Blackstone Code

The factory director's eyebrows almost stood up as he pushed open the door, stood under the scorching sun, stood on the steps, and looked at the workers under the steps.

"If you have any questions, you can come to me privately and get together in a group so that foreign guests can see what you are saying!"

He scolded these people who couldn't tell the difference between the occasion and the importance. He even pointed at a middle-aged man standing at the front, "...(middle-aged man's name), are you the leader?"

The middle-aged man limped out and stood on the steps. He looked at the other workers around him and nodded, "It's me. I'm not satisfied with the arrangements in the factory. We are not satisfied!"

The middle-aged man's knee was shattered by a shrapnel, and he also went to the battlefield. At the age of thirty-six, he responded to the call of the Pengeo Empire royal family, put down his work, picked up his weapons, and went to the battlefield.

He also participated in most of the battles in the Nagalir Invasion War. He did not leave the battlefield until he was hit in the knee by shrapnel from a ricochet during the home defense battle.

The doctor failed to save his knee, or in other words, under the circumstances on the battlefield at that time, the doctor would not save his knee.

Because the long operation is only to save one person's knee, it is better to use it to save the lives of several people.

So he was treated briefly, the broken bones were removed, and then he was sent out of the operating room.

After the operation, he could no longer stand and was sent back to the rear. On the eve of the end of the war, he returned to the washing machine factory and continued to serve the war effort - making parts for combat vehicles.

He is the same as the people around him. They all like the environment and the atmosphere here. They feel like everyone is a family.

But until this moment, all the good things were broken.

The factory director knew that if we didn't solve the problem at this time, it would be more troublesome in the future. He relaxed his brows a little and said, "What are you talking about if you are all crowded here? In this way, you choose two representatives and we will go inside to talk."

Pengeo has a long history of "representation". The Presbyterian Church is an important institution that represents public opinion and can also directly participate in political decision-making.

The middle-aged man nodded, then found two more people and entered the office building with the factory director.

Others dispersed to the surrounding shade, waiting for the results.

In the reception room on the first floor, the factory director asked someone to bring some cold drinks. He sat behind the table and looked at the three people on the sofa, "I know you are very dissatisfied with the decision to dismiss us."

"But you should also think about our factory. Now that the federal people are willing to take over this factory, at least most of us can continue to live."

"I know that sacrificing the interests of a small number of people will definitely hurt your feelings, but it's not without mercy. Isn't there still a severance package?"

The middle-aged man's eyes were pure and full of anger, "Severance package?"

"What can you do with a severance package of two hundred and forty yuan a year?"

"Don't you know how much a pound of bread outside now costs?"

"You are trying to force us all to death!"

A pound of bread costs about six dollars, and if you have anything like chopped nuts, it costs seven dollars.

However, most families still buy wheat flour and make their own bread.

A family needs about two pounds of bread a day, not including other basic survival expenses.

Middle-aged people and those outside actually know it very well.

Once they are laid off, it will be difficult for them to find a good job. It will be difficult for them to support themselves, not to mention their families.

The factory director couldn't help but smoke a cigarette after listening to their words.

After a while, he raised his head and asked, "These are all requested by the federal people. Do you think this is my decision?"

"I don't have that much face, and I won't do that."

"But what can I do?"

"Either the factory will close down and everyone will be dismissed together."

"Either we can lay off some people, but most people can continue to work in the factory."

"How about I give you my position as the factory director, and I become an ordinary worker, and then you can choose?"

The factory director's words immediately left the three representatives speechless.

Reality is always cruel and unreasonable, and we will not give them a chance just because they are pitiful or need to be pitied.

Reality will not be so romantic. Not only will it not pity those who need pity, but sometimes it will jump on them and step on them severely.

Looking at these three people who had nothing to say, the factory director's tone softened a little, "The only thing I can do now is to find a way to apply for some conveniences for you."

"For example, increase some severance costs, or... select qualified workers from your family members to replace your jobs as appropriate."

In fact, the factory director had already thought of this plan, but he never said it out loud.

If the dismissed workers don't make a fuss, he can't say it. Once he says it and is rejected, it will be very difficult to implement it later, which will give these federal people the illusion that they are acting.

