Chapter 91: Incident Follow-up
Chapter 91: Incident Follow-up
Li Kailang drove back to the transport brigade.
"Master, please go to the infirmary and get a check-up." Li Kailang said worriedly.
Zhang Jinwu responded nonchalantly: "I'm fine, my clothes are just a little torn."
Li Kailang still advised worriedly: "Master, you should go to the infirmary to have a look, otherwise I really will be worried."
After some persuasion, Zhang Jinwu was finally convinced by Li Kailang and went to the infirmary for a simple check-up.
Before leaving, Zhang Jinwu assigned the task of transporting steel bars to Li Kailang.
"Xiao Li, remember not to take that road, take the safe one. It's none of your business whether you can get the cement or not." Zhang Jinwu warned before leaving.
Hearing this, Li Kailang had no choice but to agree in order to appease Zhang Jinwu.
In fact, he had thought about taking that road, but he didn't want to make his master worry, so he finally chose to take the safe road.
Although this road is safe, it requires a detour of twenty to thirty miles and consumes a lot of gasoline.
"I wonder what's going on at the Daqing Oilfield?"
Li Kailang thought about this question in his mind. If Daqing Oilfield could develop a large amount of gasoline, then drivers could choose to take a safe route.
But now the conditions are not met, so they can only choose to take a more dangerous path.
Zhang Jinwu issued a new task order for transporting steel bars and gave it to Li Kailang.
As for the scrapped steel bars, they need to send them back to the factory for recycling. Fortunately, these steel bars can be returned to the furnace for re-making.
Before leaving, Li Kailang once again told Zhang Jinwu: "Master, please go to the infirmary as soon as possible."
Zhang Jinwu waved his hand and responded: "I know, I know."
Li Kailang took the task list and re-pulled the steel bars. He did not take that road on his own initiative.
An hour later, Li Kailang finally arrived at the cement factory, arriving just in time to get off work.
Everyone was originally preparing to eat excitedly, but after Li Kailang disrupted the meal, they immediately lost their mood and looked at Li Kailang coldly.
If the cement factory had not been in urgent need of the steel bars, they could have moved them during their afternoon shift.
"Comrades, I'm so sorry, so sorry!"
Li Kailang apologized repeatedly and handed over the Daqianmen cigarettes in his hand in an attempt to ease the relationship with everyone.
But some people deliberately ignored the call and didn't give Li Kailang a good look.
Even the warehouse attendant was not in a good mood. The workers moved the steel bars hesitantly before taking their lunch boxes to get food.
As a result of Li Kailang's actions, the workers could not have hot meals no matter how early or late they moved.
"I'm sorry, I'm sorry!" Li Kailang continued to apologize.
"Okay, you have a pile of cement, move it yourself!" said the warehouse attendant bluntly.
He pointed to the cement piled outside. There were 100 bags of it, but this amount was not even enough to fill one floor of a tube building.
Li Kailang looked at the 100 bags of cement without saying anything. He rolled up his sleeves and loaded the cement into the truck.
This job was originally done by cement workers, but because of Li Kailang's untimely arrival, no one was willing to help and everyone went to eat.
Li Kailang was the only one in the entire warehouse, silently moving cement. The scorching sun at noon made Li Kailang sweat profusely.
As for why I don’t use rings or space to cheat, who knows if there is someone watching from a distance, so it’s better to be cautious.
After the cement workers finished eating their leftovers and Li Kailang finished moving the cement, the workers continued their afternoon work without taking a lunch break.
Before leaving, Li Kailang apologized to them and distributed cigarettes, and the workers' attitude improved slightly.
"Okay, okay, go back now. Remember to come earlier next time!" the warehouse attendant said to them.
Hearing this and seeing that no one blamed him anymore, Li Kailang got in the car and left.
The reason why Li Kailang did this was that they were indeed wrong, and there was nothing to say about it.
But the most important thing is that this is an important task for the factory. In the past, there was a shortage of cement, which made the construction workers who were building the tube buildings unhappy and they dragged their feet on the construction.
Now we have only 100 bags of cement, and we will have to go again in a few days.
If the matter gets out of hand, the factory's share of cement will be even smaller, and the blame will fall on the transport team.
This is why Li Kailang was so humble.
