Siheyuan (courtyard house): My father, Li Yunlong!

Head of Security Section, Administrative Level 17.

Li Zhenhua quickly assessed the situation and realized that this starting point was better than he had expected. With real power, it would be easier to take action.

He immediately expressed his opinion.

"I am willing to accept the organization's arrangements and tests, and I will definitely do my best in the work of the security department to live up to Director Yang's trust and Director Wang's expectations."

Wang Xiangqian nodded in satisfaction when he saw that the position and rank had been arranged properly.

"Yes, Lao Yang, your arrangement is very appropriate. The level meets the requirements, and the position can also help develop people. It's settled then."

When Director Yang saw Wang Xiangqian's approval, he felt a huge weight lifted from his heart, and his smile became even brighter.

"That's wonderful! Director Wang, please rest assured, we will fully support Comrade Zhenhua's work!"

He paused, then remembered something important, and a troubled look appeared on his face.

"However... Director Wang, regarding the housing issue... the newly built cadre buildings in the factory have already been allocated, and there are still quite a few cadres of level 17 and above waiting in line for housing. This... I'm afraid it won't be long before..."

Upon hearing this, Wang Xiangqian frowned.

"He doesn't have housing yet? Zhenhua is a level 17 cadre; according to regulations, he should be allocated corresponding housing. How can this be allowed! We can't make him commute every day, can we?"

His tone left no room for argument.

"Old Yang, you try to coordinate first. If that doesn't work, I'll go back to the ministry and see if I can arrange a room for Zhenhua at the headquarters guesthouse or nearby."

Upon hearing this, Li Zhenhua thought, "Isn't this just perfect?"

He had no interest in living in any cadre housing; he just wanted to complete the system's tasks first.

He immediately stood up and said firmly.

"Director Wang, Factory Director Yang, thank you for your concern. But now that I'm at the factory, I want to be with the workers and can't be treated specially. The staff housing is in short supply, and as a newcomer, I can't cut in line and upset the veterans. I just need a place to shelter from the wind and rain, even a less comfortable courtyard house or a dormitory—I have no problem with that! I absolutely cannot cause trouble for the factory or trouble the ministry leaders because of my situation!"

When he said this, both Wang Xiangqian and Factory Director Yang were stunned.

Wang Xiangqian felt that this was too unfair to Li Zhenhua, and he wouldn't be able to explain it when he got back.

Director Yang was once again deeply moved by this "noble character".

This young master not only has a powerful background, but also a higher level of awareness; he's truly committed to working at the grassroots level!

Looking into Li Zhenhua's sincere and firm eyes, and then glancing at Wang Xiangqian's expression—though he didn't agree, he was also being swayed by Li Zhenhua's insistence and was no longer willing to strongly oppose him—Director Yang immediately made a decision.

He immediately picked up the phone.

"Hey, get me Old Sun from logistics! Tell him to come to my office right now!"

A short while later, Sun, the head of the logistics department, came running in, panting.

Director Yang gave the direct order.

"Old Sun, this is the newly appointed Head of Security, Section Chief Li, administrative level 17. Section Chief Li is highly conscientious and not picky, but we can't let our comrades down. Immediately bring me a list of all the housing available in the factory right now, whether it's the remaining staff housing, dormitory buildings, or empty rooms in courtyard houses, and let Section Chief Li choose for himself! Make sure it's resolved as soon as possible!"

Although Director Sun was unaware of the situation, seeing how seriously Director Yang was taking it, and hearing the keywords "Section Chief Li" and "Level 17," he quickly nodded and bowed.

"Yes, yes, factory manager, I understand! I'll bring you a complete list of vacant rooms in the entire factory, along with their details, for Section Chief Li to decide!"

Seeing that the matter was resolved, Wang Xiangqian got up to say goodbye and left.

As the director of the Ministry of Machinery, it was already a great honor that he could take a whole morning to spend with Li Zhenhua.

Before leaving, he patted Li Zhenhua's shoulder hard again and whispered.

"Zhenhua, do your best here, but don't be too hard on yourself. If you encounter any difficulties you can't handle, remember to call me, or go home and talk to your mother. Don't try to tough it out. As for your father... well, take it slow. He'll get over it eventually."

A warm feeling welled up in Li Zhenhua's heart, and he nodded sincerely.

"Uncle Wang, thank you, I'll remember that. Take care on your journey."

After seeing Director Wang off, Factory Director Yang's smile became even more amiable as he led Li Zhenhua back to his office.

Not long after, Director Sun from the Logistics Department came running back, carrying a thick stack of folders and covered in sweat.

"Factory manager, Section Chief Li, all available housing units are here."

As he wiped his sweat, Director Sun spread the documents out on his desk.

"These are the few remaining single rooms in the newly built cadre building; they're a bit small. These are a few vacant beds in the dormitory building. And these are empty rooms in several courtyard houses owned by the factory, scattered across several nearby alleys; the conditions vary."

Li Zhenhua's heart raced slightly. He thanked them and began to carefully review the forms that recorded information about the available courtyard houses.

His gaze quickly swept over the addresses: Doujiao Hutong, Yu'er Hutong, Mao'er Hutong...

Finally, on the page about Nanluoguxiang, he saw the address he had been waiting for.

No. 95, Nanluoguxiang.

The form clearly states: Backyard annex, vacant. Area: approximately 28 square meters. Note: Structure intact, requires simple cleaning.

right here!

Based on his memory, Li Zhenhua knew that this house was a courtyard house, and besides the house of the eldest uncle Yi Zhonghai, it was the best house, next to Xu Damao's house.

Li Zhenhua suppressed his excitement, gently tapped the line of record with his finger, and looked up at Director Yang and Section Chief Sun.

"Director Yang, Section Chief Sun, I think this location is quite good. Nanluoguxiang isn't too far from the factory area, and the courtyard house feels very down-to-earth. I'll choose this back room."

Factory Director Yang leaned over to take a look, and his brows furrowed.

"This... Comrade Zhenhua, isn't this back courtyard room too small? Besides, the courtyard is full of people, and the conditions are far worse than the cadre housing. How can this be! It's too unfair to you! Why don't you take a look at that single room in the cadre housing? Although it's smaller, it's clean and convenient..."

Li Zhenhua shook his head firmly.

"Director Yang, really, that's not necessary. I think the courtyard house is fine; it's lively and will allow me to integrate into the lives of the workers more quickly. This place is fine; I'm very satisfied."

Seeing that Li Zhenhua was determined, Director Yang did not want to persuade him further, but he still felt bad about it.

This young man with such a strong background volunteered to go to the front lines where things were tough, and even chose the simplest housing. This awareness made me both admire him and feel a little uneasy.

He turned to ask Director Sun.

"Old Sun, in the backyard of courtyard number 95, besides this side room, are there any other empty rooms nearby? Like side rooms, small side rooms, or something?"

Director Sun quickly checked the records and replied.

"Factory manager, yes! There's a small side room next to the main room, about seven or eight square meters. It used to be used for storing miscellaneous items, but it's empty now. Also, there's an even smaller side room in the corner of the backyard, about five or six square meters. The old master craftsman who used to live there just moved out, so it's empty now."

Upon hearing this, Director Yang immediately waved his hand.