Chapter 645: Praise from the Whole Academy

Chapter 645: Praise from the Whole Academy

Days passed by peacefully and steadily like a gurgling stream. In this seemingly dull time, Xu Damao has become a well-deserved role model in the eyes of everyone in the Transportation Department. His precious good habits are like saplings deeply rooted in his heart, growing stronger and stronger, and he has never wavered and has always maintained them steadily.

Every day, when the first rays of sunlight in the morning are just gently sprinkled on the streets and alleys of the city, and most people are still intoxicated in their dreams, Xu Damao has already arrived at the office early like a clockwork alarm clock. He first walked briskly and firmly towards the truck that belongs to him, and his focused expression seemed to be about to start an extremely sacred ceremony. When he came to the car, he first circled the car slowly several times, his eyes were as sharp as an eagle's, not missing any details, carefully checking whether there were any new scratches or bumps on the car body, and then squatted down, gently tapped the tire with his hand, and listened to the sound to judge whether the tire pressure was normal. At the same time, he did not forget to check the degree of wear of the tire pattern, silently calculating whether it was time to replace it.

Then, he would open the hood of the car and carefully put his head inside, looking like an explorer searching for a mysterious treasure, carefully checking the various parts of the engine. He would touch here and there to feel the temperature and texture of the parts, and then look there carefully to check if there were any signs of looseness in the wiring and any oil leakage at the interfaces. He would also start the car and listen carefully to see if the engine was running smoothly and normally. Anyone who saw his concentration would be amazed.

Not only that, Xu Damao is well aware of the truth that "there must be one person who can teach me when there are three people walking together", so he often takes the initiative to exchange experiences with experienced masters during his work breaks. He always has a humble and sincere face, holding a small notebook in his hand where he usually records key points. When he meets a master, he will approach him enthusiastically, greet him respectfully first, and then can't wait to start a conversation, humbly asking the master how to better control the vehicle under different road conditions, such as how to control the speed and brakes to ensure driving safety in bad weather with heavy snow; how to skillfully shift gears and steer the wheel in narrow roads with heavy traffic to pass smoothly without delaying transportation time, and a series of other questions. The old masters were also moved by his eagerness to learn and seriousness, and always passed on their valuable experience accumulated over the years to him without reservation. Xu Damao, like a thirsty student, regarded every key point said by the old masters as a treasure, and hurriedly wrote it down in a notebook. Whenever he had time, he would take it out to ponder over it repeatedly and constantly apply it in practice. In this way, his transportation skills were continuously improved through day-to-day accumulation.

On the other hand, the brothers Liu Guangqi and Liu Guangfu, after a long period of hard study and diligent practice, have already mastered their cooking skills. They are no longer limited to making ordinary home-cooked dishes that can barely fill their families' stomachs, but have begun to move towards a higher level of cooking skills, following the skilled chefs in the restaurant to learn the cooking methods of some banquet dishes. They know very well that banquet dishes are not as simple and casual as the home-cooked dishes they make on weekdays. Whether it is the selection and combination of ingredients, the cooking techniques, or the presentation of the dishes, there are many details and tricks.

Therefore, the two brothers learned very hard. Every day in the restaurant, they stared at the chef's every move with full concentration, not daring to blink, for fear of missing any key steps. Back in the yard, they couldn't wait to show off their new skills whenever they had the chance. From time to time, they set up a stove in the yard, set up their positions, and showed off their skills. The scene was like a professional chef cooking in a big restaurant. All kinds of seasonings were neatly arranged, and the ingredients were handled in an orderly manner in their hands. After a while, one after another of their signature dishes with good color, fragrance and taste came out of the pot. The tempting aroma instantly spread in the yard, attracting neighbors to gather around. Everyone was tasting the delicious food and praising it. One praised the taste of the dish, the other praised the cooking skills, and some gave the brothers a thumbs up and praised their promising future. Every time this happens, Liu Guangqi and Liu Guangfu feel a sense of accomplishment like a sail filled with wind. Their faces are filled with proud and satisfied smiles, and they feel that all their hard work during this period is worth it.