Li Kailang may not consider himself, but he also has to consider his master, Lu Wenjiang and Zhang Fen.
When passing that road, Li Kailang took a look at the master's car. He originally thought it was just the insurance premium, but he didn't expect that there would be such a big change now.
The carriage has been separated from the body and the beam has been broken. Fortunately, the steel bars did not fall out, but the car is completely scrapped and can no longer be used.
Li Kailang looked at Zhang Jinwu's car, clenched his teeth, said nothing, and yet it seemed as if he had said everything.
Without stopping for long, Li Kailang continued driving to transport the cement back first.
On the other side, the steel mill infirmary.
After a preliminary examination, Zhang Jinwu determined that the man was injured.
After all, in such a dangerous incident, how could Zhang Jinwu just have his clothes torn? Fortunately, it was only a minor injury and he only needs to rest for about 10 days.
The chief physician strongly suggested that Zhang Jinwu rest at home during this period and not work, but Zhang Jinwu naturally refused as he still had things to deal with.
In the end, the director suggested that Zhang Jinwu rest at home for a few days.
The chief physician's suggestion was also out of selfish motives.
After all, he also knew Zhang Jinwu's identity and responsibilities. The most important thing was that the chief physician had a quota allocated to him in the tube building, and he didn't want anything to happen to Zhang Jinwu.
The construction of the tube-shaped building has been delayed again and again. If something happens to Zhang Jinwu, it will be a long time before they can move into the tube-shaped building!
After learning about the extent of the injury, Zhang Jinwu did not stay long and hurried back to the transport team to explain things.
It was exactly noon and all the drivers had returned.
I told them about my morning tasks and asked them to help me transport the car and steel bars back.
"Don't worry, Captain. I have nothing to do this afternoon. I'll find a few apprentices to help me get back here."
"Yes, Captain, you can rest assured and recuperate. We are here for you."
"Captain, are you okay? Do you want to go to the staff hospital again?"
Everyone was concerned about Zhang Jinwu's injuries and promised to help Zhang Jinwu recover his things.
"I'm fine. The doctor said I just need to rest for a few days. I'll leave this matter to you all," Zhang Jinwu said earnestly.
Li Kailang had not returned yet, so Lu Wenjiang walked towards the city and took Zhang Fen with him.
After Zhang Jinwu left, all the masters couldn't help but worry about his injuries.
"After the things are transported back, let's all go see the captain," someone suggested.
The proposal was passed instantly.
The task of pulling the cement depends entirely on Zhang Jinwu. Other masters cannot do it, or do not do it as well as Zhang Jinwu.
We are all very grateful to Zhang Jinwu. Without his efforts, our life would not be so easy.
The task of transporting cement has always been a headache for the transportation team and it cannot be solved no matter what.
On the other side, the steel mill infirmary.
After a preliminary examination, Zhang Jinwu was diagnosed with multiple injuries on his body, which gave him a preliminary understanding of his injuries.
Recalling the thrilling scene just now, he was still frightened. In such a dangerous situation, he only had his clothes torn and suffered some minor skin injuries.
"Captain Zhang, I suggest you stay at home and recuperate for a while, and don't rush back to work."
However, Zhang Jinwu had his own plans.
He has too many things to deal with and cannot let go of the burden just because of this minor injury.
So he firmly rejected the chief physician's advice.
"Captain Zhang, then you should go back and rest for three days."
The chief physician's suggestion was also out of selfish motives.
He was well aware of Zhang Jinwu's position and responsibilities in the factory, and was even more aware that his injury might affect the progress of the entire project.
The most important thing is that as the chief physician, he holds the quota for the tube-shaped building, and he does not want this quota to be affected by Zhang Jinwu's accident.
After all, the construction of the tube-shaped building has been delayed for a long time. If Zhang Jinwu encounters any accident during this period, their plan to move into the tube-shaped building will probably be far away.
"Okay, I'll go back first."
After learning that his injuries were not serious, Zhang Jinwu did not stay any longer and immediately returned to the transport team to explain things to everyone.
It was noon and all the drivers had returned.
Zhang Jinwu explained the morning's mission to everyone and asked them to help transport the car and steel bars back.
"Don't worry, Captain. I have nothing to do this afternoon. I'll find a few apprentices to help bring them back." Someone volunteered.
