The Fat Wife of the 1980s Awakens

Hearing this, Xu Xiufang glared at him fiercely and said firmly: "If you can't fix it, why don't you try to be the factory director? Aren't you always hoping that I will fail?"

This sentence made the deputy factory director speechless and his cheeks flushed red. He was about to refute but was interrupted by Chen Anping in time.

"I'll arrange for someone to buy the relay immediately."

Chen Anping's voice revealed his anxiety and urgency. He knew very well the importance of time to the factory.

Xu Xiufang nodded slightly, with a barely perceptible hint of satisfaction in her eyes, "Then I'll leave later."

"Let's have lunch together here." Chen Anping could not hide his excitement.

And for Xu Xiufang, this is exactly what she expected.

In the social circle of Zhijin County, Chen Anping's name is known to everyone. Being able to establish a good relationship with him will undoubtedly be of great help to her future career.

The calculations in her mind clattered like beads on an abacus, and she knew this was an opportunity that could not be missed.

"Come to my office for a cup of tea." Chen Anping's sincere invitation filled the air with an unusual atmosphere.

In the office, the fragrance of tea wafting from the purple clay teapot is refreshing and refreshing.

Xu Xiufang slightly opened her red lips and took a sip. The long-lost sweetness instantly bloomed in her mouth, like the first ray of sunshine in spring, warm and comfortable.

"Good tea." These two simple words are a heartfelt compliment.

Chen Anping slowly and methodically filled the purple clay teapot with a hint of surprise in his eyes, as if he couldn't believe his ears.

"Do you think this tea is good?" There was a hint of surprise in his tone. After all, this was the tea he roasted himself according to the secret recipe passed down from his ancestors, and outsiders often found it difficult to appreciate its subtlety.

Xu Xiufang put down the teacup, her eyes sparkling with wisdom. "Wild tea leaves are carefully hand-picked, then withered and roasted. The unique flavor is probably the tea maker's respect and persistence for nature and tradition. Every sip of tea is a reflection of ingenuity."

Every word touched Chen Anping's heart, forcing him to look at this seemingly weak but actually intelligent and talented woman with new respect.

The shrewd calculation in his eyes gradually faded, replaced by a desire for and passion for exploring the unknown world.

"It's unbelievable that you are also one of them."

There is a sense of surprise in this sentence, as if one has met a soulmate in the vast sea of ​​people.

Xu Xiufang suddenly had an idea. Since she had successfully ignited the other party's interest, why not strike while the iron is hot and build a bridge of friendship?

So, she deliberately pretended to be surprised, raised her thin eyebrows slightly, and flashed a cunning light in her eyes, "Director Chen, you are also involved in this field?"

This question is both a test and an invitation to get closer.

Upon hearing this, Chen Anping lowered his head slightly, a gentle smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, and his lips were gently pursed, with a hint of nostalgia and regret in his words, "This is the craft of tea making that has been passed down in our family for hundreds of years. However, the situation is unpredictable, the family business was interrupted, and I no longer have the opportunity to continue that life of making tea."

"I have an indissoluble bond with tea. If I have time in the future, I really hope to pick those tender green tea leaves myself, stir-fry and bake them myself, and seal this love and joy into small tea bags to give to my loved ones and friends. Of course, I will also keep some of it to savor the warmth from my fingertips to my heart."

Xu Xiufang's smile is bright but not dazzling, because she knows very well that true sincerity can often build the most solid bridge between people.

Chen Anping was secretly delighted and quickly responded, "That would be the best thing to do. If there is a chance, I will definitely take you to see the tea fields that our family once owned."

After that, he took out a thin envelope from the deep drawer of his desk. Inside it were five brand new hundred-dollar bills. He gently pushed it in front of Xu Xiufang and said, "Today's matter is thanks to your help. This is a small token of my appreciation. Please accept it. Also, thank you for your precious time."

Xu Xiufang was also curious about the "sincerity" in the envelope. If it was just a small amount, she might be happy about this sudden surprise.

But she had a long-term vision and knew that such a gift could not be accepted lightly.

"I won't touch this money. I think we are compatible, so why don't we just be friends? If you need any help in the future, just let me know."

After a brief silence, Xu Xiufang decided to come straight to the point. Since the atmosphere was right, why not express her intentions directly?

"In the future, if I encounter any problems at work or in life, if Director Chen can lend a hand and provide some advice or opportunities, then our friendship will truly take root."

Before Chen Anping could respond, Xu Xiufang raised the teacup in her hand and said with a smile: "Then, let's use tea instead of wine. I wish us a happy cooperation in the future."

Her frankness almost made Chen Anping laugh. It turned out that what she was looking for was not just money, but also the extensive network of contacts and resources behind her. She was truly a thoughtful and far-sighted woman.

"Okay, cheers!" Chen Anping agreed cheerfully. The two of them clinked their glasses together, and the crisp sound seemed to leave a hint of expectation in the air.

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After some communication, the relay problem that had troubled them for a long time was finally solved. Xu Xiufang pushed the tool cart and prepared to say goodbye.

Chen Anping personally saw her off to the door, his reluctance to part with her evident in his words.

"I have taken note of the ideas you proposed today. At the next work meeting, I will make your name the focus of everyone's discussion and let your talents shine in the county."

His directness and frankness caught Xu Xiufang off guard and caused ripples in her heart.

"Friends should support each other. It's time for more people to see your technical prowess and profound knowledge."

As Chen Anping spoke, he held her hand tightly again. His firmness and sincerity moved Xu Xiufang so much that she nodded.

Leading the children onto the vehicle, she felt an irrepressible surge of excitement.

This chance encounter opened a door to endless possibilities for her, a great opportunity where she didn’t have to worry about losses, only gains.

Zhijin County, a place caressed by the warm autumn sun, has a light industrial sector that is like a dense net. In the center of this net, the Xiafeng Garment Factory stands proudly, injecting vitality into the economic veins of the entire county.

Chen Anping's status among his fellow workers is self-evident; his recommendation is almost equivalent to a gold certificate.

If Chen Anping really mentioned Xu Xiufang's name at the upcoming workers' gathering, it would undoubtedly pave a road full of opportunities for her.

For those mechanical problems with high technical content and complex processes, factory managers may no longer need to look for experts everywhere, but can instead find Xu Xiufang directly. This is not only a shrewd calculation of costs, but also a significant improvement in efficiency, a rare win-win situation.