"Comrades, the achievements we've made didn't come easily, and there's still a long way to go. This substantial order represents the trust and expectations of the international market. It also endows us with a more glorious yet arduous mission. Facing the strict standards and fierce competition in the international market, we must clearly recognize the significant responsibilities on our shoulders."
"Finally, the glory belongs to all the cadres and workers who have dedicated themselves to the country's steel industry! Let's pay our highest respects to every laborer on the job!"
Teacher Xie's last words lingered in the air through the loudspeaker and echoed in the hearts of every worker.
Li Chuchu stood on the third - floor corridor, watching the people outside cheering. Every vibrant face was beaming with a bright smile.
She truly felt the passion and enthusiasm that permeated every individual in this era.
She also began to genuinely like this world.
Mu Wan looked at Teacher Xie in the broadcasting room with admiration, showing her longing without any concealment. "I wish I could be as amazing as Teacher Xie! To be honest, my greatest wish in this lifetime is to one day stand in the recording studio of the Central Radio Station."
She was dressed beautifully today, in a white waist - cinched dress with her hair pulled up high at the back of her head. Her eyes were full of anticipation, with twinkling stars like a sky full of constellations, reflecting the girl's sky and boundless faith.
But did she finally achieve her wish?
No.
The ending was that a girl full of faith and love for broadcasting was brutally destroyed by her abusive husband.
Li Chuchu's heart sank. Suddenly, she remembered what Mu Wan had said this morning and probed, "Senior sister, you're dressed so beautifully today. You said just now that you were originally going to meet a very important friend?"
Mu Wan waved her hand casually. "Well, he's not really that important. He joined the army and hasn't been back for several years. My dad just arranged for me to have a meal with him."
"Is he your childhood sweetheart?"
Mu Wan didn't notice the probing in Li Chuchu's tone and said carelessly, "Sort of. Since our elders have a good relationship, my dad wants me to marry him."
Li Chuchu's heart skipped a beat. It seemed this was the right person.
Calculating the time, this was exactly when Mu Wan was supposed to meet him. Due to the urging of both families, they would probably get married within half a year.
She hesitated for a moment and finally decided to ask Mu Wan's opinion first. "Do you want to?"
Mu Wan hesitated slightly and said hesitantly, "I have a little bit of a crush on him, but it was only from when we were kids. But from what my dad said... he seems to want me to get married soon."
There was helplessness on her face.
Li Chuchu understood what she meant.
The other family had some influence in the military. They sent their son to the army to gain some prestige, and Mu Wan's father was a high - level government official. Probably both families hoped that the two families could be united through marriage to exchange resources.
Mu Wan probably couldn't resist her family's decision, so she could only avoid this meeting by going to work.
Li Chuchu bit her lip.
It wasn't appropriate to give direct advice on this kind of thing.
It's said that it's better to tear down ten temples than to ruin a marriage, even if the temples are illegal buildings. One can't just go straight to the point.
Let her think about how to start "undermining" this situation.
Li Chuchu decided to start from what Mu Wan valued most. She coughed lightly. "Well, that's really a pity."
Mu Wan was taken aback.
All her friends knew that her family had found her a fiancé who was a military officer, and they were all happy for her, saying that she was lucky. Why did it become a pity when it came to Chuchu?
At the same time,
a tiny glimmer of hope welled up in her heart.
"Why is it a pity?"
"Of course it's a pity!"
"According to what you said, your friend is in the army, so his family must be rather conservative. If you really marry him, maybe you'll just be asked to stay at home and take care of your husband and children every day. Then how can you do what you really like?"
Li Chuchu stared directly at her and saw a moment of enlightenment in her eyes.
Mu Wan was truly tempted.
This was something she had always been worried about. But her parents hadn't mentioned it, and her friends hadn't said anything. The whole world was happy for her about finding a good husband, but no one had considered what would happen to her job and her ideals.
She even wondered if her thoughts were too selfish and shallow.
And Li Chuchu was the first one to bring it up.
There was a determined look on her beautiful face, telling her that all her selfishness and self - consideration were right.
Mu Wan swallowed hard. "Do you really think so?" Her tone was uncertain, as if she wanted to gain some confidence from Li Chuchu.
Li Chuchu shook her head mentally. It seemed it would be a long way to go.
But first, plant a seed in her heart.
"Of course. You've been working so hard, and you like the broadcasting career. If you have to give up this career because of marriage, wouldn't all your efforts be in vain?"
Mu Wan stood still, her eyelashes drooping, as if she was thinking.
Li Chuchu thought it was enough to say so much for the first time. Saying more would be overstepping the mark.
Just then, Factory Director Chen walked towards the broadcasting room briskly, calling Li Chuchu and Mu Wan into the room.
Teacher Xie, who had just come out of the broadcasting room, was also in the room. Mu Wan quickly gathered her thoughts and respectfully handed over the prepared pear - syrup tea. "Teacher, please moisten your throat first."
Teacher Xie nodded and took the teacup.
Nearly half an hour of broadcasting had made her look a bit tired.
Factory Director Chen said excitedly, "I heard the news report just now. Teacher Xie is still as brilliant as ever! I even thought our factory's radio was connected to the Central Radio Station."
Teacher Xie smiled.
She rarely smiled, and when she did, her eyebrows and eyes became much softer.
Factory Director Chen said a few polite words and then got to the point. "The inspectors from above happened to hear this broadcast and were very happy. They said they would give special recognition to our factory this year! They said they would especially commend the employees who have made outstanding contributions. Teacher Xie, who do you think we should nominate?"
This was a good opportunity to show one's worth. A nomination award from a state - owned factory was more valuable than a professional certificate. No matter which unit one went to in the future, others would recognize it.
Teacher Xie took a sip of tea.
"The kids are great. If there's a commendation, put the kids' names on it."
Factory Director Chen knew that Teacher Xie had been out of the limelight for many years and didn't want to take the credit. "Okay, I was thinking the same. After all, they're your students, and the honor is shared. Well, I'll put Mu Wan and Li Chuchu's names on it and mention that they're your students."
Teacher Xie nodded in agreement.
After the matter was settled, Factory Director Chen left as he had other things to attend to.
As soon as Factory Director Chen left, Chen Junsheng suddenly jumped in like a monkey. "Li Chuchu! I heard you went to the negotiation table and beat the foreigners?"
Li Chuchu raised her eyebrows slightly.
"It's been more than half a month. Your news is a bit late."