Chapter 91
Some said, "Wow, she's been living the high life these past few years, I wonder where all that money comes from"; others said, "Lin Lianhua wears new clothes every day, and her husband doesn't work, where does all that money come from?"
In short, there was a lot of discussion, and Lin Lianhua was pointed at and talked about whenever she walked around the factory.
She was incredibly frustrated and furious, but her superiors weren't making any progress.
But.
Lin Lianhua will soon no longer have to worry about this.
As more and more people like her had been targeted with Big-Character Poster, including the deputy factory director, the head of the purchasing department, and the workshop foreman...
The factory was immediately in an uproar.
"What's going on? Why are they being plastered with Big-Character Poster too?" Sister Deng's jaw nearly dropped to the floor. She rubbed her eyes, her face full of disbelief.
"Sister Deng, stop looking! The leader wants to see you."
An official came over and greeted them.
Sister Deng quickly agreed and went to the factory director's office. As soon as she entered, she saw a large crowd of people in the office. Some were angry, some were crying, and many others looked resentful and frustrated.
"Big sister, over here."
Liang Ying waved to Sister Deng.
Sister Deng quickly and quietly went over. Several people were smoking inside, and the room reeked of smoke. Sister Deng walked to Liang Ying's side and asked in a low voice, "What's going on?"
Liang Ying didn't say anything, but Zhang Xing’er blurted it out. "Several leaders have had Big-Character Poster put up against them, and the employees below are all making a fuss, saying they want an investigation, and if it's not investigated, they'll report it to their superiors."
This time, something really serious has happened.
The Big-Character Poster mentioned the housing allocation in the factory in 1982. It said that some leaders took money and allocated good houses to people who did not meet the requirements, and some leaders occupied houses but rented them to outsiders, while the employees of the unit did not get any. Some bonuses were also deducted, and the leaders divided the money among themselves.
To be honest, these things do exist.
The key to this kind of thing is to keep it a secret from below, but not from above. If the lower-level employees don't know, how could the higher-ups not know?
Everyone was just thinking of turning a blind eye, and besides, they had already benefited themselves, so why bother causing trouble for others?
Therefore, although the Textile Factory's performance has been poor in recent years, the leaders have actually been living more comfortably than in earlier years.
Even if they don't own a car, who doesn't own several houses?
If no one talks about this kind of thing, it's as if nothing happened.
But now that someone has leaked it, things have really gone up in circles!
Especially since the posters clearly state the names and details of the events and the amounts involved, the factory workers hadn't thought much of it before. But now, seeing the Big-Character Poster and reflecting on the housing allocation incident seven or eight years ago, they're understandably furious!
This is about houses, a matter that affects several generations of a family's housing. Even a fair and equitable distribution can cause dissatisfaction, let alone this time when someone has actually provided evidence that there was something fishy about the housing allocation!
As a result, everyone started making a fuss, demanding not only an investigation into the leaders but also a redistribution of housing!
The deputy factory director was the one who got the most criticism, and he was also the most furious. He slammed his fist on the table and said, "Old Xu, the Big-Character Poster should have been thoroughly investigated before. Now that they haven't, well, we're all in trouble. If this gets to the Discipline Inspection Commission, we'll all be in deep trouble!"
Xu Changzai was also worried, but he made a decision: investigate thoroughly and find out who this troublemaker is who posts Big-Character Poster every day!
Chapter 91 The Ninety-First Day of Being Eavesdropped On
Bai Xiaoyan was absolutely terrified.
Luckily, her job was cleaning toilets, so no one would notice if she wasn't paying attention at work.
As soon as she got off work, she rushed home to find her husband. "What are we going to do? There are so many Big-Character Poster in the factory for some reason!"
"What Big-Character Poster? Didn't you just put up one about Liang Ying?"
Her husband, drunk, said through hiccups.
Although Bai Xiaoyan felt increasingly disgusted by her husband, she had no one to consult with now that this had happened, so she could only tell him, "Yes, but I don't know how it became Lin Lianhua's name, and now it's even been posted on the deputy factory director's and others' names!"
Her words instantly sobered her husband up.
Her husband sat up straight, his eyes wide as he stared at Bai Xiaoyan. "You... you've been tricked! Of all people to associate with, why did you have to associate with the leader?!"
