Chapter 396: Chapter 396

"Haha, Chairman Lu, thank you. I just returned from studying, can’t really say ’triumphantly’.

"Director Jiang, you’re back. This party branch secretary position should be yours."

"Chairman Lu, I’m listening to the arrangements from above."

After registering, Jiang Xinyu was surrounded by the older sisters, everyone talking at once asking about her recent years.

"Director Jiang, you seem well taken care of over there; you’ve become so much prettier."

"Really? I look in the mirror every day and didn’t notice I became prettier," Jiang Xinyu said happily.

When women gather, there’s no end to the conversation.

Jiang Xinyu stayed another fifteen minutes before having to leave, as it was work hours and staying too long wouldn’t be good, so she smiled and excused herself. Orıginal content can be found at 𝓷𝓸𝓿𝓮𝓵※𝓯𝓲𝓻𝓮※𝓷𝓮𝓽

"Sister Meng, Director Jiang is twenty-one, right? Wonder if she has a partner?"

"Let’s ask around at lunch? I have a nephew working in the coal mine, around the same age," Sister A said with a smile.

"Oh, come on, Director Jiang will surely rise high in the future, don’t introduce her to ordinary workers," Sister B immediately retorted.

"Exactly, someone like Director Jiang needs a special kind of partner."

Everyone chattered around about Jiang Xinyu, though in their hearts they were wondering if any family member could possibly marry such a capable woman.

Lu Changchun smiled on the side; he could sense Qian Jun’s fondness towards Jiang Xinyu. Though a bit older, he was the factory director managing so many people.

His family also had suitable young men, but he didn’t consider setting them up with Director Jiang.

Even if Mr. Qian wasn’t suitable, Jiang Xinyu wouldn’t just choose anyone casually.

Everyone at work knew Director Jiang had returned.

Jiang Xinyu was a notable figure at the textile factory, young, with a high starting point and courage, having done great things for the factory, and she also got into university by herself.

Kong Mengjie froze upon hearing Jiang Xinyu was back. Over the years, she’d become much calmer, and her jealousy towards Jiang Xinyu had faded a lot. Although she still envied her, she didn’t feel as unbalanced as before.

"Mr. Kong, you and Director Jiang are from the same village, right?"

Kong Mengjie suddenly moved; her time at the factory wasn’t going well, and her issues were being brought back up.

Perhaps Jiang Xinyu’s return could improve her current difficult situation.

"Yes, we are from the same village."

Those who cared about her knew their relationship wasn’t good. However, they all somewhat restrained themselves.

Jiang Xinyu returned to the office around ten, sat down, and had a cup of water; she was feeling really thirsty.

"Director Jiang doesn’t come to see me, so I had to come myself."

"Vice Factory Director Yao, I just didn’t have time, please sit down."

"Haha, just kidding."

"Haha, I know. Vice Factory Director Yao, how have you been these years? Is your wife here?"

Yao Shimin shook his head, "No, she didn’t want to come."

Jiang Xinyu just smiled, unable to respond to that, so she swiftly changed the subject.

"I brought you a gift, one you’ll definitely like."

"I’ll bring it to you tomorrow. It’s enamelware, you’ll love it when you see it."

"A gift, that’s great. Director Jiang, I’ve applied to transfer back to my hometown."

Is it for the family? Indeed. Being apart is problematic for couples.

"Vice Factory Director Yao, you’re a technical talent; they must not want to let you leave here, right?"

"Exactly, I’ve submitted an application half a year ago, but there’s no news."

"Can’t your wife come here? Life here is pretty good too."

"Actually, it’s somewhat better than back home. But she’s unwilling, and bringing it up just causes arguments. It’s impractical to keep going . We’ve been married almost three years and still have no children, that’s tough.

Well, what’s the use of telling you all this? I’m relieved to see you’re doing well."

Jiang Xinyu saw Yao Shimin off, and then the two heads responsible for logistics and the security department came over. For the past four years, they’ve been under Qian Jun’s management. They just had a meeting and were informed that Director Jiang had returned and that they’ll revert to reporting to Jiang Xinyu, so they came to report.

"No rush; do things by the old rules. I’ll go to the county this afternoon, and you can report your work during tomorrow’s meeting."

The two nodded and left. They had to prepare today.

Running around all morning, she’s a bit unused to it. Being lazy before, and now suddenly , feels a bit tiring.

She stared at the phone, finally picked up the handset, and dialed Wei Kaiyun.

Wei Kaiyun hadn’t left the office all morning, waiting for his wife’s call. He knew she’d be busy on her first day of work, so he didn’t dare disturb her.

The phone on the desk rang, and he quickly picked it up.

"How are you? Able to adjust?"

He understood her well, "Alright, not much happening this morning. How about you?"

"Same as usual, how are the kids?"

"They’re good. Master Shang is back, so with him there, I’m reassured."

"Yes, take good care of yourself."

"Got it, you too. This afternoon I’m going to the county to see County Magistrate Tao."

"Yes, it’s alright. Tao Juncheng is an upright person, no need to worry."

"Understood. I should hang up now," Jiang Xinyu said, without waiting for his response, she put the phone down. Hearing his voice, she missed him even more and wondered when their family could live together.

Wei Kaiyun held the buzzing phone for a moment before putting it down.

All he could think about was his wife, missing her terribly.

He wondered how she would handle the gossip.

There’s too many idle people in the world who don’t consider how their words might harm others.

Wei Kaiyun became more restless, and at this moment Lu Weiqi came in with some documents.

"Secretary Lu, do you have cigarettes?"

"Director Wei, I don’t smoke, but I can buy a pack for you."

Wei Kaiyun shook his head frustratedly, "No need, I’ve quit smoking."

Lu Weiqi thought: You’ve quit smoking, but still ask? You must be thinking about Director Jiang and the two kids again.

"The National Day arrangements, the union sent over the worker welfare schedules."

Wei Kaiyun looked over it; the welfare applied for this time was quite high.

"Afternoon meeting, all directors and above will come to discuss this matter."

"Yes, I’ll arrange it.

Also, four dormitory buildings can be delivered by National Day. How should we arrange them this time?"

"We’ll discuss it at the afternoon meeting." The model worker welfare housing was distributed during Labor Day. This time, let’s hear everyone’s opinions.

"Understood. Additionally, the Management Bureau sent a letter requesting our textile factory to to the school."