Chapter 101 The Disturbance at the Agricultural Machinery Factory

Chapter 101 The Disturbance at the Agricultural Machinery Factory

"Section Chief, I'll be there right away, right away!"

"I'm really itching to check the last basket, could you please give me a little more time?"

"Comrade Zhang, stop hiding it, everyone's waiting!"

Several purchasing staff members chatted and joked with Zhou Daguo, while the onlookers joined in the commotion, all curious about what was in the last basket and pushing and shoving forward.

"What else could it be? It's nothing more than the stuff inside the bubble."

Only Chen Youfu scoffed, curled his lip, and stood still.

While the unusually large fish like the tuna and willow root, as well as the large fish, are rare, they are not exactly precious.

It's just good luck.

Anyone who finds the right place can make a profit.

He glanced sideways at Zhang Wenshan, feeling a tightness in his chest.

Zhang Wenshan has neither ability nor virtue. At home, he sponges off his parents and exploits his three older sisters, and when he goes to the factory, he's lazy and irresponsible.

He's an expert in drinking, playing cards, and gambling.

How could such a reckless creature possibly catch rare catches while fishing?

God is truly blind!

Then think about yourself, working tirelessly from dawn till dusk, desperately searching for things—

"Don't push, don't push!"

Zhang Wenshan was also surprised by the enthusiasm of the workers at the agricultural machinery factory, which was completely different from what he remembered.

As expected, it's still a people problem.

He shook his head and reached out to open the last basket.

Compared to the fish that are easily visible and take up most of the basket, weighing nearly ten pounds, only the red-tailed golden carp, weighing six or seven pounds, lies on the water plants at the bottom of the basket and is barely noticeable from a distance.

"Why is there nothing here?"

"What is this thing?"

"No, what's wrong? Let me see—"

Several different attitudes emerged from the crowd at the same time.

Some people had never seen a fish like this before and were so frightened that they shrank back.

Some people gasped in surprise, their eyes nearly popping out of their sockets.

Many more people were stuck on the outside, craning their necks to try and find out what was going on.

"Oil-coated carp!"

Zhou Daguo, who was originally standing in the middle, suddenly pushed aside the crowd in front of him, rushed forward, reached out and took the red-tailed golden carp from the basket, holding it high above his head.

Under the sunlight.

The still-live carp instinctively thrashed and struggled, its red tail flapping wildly like a dazzling red flag, firmly attracting everyone's attention. Its golden scales were so bright that they were blinding.

"What...what is this thing?"

"Fish can be prepared like this?"

"Oil-filmed carp! It really is an oil-filmed carp, how many years has it been since I've seen one?"

As they gazed at the strange carp in mid-air, gasps of surprise rose in waves.

Some people asked in confusion, "What is 'oil-film carp'? Is it a carp?"

"It's a carp," the old worker next to him said tremblingly. "This is a big fish that guards the waters of Tanzhen. Getting one is a gift from God. Ordinary people would never even see one in their entire lives."

"Well, according to my grandfather, it takes many years for a carp to grow to this size, and ordinary people can't catch them at all."

"Then, doesn't that mean the fish has become a spirit?"

"I have to share in the joy."

"Me too, me too."

Upon hearing this, the workers immediately rushed forward to touch the oil-coated carp in Zhou Daguo's hand.

"Don't touch it, don't touch it, stay away!"

Zhou Daguo hurriedly took two steps back while holding the fish, and shouted to drive the crowd away.

This is an oil-coated carp!

It's already extremely rare for a carp to turn from black to yellow, and for it to grow into a red-tailed, golden-scaled fish requires even more favorable conditions. Being able to catch one is beyond just good luck.

It's definitely a blessing from heaven, a stroke of good fortune!

Carp itself symbolizes good fortune, and the color of red tail and golden scales is an even greater auspicious sign.

It just so happened that the leaders were leading an inspection team to visit, and this fish was more appropriate and presentable than any delicacy. No matter how expensive the dish was, it could not compare to the auspicious meaning contained in the natural red and gold color.

If these reckless workers were to actually take charge, they'd be lucky to even lose a couple of scales.

"Touching it won't kill you," one of the workers muttered.

"You think you can just touch things meant for the leaders?" Zhou Daguo blurted out his true feelings in his excitement.

He had barely finished speaking when he realized something was wrong and muttered an apology.

Sure enough, the workers immediately erupted in anger.

"Leaders? Don't leaders also serve the people? What's wrong with them sharing in the joy?"

"The good stuff is given to the leaders, so we can't touch it, right?"

"I refuse to believe this nonsense today!"

Instead of backing down, the workers swarmed around them.

These days, jobs are considered secure. As long as you don't make any big mistakes, your superiors can't do anything about it. And the more people there are, the bolder they become.

The more you confront them, the more determined they become.

Zhou Daguo's face turned deathly pale instantly. He opened his mouth, but couldn't find a word to appease the anger of the crowd. He could only hurriedly give his apprentices and subordinates meaningful glances, and then turn to Lin Deqiang for help.

Let them protect and escort you.

If the oil-film carp really gets into trouble in my hands, then everything is over.

Chen Youfu finally snapped out of his shock and rushed to his master's side in a panic. The other purchasing staff looked at each other, standing there hesitant.

You can't win a conflict with the workers.

You might even get a disciplinary action later, while the other person gets away scot-free.

Lin Deqiang was even more troubled.

Worker issues, if not handled properly, can become a huge problem.

At the critical moment, a loud voice rang out.

"Everyone, please don't act rashly! Section Chief Zhou didn't mean that."

As Zhang Wenshan spoke, he stepped between the workers and Zhou Daguo, spreading his arms wide like a city wall.

He wore a warm and sincere smile, but in his heart he was already sending greetings to Zhou Daguo's relatives.

The red-tailed golden carp that they had worked so hard to get caused trouble, not only was all their work for nothing, but they also had to take the blame for causing the conflict among the workers.

The workers are difficult to deal with; Zhou Daguo has connections and experience.

I am the chosen scapegoat.

"Everyone, think about it, why should I get this fish?"

He spoke loudly, instantly attracting everyone's attention.

"It's because the policies from above are good. They allocated land to farmers and allowed the buying and selling of agricultural products, so we don't have to stay in the fields to make a living every day. We have more time and opportunities to do side jobs."

Why should I send the fish to the farm machinery factory?

"Because the agricultural machinery factory helps us farmers cultivate and produce grain—so we no longer have to carry everything on our shoulders—and because of my previous experience here, I've learned that one must be down-to-earth, hardworking, and not be lazy, opportunistic, or cheat—"

"Thank you to the organization, thank you to the country!"

Zhang Wenshan's long and eloquent speech left everyone completely bewildered.

As a former blogger with millions of followers, stirring up emotions and guiding topics are essential skills; the basic logic remains the same regardless of the era.

In the process, he even took the opportunity to clear his name.

Finally, he roared and raised his arms in a shout.

Instantly, everyone was ignited, raising their hands and shouting in unison, completely forgetting what had just happened.

"Section Chief Zhou, won't you say a few words?"

Having completed his task, Zhang Wenshan breathed a sigh of relief and quietly retreated to the side of the purchasing section chief.