Threatened by Qin Huairu, Yi Zhonghai was speechless!
Qin Huairu could truly go all out now, but did Yi Zhonghai have the nerve for that?
There was no choice; Yi Zhonghai had to grudgingly give Qin Huairu ten yuan as a consultation fee.
At the same time, Yi Zhonghai promised to communicate with the neighborhood committee as soon as possible to arrange suitable work for Qin Huairu.
With Yi Zhonghai's "proper arrangements," Qin Huairu temporarily calmed down.
Meanwhile, Yi Zhonghai left Qin Huairu's house with a grim expression.
"This won't do, this development is not a good omen!"
"Qin Huairu, this leech, will surely drain me dry..."
Although the small trouble this time was resolved, Yi Zhonghai knew very well what kind of person Qin Huairu truly was.
If this matter was not handled properly, it could very well lead to his complete downfall.
"Right, I need to get Sha Zhu to shield me!"
Suddenly, a flash of inspiration struck Yi Zhonghai, and his gaze fell upon Sha Zhu's home.
For a long time, Qin Huairu had been bleeding Sha Zhu dry.
Yi Zhonghai, at most, only used his status as the First Elder to provide Qin Huairu with some care in courtyard matters.
He only had to open his mouth and didn't need to spend any money.
However, in recent times, Sha Zhu had clearly distanced himself from Qin Huairu.
Since Qin Huairu could no longer siphon blood from Sha Zhu, she naturally turned her attention to him.
"No, I have to go talk to Sha Zhu and ask him to help Qin Huairu more often!"
...
Second Elder Liu Haizhong's home.
Second Madam was also complaining furiously: "Old Liu, how can you be so useless?"
"Guangfu had his legs broken by that brat Liu Kai Xuan, are we just going to let this go?"
"No matter what, I absolutely cannot swallow this insult!"
Liu Haizhong replied coldly, "Even if you can't swallow it, you have to grit your teeth and endure it!"
"That brat Liu Kai Xuan has a lot of influence in the Red Star Steel Rolling Mill now!"
"I just heard some whispers recently that the Technical Department is about to expand into an Engineering Department!"
"Once the expansion is successful, Liu Kai Xuan will immediately be promoted to Department Director!"
"That would truly make him second only to one person and above ten thousand others, wielding supreme authority!"
"What do you mean?" Second Madam suddenly became vigilant.
Liu Haizhong replied without reservation, "What I mean is, we must assess the situation and adjust our attitude towards Liu Kai Xuan!"
"Before, he was an enemy of our Liu family, and we were mortal enemies!"
"But from now on, we should try to improve our relationship with him!"
"This will only bring benefits, not harm, to me, Guang Tian, and Guang Fu!"
As soon as Liu Haizhong spoke, Second Madam exploded on the spot!
"Liu Haizhong, are you crazy?"
"Guang Fu had his legs broken by that kid Liu Kai Xuan, and he's still lying in the hospital?"
"You old fool, you're already thinking about shamelessly trying to curry favor with Liu Kai Xuan? Have you no shame?"
"That's a woman's short-sightedness!"
Liu Haizhong replied solemnly, "In work, there are no eternal enemies, only eternal interests!"
"Alright, alright, you wouldn't understand what I'm saying. Hurry up and go make dinner!"
Second Madam wanted to say more, but was glared at fiercely by Liu Haizhong and could only leave reluctantly.
Everyone, more or less, has their own characteristics.
Yi Zhonghai's biggest characteristics are his pursuit of fame and reputation, and his insidious cunning!
Liu Haizhong also has his characteristics: he is driven by utility, and resorts to any means necessary.
This man is incompetent but craves power, and he would do anything to get promoted and rich.
Tricks like opportunistic maneuvering and fawning over superiors are his specialties.
Before, when Liu Kai Xuan was an apprentice, he looked down on him completely.
Naturally, he had to join Yi Zhonghai and others in suppressing Liu Kai Xuan.
Later, Liu Kai Xuan's rapid promotions also aroused Liu Haizhong's envy and hatred.
Naturally, he had to suppress Liu Kai Xuan with all his might.
Until now: Liu Kai Xuan has completely leaped into the dragon's gate, and Liu Haizhong's strategic objective has undergone a major shift.
Since I can't beat you, I'll "join you."
After all, as long as I can get tangible benefits for myself, that's enough.
...
Qin Huairu needed to free up time to take care of her children, so her job at the Red Star Steel Rolling Mill was definitely out.
She had to find a job with more flexibility.
Old Yi Zhonghai, the old mule, really pushed himself. To save his own head, the next day he contacted Qin Huairu about a new job.
The neighborhood committee needed a public toilet cleaner.
According to usual practice, this job was typically done by elderly aunties in their 50s.
However, the Jia family's situation was special, and Yi Zhonghai extensively promoted Qin Huairu's financial difficulties to the neighborhood committee, claiming she needed care.
The neighborhood committee then "cared" for Qin Huairu by assigning her the job of toilet cleaner.
It was indeed a form of care.
Although cleaning toilets wasn't a very respectable job, it was still a stable one.
Many elderly men and women vied for such positions but couldn't get them.
This job, while not highly paid, offered a great deal of freedom.
There were eight public toilets within the neighborhood committee's jurisdiction.
Qin Huairu only needed to clean these toilets once a day.
Cleaning eight toilets would take at most two to three hours.
In addition to her work, Qin Huairu could also look after her two daughters, making it a win-win situation.
Red Star Steel Rolling Mill.
Liu Kai Xuan was in his office, busy reviewing a document, when Liu Haizhong walked in from outside.
"What are you doing here?"
Liu Kai Xuan was in a good mood initially, but seeing Liu Haizhong approach, his mood instantly soured.
But it didn't matter, Liu Haizhong's smile was exceptionally bright.
"Director Liu, I've come specifically to beg your forgiveness today?"
"Beg your forgiveness?"
Liu Kai Xuan glanced at Liu Haizhong and asked, "I don't see any thorny branches on you?"
"Ah, heh heh heh..."
Liu Haizhong shamelessly replied, "Director Liu, you're joking!"
"Who's joking with you?"
Liu Kai Xuan said righteously, "Liu Haizhong, spit it out if you have something to say, I'm busy!"
Liu Haizhong shamelessly stepped forward, picked up the teapot, and poured a cup of tea for Liu Kai Xuan.
"Director Liu, please have some tea!"
Liu Haizhong directly held the teacup with both hands and offered it to Liu Kai Xuan.
Frankly, Liu Haizhong's actions today had completely stunned Liu Kai Xuan!
He had long known that Liu Haizhong was a sycophant, adept at flattery and currying favor with superiors.
His actions today certainly lived up to his reputation!