slaughtered.

This team captain really has some skills.

...

Watching Niu Yong and Li Zheng bargaining there, the price dropped from twenty boxes of accessories to ten boxes. Li Xiaodong was quite happy at first and even joined in the bidding.

Facts have proved that knowledge is power, and people who achieve success through their own abilities are outstanding wherever they go. However, after a moment, he realized that something was wrong, as if he had become a commodity being traded, and was still counting other people's money.

No, I have to find a chance to reason with Niu Yong. After some negotiations, Li Xiaodong's wisdom was finally sold to Li Zheng by Niu Yong for five boxes of spare parts, and the latter was very proud. He called a maintenance team leader and ordered him to immediately list the spare parts, especially emphasizing that expensive ones, such as spark plugs, should not be included.

Li Zheng smiled with his eyes narrowed like the bottom of a beer bottle, and pulled Li Xiaodong to ask about the design problem. "Look,..."

In Li Xiaodong's opinion, those so-called difficulties were not worth mentioning at all. A few words of conversation solved Li Zheng's confusion. Li Zheng wrote down the data and ideas in a notebook and carefully put it into his backpack.

"Brother Xiaodong, with your skills, it's a waste for you to stay in the team. Are you interested in joining FAW?"

Li Xiaodong folded his arms and asked in a condescending manner: "Can you arrange an engineer position for me?"

This guy, he said engineer right away. How many engineers are there in the country? It's just a bargain! Li Zheng swallowed hard: "This is impossible. You also know that the hierarchy in FAW is strict, and engineers are divided into nine levels.

Levels 1 to 3 correspond to chief engineers, professors, researchers and academicians, as well as chief physicians;

Levels 4 to 6 correspond to deputy positions;

Levels 7 to 9 belong to the ranks of engineers, and even the lowest level 9 engineers must have a university degree.

I can apply to my superiors to arrange a substantial technician position for you.

In fact, this substantive technician position requires a secondary technical school degree.

I will report your request to the leadership, and I believe they will agree."

"boom!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Niu Zhen slammed his strong fist on the desk, his eyes wide open with anger: "Boy, how dare you poach my people in front of me!"

Just based on Li Xiaodong's ability to transform the water tank, we can't let him leave.

Niu Meng also stood up slowly: "Someone actually dared to rob our team!"

She was worried that Li Xiaodong would waver, so she quickly approached him and said:

"Don't be fooled by this guy. The actual technician level is 17, but the actual monthly salary is only 31 yuan, which is nowhere near as good as our team's income."

Of course Li Xiaodong was not tempted.

In later times, technical personnel in state-owned enterprises would indeed be sought after.

No need for excessive overtime and generous benefits.

As long as you work step by step, your retirement pension will be over ten thousand in a dozen years.

However, in this era, driver is the most sought-after position.

Moreover, Li Xiaodong, who has the ability to see through the sky, knows that a storm will sweep across the country in the near future.

I'm afraid only civilians are immune to the impact.

No matter how turbulent the outside world is, the people still live and work in peace and contentment and lead their lives as usual.

Of course, most importantly, he loves driving a big car on winding roads and enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way.

"Salary is not important. I prefer the atmosphere of the team." Li Xiaodong straightened his chest.

"Good boy, you are quite aware!" Niu Yong exclaimed.

Li Zheng realized that the conditions he could provide could not compare with those of the team, so he left with regret.

He planned to find opportunities in the future to transfer Li Xiaodong to FAW through other means.

It would be a waste of talent for a self-taught person with such ability to keep him in the team.

...

After the guests left, Niu Yong took Li Xiaodong's information and read it carefully. When he saw the last page, his eyes suddenly widened.

"You are indeed his son as Li Zhen said."

When Li Zhen was mentioned, Niu Yong's dark face immediately revealed a look of admiration.

“Brother Li is an amazing person.

