NFBE Chapter 153 Line up to welcome
Chapter 153 Line up to welcome
Xu Damao was chattering bad things about Chu Tian to the employees next to him, but he didn't expect that many employees would immediately stand up and confront him.
A burly worker said loudly, "Xu Damao, you are just sour grapes! Comrade Chu Tian is such an excellent person, and you just keep talking nonsense here." Another worker echoed, "That's right. During the month that Comrade Chu Tian went to the countryside, he went hunting to improve everyone's meals and provided free medical treatment. He is so kind. Moreover, he is a skilled doctor. We all remember that he saved Lao Li last time. We are all very grateful to Comrade Chu Tian. Unlike you, who only know how to put others down."
Upon hearing this, Xu Damao was immediately furious. He stiffened his neck and started to argue with the employee: "Hey! What do you know? Isn't Chu Tian just lucky? If I, Xu Damao, had his luck, I would definitely do better than him." The employee was not to be outdone and immediately hit back: "Just brag! If you, Xu Damao, were half as good as Chu Tian, we would all look at you with new eyes. But what about you? You only know how to scheme all day long and never do anything good."
The surrounding workers also accused Xu Damao, and everyone said something, making Xu Damao blush. Although Xu Damao was tough, he gradually lost his confidence under the accusations of everyone. He glared at Chu Tian fiercely, but did not dare to say anything else.
Chu Tian was surrounded by people and was very moved when he heard everyone speaking for him. He knew that what he did was what he should do, but he felt that it was worth it to be recognized and appreciated by everyone. He smiled and nodded to everyone to express his gratitude.
At this time, the atmosphere at the factory gate became even more heated. Everyone was happy for Chu Tian's return, but also dissatisfied with Xu Damao's behavior. In this 60s steel mill full of fireworks, people's emotions were so sincere and warm.
As everyone accused Xu Damao, Jia Dongxu felt more and more jealous. He felt that he had been working diligently in the factory, but had never received such attention and praise. Looking at Chu Tian, he couldn't help but mutter, "Humph, he just knows some medical skills and hunted some wild animals. What's so great about that? He might fall one day."
This was heard by a worker nearby who was usually fed up with Jia Dongxu's negative attitude. He immediately retorted: "Jia Dongxu, what are you talking about? Comrade Chu Tian has done so many good things for everyone, and not only are you not grateful, but you are also making sarcastic remarks here. If you have the ability, you can go to the countryside to seek benefits for everyone like Comrade Chu Tian did." Jia Dongxu's face turned pale, but he could not find any words to refute.
Liu Haizhong watched the debate from the sidelines, thinking secretly in his heart. He felt that he could take this opportunity to show off and maybe get the appreciation of the leader. So he cleared his throat, stood up and said: "Stop arguing! Comrade Chu Tian is indeed worthy of our learning. Everyone should take him as an example instead of arguing with each other here." However, his words did not have much effect, and everyone was still talking.
Yi Zhonghai looked at the chaotic scene and felt a little irritated. He felt that as an old worker in the factory, he had the responsibility to calm down the dispute. He walked into the crowd and said earnestly: "Everyone calm down. Comrade Chu Tian's performance is indeed outstanding, but we can't be jealous or quarrel about it. We should work together for the development of the steel mill, instead of fighting among ourselves."
Xu Damao felt more confident when he saw someone come out to smooth things over. He curled his lips and said, "Humph, Master Yi is right. I, Xu Damao, am not jealous of Chu Tian. I just think that people shouldn't praise him too much. If he makes a mistake in the future, won't that disappoint everyone?"
At this time, Li Huaide and the head of the purchasing department heard the noise and came over. Li Huaide frowned and said seriously: "What are you all doing? Comrade Chu Tian just came back, can't you give him a quiet welcome ceremony? What's the benefit of internal fighting? We should unite as one and work together for the construction of the steel mill."
Everyone fell silent when they heard Li Huaide's words. Chu Tian looked at this scene with a lot of emotion in his heart. He knew that the internal struggle in the steel mill had always existed, but he also hoped that everyone could put aside their prejudices and work together for a better future.
Li Huaide's words made the scene quiet, but the silence did not last long. Xu Damao was not convinced in his heart. Although he stopped talking, his eyes were full of dissatisfaction. He whispered to a few employees who were close to him: "Humph, Chu Tian is just lucky. Who knows when he will be unlucky. Director Li only knows how to favor him."
Some of the employees nodded slightly in agreement, while others looked hesitant. One of the braver employees whispered, "Xu Damao, don't talk nonsense. Chu Tian did a lot of good things." Xu Damao immediately widened his eyes when he heard it, "Good things? That can't be so glorious. If I, Xu Damao, have this opportunity one day, I will definitely do better than him."
Jia Dongxu was listening to Xu Damao's words, and his mind started to work again. He felt that Xu Damao had some truth in what he said, and Chu Tian was indeed very lucky. He quietly approached and said to Xu Damao in a low voice: "Xu Damao, you are right. Chu Tian was just lucky for a while." The two looked at each other and seemed to have found some resonance.
Yi Zhonghai watched them whispering and shook his head in his heart. He felt that these young people were impatient and only saw the glory of others but not their efforts. But he didn't want to get involved, so as not to cause trouble.
Liu Haizhong was thinking about how to use this opportunity to show himself. He felt that he should stand up and say something, which would not only show his fairness, but also let the leaders see his ability. So, he coughed and said loudly: "Everyone, stop talking nonsense. Comrade Chu Tian's achievements are obvious to all. We should learn from him instead of being jealous or making sarcastic remarks here. We are all part of the steel mill. We should unite and work together for the development of the steel mill."
However, his words were not recognized by everyone. Xu Damao and Jia Dongxu curled their lips and disagreed. Some employees who supported Chu Tian nodded and agreed with Liu Haizhong's words. For a moment, the atmosphere in the steel mill became subtle again.
At this time, the head of the purchasing department stood up. He looked at everyone seriously and said, "Everyone listen carefully. Comrade Chu Tian's performance is indeed worthy of our learning. During his purchase in the countryside, he not only completed the task, but also did a lot of good things for the local villagers. This is the pride of our steel mill. We should follow his example and work hard instead of fighting among ourselves. If anyone makes trouble again, don't blame the factory for dealing with it seriously."
The section chief's words made everyone silent. Everyone knew that the section chief was not joking. Xu Damao and Jia Dongxu did not dare to say anything more, but they were still unconvinced. Chu Tian looked at this scene and felt helpless. He did not expect that his return would cause so much controversy, but he also understood that this was the complexity of human nature. He secretly made up his mind to work harder in the future and prove his worth with practical actions.