"Yes, Captain, you can rest assured and recuperate. We are here for you." Everyone expressed their willingness to help. "Captain, are you okay? Do you want to go to the staff hospital again?" someone asked with concern.
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Everyone was very concerned about his injuries and promised to help him retrieve his things.
Zhang Jinwu said gratefully: "I'm fine. The doctor said I just need to rest for a few days. I'll leave this matter to you all."
Li Kailang had gone out to deliver goods and had not returned yet, while Lu Wenjiang took Zhang Fen to take the urban route.
After Zhang Jinwu left, someone suggested: "After we get the stuff back, let's all go see the captain."
This proposal was immediately agreed and passed by everyone.
Zhang Jinwu has made an indispensable contribution to the current situation of the transport team. Without him transporting steel bars, we would not be able to save gasoline and life would not be so easy.
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After transporting the cement back, Li Kailang ran towards the transport team without stopping.
Master Zhao called Li Kailang and said, "Xiao Li, you're back. I have something to tell you."
"Master Zhao, I'm sorry, I have something to talk to you about. Let's talk later." Li Kailang said as he was about to leave.
"Hey! Wait a minute, Xiao Li, I'm talking about your master." Master Zhao looked at Li Kailang's anxious look and said hurriedly.
"Master Zhao, how is my master?" Li Kailang asked anxiously.
Seeing Li Kailang's anxious look, Master Zhao directly told him about Zhang Jinwu's situation and asked everyone to do something.
Li Kailang breathed a sigh of relief when he heard that his master was safe.
Master Zhao continued, "We all know about Lao Zhang's situation. Fortunately, he is fine, but we will not sit idly by and watch this happen."
"Some masters are free this afternoon. Please tell us how many people and cars will be there."
"Old Zhao is right. Everyone is free now. You make the arrangements and we will set off immediately." Another master echoed.
"This! Sorry to trouble you all!" Li Kailang said as he bowed.
"Xiao Li, you're welcome, you're welcome!" the masters replied.
"Xiao Li, please tell us the specific situation. The captain didn't explain it clearly." Another master echoed.
Hearing this, Li Kailang told the latest situation of the car.
All the masters were shocked after hearing this. They didn't expect the car body to break. It is conceivable how dangerous this matter was at that time.
"I think we should arrange four cars to go together, and call on the mechanics and a group of apprentices. About ten people will be enough." Master Zhao said after careful consideration.
"I think it's okay. Let's arrange it this way. Bring the tow rope and repair tools as well." added another master.
"Isn't this a bit too much?" A young master said worriedly.
"Now that the captain has said this, do you still care about making a big fuss? Let's get the things back first!" the older master made the decision.
"Okay, let's arrange it this way! Xiao Li, what do you think of this arrangement?" Master Zhao asked.
"No problem! No problem!" Li Kailang replied quickly.
"Okay! Let's go now!" Everyone got in the car and set off.
Four vehicles and a group of masters, along with maintenance workers, apprentices and others, left the steel mill in a mighty procession.
A security guard murmured in confusion: "This is strange, why are there so many transport teams going out?"
"Forget it, I'd better talk to the higher-ups." He hesitated for a moment, then walked towards the cadres' building to talk to someone.
When they reached the halfway point of the road, the group of masters looked at the charred brake marks on the ground and the broken car body.
They had already imagined how thrilling it would be, but seeing it with their own eyes was even more thrilling than they had imagined.
"Captain, this is truly a close call!" a master exclaimed.
"Yeah! Look at the brake marks. If it were me, I would definitely be dead."
"Not only that, look how close we are to the curve. If we don't brake, the car will be destroyed and everyone will die!"
"How did the captain escape at that time?"
All the masters were whispering, lamenting that Zhang Jinwu had escaped death.
"Okay, stop talking and get down to business first." Master Zhao arranged, "Move the steel bars onto the truck first."
Upon hearing this, everyone immediately took action and started to move the steel bars onto the truck.
"Lao Wang, what should we do with the car body?" Master Zhao asked the maintenance worker Lao Wang.
Lao Wang is a maintenance worker in the transport team. He is responsible for repairing vehicles and is considered the master of all the maintenance workers and apprentices.