Once, the truck's brakes failed. In order to protect the truck and the food, he did not let the truck rush into the ditch, but insisted on driving for a full two kilometers, and finally hit a big tree. "

Li Xiaodong nodded silently.

These days he has been sorting out the original owner's memories.

As I recall, my father became taciturn after returning from the battlefield.

He would suddenly wake up from a deep sleep at night and roar loudly.

For a period of time, he was even forced to move into the next room and locked the door.

He was too young to understand at that time and felt that his father was like a different person, which created a gap between the two of them.

Looking back, the father must have suffered a severe mental trauma on the battlefield and did not want his son to see his vulnerable side.

Or maybe he didn't want to hurt his son.

Whether it is towards his son, the country, or the factory, he is like a true Chinese man, silently enduring everything.

Even at the cost of life, it is worth it.

"If my son is a hero, then a man must stand tall and proud!

According to the fleet regulations, new drivers must first learn before they can start working."

As Niu Yong spoke, his voice gradually became lower.

This guy was nearly poached by FAW to be a technician. Does he still need to learn?

You can learn, but who will teach?

He smiled awkwardly, rubbed his hands and said: "You don't have to learn theoretical knowledge, Lao Bai in the team has a good relationship with your father, I will let him be your mentor.

You learn from him for a few months, starting with car repair and then practicing on the road.

Once you get your driver's license, I'll arrange a vehicle for you."

The driving license test in this era is much more difficult than in later generations.

First you have to learn how to repair a car, then take subjects one and three.

Especially for Subject 3, you not only have to run two laps on the road, but also have to drive a large vehicle through steep slopes and sharp turns.

The examination venue for Subject 3 in Beijing is located near Huling.

Normally, young people who want to learn to drive have to join a team first.

Only after learning from a master for a few years and getting his approval can you sign up for the exam in the name of the team.

Li Xiaodong understood Niu Yong’s good intentions.

In this era, the master doesn’t teach you for nothing.

Once a teacher, always a father. This is no joke.

The apprentice usually helps the master with chores and also has to send gifts to the master's home during festivals.

Even so, whether to teach or not depends on the master's mood.

If you meet a selfless master, you will make rapid progress; if you meet a selfish master, you will be in trouble.

Ma Hua has followed him for more than ten years, but he can't even prepare a complete banquet.

...

however.

Li Xiaodong is a man who possesses a ten thousand times experience system.

One car repair equals ten thousand times, one car drive equals ten thousand times.

Is there any exam that you can’t pass?

"Brother Yong, my father has taught me how to repair and drive a car privately, so why not let me give it a try?"

Niu Yong frowned.

Theory is one thing, and practical implementation is another.

It is impossible to master driving a truck without a few months of practice.

But considering that Li Xiaodong had just helped the team earn a lot of parts, it seemed inappropriate not to let him try.

He thought for a moment and nodded, “You are indeed a bit like your father’s stubbornness.

Our team has a maintenance workshop and a training ground.

As long as you can pass the practical test successfully, I will take you to take the test tomorrow."

Li Xiaodong: “Really?”

Niu Yong: "Everyone in the steel mill knows that I, Niu, always keep my word!"

Li Xiaodong stood up and wanted to go to the maintenance workshop, but was stopped by Niu Yong.

"Wait a minute, we'll talk about the actual combat later. First, draw the design drawing for the water tank modification.

I don’t think the workshop technicians are up to the task, so I’ll go ask a few masters to come and help.”

The water tank needs to be repaired as soon as possible to increase the loading capacity, and Lao Niu can't wait.

Faced with this request, Li Xiaodong naturally could not refuse. He took a piece of rough paper and started sketching.

The drawings he drew had neat lines, precise proportions, and clear markings, as if they were the product of modern CAD design.

Niu Meng looked for a long time and then quietly slipped out.

After Li Xiaodong finished drawing the blueprint, she came in holding an enamel pot and said, "Comrade Li Xiaodong, this is my tea for you. I was negligent just now and I want to formally apologize to you now."

