[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio":3,"chapter-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-72":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Rich in the 70s: I Made a Rugged Veteran a Millionaire",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},891036,1166,"Chapter 72: The Play Begins","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-72",72,"\u003Cp>Although the two factory directors thought so in their hearts, their smiles and steps never paused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With many people and a lot of chat, a factory’s good reputation begins from here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng was even more sincere, undeterred by the intimidating looks from the two directors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She passionately invited them, introducing things as she went.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Factory Director Fang looked at Jiang Cheng, thinking: Her mental composure is truly impressive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Lu was also amazed, wondering how this young lady’s thick skin was developed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Invited by Jiang Cheng, the two directors sat down one after the other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other directors or representatives present all stood up, greeting each other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Factory Director Fang and Director Lu noticed that so many had come.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their feelings of embarrassment from being deceived weakened a bit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, considering the large audience, it’s hard not to be tempted by such an opportunity to shine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Factory Director Fang even thought, looking closely, Jiang Cheng indeed has some skills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone knows about the \"small conflicts\" between him and Director Lu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two love competing with each other, often taking things seriously, but only Jiang Cheng dared to take advantage of this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Also, wherever he goes, he hears about the evening school plays, which probably has something to do with Jiang Cheng as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To say the least, this girl’s mind and way of handling things are undoubtedly excellent, grasping the timing well too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Factory Director Fang was even a bit intrigued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He considered the idea of recruiting Jiang Cheng into the textile factory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such talent placed in their factory would surely yield twice the result with half the effort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The change from dislike to appreciation was instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for the previous \"not allowed inside,\" it’s unimportant!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Lu also thought a lot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those who became factory directors are not stupid, he understood Jiang Cheng’s little scheme and also developed a sense of appreciating talent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Factory Director Fang and Director Lu, these two competitive partners, found their thoughts in synchrony for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two exchanged a glance, with Director Lu first speaking:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Actually, Mr. Jiang does have some abilities, a good fit for our food factory.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Factory Director Fang instantly retorted, \"Have you no decency? You were glaring at her just now, and now she’s Mr. Jiang to you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two directors started their little argument again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before they could further compete, they both quickly stood up, wearing a standard smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was no other reason, Factory Director Sun from the machinery factory and a high-ranking leader arrived together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Factory Director Fang wondered: Why would the big leader come? Such importance?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Lu thought: This trip is worthwhile! And for Jiang Cheng to invite the big leader, that’s remarkable!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Factory Director Fang realized the same, intensifying his desire to recruit Jiang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Other representatives thought: This trip was worth it!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng was also slightly surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t know the big leader; if she guessed correctly, it was the upright Factory Director Sun who made an effort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng contained her thoughts, confidently leading the way forward, her demeanor appropriate and dignified, making even the big leader smile, appearing amiable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After some simple exchanges, everyone took their seats, and Jiang Cheng then took to the stage with a microphone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you to all the leaders, all the guests, dear neighbors, thank you for your support of the anti-abduction anti-scam propaganda play...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The evening school drama performance officially began.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After saying a few simple words, Jiang Cheng stepped off the stage, leaving it entirely to the students performing the play.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The drama comprised four acts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each act is a complete story of abduction, with connections between them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The script was written by Jiang Cheng, quickly drawing the audience into the plot, with eye-catching conflicts and contradictions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The audience below had an omniscient perspective, so they knew who the traffickers were.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They would become fully immersed as the plot deepened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When they saw the children see through the traffickers’ tricks, they couldn’t help but applaud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When they saw someone truly deceived and taken away, they became anxious, wishing they could jump onto the stage themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The initially uninterested factory directors were also drawn in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The plot twists were rather dramatic, with significant reversals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the final act, a kidnapped woman suddenly burst out, revealing herself to be an undercover agent among the traffickers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the drama, this undercover female agent, after enduring hardships, managed to send out the message. When the police arrived, she sacrificed herself to protect a child.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the moment of sacrifice, her gaze directed towards the arriving police, leaving behind the most beautiful smile in the world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, the play ended.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The audience was very quiet, quiet enough for the performers on stage to start their curtain call.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Clap clap clap clap\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thunderous applause erupted, from the front row, back row, even teachers and Principal Wang who hadn’t seen the rehearsal, each wishing they had four hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Bravo!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Amazing!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Splendid!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tumultuous applause and cheers echoed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The students on stage were moved to tears of joy, shoulder to shoulder, they walked to the front of the stage, bowing to express their thanks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng waited a while before returning to the stage, holding the microphone and standing in the center.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Was it exciting or not?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Exciting!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Was it good or not?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After stirring the atmosphere, Jiang Cheng invited all the actors and all evening school staff and students on stage, everyone stood in formation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Next, please enjoy the anti-abduction safety song presented by all the evening school staff and students.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng took a few steps back, standing at the edge, amidst everyone’s curious eyes, everyone spoke in unison.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their voices were clear and organized.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Strangers offering food and drink, don’t reach out...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Help seekers, don’t believe, I’m young, find my parents.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Unknown faces taking me away, shout loudly for help.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When going out, stay with parents...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the recitation from all the evening school staff and students, a big white sheet rolled down from above the movie screen, with the safety song written in red ink.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the first round finished, Jiang Cheng seized the opportunity to say, \"Everyone together!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Strangers...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All spoke in unison. Even those who couldn’t read joined in, emphasizing participation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A drama performance, unexpectedly stirred by Jiang Cheng, felt like a concert scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the second round finished, Jiang Cheng returned to the center of the stage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The evening school’s anti-abduction performance has ended, but our expression of gratitude hasn’t ended.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Today’s venue setup was provided by various factories, thank them for letting us use it for free.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They found time amidst their busy schedules to support us, besides thank you, I don’t know what else to say.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng spoke sincerely and emotionally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please allow me to express my gratitude once again here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Jiang Cheng spoke, student actors, holding fresh wildflowers and wearing bright red scarves, presented them to each factory director.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those receiving flowers stood up, nodded, and smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They made a mark! Absolutely made a mark!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the last one finished, Jiang Cheng spoke again:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lastly, may our children, the future of Hua Xia, grow strong and flourish like sunflowers!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With these words, Jiang Cheng raised her left hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone behind her raised their hands, each person holding a piece of fabric painted with a sunflower pattern, unfolding piece by piece to form a giant sunflower.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While everyone watched the flower, Factory Director Fang focused on the patchwork bags hanging over the shoulders of several people in front, used for putting away the fabric pieces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such coincidence?\u003C\u002Fp>",1261,"2026-06-03T05:46:21.787Z",1,"novelbin.me","0c64eb2056e1e5815caf18faddc71812c6097e26570097042e7b32727c06c46e","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-73","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-71",340,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Frich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-cover.jpg"]