Bai Xiaoyan was on the verge of tears. "How was I supposed to know someone would dare to mess with me? Several leaders have been criticized, and everyone's saying they're embezzling. If this goes on and it gets back to me, I can forget about working here anymore."
Her husband's face was as black as the bottom of a pot; he probably wanted to curse, but seeing Bai Xiaoyan's pitiful look, he decided it was pointless and could only say, "Tonight, let's stake out your factory and catch the person who put up the big- Big-Character Poster. Then we can say we've done a good deed!"
Bai Xiaoyan was at a loss for what to do, but after her husband said it, she thought it was indeed a good idea and nodded in agreement.
On Liang Ying's side, Gu Jinshui asked, "Are we still going to put up Big-Character Poster tonight?"
"Where am I going? There will definitely be people watching the factory tonight. Let's leave it at that. I won't go there again." Liang Ying said casually as she folded the clothes, having already put the matter behind her.
Seeing that she didn't seem to care much about the matter, Gu Jinshui asked, "What are your plans after that?"
That's what you call a married couple. After so many years of marriage, Gu Jinshui still understands Liang Ying.
He knew that Liang Ying had put up those Big-Character Poster the leaders, so she probably had the idea of leaving the factory; otherwise, she wouldn't have gone to such lengths.
After thinking for a moment, Liang Ying sat down next to Gu Jinshui and said hesitantly, "I'm thinking of quitting my job and starting my own business, making and selling clothes. What do you think?"
"I will definitely Great Strength support the decisions my wife makes!"
Gu Jinshui immediately clapped, giving Liang Ying ample face.
Liang Ying blushed and slapped his shoulder irritably. "Don't give me that crap. I wanted to ask if you think it's okay?"
"Why not? Honey, everyone in our family says the clothes you make look beautiful. Gu Jinshui cheongsam you made for your wedding with Yin Xing, for example. So many people praised it on her wedding day and even wanted to buy it." Gu Jinshui massaged Liang Ying's shoulders. He had long seen his wife working herself to the bone in the factory, giving so many useful suggestions and helping the factory get orders, but the factory wouldn't even give her a director position. He had no objection to this.
Since his wife hadn't expressed her opinion before, Gu Jinshui didn't dare to say anything.
Now that his wife is willing to quit her job, let alone start her own business, even if she does nothing and stays at home, Gu Jinshui is happy.
To garner support, Gu Jinshui dragged Gu Yousi into the fray, saying, "Daughter, don't you think the clothes your mom makes are especially beautiful?"
Gu Yousi nodded. "Mom, we support you if you want to quit your job."
The next decade or so will be a period of rapid development for the clothing industry. With her mother's vision and skills, it wouldn't be difficult for her to create a brand with just a little effort.
Letting her mother continue to work as a manager in the factory would be a waste of her talent.
Liang Ying was a little unsure, but hearing her husband and daughter say the same thing, she gradually gained confidence.
"Okay, I'll think about it some more!"
While the Gu Family was enjoying a harmonious time, Bai Xiaoyan and her husband were shivering from the cold outside the Textile Factory.
Although the weather in October was still very hot, the strong winds at night made people feel cold to the bone.
Her husband was getting impatient. He took out cigarettes and matches from his pocket. "It's getting late. Maybe the guy who's putting up those big- Big-Character Poster isn't coming today?"
He yawned.
Bai Xiaoyan was also worried, but fearing her husband would leave, she whispered, "No, she put up the posters a couple of days ago, she'll definitely come back tonight."
But to be honest, whether he'll come or not is really uncertain.
Bai Xiaoyan's husband, feeling agitated, lit a cigarette. He'd only taken a puff when the spark flickered in the darkness. Bai Xiaoyan noticed it, and something flashed through her mind. Before she could react, she heard someone shout from inside the factory, "Someone's outside! Arrest them! Arrest them now!"
She and her husband were both taken aback.
The two men exchanged a glance, reacted quickly, and immediately got up from the bushes, ready to run away. However, the factory's security team had been on guard all night, and they had all been reprimanded by their superiors during the day. They weren't about to let them get away, and they quickly caught up with them.
Early the next morning.
