r18novel Chapter 840 Rewards for Employees
Chapter 840 Rewards for Employees
Gu Nan listened to the two people's speeches with a smile, then handed them the bicycle tickets and said, "Remember, these two bicycle tickets can be used to directly pick up brand new bicycles when the time comes. I hope you will keep up the good work."
The two men took the bicycle tickets, put them carefully in their pockets, bowed deeply to Gu Nan and the workers below the stage, and then walked off the stage happily.
Gu Nan looked at the people in the audience and said loudly, "Don't be discouraged, the steel mill will hold such activities many times in the future. As long as everyone works hard and continuously improves their skills, everyone will have the opportunity to win rewards."
This statement was like a shot of adrenaline for everyone present, instantly galvanizing their enthusiasm. After all, bicycles were a rare commodity in those days, so who wouldn't want one for free? Hope ignited in the workers' eyes, and they chatted among themselves, discussing how they would work harder in the future.
Gu Nan glanced at the crowd below the stage, his expression gradually becoming serious. He said, "In addition to those who are being praised, there are a few people who will be criticized."
As he spoke, his eyes fell on Yi Zhonghai and Qin Huairu. Yi Zhonghai knew without thinking that he would be the next one to be criticized. He lowered his head in shame, as if he could feel the strange looks from those around him.
Gu Nan raised his voice and called out, "Yi Zhonghai, Qin Huairu." He then read out a few more names. The people who were called walked up to the stage and stood in a row, each with their heads lowered, not daring to look Gu Nan in the eye.
Gu Nan stood on the stage, looking at Yi Zhonghai sharply, and said, "Master Yi Zhonghai, I really don't understand. I wonder if it's because of your age that you only became a third-level fitter in this assessment. You have to know that you are a veteran employee in the factory, and this result is not a good sign. It will not only affect your personal development, but also set a bad example for other young employees."
Yi Zhonghai opened his mouth and wanted to make some excuses, but when the words came to his lips, he found that he really didn't know how to explain. He could only bite his lips silently, his face turning red and white.
Gu Nan turned his gaze to Qin Huairu and said, "Qin Huairu, you've been working at the steel mill for such a long time, yet you're still an apprentice. Tell me what's going on. Is it your work attitude that's causing the problem, or are you just not making any progress in your skills? We hope every employee can shine in their position, rather than just stagnate."
Qin Huairu's eyes turned red after hearing what Gu Nan said. She lowered her head and said in a trembling voice, "Deputy Director Gu, I know I was wrong. I will definitely work hard in the future..."
Gu Nan didn't take Qin Huairu's pitiful performance seriously at all. In his opinion, Qin Huairu was best at this trick. Whenever she encountered something, she would always put on a pitiful look in an attempt to win sympathy from others. This time was no exception, but Gu Nan would not fall for it.
Gu Nan simply asked Qin Huairu to make a self-criticism and then did not pursue the matter any further. After all, many people in the factory had received salary increases this time, and everyone was immersed in joy. He did not want to ruin this harmonious atmosphere because of Qin Huairu's matter.
After finishing the work, Gu Nan was about to leave. At this moment, Yi Zhonghai hurried over and shouted, "Deputy Director Gu."
Gu Nan heard the voice and turned to look at Yi Zhonghai. He knew exactly what Yi Zhonghai wanted to talk to him about, but he pretended not to know. With a smile on his face, he asked, "Master Yi, what do you want to talk to me about?"
Yi Zhonghai showed an embarrassed expression on his face. After hesitating for a moment, he mustered up the courage to say, "Deputy Director Gu, you know that I have worked diligently in the steel rolling mill for so many years. Based on the results of this assessment, can you give me another chance? Think about it, it would be a bit embarrassing for me to only have the title of a third-level fitter." As Yi Zhonghai spoke, he observed Gu Nan's expression, hoping to see a hint of relaxation on his face.
Gu Nan almost laughed out loud when he heard what Yi Zhonghai said. Thinking about how Yi Zhonghai had been demoted from a level eight fitter to a level five fitter, and now to a level three fitter, the difference was really dramatic.
Gu Nan looked at Yi Zhonghai and said with a hint of sarcasm, "Master Yi, I'm not trying to embarrass you on purpose. The technical level you've demonstrated right now is indeed that of a third-level fitter. Even if I offer you a fifth-level fitter position, what can you accomplish with your current abilities?"
Yi Zhonghai wanted to make a few more arguments, trying to convince Gu Nan to give him another chance. But Gu Nan didn't want to listen to him at all. He looked at Yi Zhonghai and said seriously, "Master Yi, you have to understand that although we are neighbors living in the same courtyard, I have to be fair and just when I work in the factory. This is the result of this assessment, there is no room for negotiation." After saying that, Gu Nan looked at Yi Zhonghai with a firm gaze, letting him know that his attitude was firm.
Yi Zhonghai never expected Gu Nan to be so cruel and merciless. He suddenly panicked. If he was really just a third-level fitter, how would he live in the future?
Having lived in the Siheyuan his entire life, Yi Zhonghai knew its inhabitants intimately. He knew that if everyone knew he was only a third-level fitter, those who normally gossiped and took advantage of others' misfortunes would surely take advantage and step on him. How would he then live in the Siheyuan? Where would the pride and dignity he once held as an eighth-level fitter go?
Yi Zhonghai still wanted to talk to Gu Nan and try to get a chance. However, Gu Nan didn't want to waste time with him anymore and turned around and left. Gu Nan thought to himself, what's the point of talking to such a "waste" who has lost its usefulness?
There would be plenty of opportunities to deal with Yi Zhonghai tomorrow. If I vented all my anger at once, wouldn't that be too boring? I had to take it slow and let Yi Zhonghai experience the feeling of falling from a high point to the bottom of the valley.
Soon, the entire steel mill knew that Yi Zhonghai had become a third-level fitter. The workers, both openly and covertly, mocked Yi Zhonghai. After all, when Yi Zhonghai was an eighth-level fitter, he was incredibly arrogant, looking down on everyone. Even the workshop director was often dismissive, his words and actions brimming with arrogance.