Chapter 868: Chapter 867: Brother Yuncheng’s Flawless Reason
Lin Nianhe believes in cause and effect.
Even if she didn’t believe before, she believes now.
Liu Lipu suddenly lost both feet, leaving the commune leaderless, and at this moment, no one thinks about doing anything; almost everyone simultaneously starts to grab benefits for themselves.
Those who know they won’t become leaders even if Liu Lipu were to die eight times over are scheming to make money, while those who feel hopeful begin to openly win hearts and minds, all hoping they can rise to the top.
They are fighting their own battles, to the extent that no one remembers that Lin Nianhe and the others haven’t left yet.
This greatly facilitated their actions.
The people dispatched by Second Uncle Su arrived four hours after Liu Lipu was admitted for amputation.
They came with two large trucks; one carrying people and grain, the other carrying equipment and sidecar motorcycles. Second Uncle Su was familiar with the terrain here, and these sidecar motorcycles were very practical.
That night, they stayed at the hostel, and the next morning, they were ready to set off to the production brigade to drill wells. They even split into two teams, planning to complete the well-drilling as quickly as possible.
The squad leader named Bai Hua, leading the team, was a bit puzzled looking at the map provided by the Old Secretary which marked where wells needed to be drilled.
He said, “Haven’t wells already been drilled in these places?”
The Old Secretary opened his mouth, but in the end, said nothing.
Why does the upper management think they have wells when, in fact, they don’t?
It’s obvious, Liu Lipu was deceiving both ends, collecting all the money given by the upper management, while also planning to extort more from below.
Bai Hua was accustomed to taking orders from those of higher military rank, and before departure, he saluted Su Yuncheng: “Please rest assured, Lieutenant Colonel, we are confident in helping the villagers drill the wells within a week!”
Su Yuncheng returned the salute, then said, “Thanks for your hard work. Bring enough supplies, other than staying overnight, don’t drink even a sip of water from the villagers.”
They came in a hurry and left even quicker, leaving only three sidecar motorcycles behind.
The Old Secretary went with them; he not only needed to lead the way but also had to explain the situation to the various production brigades on behalf of Lin Nianhe, so he had to go ahead.
Watching them leave, Lin Nianhe asked Su Yuncheng, “What did my brother say when you called him?”
Su Yuncheng said, “He just lost his feet, not his mouth. Do what needs to be done.”
Who Lin Huaizhou was seeking and the intensity of the action, only the two of them knew.
Su Yuncheng had every reason to believe that not only would the now part-deficient Liu Lipu not be able to run, even if he grew back two legs, he wouldn’t be able to escape.
Lin Nianhe was relieved and said, “Then when Fourth Sie returns, we’ll head to the production brigade.”
Tasks still needed to be done, and Fourth Sie’s part was crucial.
“I’ll go with you,” Su Yuncheng looked at her, “There’s nothing here that needs me; Lin Huaizhou can handle it.”
Her brother would be so angry he’d punch walls if he came back to find Su Yuncheng tagging along?
Reading Lin Nianhe’s eyes, Su Yuncheng explained silently, “I can’t be at ease with you guys going by yourselves…people’s hearts are treacherous.”
Lin Nianhe: “Your reason is really powerful, I can’t even find words to refute.”
Sie Yufei didn’t expect that he could successfully borrow the equipment without even saying the words “my father Sie Zhe.”
After the West City Film Factory heard his self-introduction and saw the recommendation letter, confirming he was indeed the director of “The Forest,” Sie Yufei, they immediately provided the warmest hospitality, even wanting Sie Yufei to stay and give lectures to young directors.
But where does Sie Yufei have the time!
He hurriedly explained his purpose, just about to mention who his father was…the director of the Film Factory decided outright, not only lending him the complete set of equipment but also assembling a young team for him, so they could learn well under Director Sie.
Sie Yufei was stunned.
He never imagined his fame could be so significant, enabling him to borrow precious cameras just by his name.
Am I this capable? Am I really this capable?
His mind filled with too many words of praise, which scared him into quickly calling Sie Yuguo.
After getting scolded, Sie Yufei finally felt grounded.
Hmm…this feels right.
Sie Yufei went alone but returned with more than ten people.
Seeing so many people, Lin Nianhe’s mind buzzed.
Originally, three sidecar motorcycles were enough, but now…
Su Yuncheng definitely had to go.
Vehicles needed to be driven, and people were also sitting on the sidecar motorcycles as they moved in a grand procession to the foot of the mountain of the Red Flag Team.
After transporting people and equipment in batches, they finally all arrived at the Red Flag Team after nearly three hours.
By the time they arrived, Bai Hua and his team had already confirmed the well-drilling locations and started working.
It was the time for working in the fields, so although the villagers were concerned about drilling the well, the farm work couldn’t be delayed, and only children were watching.
Upon arrival, Sie Yufei got busy, setting up and starting work.
Actually, he was also a bit confused; during the filming of “The Forest,” he did all the work himself, taking on multiple roles alone. Now suddenly having a team to lead, he didn’t know where to start directing.
Luckily, Youngest Master Sie was not someone concerned with saving face. He directly explained to those who came to learn that he had never been a leader before, so they should come up with plans together.
Having studied journalism, Wen Lan was also interested in photography, and now, being able to see it firsthand, she didn’t hesitate, joining in the bustling, occasionally taking out her work notebook to jot down a few words.
Seeing that she had nothing to do, Lin Nianhe found the Old Secretary, “Secretary, are there any buckets in the village? Bring them, and I’ll go fetch some water for everyone.”
Idle time is wasted; this well probably won’t be completed today, so they might as well get some water for the villagers first.
The Old Secretary hurriedly waved his hand, “No, no, motorcycles need fuel; it’s not worthwhile.”
“The fuel issue is covered by someone else…”
“No matter who covers it, it’s not okay,” the Old Secretary insisted, “That’s all national property and shouldn’t be used that way.”
Lin Nianhe really admired such a person.
If it were her, she wouldn’t be able to do it.
The Old Secretary, seemingly afraid Lin Nianhe would bring up fetching water by car again, said, “Comrade Xiao Lin, come to the brigade office, let’s talk about the school affairs.”
Lin Nianhe’s eyes lit up, and she immediately dragged her accountant, Sister Shumei, with the Old Secretary to the brigade office.
The Old Secretary poured them water and after a moment of silence, he said, “After Comrade Xiao Su mentioned it the other day, I discussed it with Accountant Old Ma. We think it surely is a good thing to let the children study; even if they don’t become officials, being literate is always good.”
Lin Nianhe nodded lightly, waiting for him to say “but.”
“But Comrade Xiao Lin, you’ve also seen, we truly face difficulties here. Even half-grown children have to work; such a major decision as studying can’t be made with just the two of us agreeing…”