Courtyard House: Initial Donation of 50 Million

The next morning, as expected, Deputy Director Wang of the neighborhood committee strolled over to courtyard number 95, hands behind his back. He didn't go directly to the west wing, but instead found three elderly men (Yi Zhonghai claimed to be ill and wasn't actually there, but was actually ashamed to face anyone). With a stern face, he said, "Old Yan, Old Liu, I've received reports from residents that someone in our courtyard is engaging in inappropriate relationships, possibly involving technical issues. You're the heads of the courtyard, what's going on?"

Upon hearing this, Yan Bugui's heart skipped a beat. His small eyes darted around, and he immediately guessed that it was probably Liu Haizhong, that idiot, who was behind this! He quickly tried to distance himself: "Director Wang, what are you talking about? Our institute has always been united, and under Chief Engineer Wang's leadership, the atmosphere is very positive!" He specifically mentioned "Chief Engineer Wang" to remind Deputy Director Wang to consider the implications.

Liu Haizhong was secretly delighted, thinking that someone had come to back him up, and quickly replied, "Director Wang, you've come at the right time! It's like this, Jia Dongxu from the Intermediate Court has been going to Chief Engineer Wang's place in the West Wing every few days, staying for half a day each time, acting all mysterious, and even bringing out a lot of books and papers. I'm worried... worried that this might have a bad influence? What if some technical secrets leak out..."

Upon hearing this, Deputy Director Wang became even more excited and put on an air of authority: "Is that so? Let's go take a look!" He then headed towards the Jia family's residence in the Intermediate People's Court.

Just then, the door to the west courtyard opened, and Wang Huanbo came out. He already knew from his driver, Xiao Zhao, that someone from the street had come, and he also guessed Liu Haizhong's despicable intentions. He calmly went to greet him: "Director Wang, what brings you here? Is something the matter?"

When Deputy Director Wang saw the person in question, his imposing manner faltered slightly, but he still maintained his air of authority: "Engineer Wang, I heard you often tutor Comrade Jia Dongxu? Um... would you mind revealing the specifics? After all, Comrade Jia Dongxu is recovering from a work injury, so his health should be the priority." His words were barbed.

Wang Huanbo sneered inwardly, but maintained a faint smile on his face: "Director Wang's concern for the employees is a good thing. I do help Comrade Jia Dongxu with some junior and senior high school knowledge in my spare time. This is an employee quality improvement activity encouraged by the factory, and Director Yang and Secretary Wang know about it and support it. Comrade Jia Dongxu is disabled but determined, and wants to make new contributions to the factory in the future through learning. This is a positive and upward-looking attitude, and we should encourage him. As for technical secrets..." He paused, his gaze sweeping over Liu Haizhong, whose face looked unnatural, "Director Wang is overthinking it. I tutored him in basic math, physics, and chemistry, which has nothing to do with the factory's core technology. I still have that much awareness and organizational discipline."

Wang Huanbo's words were neither humble nor arrogant, but reasonable and well-founded. He directly elevated "private instruction" to the level of "employee quality improvement encouraged by the organization," and even brought up the factory leaders to shut up Deputy Director Wang.

Deputy Director Wang was momentarily speechless, his face flushing red and then pale. Yan Bugui quickly smoothed things over: "Yes, yes, Huanbo is just helping others and responding to the factory's call! It's a good thing that Jia Dongxu is learning from this! Liu Haizhong, you too, don't make assumptions if you don't understand the situation!"

Liu Haizhong was shocked by Wang Huanbo's tough stance, and even more surprised by Yan Bugui's last-minute defection. He was so angry that his face turned green, and he stammered, "I... I was only thinking about the atmosphere in the compound..."

Just then, Director Yang and Secretary Wang, having received the news, also sent the director of the factory office over (Little Zhao, quick-witted, had relayed the message again). The director of the factory office directly told Deputy Director Wang, "Director Wang, Comrade Jia Dongxu's training is a pilot project for employee re-education registered with the factory's labor union and personnel department, and Chief Engineer Wang is providing voluntary guidance. The factory leadership attaches great importance to this, believing it to be a positive measure that demonstrates organizational care and helps injured workers return to their jobs. If the street office has any questions, they can communicate directly with the factory's Party committee."

Well, the factory has already decided! It's a "pilot project" and "organizational support"! Deputy Director Wang was completely dumbfounded, realizing he'd kicked a hornet's nest. He quickly put on a smiling face: "Oh dear! It's a misunderstanding! It's all a misunderstanding! Oh, that's how it is! Good news! This is great news! Engineer Wang, thank you for your hard work! The neighborhood committee will definitely give it their full support!" After saying that, he glared at Liu Haizhong and slunk away.

Liu Haizhong stood frozen in place, wishing he could disappear into a crack in the ground! His attempt to steal a chicken backfired spectacularly; not only did he fail to bring down Wang Huanbo, but he also offended the factory leaders and lost all face in front of the neighbors!

Wang Huanbo gave Liu Haizhong a cold look without saying a word, but the chill in his eyes sent a shiver down Liu Haizhong's spine. He knew that in Wang Huanbo's mind, he was completely forgotten.

After the storm passed, Wang Huanbo called Jia Dongxu over, patted him on the shoulder, and said, "Dongxu, you see? If you want to improve, there will always be people holding you back. Ignore the gossip and focus on learning. If you encounter any difficulties, just tell me." This was a clear show of support and a warning!

Jia Dongxu was moved to tears, which strengthened his resolve to study even further. Meanwhile, the others in the courtyard, after this incident, gained a clearer understanding of Wang Huanbo's power and methods, and felt more respect for Jia Dongxu, at least no longer daring to openly mock him. Liu Haizhong, on the other hand, was completely dejected, unable to lift his head for a long time, and even reduced the frequency with which he would beat his son at home.