Under their influence, the other children in the yard were inspired to be competitive when they saw them working so hard. They set clear goals for themselves and worked hard to make progress. Take the children of the Yan family for example. They used to be famous for playing. As soon as school was over, they would run around the yard like wild horses and never put their minds on studying. But now, they are like different people. After school every day, they no longer think about how to play, but will take the initiative to find books to learn knowledge. They will sit at the old stone table in the yard in an orderly manner, put the books neatly on the table, and then lower their heads to do their homework seriously. When they encounter questions they don't understand, they no longer choose to avoid or ignore them as they did before, but will actively go to ask Uncle San, after all, Uncle San is considered to be a slightly more knowledgeable adult in the courtyard. If Uncle San can't answer them, they will ask around in the courtyard to see if there are other adults who can help them solve their doubts. Their eagerness to learn is like bamboo shoots breaking through the ground in spring, full of vitality and energy, which makes people feel very relieved.

Time passed quietly, and before we knew it, it was time for another hospital-wide meeting. The atmosphere of this hospital-wide meeting was particularly warm, as if even the air was filled with excitement and joy. An old man, Yi Zhonghai, stood in the middle of the yard early in the morning. A kind and gratified smile hung on his wrinkled face. He looked gently at the young and old gathered in the yard. He first cleared his throat, and the loud voice instantly quieted the noisy yard. Everyone turned their eyes to him, and then he slowly said: "Our yard has become more and more energetic recently. Walking in this yard, you can clearly feel the positive and vigorous energy. This is all thanks to the hard work and progress of our children. Each of them is like a little sun, emitting light and heat, driving us... Our entire courtyard is getting better and better. For example, Xu Damao did a great job, completing such a difficult transportation task. The difficulty of that task may be beyond your imagination. Not only was the time tight, but the goods must be delivered intact. However, Xu Damao relied on his own efforts and seriousness to complete the task brilliantly, bringing honor to the unit and adding color to our courtyard. There are also the brothers Liu Guangqi and Liu Guangfu, whose cooking skills are getting better every day, and they are improving so fast. Now they are almost recognized as little chefs in our courtyard. The taste of the dishes they cook every time is comparable to that of the chefs in the restaurant. "

As soon as the old man finished speaking, the sound was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, instantly stirring up thousands of waves in the yard. Then, thunderous applause suddenly rang out in the yard, and the applause was like a surging tide, one wave after another, for a long time, constantly echoing over the courtyard. Every applause seemed to be filled with the most sincere emotions in everyone's heart, as if everyone was using this warm and straightforward way to express their sincere praise and deep recognition for these hard-working and motivated children.

At this moment, everyone in the yard looked at each other, and their eyes met, conveying relief and joy. Everyone's face seemed to be blooming with gorgeous flowers, filled with happy and proud smiles, which were so brilliant that they seemed to dispel all the haze in life. And their eyes were like stars shining with bright light, full of praise and expectations for these children, as if they had seen the bright prospects of the children's future with infinite possibilities. The whole yard seemed to be shrouded in a layer of warm and cheerful gauze, immersed in a joyful and harmonious atmosphere. The atmosphere was so rich that people felt as if they were in a dream world full of laughter and joy. Everyone enjoyed this rare and beautiful moment to the fullest.

As soon as the words fell, the courtyard burst into applause again. The applause was scattered and yet equally powerful. Everyone cast approving glances at Xu Damao and his friends. There was envy, admiration, and more encouragement and recognition in those glances. Xu Damao felt a little embarrassed by the fervent gazes and overwhelming praise. His face, which was originally a little rosy, was now even redder like a ripe apple, all the way to his ears. He lowered his head slightly, scratched his head shyly, then raised his head, looked at the uncle, and said sincerely and humbly: "Uncle, this is what I should do. I was also muddle-headed and unruly before. Thanks to the positive atmosphere in the hospital, I have the idea of ​​change and the motivation to work hard. And I also know in my heart that this is just the beginning. There is still a long way to go. I can't be satisfied with this. I have to continue to work hard in the future and strive to make more and better achievements to live up to everyone's expectations of me."

