Li Ye wanted Zhou Ziqing to become his assistant, but instead of going to Zhou Ziqing first, he sought out Lu Zhizhang to discuss it.
After all, Zhou Ziqing's administrative coordination skills were outstanding. She could be called the "glue" of First Branch Factory's management. The harmonious atmosphere at First Branch Factory had much to do with her. If Li Ye suddenly took her away, Lu Zhizhang, the factory director, would definitely need time to adjust.
"Old Lu, I'm planning to have Zhou Ziqing serve as my assistant. Who do you think should take over personnel matters?"
Lu Zhizhang teased, "With your eye for talent, do you even need to ask me? You've poached the very best. Whoever takes over won't be as capable as she is!"
Li Ye pursed his lips and shook his head. "You're wrong. The best is you, Lu Zhizhang. But your seniority is too high. There's no way I can have you be my assistant!"
"No, no, no, I'm willing! I'm willing, hahaha!"
Lu Zhizhang laughed heartily, then said seriously, "As long as you have no objections, I'd be more than happy to. You'll surpass me sooner or later anyway, so what do I have to be coy about?"
Li Ye lightly shoved Lu Zhizhang's shoulder and laughed as he scolded, "Get out of here. Don't make fun of me! Hurry up and help me think of a good candidate. First Branch Factory is a big operation now. An ordinary person really can't shoulder Zhou Ziqing's burden."
"A suitable candidate..."
Lu Zhizhang thought for a moment, then said, "Why don't we ask Zhou Ziqing what she thinks first? Maybe the young people she trained are exceptionally capable?"
Li Ye blinked and said thoughtfully, "That works too. After all, they're her own sons."
First Branch Factory