Liang Ying rode her bike to work. As soon as she arrived at the factory, she saw everyone whispering amongst themselves. Sister Deng spotted her immediately and rushed over, pulling Liang Ying aside. "Liang Ying, something's happened! They arrested someone at the factory last night!"
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Liang Ying's mind went blank for a moment, and she asked, completely confused, "Caught? Who are they catching?"
"Oh dear, how can you be so forgetful? It's just about those big- Big-Character Poster!" Sister Deng's voice rose, and seeing that people around were looking over, she quickly pulled Liang Ying aside. "Last night, the security team arrested Bai Xiaoyan and her husband. Good heavens, they searched their house and found clippings of newspapers. Now the leaders want them to give an explanation, or they'll be sent to the Public Security!"
These days, a factory is like a small territory. In Textile Factory like the one where Liang Ying and her colleagues work, the security team has law enforcement powers and even has handcuffs and guns. If anything happens in the factory, the security team will handle it first, and then the situation will be handed over to the Public Security.
Liang Ying couldn't help but gasp; it would be a lie to say she wasn't surprised.
She never expected that Bai Xiaoyan and the others would be captured.
She secretly rejoiced, thankful that they hadn't planned to come last night, otherwise they would have been the ones in trouble.
As for Bai Xiaoyan and the others being arrested, it can only be said that God has eyes. Bai Xiaoyan was the first to put up the Big-Character Poster, so it was only right that she was arrested.
Bai Xiaoyan was utterly devastated and on the verge of tears.
The couple hadn't slept all night, and now, facing the leaders' questioning, they were trembling with fear. Her husband was so scared he wet himself.
"I really didn't expect that it would be you, Bai Xiaoyan, who's been stirring up trouble in our factory lately."
The deputy factory director's dark red face was contorted with anger. His expression was tense, and the veins on his forehead bulged, but he suppressed his rage and said coldly, "Why don't you talk to the leaders about your opinions? Why do you have to make a scene and put up Big-Character Poster? Do you want to repeat the old days of criticizing and denouncing the leaders?"
The deputy factory director's words immediately triggered a strong reaction from everyone.
Director Xu had initially intended to downplay the matter, thinking it was none of his business, but upon hearing the criticism, his eyelids twitched, and his gaze towards Bai Xiaoyan became less than friendly. "Comrade, we've already searched your home. What else do you have to say?"
"Factory manager, I'm truly innocent! We didn't do it!"
Bai Xiaoyan was utterly devastated.
The deputy factory director sneered in anger, "You didn't do it. The newspapers were all found in your home, and they match the Big-Character Poster that reported Lin Lianhua before!"
"I didn't report Lin Lianhua, it's all a misunderstanding, someone is trying to frame me!"
Bai Xiaoyan suddenly realized what was happening. She sat up straight and gritted her teeth, saying, "It was Liang Ying! It was Liang Ying who retaliated against me! Leaders, you have to believe me, it really wasn't me!"
"Liang Ying, what does this have to do with Liang Ying?"
The deputy factory director was displeased upon hearing this and rebuked him, "Stop trying to frame others!"
Bai Xiaoyan was on the verge of tears. "Really, I only reported Liang Ying. I'm just angry that her family got their names cleared and received so much money, but they won't help me at all. You can ask my husband if you don't believe me."
"Yes, we only put up Big-Character Poster Liang Ying in our house!" Her husband, realizing the seriousness of the situation, quickly said.
Although posting Big-Character Poster about Liang Ying wasn't exactly something to be proud of, it was still better than reporting on the leaders. If you offended the leaders, they could not only make things difficult for you, but also kick you out of the textile Textile Factory.
The leaders exchanged glances, discussed the matter briefly, and then had Liang Ying and Lin Lianhua summoned.
Lin Lianhua was taken aback, but she began to believe Bai Xiaoyan.
But it's hard to say why she believed it. She can't exactly say it was her daughter's dream, can she? Otherwise, her boss would either think she's crazy or stupid.
"Boss, she sounds very convincing; maybe there's more to this than meets the eye."
"Sir, my opinion differs from Comrade Lin Lianhua's."
Liang Ying frowned. "Bai Xiaoyan is a despicable person. You can't believe anything she says. Besides, she said she was sticking up to me, so how did it suddenly turn into sticking up to Lin Lianhua?"
"That means someone did it, maybe it was you who replaced my Big-Character Poster!"