Chapter 650: The Deputy Factory Director harbors ulterior motives

Liu Haizhong, disregarding Wang Xia's presence, grabbed He Yuzhu and walked toward his own home.

He Yuzhu struggled a bit: "Second Uncle, if you have something to say, just say it here."

Liu Haizhong didn't care about that; he stubbornly dragged He Yuzhu into his house. He closed the door behind him, his face carrying a hint of pleading: "Zhuzi, how has Second Uncle treated you all these years?"

He Yuzhu glanced at him: "You've treated us well; whenever Second Aunt makes something good, she always sends some over to our house."

Liu Haizhong sighed: "Sigh, Second Uncle will tell you the truth. I don't think much of that kid Liu Guangtian, and I don't think much of my third son either. But then again, no matter what, they are my own flesh and blood; I don't want them to have absolutely no way out. I know you have a good relationship with Wang Xia; give Second Uncle a suggestion. As long as this matter can be smoothed over, from now on in the factory, Second Uncle will listen to whatever you say."

He Yuzhu didn't believe these words at all. He knew Liu Haizhong too well: he acts humble when he needs someone and arrogant when he doesn't. He was spouting flowery words now, but he would surely renege later.

However, seeing him at such an advanced age, lowering his face to beg him, he felt a bit soft-hearted.

He pondered for a moment and said: "Second Uncle, the only way is to have Liu Guangtian confess his accomplices. Can't the neighborhood office arrange for idle personnel to go to the countryside to support agriculture now? If you have Liu Guangtian take the initiative to apply along with his brothers, and show a positive attitude, the nature of the matter will be different."

"But..." Liu Haizhong hesitated, "My second son doesn't even want to work; can he go to the countryside?"

He Yuzhu said in a businesslike manner: "If he doesn't apply to go to the countryside voluntarily, it will be handled according to regulations. Let him choose for himself."

After hearing this, Liu Haizhong's expression changed several times, and finally, he gritted his teeth: "Fine, I agree! If he doesn't go himself, I'll tie him up and send him there!"

He Yuzhu nodded: "That's fine, Second Uncle, I'll go find Wang Xia and talk to her now."

After saying this, he pushed the door open and went out, walked up to Wang Xia, and said: "Sister, I've spoken with Liu Haizhong; the best solution is to have Liu Guangtian take his brothers and apply to go to the countryside."

Wang Xia smiled: "This can also be considered ridding the people of a scourge."

Wang Xia walked up to the five young men, beckoned to the tall, thin one leading them, pulled him aside, and the two whispered for about ten minutes.

After finishing, Wang Xia returned to He Yuzhu's side and said in a low voice: "They have agreed."

The city held a conference on ideological work for transportation and industrial and mining enterprises, presided over by Zhou Hao, Deputy Director of the Political Department for Industry and Communications of the Municipal Committee.

The meeting hall was bustling with people, and the persons in charge of relevant work from various units had all arrived.

After the meeting ended, everyone left one after another.

After Zhou Hao finished packing up his documents and just stepped out of the meeting room door, his gaze swept over and landed on Li Huaide, Deputy Factory Director of the Red Star Rolling Mill.

He took two steps forward on his own initiative and said with a smile: "This comrade, you are Deputy Factory Director Li of the Red Star Rolling Mill, right?"

Li Huaide was stunned and quickly reached out his hand: "Deputy Director Zhou, hello, I am Li Huaide."

Zhou Hao shook his hand and said in a low voice: "I have met your father-in-law at my uncle's house; he even asked me to look after you... Your father-in-law and my uncle are old comrades-in-arms."

Li Huaide's eyes lit up instantly.

He had been worrying about having no connections in the city, never expecting such a connection to drop from the sky, so he quickly smiled: "Oh my, that is such a coincidence!"

Zhou Hao laughed and said casually: "Your Red Star Rolling Mill is a large factory under the Ministry, and its status is important. However, I have recently heard some feedback saying that the interpersonal relationships in your factory are complex. One manages production, the other manages logistics; this has a very bad influence. Are you free this evening? I would like to hear how you view this matter."