Even some drivers' masters have great prestige in the transport team.
Even Li Kailang can be considered one of Lao Wang's students. After all, Li Kailang was also promoted from an apprentice.
Looking at the dented car body, broken railings and broken beams.
Lao Wang thought for a moment, shook his head and sighed, "The car body is no longer useful. It can only be burned as scrap metal. Let's dismantle it so that we can put it on the car."
Hearing this, Li Kailang wanted to stop it, but he didn't know how to refute after opening his mouth several times.
Xiao Li, I know you are reluctant to part with it, but the car body can no longer be repaired." Lao Wang patted Li Kailang on the shoulder and consoled him.
Then he went to the front of the car, checked it carefully, and shook his head and sighed: "Come on, take apart the front of the car, break it into parts and install them on the car."
"Master Wang, what's wrong with the front of the car?" Li Kailang asked hurriedly without having time to feel sad.
"Alas, the same goes for the front of the car. It can't be used anymore." Lao Wang pointed at the wreckage of the front of the car and said, "These parts can only be used as replacements."
Due to long-term friction, the internal parts of the front of the car have been deformed and many parts have been broken.
"That means the master's car is broken." Li Kailang said in disbelief.
Lao Wang didn't say anything, just nodded, and he and a group of maintenance workers removed all the parts.
Seeing Li Kailang like this, Master Zhao comforted him: "Xiao Li, don't think too much, the car is gone, as long as Master Zhang is okay."
The car is the driver's brother. Anyone who loses his car will be sad.
"Yeah! The car is gone, it's gone!" Another master followed up, "Xiao Li, if you want to be more open-minded, then don't worry! The car is gone, it's gone! As long as the people are okay, it's fine!"
"Yeah! Xiao Li, you should be more open-minded! It was really too dangerous this time! Fortunately, the captain was lucky and nothing happened!" Another master also said.
"Yes!" Li Kailang thought about it and decided that he should be thankful.
"Wait, don't take it down yet!" Li Kailang stopped them.
"Xiao Li, don't be too sad. Captain Zhang won't say anything if he finds out."
"Yes, Xiao Li, maybe Master Zhang will have a new car in a while."
"Master Wang, can we go back and dismantle it?" Li Kailang asked Master Wang.
Master Wang shook his head. "The front of the car has fallen apart. If we don't take it apart, it will fall off on the road."
There are not many cars nowadays, so losing a car is no small matter, and not being able to recover usable parts in time is even more of a big deal.
"Master Wang, it doesn't matter if you remove the loose parts, but please don't remove the parts that are not loose yet, so that my car can be kept intact. Thank you for your help!"
Looking at Li Kailang's pleading eyes, Lao Wang thought for a moment and said, "Okay, I promise you!"
"Thank you, Master Wang! Sorry for troubling you all!" Li Kailang thanked him.
After saying that, Li Kailang walked to the front of the car, which had been straightened by everyone.
Li Kailang knelt in front of the car with a "bang" and kowtowed several times, not only for himself but also for his master.
Thanks to this car for saving the master from disaster, and even more thanks to it for its past contributions to Zhang Jinwu.
As mentioned before, the car is the driver's brother, and it is also the driver's tool for making money.
Just like a fisherman cannot live without a boat, a doctor cannot live without a stethoscope, and a driver cannot live without a car.
Zhang Jinwu’s success today is not only due to his own skills, but also inseparable from the help of this car.
It supports the life of Zhang Jinwu's family and also allows Li Kailang to become a disciple and learn skills. The car can withstand this kneeling!
Everyone looked at Li Kailang kneeling down and moved away from in front of him.
This is not feudal superstition, but gratitude!
The reason why Li Kailang asked Lao Wang not to demolish everything was also to allow Zhang Jinwu to see him again.
After kneeling, Li Kailang stood up.
"Thank you for your help!"
Everyone started to dismantle the car, but their hands were much lighter. Just like Lao Wang said, they dismantled what could be dismantled, and helped tighten the parts that did not need to be dismantled.
Looking at the badly dismantled car, everyone sighed inwardly: even Zhang Jinwu couldn't take this path, so it would be even more difficult for them to do it.
"Okay, load everything into the car, it's time to go back!" Master Zhao shouted.
(End of this chapter)