His voice was firm and confident, carrying a leader’s authority combined with a warmth that made others instinctively want to follow his lead.
Hearing his call, everyone set aside their work and quickly gathered around. Their eyes were filled with anticipation and curiosity, eager to learn what important matter was to be discussed. Each person harbored dreams and hopes for a bright future for the Supply and Marketing Cooperative, waiting quietly for Wang Jianguo to continue.
As Wang Jianguo’s clear voice echoed through the lobby, the busy staff stopped their tasks. Hé Yǔshuǐ quickly set down the rag she had been using to wipe the shelves, hurried over to the cabinet where the almanac was kept, and returned to Wang Jianguo’s side clutching it. Her cheeks were slightly flushed from her recent labor, and a few stray locks of hair were damp with sweat, yet none of this dimmed the expectant glow in her eyes.
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