The Life of a Son-in-Law in a Courtyard House

Before the convoy entered Beijing, Yang Dalin took the opportunity to have everyone stop the car and distribute a basket of pears to everyone.

Otherwise, it wouldn't look good to ship them to the freight station and then repackage them.

Everyone understood the unspoken agreement, took their share, thanked Yang Dalin, and set off again for their workplace.

If other colleagues bring good things, they will share them with a few close colleagues; that's normal.

Upon the arrival of the convoy at the freight station, Qi Desheng, on behalf of the leadership, immediately welcomed everyone back safely.

As for why no one from the unit came, well, he wasn't the top leader. It was an old song title. He had suffered too many injuries in the past and was often in the hospital recuperating. The daily work of the station was basically handled by Qi Desheng, the deputy station chief.

Qi Desheng had a close relationship with the top leader; the two had been comrades-in-arms before, so there was no shirking of concerns about Qi Desheng's excessive power.

Many units nowadays are staffed by military personnel who were transferred to civilian jobs, so there isn't as much competition for power and profit.

For example, the security department of the steel rolling mill has many security personnel who were transferred from an entire company in the military.

The deputy director there was originally a company commander in the army, and the deputy company commander was the head of the security section.

(Now, many military officers are transferred to civilian jobs and given a promotion of half a rank. But things change after that; they might be given a half-rank promotion, but they may not necessarily have any real power.)

How could the head of the security department dare to disobey the deputy director?

However, things will be different in a few years, and many managers will be ousted from their positions.

Things got chaotic inside.

When the head of the security department caught Sha Zhu sleeping with Qin Huairu, he didn't act like a department head at all; he was clearly a good-for-nothing who had gotten the position by sheer luck.

Qi Desheng shook hands with everyone one by one to celebrate their safe return. This was because they had encountered a theft gang with local protection and almost ended up in jail. If it weren't for Yang Dalin's quick reaction, these drivers might have been in serious trouble.

That's why Qi Desheng is taking this so seriously.

When it was time to shake hands with Yang Dalin, the last person to shake hands with, Lao Qi grasped Yang Dalin's hand with his right hand.

He patted Yang Dalin on the shoulder with his left hand and praised him repeatedly: "Good lad, you did a great job. You were alert and quick-witted. Keep up the good work and keep striving for even greater achievements."

Yang Dalin replied, "Yes, Deputy Station Chief. It's all thanks to the excellent guidance of the leaders. Under their wise leadership, we were able to complete the mission safely."

Serving the organization is something everyone should do.

Qi Desheng gave him an approving look: "You know how to talk, kid."

After welcoming them, everyone parked the convoy at the warehouse entrance, and someone went to unload the goods.

Qi Desheng also said that the company cafeteria still had food left, and those who hadn't eaten could go to the cafeteria to eat, or those who wanted to go home to rest could go home first to let others know they were safe and sound, and then come back to work early the next morning.

Team leader He Tianxueyi and Yang Dalin stayed behind for a short while.

The team leader first went to Qi Desheng's office to give a detailed report on the situation along the way before leaving.

Tian Xueyi and Yang Dalin entered Qi Desheng's office. The two were much more casual. After entering, Tian Xueyi casually found a sofa and sat down.

Moreover, Yang Dalin also packed a bag of pears, intending to deliver them directly to Qi Desheng.

How could they really not give Qi Dagouxiong any pears? Otherwise, if Qi Dagouxiong found out that Yang Dalin only gave them to other colleagues, including Tian Xueyi, but not him.

Qi Desheng will definitely make things difficult for Yang Dalin.

So it's about a stingy boss; you should never offend him.

As soon as Yang Dalin entered the room, he dumped the pears from his satchel onto the desk in Qi Desheng's office.

Qi Desheng asked, "Where did this come from? Was it a bribe?"

Before Yang Dalin could speak, Tian Xueyi retorted, "Dalinzi went back to his hometown on the way. His hometown produces fruit. Even if you eat some, it won't shut you up. If you don't want any, give them to me."

"No good deed goes unpunished, Dalinzi. I told you it was unnecessary for you to give it to him."

