Siheyuan: Returning to 61 to collect waste

Realizing that it was almost noon, he suggested that everyone go to the cafeteria for lunch. Li Zhiyong was also pulled over and they walked towards the restaurant together.

While waiting in line for their meals, they were all surprised at the dishes.

The canteen serves two dishes every day: spicy fried potato slices and braised pork. Everyone who comes to eat can enjoy a long-cooked egg and braised pork stew. "Xiao Ye, how did you know that the two bosses would have a meal at our business site?" Wang Zhiyong asked puzzledly.

Ye Chuan smiled and explained: "Director Wang, I discovered it by accident.

The canteen will serve food as usual, with no special treats.”

"Are your meals usually so sumptuous?" Deputy Director Li exclaimed in amazement. Even the canteens of their branch offices dared not be so luxurious, yet a small business station had such sumptuous meals.

Then, Ye Chuan explained: "Director, we have a food fund, which is extracted from the rewards for waste products, and combined with appropriate subsidies to ensure that employees have adequate nutrition." Make sure that senior management understands that the focus is on satisfying everyone's nutrition rather than simply eating meat.

After lunch, the three said goodbye and returned to their respective seats.

Starting from next Monday, Ye Chuan will officially take office as the top director here.

Throughout the afternoon, Director Hu was busy with various handovers with him in the office and reminding him of things that needed attention.

While his superiors awarded Ye Chuan the position of director, the nomination for deputy director was left to him because he was in charge of a brand new attempt.

It was around four o'clock in the evening when Director Hu finished all his work and completed the handover in the position he had served for many years.

From now on, Ye Chuan will become the unique director here. He can let go and carry out drastic reforms on both sides.

As it was getting close to getting off work, Tong Yao rode her bike to the station. Ye Chuan told her that he would visit an elder in the evening, but did not specify who it was.

When Tong Yao stepped into his office, she found Ye Chuan scribbling on paper with a pen in his hand.

Since he was entrusted with overall responsibility, he needed to bring about some changes. Didn't the two deputy directors say they were willing to make mistakes? Then they should make a complete change!

Although the small cooperative in Luoguxiang covers a large area, its planning is disorganized, with all kinds of goods mixed together. The first floor is entirely used to sell grain, vegetables, fruits and sundries, while the spacious second floor is idle as an office area, which is a waste of space.

There were also mountains of goods piled up in the warehouse, some of which were piled outside the courtyard, occupying a lot of space.

In the past, he was just an outsider to the cooperative and naturally did not need to give much advice; but now, as the new director, solving these problems is a top priority.

Seeing Ye Chuan frowning and the ashtray piled with cigarette butts, Tong Yao stood up and cleaned it up, poured out the cigarette butts, and then poured him a glass of water.

Ye Chuan looked up and saw her, then remembered his visit in the evening. He checked the time and it was already five o'clock, so he packed up his things and prepared to leave.

When I went downstairs, the employees had already left.

Ye Chuan rode the 26-inch bicycle and took Tong Yao towards the Xu family.

Tong Yao, who was wearing long johns and a down jacket, didn't feel cold sitting in the back seat. She hugged Ye Chuan's waist tightly and put her arms in his coat pockets to keep warm. "Ye Chuan, which elder's house are we going to? Why haven't you mentioned this person before?" Ye Chuan pedaled lightly, not feeling the cold, and smiled back. "I met an elder last summer, and he helped me a lot.

Because of our wedding matters, it is inconvenient for him to come, so I will take you to see it."

Tong Yao responded, "Oh." She had doubts in her heart but did not ask: Why couldn't this elder come to the wedding?

After Ye Chuan pedaled faster for about 20 minutes, Tong Yao suggested distressedly: "If you are tired, let me ride instead?" However, Ye Chuan smiled and said: "You are not strong enough, you will reach the end soon.

Don't worry, I can still hold on!"

A few minutes later, they arrived in front of a two-story building.

After getting off the car, Tong Yao looked at the building in front of her with a surprised expression. "Ye Chuan, your elder doesn't seem ordinary, right?"

He parked his bike in a corner, took off his gloves, picked up his bag and said with a smile: "Not only is it extraordinary, you will see more later." He also joked, "In your eyes, I am so beautiful and my smile is so intoxicating every time."

Tong Yao pushed him lightly and said "hateful" with a smile, her face filled with joy.

Ye Chuan said to her, "To be honest, it's not okay?" Then Tong Yao glanced at him with a smile and asked, "Are you going to bring any gifts?"

Ye Chuan said nonchalantly, "I didn't bring anything special, just some candy for our wedding." Then he added casually, "Don't worry too much."

Then, they walked into the yard hand in hand, smiling and knocked on the door.

Soon, the door was pushed open, and Tong Yao saw a woman about fifty years old standing at the door.

Seeing that the person coming was Ye Chuan, the woman said with a friendly smile: "Xiao Ye, you are here? Is this your girlfriend? Oh, she is so beautiful! I thought you were bragging, but it turns out you are quite modest!"

Ye Chuan smiled and said, "Hello, Auntie, this is my lover, Tong Yao."

"You are Yaoyao, right? Just follow Xiaoye and call me Auntie.

Come quickly, it's cold outside." Madam Xu quickly welcomed them in.

Tong Yao politely called her "Auntie" and then went into the house.

