Chapter 34: Stir-frying

Rolling Steel Factory

Cao Weiguo rode his brand-new bicycle to work, and as soon as he arrived at the unit, he drew the attention of his fellow workers.

"Weiguo, you bought a bicycle!"

"Whoa, a brand-new Permanent-brand 28-inch roadster!"

"Weiguo, you're really something. You're riding a bicycle at such a young age."

"This bike is so handsome, and so are you!"

"Weiguo, how much did you buy it for? It's really beautiful."

"Weiguo, be a good fellow, let me try it."

The fellow workers surrounded Cao Weiguo with envy. Everyone was a worker; setting aside the bicycle coupon, the money to buy the bike alone was enough to make people lose heart.

A new bike costs at least more than half a year's wages for a person.

At this time, having enough to eat is a problem; where would one have the spare strength to buy a bike?

However, Cao Weiguo is single and lives frugally, and his fellow workers know his situation.

It's normal for Cao Weiguo to be able to save money to buy a bike.

Cao Weiguo lent the bicycle to the fellow workers who wanted to experience it and took fruit candies out of his pocket to share with them.

This made the fellow workers incredibly happy, and they showered him with compliments.

In their daily lives, people can't bear to buy candy to eat.

"Weiguo, can I borrow your bicycle when I get married?"

"That's a joyous occasion, of course no problem. From now on, whoever gets married and needs the bike, just come find me; I'll soak up some of the good fortune too."

Cao Weiguo was very generous toward his fellow workers, which made them feel favorably toward him.

Amidst the envious gazes of his fellow workers, Cao Weiguo parked the bicycle in the empty shed.

In the massive Rolling Steel Factory, among ten thousand workers, there are only a few dozen bicycles.

Yu Haitang saw Cao Weiguo parking his bike and looked surprised: "Cao Weiguo actually bought a bike?"

Working in the same Rolling Steel Factory, Yu Haitang also knows Cao Weiguo.

Although they haven't spoken, she has seen him many times.

But from the bottom of her heart, she looks down on Cao Weiguo.

She thinks a cook who hangs around the stove isn't worthy of her.

Even though Cao Weiguo bought a bicycle now, Yu Haitang still thinks so.

So what if he has money?

He's still just a cook who stir-fries dishes!

Yang Weimin, who is currently pursuing her, is a clerk in the Propaganda Department and someone who can become a leading cadre in the future.

What kind of future does a cook covered in cooking fumes have!

Yu Haitang ignored Cao Weiguo and walked into the office building with her head held high.

Cao Weiguo also saw Yu Haitang, but he didn't care; after parking the bike, he went to the cafeteria.

"Knock, knock, knock!"

"Come in!"

"Good morning, Director."

Cao Weiguo pushed the door open and walked into the Director's office, placing a bag of fruit candies on the desk.

"Director, I bought a bike."

The cafeteria director's eyes lit up when he saw the fruit candies.

This bag of fruit candies is at least half a jin; this Cao Weiguo knows how to handle himself.

The cafeteria director said happily: "Congratulations, Weiguo. There aren't many people as young as you who can ride a bicycle. You've got ability!"

Cao Weiguo laughed: "Director, your praise makes me feel embarrassed."

After chatting for a few sentences, Cao Weiguo went to the kitchen in high spirits and generously distributed a round of fruit candies.

Those who received the candy happily thanked him and offered congratulations.

Only Shazhu, Ma Hua, and Fatty did not receive candy; they kept their heads down and chopped vegetables with ugly expressions.

Liu Limin happily ate the candy, his eyes filled with longing: "Master, can you let me ride your bicycle after work? I've never ridden a new bike before."

Cao Weiguo said generously: "What's the big deal about that? Go ride it after work."

Liu Limin was so happy he couldn't close his mouth: "Thank you, Master."

The day's work began, and the kitchen is busiest in the morning.

Cao Weiguo held an enamel tea mug printed with Lei Feng's portrait, sipping tea while guiding Liu Limin in cooking.

Liu Limin is simple and diligent, and Cao Weiguo taught him wholeheartedly.

In just a few days, Liu Limin's culinary skills showed obvious improvement.

This made Ma Hua and Fatty so envious and jealous they felt sour.

Look at Cao Weiguo, who is fond of teaching, and then look at Shazhu, who hoards his skills.

Both are masters, so why is the gap so large?

Seeing Liu Limin, a newcomer, catching up from behind, Ma Hua and Fatty felt increasingly dissatisfied with Shazhu. ===== CHAPTER 36 =====