The Grandmother in the Siheyuan

Chapter 446 Preparations
"Although Tangshan isn't very far away, it's still considered leaving one's hometown," Liu Hua said sincerely. "If everyone is willing to work with me, Liu, then I will definitely consider the actual situation."

"The company will provide double rooms with fans, TVs, and laundry rooms," Liu Hua said with a smile. "If you are a young couple without children, and your wife is willing to come with you, we can also provide you with a couple's room."

Some of the older workers were getting anxious, as they had large families, including at least one or two children.

"Of course, for those who have elderly parents and young children to support, the dormitory is not suitable and there is no way to solve it for the time being. According to the policy, they may be able to move to the staff housing in the future. In the short term, you may need to rent a house, but the company will subsidize part of the rent."

"As for those who are on break and want to return to Beijing, the company will provide free shuttle buses, including pick-up and drop-off."

It can be said that Liu Hua's arrangements are quite comprehensive, and it is estimated that no other company in China can currently provide such comprehensive logistical support.

Liu Hua held up one finger: "The most important point is that anyone whose home is in Beijing but who is willing to come to Tangshan with me will receive a monthly allowance for leaving home."

Why did the workers follow Liu Hua? Wasn't it to make money? If they could make more money, then small difficulties wouldn't be insurmountable.

Liu Hua added, “As for those who are unwilling to come to Tangshan with me, I can only give you severance pay in accordance with relevant regulations. Fortunately, the construction of the new factory will take some time, so you will continue to work in the old factory for the time being. You can work while looking for other jobs, so as not to delay your ability to support your families.”

So, apart from the management being somewhat dissatisfied, everyone else at today's meeting was quite satisfied.

However, Liu Hua doesn't care whether the management is satisfied or not. Everything has to be done according to his rules. If they're not satisfied, so be it. As far as your thoughts can go, then get out of here.

Of course, you're not saying you don't want any management positions. He had already inquired about it beforehand, asking He Jianguo.

This kid recently submitted a report on the development of the steel industry. It's fair to say he visited every steel mill in the area surrounding Beijing.

He Jianguo knew perfectly well which person in charge of these steel plants was dedicated and capable, and which was a waste of national resources.

After the meeting ended, Liu Hua called the responsible persons back. Although mobile phones are not yet fully widespread, it is not strange that these factory directors have one.

"Are you curious? Why did I only call the four of you back?"

Everyone shook their heads. In fact, some people knew the truth. They were all in the same industry, and everyone knew who had what kind of reputation.

Some people knew perfectly well that the other three were just like themselves – they were really good at managing the factory. After the meeting, the boss called them in for a private meeting, which clearly meant that the boss wanted to promote them.

However, it's better to play dumb in this situation. Pretend you don't know, and wait for Liu Hua to reveal the answer before pretending to suddenly understand and looking relieved. This will surely win you the leader's favor.

“Someone recommended the four of you to me,” Liu Hua continued. “Because your management is quite good, if you’re willing, you can temporarily take charge of the preparatory committee for the new factory. I have a lot of things to do and can’t focus on just this one project.”

The four men looked at each other, surprised that their new boss was so blunt. In essence, they agreed, but they had originally wanted to be more reserved.

“No problem.” One of the men said honestly, “Since you think so highly of us, we will definitely do our best.”

Liu Hua nodded: "Your name is Cong Caihou, right? You're an honest man." "Boss, my name is Ji Mingjie."

"Jia Yu".

"Zhou Chuan."

Liu Hua nodded: "Then I'll leave it to you. I'm too busy here. After you're settled, I have to fly to Longxi. If you need anything, just contact He Jianguo from the Ministry of Industry. He's in charge of site selection. Just cooperate with him in the early stages."

Although they didn't know who He Jianguo was, they figured he must be a mature and prudent person, otherwise they wouldn't have entrusted him with such an important task.

When they finally saw who He Jianguo was, they were dumbfounded. He was a young man who was not even thirty years old. But when they heard He Jianguo constantly referring to himself as "Uncle Liu," they immediately understood. Sure enough, it's easy to get ahead if you have connections in high places.

However, after spending time with him, they realized that He Jianguo was no ordinary person and had a deep understanding of the steel industry.

Liu Hua completely relinquished control, handing over the preparations for the new factory to He Jianguo and four others. People in the Ministry of Industry thought he was incredibly careless, considering it involved hundreds of billions of yuan.

Once the site selection was finalized and the factory was actually being built, everyone realized Liu Hua's brilliance.

On the surface, these are the five people who are actually working, but there is also a dedicated office within Taiyi Group that is responsible for conducting special investigations on every application. Financial applications are even more rigorous, ensuring that every penny is used effectively.

To this end, the higher authorities even sent a research team to Liu Hua Company to learn from their experience and study their financial system, which is both flexible and strictly implemented.

Liu Hua spent tens of thousands of points to redeem this management system back then. This was because computer engineering was not yet advanced. When computer engineering develops, artificial intelligence will be added.

Liu Hua flew back to Longxi, where the staff of China National Nuclear Corporation had already helped him set up the experimental reactor project and were just waiting for him, the boss, to announce the start of construction.

On the day Liu Hua arrived in Longxi, he immediately announced the start of construction. Leaders from CNNC and higher-level departments were present.

High hopes were placed on thorium-based molten salt reactors, and the world's nuclear industry professionals will never forget the tragedy of Chernobyl.

All those working in the nuclear industry are looking for a safe way to generate nuclear power, and thorium-based molten salt reactors are probably the safest option known to date.

The higher-ups said with concern, "It's certainly gratifying that your reactor can be built, but unfortunately our country's thorium reserves are only 280,000 tons. It's safe, but we'll be at the mercy of others."

"Then I'll have to trouble the geological department," Liu Hua said with a smile. "I don't believe that our country's thorium reserves are so small. Everyone says we are a vast country with abundant resources, but if we only have this little bit, how can we call ourselves abundant?"

"Whether you believe it or not, the facts are the facts."

Liu Hua nodded: "Let's do both at the same time. The geological department needs to step up its efforts. Our relationship with India hasn't been severed yet, so I will continue to import and stockpile more."

(End of this chapter)