As soon as these words were spoken, Li Huaide became alert. He knew these words were about He Yuzhu and He Daqing.

But He Daqing was his Siqiang; although he didn't need to rely on his Siqiang now, he still felt a bit uncomfortable in his heart about going against him.

"Deputy Director Zhou, although Factory Director He is relatively aggressive in his work, he hasn't reached the point of covering the sky with one hand. As for his father, He Daqing, who manages logistics, he is also relatively upright and honest."

Zhou Hao nodded slightly and said: "Deputy Factory Director Li, don't have any psychological burden; I just want to hear the real situation. You are a factory under the Ministry; I actually cannot truly manage you."

Li Huaide immediately stated his position: "No matter what, you are our superior department. If you have anything you want to ask, just say it; I will definitely tell you without reservation."

Zhou Hao patted his arm: "I'll host tonight; let's find a place to have a simple meal and chat slowly."

Li Huaide quickly replied: "How could I let you go to the expense? I should be the one treating you!"

"It's the same, it's the same," Zhou Hao laughed.

Li Huaide said: "Then let's meet at seven o'clock tonight at Hongbin Building."

The wine and dishes were set out, and it was just the two of them in the private room.

After a few cups of wine, Li Huaide's face turned red. He actually had a good tolerance for alcohol, but he flushed easily, and often used this to make people feel that what he said was sincere.

"Deputy Director Zhou, I am weak and isolated in the factory; in the future, many things in our factory will still need your care."

Zhou Hao understood the meaning in his words and asked casually: "Huaide, have you ever thought about pushing your career a step further?"

Li Huaide was stunned; he knew this was the bait Zhou Hao was giving him, and he couldn't reveal his true intentions yet.

He shook his head: "To tell you the truth, the Factory Director of our Red Star Rolling Mill is He Yuzhu. He is indeed stronger than me in terms of technology. Besides, he is quite ruthless in his work; I am a bit afraid of him, and even my father-in-law is a bit afraid to provoke him. He said if I want to be promoted another level, I can only go to another unit."

After listening, Zhou Hao picked up a piece of food unhurriedly, swallowed it, and then said: "That might not be the case. To tell you the truth, his reputation in our city is not very good. Last time, because of the infrastructure funds, your factory had a very unpleasant conflict with the people from the Finance Bureau. Although it has been two or three years, there are still people talking about it now."

Li Huaide sighed and pretended to be drunk: "Deputy Director Zhou, I won't hide it from you, He Daqing is my Siqiang; his ability is indeed average, he was just a cook before. But this He Yuzhu is not simple; it's not easy to topple him."

Zhou Hao nodded gently: "Can you be more specific?"

Li Huaide leaned forward: "For example, the higher-ups don't allow casual distribution of benefits, so he shifted that whole set of benefits into the cafeteria. Everyone can buy food very cheaply and take it home; isn't that the same as distributing benefits? He is very good at playing the game of feigning compliance."

Zhou Hao's eyes narrowed slightly, and he asked: "Doesn't the Party Secretary of your factory manage him?"

Li Huaide smiled: "That's where He Yuzhu is cunning. In the past, he paid no attention to political study at all, but now that he sees the atmosphere has changed, he suddenly acts more positive than anyone else, holding meetings and making statements..."

After hearing this, Zhou Hao felt wonderful. He had finally found someone who could deal with He Yuzhu.

He said earnestly: "Huaide, if you can really catch the concrete situation of He Yuzhu, I will definitely report this matter to my uncle. You taking another step forward will also be a natural result."

Upon hearing this, Li Huaide felt the time had come and immediately stated: "Deputy Director Zhou, I am a Deputy Factory Director in the factory; I cannot watch the factory being tossed around by him like this. As long as you help speak a word from above, I can unite the people in the factory to report the situation together!"

Zhou Hao put down his teacup, looked at Li Huaide, and smiled faintly: "Good. It's settled; we must take down this kind of person. You just keep feeling out the situation at the Rolling Mill and wait for the opportunity."

Li Huaide was ecstatic and quickly raised his teacup: "Deputy Director Zhou, it all depends on you! From now on, I, Li Huaide, will follow your lead!"