Siheyuan: The Qing Dynasty is back

At noon, the workers rushed to the canteens.

Yesterday, everyone heard that there would be seafood at the factory for lunch.

For the workers who had not eaten meat for several months, this was a huge surprise.

So at noon, everyone came eagerly to line up for food.

The cafeteria also prepared plenty of food for everyone at noon today.

Multi-grain steamed bread, served with seafood stew, and He Daqing asked the kitchen to cook a pot of kelp soup.

Such a configuration can be said to be very luxurious.

The workers who got the food immediately started eating it with big mouthfuls.

Many people are reluctant to eat it themselves, so they carefully taste it, then cover the lunch box and take it home to feed their wives and children.

He drank some kelp soup and ate some steamed bread.

People of this generation are basically simple and unpretentious. They are more family-oriented and down-to-earth.

In short, this seafood stew raised the reputation of the steel mill leaders among the workers to a very high level.

Director Yang, along with a group of leaders, personally visited the canteens to check and listen to the workers' praises. He was so happy.

Just after dinner, Director Yang called He Daqing and asked him to go to the office for a meeting.

There was no other choice, He Daqing could only go to the meeting with his notebook, a Huazi cigarette in his mouth and a cup of tea in his hand.

When we arrived at Director Yang's office, Director Huang, Li Huaide and others who were nearby were already sitting inside.

Li Huaide saw He Daqing, waved to him and motioned him to sit next to him.

He Daqing didn't think much about it and sat next to Li Huaide. This made Director Huang on the side envious.

He has worked in this steel rolling mill for his entire life, but is not as well off as He Daqing, who has only been here for a few months. Who can he go to for justice?

Director Yang saw that everyone had arrived, so he said, "I'm sure everyone knows what happened in the cafeteria today. We did a very good job this time. Not only did we spend less money, but we also did a great job."

"However, it is still very difficult to carry out this matter for a long time. First of all, there is the issue of freshness preservation mentioned by Master He. This is also the most critical. Can everyone think of any way to solve it?"

Director Yang's words made everyone present fall into deep thought. Everyone knew the difficulties, but it was not so easy to solve them.

Seeing that no one was talking, He Daqing thought for a moment and said, "Director Yang, I have also thought about this issue carefully in the past few days. I think we can make some adjustments in the following aspects, which may have some effect."

When Director Yang heard that He Daqing had an idea, he immediately said happily: "Okay, Master He, please tell us what you have thought of and we can discuss it together."

He Daqing said: "The first is the issue of preservation. Don't we have our own large ice storage here? When we go there, we can find some sturdy foam boxes or wooden boxes, wrap them with cotton cloth, and then fill them with ice."

"This way, we can bring the seafood back frozen with ice when we get there. The trip back and forth only takes four or five hours, so it should be of some use."

"Some need fresh seafood, and we can also put ice cubes into large barrels of seawater. I think this can also keep the seafood alive for a longer time."

After saying that, He Daqing looked at Director Yang.

Director Yang nodded and said, "This is a good idea. Anyway, we don't have much to put in the ice storage right now, so we can just make some more ice and have the driver take it over."

As he said this, he looked at Director Huang.

"Director Huang, you must handle this matter well. If you need any help, ask Director Li to arrange it for you."

Director Huang nodded and said, "Okay, don't worry, I will hurry up and get this done."

Director Yang looked at He Daqing again and said, "Master He, is there any other solution? Just tell me directly."

"The second method will require our transport team to work hard. Last time we asked, fishermen usually go out to fish in the morning and come back in the afternoon."

"I think our transporters should leave in the morning, buy seafood in the afternoon, and then rush back overnight. The temperature is low at night, so seafood is easier to preserve. Plus, it will be quicker, and when we get back, we can put the seafood in the freezer, which will have a better effect."

"Also, after a while, when the weather gets hot, they go out to sea at night and come back early in the morning. We can also go out at night and bring the fish back the next morning, just in time for lunch."

"These are the methods I thought of, but I don't know if they will work. Let's discuss them together."

Director Yang nodded with satisfaction and said, "Master He is indeed well-informed. The methods you think of are quite practical. Is there anything else you want to add?"

With He Daqing's introduction, the atmosphere on the scene became much more relaxed.

So, Li Huaide said, "I also think what Master He said is feasible, but I think it would be a bit difficult for us to carry ice cubes, boxes and buckets in one car."

"I think we should send two vehicles when we go out next time. This way we can transport more and it will be safer when we travel at night."

After Li Huaide finished speaking, Director Yang thought about it and nodded, "Well, Director Li's suggestion is not bad. It's quite chaotic outside now, so we still have to pay attention to safety."

"In that case, we will send two vehicles out. When the time comes, have the drivers, the buyers, and the financial staff accompanying them bring their weapons and ensure their own safety."

With the approval of Director Yang, the matter was finalized.

Then everyone started discussing the issue of food shortage.

Everyone found He Daqing’s suggestions last time very useful.

Another surprise this time was that Li Huaide transferred a batch of rice and corn from the northeast through his father-in-law. Although the quantity was not too much, it could alleviate the current urgent need.

This good news made everyone happy immediately.

It is not an exaggeration to say that it was timely rain.

Although it can alleviate some of the current problems, Director Yang still feels that it is necessary to make preparations for both scenarios.

He Daqing’s proposal to purchase tree bark, wild vegetables and the like cannot be left out.

In this way, several people discussed in Director Yang's office until mid-afternoon, and this small meeting ended.

When He Daqing and Li Huaide walked out.

Li Huaide said: "Master He, through these few times I have discovered that your mind is indeed very quick. It seems that no problem can stump you."

He Daqing said, "Director Li, you are exaggerating. If I were so capable, would I still be a small chef? I just went out for a walk and heard what others said."

Li Huaide laughed and said, "Indeed, it is a bit unfair to let you be a chef. If you were a cadre, you might have achieved something a long time ago."

He Daqing shook his head and said, "Forget it. I still think being a chef is better. There are not so many worries. And I also enjoy the process of cooking."

The two chatted for a while and then returned to their respective offices.

There are people specifically responsible for the specific tasks, and He Daqing basically has nothing to do with it.