Chapter 277: Feeling Empty Inside
Director Feng slammed the table in anger. “Little Su! This is acting first and reporting later! Making decisions on your own! Completely unacceptable—this is outrageous!”
Su He trembled slightly, stood up, and looked full of remorse. “Director, I was wrong!
Even though my intentions were good—I wanted to open up the capital market—wrong is wrong!
No matter how you punish me, I accept it!
Even if you remove me from my position as branch factory director, I’ll accept it!”
Director Feng’s heart stirred—this might actually be a good opportunity.
But before he could say anything, Su He continued:
“Director, although I made a mistake this time, the gains are huge!
Once we open the capital market, we’ll quickly capture the domestic market. Even if foreign trade slows down, our accessories won’t worry about sales.
Also, I’ve already been in contact with Mr. Gu from the Ministry of Foreign Trade. There’s a good chance we can secure a spot at the Canton Fair.
At that time, we might sign even more foreign trade orders.
Of course… if I’m no longer responsible for the Huaihua branch’s accessories business, then I wouldn’t need to attend the Canton Fair either…”
Director Feng: “……”
That was a naked threat!
He pointed at her, unable to say a word for a long time.
On one hand, he admired her talent and ability. On the other, he felt this girl was far too willful, completely lacking discipline.
Unlike Director Tian, who worried about his position, Director Feng worried about the textile factory losing its benefits.
But what could he do?
Push her too far, and she’d walk away!
Finally, he gritted his teeth. “Don’t let this happen again!”
Su He immediately launched into a stream of flattery—“Director, you’re magnanimous,” “you strategize brilliantly,” and so on.
Only then did his anger subside a little.
“Oh, Director, I almost forgot—I’ve arranged with the Beijing–Tianjin train line to display our accessories and fabric samples in soft sleeper cars. If foreign guests are interested, there might be unexpected opportunities.”
His eyes lit up again. No denying it—this Little Su really is capable.
His anger faded even more.
“Director, I know you enjoy a drink, so I brought you some Beijing liquor and some famous pastries.
I had Driver Little Li put them in your trunk—don’t forget to take them upstairs tonight.”
Director Feng sighed. “Alright, you’ve put thought into it. Just think more before acting next time!”
Su He smiled sweetly. “Got it! I’ll get going then!”
After she left, Director Feng shook his head with a bitter smile.
He really had no way to deal with this girl!
Fortunately, Ya Bin was still keeping an eye on things at the branch factory—she wouldn’t be able to stir up too much trouble.
After leaving his office, Su He strolled to the logistics department.
Director Kong felt his heart skip a beat when he saw her.
Why is this troublemaker here? Is she about to stir something up again?
This time, though, Su He didn’t nitpick. Instead, she said proudly:
“Old Kong, during my trip to the capital, I signed a distribution contract with the supply company under the Huaihua branch’s name. From now on, our accessories won’t just be exported—they’ll also be sold in the capital!”
Director Kong froze.
Under the branch factory’s name?
What was she trying to do—set up her own independent operation?
And the director didn’t punish her? He actually tolerated this?
Su He kept talking:
“Old Kong, times have changed. From now on, our branch factory will be a major contributor to the plant’s performance!
So whenever we have needs, no matter what you’re working on, you’ll have to set it aside and fully support our operations!
Let me be clear—if anything goes wrong on your end, I won’t let it slide…”
Director Kong was furious.
What, is your branch factory the emperor now?!
Everything has to revolve around you?!
To be blunt, you’re just a side business!
The textile factory’s main focus is still fabric production!
You went to the capital once and now you’re strutting around like this?!
If you’re so capable, handle everything yourselves—don’t come to us!
After leaving logistics, Su He went to procurement, sales, transportation…
She built up a huge wave of resentment before humming a tune and leaving the textile factory.
Good. The more they resent us, the more likely they’ll refuse to cooperate—then we can justify setting up our own departments and staff!
The young people Director Gao took for training were promising—she’d find a way to recruit them later.
Perfect.
Back home for lunch, Su Xiaoman followed Su He around like a little puppy.
“Sis, school starts in a week. Shouldn’t you hurry and arrange my transfer? If we wait too long, I’ll have to stay in the village!”
Su He laughed. “Don’t worry—it’s just one sentence from me. I’ll make sure you study in the county.”
Su Jinbao and Tie Zhu attended the textile factory’s affiliated school. As branch factory director, she just needed to talk to the principal.
After lunch, she went straight to the school.
Principal Yang, a man in his forties with a receding hairline, welcomed her warmly.
Once she explained her purpose, he readily agreed—school placements weren’t tight at this time.
She also asked about Jinbao and Tie Zhu’s studies.
Principal Yang immediately perked up.
“Student Tian Beimou has improved tremendously!
Not only diligent but very intelligent!
He was just delayed—he only started school at nine…”
He praised Tie Zhu at length, then added:
“Su Jinbao has been a bit mischievous, but he’s improved quite a bit this past semester.”
Su He understood immediately.
Jinbao’s grades were just average—she’d need Tie Zhu to keep an eye on him.
And Su Xiaoman? Definitely not an easy one either—Tie Zhu would have to supervise her too.
After leaving the school, she went to the machinery factory to find Qian Huifang.
The sublease procedures went smoothly.
Qian Huifang handed over the keys. “Little Su, this lock is old. When you have time, buy a new one and replace it.”
Su He understood immediately—it was to avoid future disputes.
“Got it! Oh, I brought you and Uncle Qi some gifts—I’ll grab them from next door.”
After much refusal, Qian Huifang finally accepted.
Once she left, Su He began cleaning the house.
Of course, Grandma Su and Su Xiaoman worked even harder than she did.
After everything was done, Su Xiaoman came running over, hugging her pillow.
“Sis, I’m moving in with you!”
Su He: “……”
I finally got away from two grandmas—why would I take in you as a little tail?!
In the end, Su Xiaoman was sent back, pouting.
The moment she entered the house, she clung to Grandma Su and wailed:
“Grandma, my sister doesn’t like me anymore! She won’t let me live with her!”
“Grandma, my heart feels so empty—I feel awful!”
…
Grandma Su silently took out a piece of jujube pastry.
Su Xiaoman immediately stopped crying.
Grandma Su thought to herself:
Empty heart? More like an empty stomach!