Seeing the girl's serious expression, Li Xiaodong took the teacup and said, "I accept your apology!"

Hey, the color of the water in the tank seems a little strange, it's amber.

I took a bite and it was sweet and delicious.

Oh, honey was added!

The little girl is very thoughtful!

Niu Yong beside him also noticed it and curled his lips: "I want to try it too."

"Go pour it yourself!" Niu Meng glared and clenched his fists, scaring Niu Yong so much that he quickly put on a smile.

Watching their interaction, Li Xiaodong found it quite interesting.

This brother and sister pair is really unique.

...

Niu Zhen was ecstatic when he got the blueprints. He ran out in a hurry, with his baggy work clothes legs getting tangled.

Li Xiaodong followed Niu Meng to the maintenance workshop.

As soon as he walked out of the office, he stopped and asked curiously: "Comrade Niu Meng, why do girls want to work in the fleet?"

It’s not that he looked down on women. In that era, women could also hold up half the sky. The female workers in the factory were full of energy and were no less than men.

But driving a heavy truck is a very special job.

At that time, long-distance transportation often required two drivers, one driver and one co-driver.

Sometimes the journey is long and you have to camp outdoors for a night.

It's really not suitable for a grown girl.

Niu Meng understood his concerns and lowered his head and whispered, "I have a big appetite, and truck drivers earn more."

Have a big appetite?

Li Xiaodong glanced at Niu Meng.

This 1.6-meter-tall man has a thin figure and does not look like someone who has a huge appetite.

It is not convenient to ask too much about women's private affairs.

The two chatted for a while, and Li Xiaodong learned that Niu Meng joined the team half a year ago.

Her master is Niu Zhen, who has already obtained the qualification of co-pilot.

The convoy consisted of sixteen trucks, twenty-one official drivers, and more than thirty co-drivers.

There are five maintenance workers and two dispatchers.

The fleet belongs to the logistics department, and the team leader Niu Zhen is a section-level cadre.

However, my father once said that Captain Niu Zhen was a retired soldier who transferred to the fleet, not a retired cadre, so he should have joined the team as a worker.

Along the way, Niu Meng kept chatting like a happy little bird.

Seeing that Li Xiaodong didn't know much about the steel rolling mill, she took the initiative to give a detailed introduction.

The rolling mill was originally the Daxing Iron and Steel Plant in Loubancheng. It was nationalized after liberation and became the Third Rolling Mill after merging several small factories, with a level equivalent to that of a bureau-level unit.

There is a railway that leads into the factory from the east gate and runs through the entire factory. A small train loaded with steel raw materials enters the factory every day.

There are numerous workshops totaling forty to fifty, with the number of workers in each workshop ranging from three hundred to five hundred.

It is equipped with management level cadres such as workshop directors, deputy directors, and union chairmen.

The factory has a complete organizational structure, with a logistics department, factory office, power department, publicity department, material department, security department, etc.

The factory is self-sufficient and has its own employee hospital and a school for children, which covers elementary to high school education.

Affiliated units also include a non-staple food factory, a tool factory, a labor protection factory and a hospital.

It can be said that from birth to death, the steel rolling mill can take care of all life needs.

With more than 20,000 workers and their families, the total population is close to 70,000 to 80,000, comparable to the population size of a small town.

While chatting, the two walked into the maintenance workshop.

This is a single-story tiled house. The blue brick walls are covered with black oil stains, which sparkle colorfully under the sunlight.

The light inside the workshop is dim. As soon as you enter the door, you can see a dozen flickering red dots forming a circle.

In the center of the red dot, white smoke rises up, like the scene of an incense burner in a temple.

Li Xiaodong opened his eyes wide in surprise. How could someone dare to engage in superstitious activities in the factory?

Gradually adapting to the darkness, his pupils began to contract.

Li Xiaodong was speechless for a moment.

This is not an incense burner at all. It is clearly a group of old drivers sitting around and chatting happily.