aircannonsinc Chapter 835: Liu Haizhong’s Strange Thoughts
Chapter 835: Liu Haizhong’s Strange Thoughts
Gu Nan stood at the door of his house, looking at Yi Zhonghai calmly, frowned slightly and said, "If you have anything to say, just say it outside. I have a child at home. If you go in, she will be scared." There was a hint of unquestionableness in his tone, and it was obvious that he didn't want Yi Zhonghai to step into the house.
Yi Zhonghai opened his mouth and was about to say something when Liu Haizhong hurried over. In the past, Liu Haizhong always treated Gu Nan with indifference. After all, Gu Nan was just an ordinary resident in the courtyard, nothing special.
But things were different now. Gu Nan was now the deputy director of the steel mill and held considerable power. Although he wouldn't fire him right away, it would still be easy for him to cause trouble for him.
Liu Haizhong saw Yi Zhonghai carrying a lot of bags in his hands at a glance, and couldn't help but speculate in his heart, thinking that Yi Zhonghai was preparing to give Gu Nan a gift. He thought, it seems that he should act quickly to give a gift. After all, even Yi Zhonghai, who is so self-righteous, has lowered himself to give a gift. If he doesn't give it, if Yi Zhonghai and Gu Nan reconcile because of this, he will be in trouble. If things go wrong, Yi Zhonghai will replace him and become the boss of the courtyard. If Yi Zhonghai really becomes the boss, with his temper, who knows how he will make things difficult for him.
Back then, Liu Haizhong hadn't been afraid of Yi Zhonghai. The deaf old lady in the backyard had already been dealt with, and in Liu Haizhong's view, Yi Zhonghai had no support in the courtyard anymore, so he wasn't a threat. But now the situation had changed. Once Yi Zhonghai and Gu Nan became friends, with Gu Nan's position in the factory, Yi Zhonghai's influence in the courtyard would surely increase significantly. By then, his position as the "big boss" would be in jeopardy.
Liu Haizhong had a flattering smile on his face. He looked at Gu Nan and said, "Deputy Director Gu, what are you doing here?" The smile seemed particularly flattering, in sharp contrast to his previous arrogance.
Gu Nan just smiled faintly and said, "It's nothing big, Master Yi just wants to talk to me about something." After that, he turned his gaze to Yi Zhonghai, as if waiting for Yi Zhonghai to speak.
Liu Haizhong wanted to try to get closer and say something else, but Yi Zhonghai stood there as if he was under a spell, not saying a word, with an awkward expression on his face. Seeing this, Liu Haizhong was even more certain that Yi Zhonghai was here to give gifts and seek peace. He became more and more anxious, thinking that he should go buy something for Gu Nan as soon as possible, and he couldn't fall behind on this matter.
Liu Haizhong stared at Yi Zhonghai and Gu Nan, neither of them even glancing at him, as if he were invisible. He felt a wave of loss and helplessness. He opened his mouth, wanting to say something, but swallowed it back. After a moment's reflection, he realized that staying any longer would be a waste of time, so he left in disgrace.
After Liu Haizhong left, Yi Zhonghai quickly turned around and looked at Gu Nan with a smile on his face, his eyes full of anxiety and expectation, and said: "Deputy Director Gu, you know me. My ability is definitely not just that of a third-level fitter. I am really unlucky today. I didn't perform well at all. Do you think you can give me another chance?" Yi Zhonghai rubbed his hands while speaking, looking uneasy.
Gu Nan looked at Yi Zhonghai calmly and said slowly, "Master Yi, I'm so sorry, I really can't do this. You know, all the workshop directors are watching here, and the entire evaluation process is open and transparent. I can't break the rules."
Yi Zhonghai didn't give up. He took a step forward and said almost pleadingly, "Deputy Director Gu, please be kind and give me another chance. Let me try again tomorrow. I promise I can show my true level. Look, I've been working diligently in the factory for so many years. Please be flexible."
Gu Nan shook his head firmly, his tone unquestionable: "Don't think about this anymore. I won't give you another chance. Everyone only has one chance. If you didn't seize it, it's too late to say anything now."
Yi Zhonghai wanted to continue arguing and trying to convince Gu Nan, but Gu Nan smiled and interrupted him, saying, "I want to eat, Master Yi. It's not that I'm unkind, it's just that the factory rules cannot be broken. I've already given you a chance, but you didn't seize it. You should understand this." With that, Gu Nan raised his foot and prepared to leave.
Seeing this, Yi Zhonghai hurriedly picked up the gift placed aside, quickly chased after him and said, "Deputy Director Gu, look, these are all gifts I bought specially for you. They are just a token of my appreciation. Please accept them." He held the gift in both hands and handed it to Gu Nan, his eyes full of flattery.
Gu Nan shook his head again and said seriously, "Master Yi, I won't take these things. I will report your case to the higher-ups truthfully. As for whether they will give you another chance, that has nothing to do with me. I can only do my best to follow the rules."
Yi Zhonghai was unwilling to give up and tried to force the gift on Gu Nan, but Gu Nan dodged it and walked straight into the house without taking it. Yi Zhonghai wanted to say something else, but Gu Nan didn't even turn around and ignored him.
Yi Zhonghai watched Gu Nan's departing figure, helplessly lowering his hand, his heart filled with dejection. He knew that he was probably only a third-level fitter. The thought filled him with despair. Not only would he be unable to hold his head up at the steel mill, but he would also be laughed at in the courtyard. How could he possibly live like this? Dejected, he took his things and walked back with heavy steps.
When Gu Nan returned home, Ran Qiuye saw him and noticed that he looked a little strange. She couldn't help but ask curiously, "What's going on? Why did Yi Zhonghai suddenly give you a gift? Did something happen here?"
Gu Nan walked into the house, sat on the sofa, and told him everything that happened at the steel mill. Finally, he couldn't help laughing and said, "I can't believe that Yi Zhonghai is only rated as a third-level fitter now. This is really interesting."
After hearing this, Ran Qiuye frowned slightly and looked at Gu Nan and said, "Gu Nan, you didn't do this, did you? It feels a bit too coincidental."
Gu Nan quickly shook his head and said seriously, "This matter really has nothing to do with me. Think about it, how could I possibly make Yi Zhonghai a third-level fitter? Unless he's already lost his former skills." With that, Gu Nan stood up and walked into the kitchen to prepare a meal. He felt that today was a day worth celebrating. After all, Yi Zhonghai's matter had gone his way, so naturally he had to cook a good meal and reward himself.