Seeing Zhu Yuxi appear here, Li Chuchu understood everything.
The Youth League Committee teacher was chatting away merrily. It was quite a while later that he finally looked at Li Chuchu and said in surprise, "Comrade Xiao Li, why are you still here? Hurry back and write your manuscript. Just hand it in to me later."
Zhu Yuxi gave Li Chuchu a disdainful look and said in a sarcastic tone, "The host still hasn't finished writing the manuscript? Our programs are all ready, but you still haven't finished yours. Are you not capable enough? If so, just step down quickly. We don't want you to hold everyone back."
Li Chuchu remained calm, her tone flat.
"Don't you know why I haven't finished my manuscript?"
Her calmness made Zhu Yuxi seem even more overbearing.
Zhu Yuxi's heart skipped a beat. She had thought Li Chuchu would be ashamed or angry, but she never expected such a reaction.
So what?
Li Chuchu was all alone. How dare she offend her and the entire art and propaganda team? None of their people thought highly of her as the host.
Thinking of this, Zhu Yuxi regained her composure and asked aggressively,
"Who knows what you're thinking? You didn't finish the manuscript and you want to blame someone else? Senior Mu Wan never missed the deadline when she was the host. You're just so lazy!"
Her voice rose a bit, deliberately trying to embarrass Li Chuchu.
There were other teachers working in the office. They all turned to look.
The Youth League Committee teacher noticed his colleagues' looks and his expression tightened.
This was not the place for them to quarrel.
Would these two girls start arguing in the office?
After Li Chuchu knew what Zhu Yuxi was up to, she became even more humble. "Comrade Zhu, I think you might have misunderstood. I originally thought the Mid - Autumn Gala was a collective activity, so it should be based on the workers' common wishes. But I didn't expect you all had already submitted the program list, so I haven't had time to finish the host's manuscript."
With a gentle push, she deflected the topic back. She not only put the hat of lacking collective consciousness on Zhu Yuxi's head but also behaved in a humble and decent way, much better than Zhu Yuxi's overbearing attitude.
The teachers in the office began to look at Li Chuchu with a bit of admiration.
Come on.
Li Chuchu had been on the negotiation table. In terms of observing people and speaking skills, who could compare with her?
If she hadn't been reluctant to publicize her success in negotiating with foreign experts, Zhu Yuxi wouldn't even have the chance to challenge her.
Sure enough,
Zhu Yuxi was immediately silenced. It was like punching a cotton ball with burrs in it. She felt frustrated and couldn't express her anger.
"You've only been at Lotus Steel Factory for a year. What constructive suggestions can you have? I think you're just making excuses."
Although Zhu Yuxi still retorted, her tone was much weaker.
Li Chuchu knew how to take advantage of the situation.
"I've learned a lot in Lotus Factory in the past few months. I've deeply realized that socialism is the socialism of the working class, and collectivism means the collective interests come before individual interests. Our Mid - Autumn Gala should reflect this spirit. I've studied the previous program lists. Compared with the previous songs and dances and solos, we should consider programs that everyone can participate in."
With each sentence Li Chuchu said, the teachers at their desks looked at her with more approval. Such a young comrade with such high - level insights was really rare!
Zhu Yuxi was provoked by Li Chuchu. Seeing herself being outshined bit by bit, she blurted out, "Empty talk is useless. Do you have a specific implementation plan?"
Li Chuchu smiled slightly.
She really had a plan.
"It's actually very simple. The best way is to show our unique skills. We've arranged some competitions, like blind - folded screw - tightening, valve - assembling, and wire - rope buckle - inserting. Everyone can sign up, and the top - ranked participants will get prizes."
She explained slowly, "These are the special skills of the old masters in the workshops. They don't need a lot of time to practice, and they can show the professional spirit of our factory. It's really a win - win situation."
The vice - chairman of the trade union sitting next to them had been listening quietly to every word Li Chuchu said. When he found that every word hit the nail on the head, he immediately said excitedly,
"Good! This program is great!"
There were many experienced old masters in Lotus Steel Factory. They were usually very low - key and never had the chance to show their skills. This was a perfect opportunity for them to show off in front of the visiting leaders.
"This program is really wonderful! Comrade Li is right. It can not only liven up the gala but also reflect the professional spirit of our factory!"
He looked at Li Chuchu with admiration. "Your idea is very good. Comrade Zhu, you should learn from Comrade Li. Her suggestions are very valuable." Not only did he praise Li Chuchu, but he also gave Zhu Yuxi a gentle reminder.
This was not only his opinion but also the opinion of most people in the office at this moment. And as the vice - chairman of the trade union, his words represented most of the teachers.
Such a great idea almost got buried.
This Comrade Zhu was really petty.
Zhu Yuxi bit her lower lip tightly, her eyes downcast. "But it's less than two weeks until the Mid - Autumn Gala. Isn't it too late to prepare a new program...?" Their art team had spent almost two months preparing the dance program. How could they prepare a new program in such a short time?
This Li Chuchu was just causing trouble!
The vice - chairman of the trade union immediately said, "No! These are not fancy shows that need special practice. These are their specialties. I'm sure they can perform them blind - folded even if we ask them to do it right now!"
The trade union served the working class. They knew the needs and abilities of the workers best. So as soon as Li Chuchu put forward this suggestion, he was even more excited than the workers. In his excitement, the vice - chairman assigned the task, "This program will be arranged by Comrade Li. Since you're the host of the gala, you'll be in charge of the registration and participation of this activity."
Li Chuchu nodded slightly. "Okay, teacher. I'll do my best to prepare it."
Zhu Yuxi gritted her teeth in anger when she saw Li Chuchu's humble and obedient look.
Was she really that outstanding? Only she had ideas?
Humph, what's so interesting about a screw - tightening program? She didn't believe that people would rather watch screw - tightening than beautiful songs and dances.
Moreover, Li Chuchu had no hosting experience. She probably wouldn't be able to handle the situation at the gala.
But Li Chuchu had won a round in front of her.
Zhu Yuxi looked at Li Chuchu with hostility in her eyes, her tone full of hidden hatred. "In that case, Comrade Li, please take more care of this program. Make sure there are no mistakes."