Old Xu sat on the sofa leisurely and looked over, smiling: "Xiao Ye is quite punctual, I thought you would wait another ten minutes! If you want to eat my Sichuan cuisine, you must ride fast."

Behind Ye Chuan, Tong Yao looked at Old Xu in surprise. She was very familiar with this old man and saw his name in newspapers and on TV almost every day.

His heart was filled with emotions. It turned out that the senior that Ye Chuan was talking about was the highly respected Mr. Xu in front of him!

After asking about Xu Laohao, Tong Yao sat on the sofa with Ye Chuan, looking a little nervous.

Old Xu looked at Tong Yao, nodded with satisfaction, and said, "Well, not bad.

Young people should do this. Having a stable family first will be more conducive to the pursuit of career success. With a strong backing, your road will be wider. "Ye Chuan also echoed and smiled, expressing his full agreement.

Old Xu laughed heartily and said, "When I first heard you say how wonderful your daughter-in-law was, I was skeptical. But when Chen came back and said she was a fairy on earth, I really believed it.

Xiaoye, don’t you think so? "

After Ye Chuan got to know Mr. Xu, he found that his image was not limited to being a strict boss. Sometimes, appropriate humor could make people feel close to him. "Mr. Xu, do you doubt my judgment?" he said, teasing with a smile.

Old Xu tapped Ye Chuan with his finger and replied with a smile: "My boy, I will give you a calligraphy piece. Although it is not as good as yours, it is the same idea I wrote - 'match made in heaven'.

Don’t despise me.”

Then, Mrs. Xu picked up a piece of rice paper from the small table next to her and handed it to Ye Chuan.

The two men spread out the paper, on which were written four eye-catching characters: "A match made in heaven". They praised: "What great calligraphy! Mr. Xu's calligraphy is profound and full of charm. I am ashamed of myself."

When I get back, I’ll ask someone to frame it and hang it at home.”

"Hey, little guy, I believed you before, but now seeing your calligraphy skills, I feel that I can't beat you!" Old Xu sighed.

Tong Yao glanced at her husband, remembering her grandfather's guidance since she was a child. Her calligraphy was decent, but far inferior to that of Mr. Xu.

Listening to what Mr. Xu said, she was deeply surprised that her husband's calligraphy was so outstanding.

She thought to herself that when she first met Ye Chuan, she thought he was just an ordinary scrap collector, but now she found that he was such a treasure and she was constantly surprised.

It is still unclear how many surprises are waiting in the future, and Tong Yao is full of anticipation.

Ye Chuan carefully put away the rice paper and said to Mr. Xu seriously, "Mr. Xu, your calligraphy is naturally profound because you are an insider. My calligraphy imitates the ancients. Although it is delicate, it is not ingrained in my bones. How can it compare with your richness and charm? Your calligraphy is like a work polished by time. Every word has deep meaning and the weight of years. Even after twenty years, you and I still cannot reach your level."

Mr. Xu was surprised at first, but then he couldn't help laughing, his eyes revealing appreciation, satisfaction, and even complacency.

He could see that Ye Chuan's calligraphy was truly of the style of a master, and he was extremely happy to receive such praise.

Ye Chuan nodded and confirmed: "Yes, people from the district branch have been here this morning."

"Having you take over as the leader this time will put some pressure on Xiangdong.

The management of the grassroots supply and marketing cooperatives is rather scattered, but you have a quick mind and can achieve remarkable results. You can use the hard work of the business points to achieve substantial development within a year."

"Don't worry, Mr. Xu. I already have a preliminary plan. I'll put it in written form for you to review after I've sorted it out." Ye Chuan promised.

Old Xu waved his hand, indicating that this was Dong Xiang's business: "This is not within my jurisdiction. If you have any questions, go directly to Xiang Dong for discussion.

In addition, Xiao Yu and Xiao Hong from the headquarters are both creative and capable leaders. As long as the proposal you put forward is reasonable and beneficial, they will definitely fully support you. "

Ye Chuan nodded to show his understanding. Mrs. Xu came over and said with a smile, "Old man, the food is ready. Tell the children to come and eat."

When Old Xu stood up, Ye Chuan hurriedly helped him up, but waved him away with disdain: "Boy, I'm not old enough to need someone to support me!"

Mrs. Xu rolled her eyes and scolded her husband: "Xiao Ye was well-intentioned, but you took it for granted!" Hearing this, both of them laughed and followed the couple into the restaurant. "Xiao Ye, I know you like Sichuan cuisine, so I specially asked the chef to show his full skills for you to taste. Has he improved again?" After sitting down, Mr. Xu said with a smile on his face.

Before Ye Chuan sat down, he poured wine for everyone: "Mr. Xu is an expert, I am just a theorist, not on the same level as you, so I dare not make any comments."

Hearing these words, Mr. Xu couldn't help but sigh: "Xiao Ye, through our conversation, your success is not a fluke! You are full of energy, strong in ability, and you also know the art of speaking. Such a talent is rare."

Ye Chuan smiled and said, "Mr. Xu, are you praising me or scolding me for being tactless?" He made a self-deprecating comment.

Mrs. Xu picked up a piece of meat for each of them and said with a smile, "Xiao Ye, the old man is praising you. There are so many people coming to our house for dinner, and you are the only one who can make the host so happy."