Qi Desheng grabbed one, wiped it, took a bite, and said, "Get lost, Da Linzi isn't as stingy as you."

Is it Dalinzi?

Why is this pear so sour?

Yang Dalin and Tian Xueyi exchanged a glance, hiding their smiles. Yang Dalin had given Qi Desheng only sour pears; how could they not be sour?

Qi Desheng frowned as he ate the pear. He couldn't bear to throw it away, but he ate it in much smaller bites. Then he continued, "Tell me what kind of reward you want this time. You two have done a great service this time. The reward for the man surnamed Tian is easy to say. He might get a raise. But Da Linzi has done so much good that I and the leaders are almost at a loss for how to reward him."

By the way, your sister-in-law has found you a place to live.

What are your thoughts?

Upon hearing that a house had been found, Yang Dalin came up with a good idea. Since Qi Desheng didn't know how to reward him, it would be wrong for him to take nothing. Otherwise, if others made contributions, would they also follow his example and not take anything?

That's definitely not appropriate.

Little did they know the story of Zigong redeeming people.

It's not appropriate for someone to ask for rewards themselves, but to expect everyone to follow their example and make contributions. One or two acts are fine, and it's acceptable for those serving in the military without family burdens. However, it's also inappropriate for people to only talk about dedication and not ask for rewards after leaving the military.

Moreover, a highly effective and combat-ready unit also has a clear system of rewards and punishments, and those who make contributions will be rewarded.

Qi Desheng and his leadership team were mostly from the military, and they thought the same way.

So Yang Dalin said, "Brother Sheng, how big is the house that your wife found for me?"

Is it because the area is a bit large and the house isn't very nice? Maybe my workplace could help me think of a solution and discuss it with the neighborhood committee to have the house renovated.

Then they'll furnish it for me.

Of course, I don't want new furniture; I can just choose from the warehouses that have been confiscated on the street.

I don't want Western-style furniture from capitalists above my level; I just want something sturdy and durable.

Qi Desheng thought it was a good idea, and it was inexpensive and easy to implement.

"Okay, that's a good idea. Go ask your sister-in-law how big your house is."

I heard there are three main rooms and three side rooms, and the area is quite large.

Your brother Tian and I will lend you the money to make up the difference, and your workplace will help you coordinate the repairs on the house and furniture.

Just relax and wait for the move.

Yang Dalin bowed deeply to Qi Desheng: "Thank you so much, sister-in-law and brother Sheng. You two chat, I'll go find your sister-in-law and then head home to let you know I'm safe."

Qi Desheng was overjoyed to see Yang Dalin get a nice house, and waved his hand: "Fine, get out of here."

Come to work first thing tomorrow morning.

After saying goodbye to the two men, Yang Dalin filled his satchel with pears and apples, and of course, he gave his sister-in-law the best quality ones, along with a braised chicken wrapped in oil paper.

Qi Desheng, that big bear, only deserves to eat ordinary pears. He can't be given anything good, and of course, the braised chicken can't be brought out first.

Yang Dalin arrived at the dispatch room, where Gong Xuemei was looking at some documents.

Yang Dalin approached Gong Xuemei, who then realized who he was. She stood up excitedly, grabbed his arm, and looked him up and down. "Dalinzi's back! I heard you were in danger again. Are you alright?"

Yang Dalin said, "Sister-in-law, I'm fine. Not a hair on my head was hurt. They were just petty thieves, so don't worry. I was passing through my hometown and took some errands, so I brought you some fruit and a roast chicken."

After saying that, Yang Dalin took out all the fruit from his bag and laid it on half the table for Gong Xuemei, and also put the braised chicken on it.

Gong Xuemei said with a smile, "I'll just take two pieces of fruit to try. You can take the rest home for your aunt and her children. I don't want the braised chicken either; you can take that home."

Yang Dalin replied, "No need, sister-in-law. I brought plenty of fruit and braised chicken, don't worry."

The fruits I've selected for you are all delicious varieties, including a few special ones.

Do you have a bag? I'll pack it up for you and take it home to eat.

"By the way, sister-in-law, the ones I gave you and the ones I gave Sheng-ge are slightly different."