Liu Guangfu, who was listening on the side, also quickly said, "Yes, uncle, my brother and I think so too. We were born and raised in this courtyard, and we hope to contribute to our family and let them live a good life. But we also know that we need to have a skill, so we want to learn cooking skills from the restaurant chef. Watching ordinary ingredients become delicious dishes with good color, fragrance and taste in our hands, we feel a sense of accomplishment in our hearts. Moreover, every time we cook a dish that makes our family happy and the neighbors praise it, we feel that life is getting more and more delicious. My brother and I will definitely continue to work hard to make our cooking skills more exquisite in the future."

When the second uncle Liu Haizhong heard what they said, a gratified smile appeared on his face. He took over the conversation and said in a loud voice: "That's right, the children have this kind of energy, which is a blessing for our courtyard. It is said that the waves behind push the waves ahead. Seeing you all so motivated, we, the older generation, are so happy. Our courtyard will definitely become more and more prosperous and more promising in the future. However, after all, the children are still young and inexperienced. We, the experienced ones, must play our role well, support them more, and check them, just like the boatman at the helm, always paying attention to them and not letting them go astray on the road of growth. We must let them develop smoothly and steadily in a good direction."

The third uncle Yan Bugui was listening on the side and nodded repeatedly, his head nodding like a chicken pecking at rice, and he kept saying, "That's right, the ancients said that knowledge changes destiny, and now it seems that skills can also create a good life. These children in our hospital are so hardworking and willing to endure hardships, so they will have a bright future. Take Xu Damao for example, he was just an ordinary person in the transportation department before, but now, relying on his own efforts, he has become a role model. And the brothers Guangqi and Guangfu, their cooking skills are visibly improving. If they continue at this pace, they may make a big name for themselves in the catering industry in the future. We must train them well and let them become talents useful to society."

Everyone was discussing one after another, and everyone seemed to have opened up their chatterboxes, expressing their own opinions and feelings. The atmosphere was so harmonious, just like a family sitting together, chatting about family matters, without any barriers or restraints, but with strong family affection and a vision of a better life in the future. At this time, an old lady in the yard said with a kind smile, "In the future, we must let the children exchange experiences with each other more. As the saying goes, many hands make light work. Xu Damao, you should tell the children about transportation. You must have a lot of practical tips along the way, as well as your experience in how to solve problems when you encounter them. Share them with the children. Guangqi and Guangfu, you should also share your cooking experience, such as how to choose ingredients to ensure that they are fresh and suitable, and how to control the heat to make the dishes colorful, fragrant and delicious. These are all valuable experiences. Children learn from each other and draw lessons from each other, so that everyone can make progress together, and the good atmosphere in our yard can be passed on."

As soon as the auntie's words came out, everyone nodded in agreement, thinking that this was a great idea. They all began to discuss this topic, one after another, how to organize these exchange activities, when is the best time to carry them out, etc. Everyone's face was full of anticipation, as if they had already seen the beautiful picture of the children making greater progress after communicating and learning from each other.

Everyone responded to this suggestion, and Xu Damao immediately patted his chest and said, "No problem, as long as the children are willing to listen, I will definitely tell you everything I know about transportation techniques."

Liu Guangqi and Liu Guangfu also smiled and nodded, indicating that they were happy to share. Since then, every weekend or free time, there will be such sharing sessions in the yard. Xu Damao vividly tells interesting stories and driving tips during transportation, while Liu Guangqi and Liu Guangfu demonstrate and explain various cooking tips. The other children listen with great interest and ask questions from time to time. The whole yard is like a vibrant learning family.

Under the influence of this positive atmosphere, the adults in the courtyard were also touched and worked more seriously and responsibly. Some took the initiative to take on more tasks in the factory to increase production; some actively innovated in their positions, hoping to save costs or improve efficiency for the unit. The entire courtyard is like a small world full of motivation. Everyone is working hard for a better life, and the days are getting more and more hopeful. The relationship between neighbors has become closer because of this common struggle. Everyone helps each other and strides towards a better future together.