So he endured it and raised it at the right time, so that it could really have an effect.

The middle-aged man was stunned when he heard these words, but then his eyes showed a look of hope. His son was fifteen years old and could take his place at work.

With a job, at least the family will not starve to death!

With such support, his attitude suddenly softened.

"This might be a way..."

The factory director stopped talking, "But if someone comes to replace you, don't ask for the severance package."

"And things like length of service can only be started from scratch."

In fact, whether it is the federation or Pengeo, there is a seniority wage in the wage standards, whether it is the capitalists or the ruling class.

They all have roughly the same means and methods when it comes to controlling the dominated lower classes.

If you want federal capitalists to agree to this, you will definitely need to make some choices.

At the same time, the factory director also has to show his worth. He does not really want to start over from the working class.

Seeing that the three of them seemed to have compromised on this idea, the factory director coughed lightly and said, "I just said, if you have anything to do, come and talk to me in private. Don't make it such a big deal."

"If you make those people in the federation dissatisfied, feel they are in danger, or run away for some other reason, who will privatize it?"

"When the time comes, you won't be the only ones facing dismissal, everyone will lose their jobs because of your impulsiveness!"

"You guys!"

The factory director threw away the cigarette, stood up and stamped his feet, as if he had stepped on several people's faces, making them all red and hot.

"I'll go stabilize those federal people first. You go out and appease the others. The rest will wait for my news."

"I have been in this factory for so many years. When have you ever seen me holding back my energy and thinking about you?"

After he finished speaking, he sighed, turned around and left.

After a while, he returned to the conference room, bending slightly with a flattering smile on his face, "Mr. Lynch, Mr. Wardrick, the workers have some ideas..."

Lynch nodded, signaling for him to speak out.

"There's some resistance among the workers to the demobilization, Mr. Lynch, Mr. Wardrick, I'll tell you the truth."

"Everyone has worked for the factory for so many years and has deep feelings. They were indeed a little impatient when they heard the news and couldn't accept it."

"I just discussed it with the workers' representatives and came up with a compromise. Why don't you give it to the two of you for reference?"

Lynch motioned for him to continue again, and then he said, "That's right, I know there must be a lot of work to be done in the new factory, and there are also plans to recruit people."

"I thought that these colleagues with physical disabilities would definitely not be able to continue to serve the factory. After all, their physical conditions are here."

"But considering some special circumstances, can their family members be allowed to step in?"

He asked tentatively, "For example, let their brothers or children take over their positions?"

"Those people must be young people with sound limbs and excellent working ability."

"At the same time, we can also save a lot of severance pay. I have also agreed with them on the salary. Previous seniority will not be counted..."

Lin Qi was a little surprised. He waved to the factory director, who walked to him and bent down.

Lynch swept the non-existent dust on his shoulders and patted his upper arm, "You are a talent. After the new factory is established, you will continue to serve as the director."

"Mr. Wardrick and I don't have strict requirements. As long as we produce qualified products that meet our requirements, we won't interfere in the rest."

"I'm very satisfied with your idea. Please appease these people. As you said, after all, they have also devoted their youth and sweat to the factory."

"When conditions permit, it is also necessary to maintain the relationship between the factory and the workers."

Lynch said and looked at Mr. Wardrick, "What do you think?"

Mr. Wardrick was also very satisfied with this decision. He thought that the factory director would be reckless, but he didn't expect that this guy was also a shrewd character.

"Then let's arrange it this way, but it's best not to have something similar happen again in the future."

"We have channels of communication because we respect each other."

"But if anyone thinks this means there are ways to pressure us to compromise, they are dead wrong."

"This is the first and last time!"

Lynch added, "The salary of those who replace them will be deducted in half for the first three months as a punishment."

"In addition, make an announcement, clearly explain the reasons for the punishment, and warn everyone not to make the same mistake again..."

Soon, news spread that the demobilization would be replaced, and the world of those who were about to be demobilized seemed to be full of hope and color again.

The young man was a little confused. Apart from him, the only other person in his family who was suitable for working was his sister.

Do you want your sister to come to work?

Although he is not as desperate as before, he is still extremely confused...