Chapter 106: Chance Encounter with Mine Director Chen

After Xiao Guo heard me finish speaking,

there was no reaction,

they only sneered once.

Standing up, they glanced at Er Ying and Tong Qing, then walked out of the house.

I also ignored Xiao Guo,

I said to Xiao Long: "Contact a care center and send Aunt Er Ying and Tong Qing's younger brother there. The company will cover the cost. If they keep living like this at home, they'll probably be done."

Xiao Long nodded.

I cast a glance at this house full of trash,

let out a long sigh, and, leaning on a cane, slowly went downstairs.

I originally intended to call a meeting with the leaders of Qi He Kuang, but I felt it was no longer necessary.

Stop, keep stopping.

This benefits the plan Xiao Feng and I have.

After Xiao Long finished the contact, they accompanied me downstairs.

Upon reaching the ground floor,

I exhaled a long breath; the smell inside Xiao Guo's house was too unbearable.

A house like this truly offers no way for anyone to return.

It's simply not a place for normal people; Xiao Guo's original recruitment of Er Ying was a mistake, yet that mistake was fundamentally unavoidable.

Who made us poor back then,

Xiao Guo managed to find Er Ying, but it was through a three‑family marriage swap, using his sister to bring her back. Otherwise his sister wouldn't have married Wang Changguang.

Everything is fate,

Each person has their own fate,

No one knows what the future holds, including myself now,

I also don't know what will happen to Da Heng Group tomorrow.

At this moment I looked up at the scorching sun in the sky,

emitting intense light that illuminated the earth.

I really want to shout,

Sun, why is our destiny like this, busy every day with no result.

But the sun gave no answer.

When the sun shone on my body, I felt much better.

Leaning on my cane, I walked toward the car,

when suddenly I saw a familiar figure,

He glanced at me twice, then quietly slipped around from the side.

I hurriedly shouted at him: "Hello Mine Director Chen, I am Zhao Jianqiang, why don't you recognize me?"

Mine Director Chen had to come over and extend his hand

"So Chairman Zhao has arrived, hello."

I shook hands with Mine Director Chen.

"Mine Director Chen, what are you busy with?" I asked.

"Retired old man, what are you busy with, just going downstairs for a stroll. Chairman Zhao, what's wrong with your leg?" Mine Director Chen asked.

"A few days ago, I was in a car accident. My leg was seriously injured and hasn't healed. Sigh, Qi He has halted production, so I came to take a look," I said with a sigh.

"The market conditions are poor, take good care, Chairman Zhao. I have other matters. I'll leave now," Mine Director Chen said, then turned to leave.

I knew Mine Director Chen was still angry with me; when Zhao Xiaoguo was appointed Mine Director back then, he had a hundred objections.

He went specifically to the Group Company to argue with me. Mine Director Chen is a straightforward person; he says whatever is on his mind.

But at that time I couldn't take anyone's words.

I considered myself a god; in doing anything, I didn't need to listen to others' opinions at all.

Mine Director Chen, in anger, retired early.

He no longer participated in Qi He Kuang's affairs.

Mine Director Chen was a very righteous man; back then, to save me, he was willing to have explosives tied to his body and step forward.

Otherwise I would have been captured by Bai Hu, the brother of Bai Lang.

Those events I will never forget.

Seeing Mine Director Chen, I realized that for some of my mistakes, I must sometimes pay the price myself.

I hurriedly said, "Mine Director Chen, don't go. Can we talk in the car?"

"Chairman Zhao, I'm just a retired old man; what is there to talk about? You're so busy, don't waste time beside me," Mine Director Chen said politely.

Then he still wanted to leave.

At this moment I suddenly shouted loudly, "Mine Director Chen, I know what mistake I made. Can't you forgive me?"

"Mine Director Chen, you don't consider yourself, but also consider the brothers who go down the mine shaft at Qi He Kuang, please."

After I finished speaking,

Mine Director Chen was stunned,

then said, "Chairman Zhao, what is there for me to consider? Qi He Kuang has halted production, it's not my responsibility.

Moreover, the big guys not getting meals is Da Heng Group's issue.

I really am retired, old now."

You're not old, Mine Director Chen, I know you're still angry with me.

At that time I didn't listen to your advice, I stubbornly insisted on making Zhao Xiaoguo the Mine Director, which created today's situation.

Now saying any words of regret is too late.

If I'm wrong, I will admit it.

Mine Director Chen, I'm sorry; I shouldn't have lost my temper with you back then.

I said sincerely.

Mine Director Chen saw me like that and felt a bit embarrassed.

"Chairman Zhao, what kind of talk is this? You can't admit fault to me. Oh dear, you can still call me this old man, that's fine. Alright, alright, let's go chat in the car," Mine Director Chen laughed.

I quickly asked Xiao Long to open the car door,

Then Mine Director Chen and I sat inside the car, and Xiao Long turned on the air conditioning.

The business van was very cool.

I took out a cigarette case and gave it to Mine Director Chen,

Mine Director Chen took it,

and proactively lit it.

I said, "Mine Director Chen, you have been wronged over these years."

"Chairman Zhao, what kind of words are those? I have no grievances; retirement has made me relaxed," Mine Director Chen took a drag.

"But this retirement wasn't your original intention. I won't say more; furthermore, I still need to admit my mistake to you. Mine Director Chen, I want to discuss some private matters with you," I said with a smile.

"Go ahead, Chairman Zhao."

"So you're just idling at home, do you have any plans?" I asked.

"What plans? No one wants to hire me for work outside, so I can only wander around Qi He and fish every day," Mine Director Chen said.

"Alright then, Mine Director Chen, let me ask you a question: do you hope our Qi He Kuang does well?" I said.

"Chairman Zhao, that's a natural question; of course I hope so. My son and daughter both work in the mine. When they're on leave at home they have no income and are planning to go out to find work. They're almost dying of worry, but our worrying is useless; many things are beyond our control," Mine Director Chen shook his head helplessly.

I said, "Mine Director Chen, you and I both hope the Qi He Kuang recovers quickly. This Qi He Kuang has become a burden to the Da Heng Group, and your whole family relies on the Qi He Kuang for livelihood."

Mine Director Chen, the core of my talk with you today is to see the Qi He Kuang improve. As for how to do it, don't ask; I will figure out a way. But this will require your full cooperation.

Because we have worked together before, we trust each other deeply.

Mine Director Chen, everything I tell you is from the heart; I hope that when I need you, you will step forward, just as you have helped me in the past.

After hearing my words, Mine Director Chen became very excited,

"Chairman Zhao, you think highly of me. As long as you need me, I will give my all,"

"Really, I hope the Qi He Kuang does well. Our whole family depends on the Qi He Kuang for our livelihood."

"Take a look at the Qi He Kuang's family housing area; how many families are there."

"They all are counting on the Qi He Kuang."

"Chairman Zhao, as long as we can make the Qi He Kuang better, whatever you ask me to do, I am willing."

I patted Mine Director Chen's shoulder,

"Mine Director Chen, we are old friends now. No more words needed; just wait for my notice. I will definitely get Qi He Kuang back into production and revitalize it."

Mine Director Chen again clasped my hand and said, "Chairman Zhao, I trust you, trust your ability. As long as you personally take hold of something, there is nothing that won't succeed."

"Mine Director Chen, it's settled; we won't miss each other," I said, holding Chen's hand.

"We won't miss each other, Chairman Zhao," Mine Director Chen said happily.