Liu Yanran had recently hired six permanent workers: four women and two men, all locals. Among them was a couple, Zhang Dayong and Li Xiaoqin, who appeared to be very much in love.
There are two siblings, Wang Qiang and Wang Li, who look alike and have bright, big eyes. Since they are both locals, they don't need accommodation, which saves the company money.
The other two were named Yang Meihua and Yang Qian. They were from the countryside near Beijing, from the same hometown, and had come out to work together. They seemed quite down-to-earth and capable. They lived in Liu Guoxing's courtyard with Gu Shimiao and Li Hua. Yes, Liu Yanran had already sent someone to pick them up two days ago.
Liu Yanran paid them 40 yuan a month, with one day off a week, overtime at 1.5 cents an hour, and a monthly allowance of 5 yuan for those who do not live in the house. Although it was not high, it was considered a good income in the local area.
Gao Zhonghua also had four student workers working part-time. They were all from Suzhou and were former classmates of Fourth Brother Liu Guoxing: Gao Zhonghua, Lin Qi, Wu Li, and Zhao Min, two boys and two girls. After asking Fourth Brother, he knew they were all hardworking and down-to-earth people.
Liu Yanran calculated their wages based on time, 13 cents per hour during the day and 15 cents per hour after 6 p.m., which was considered a fairly high price.
Originally, Liu Yanran thought that Lian Sige's five men would be enough, but to be honest, his fighting ability was almost nonexistent. Moreover, she hadn't expected the security in the capital to be even worse than that of their border. So, she spoke to the soldiers in front of her. "Brothers, I'm looking to recruit a few male workers, preferably veterans. Do you have any suitable recommendations?"
One of the soldiers, named Xu Fan, thought for a moment and said, "We do have a few comrades in our unit who are about to retire. They are definitely in excellent physical condition, but they haven't been assigned suitable positions yet. Do you think you need any?"
Liu Yanran nodded quickly, "Yes, yes, as long as the person is reliable."
Xu Fan smiled innocently, "That's good. I'll go back tonight and call them to see if anyone is willing to come."
Liu Yanran quickly said that she had a phone and had installed it two days ago. Everyone thought that this girl was really rich. She could buy a courtyard house and install a phone at will. It was really frustrating to compare with others.
After a long while, Xu Fan finally put down the phone and said to Liu Yanran with a smile, "Three brothers have expressed their willingness to come, but they are still in the army and can't come until tomorrow. I will bring them here tomorrow morning. Is that okay with you?"
Hearing this, Liu Yanran almost jumped up with excitement and nodded quickly, "That's great! Thank you so much, Brother Xu."
Xu Fan smiled and waved his hand, saying, "Don't be so polite. The military and the people are like one family. You are all family members of soldiers, so it's only natural that we can help you. If you need any help in the future, feel free to come to us."
Liu Yanran nodded repeatedly with tears of gratitude, secretly thanking herself for meeting such a kind-hearted group of people. She knew that without their help, she and her family would have faced even more difficulties and challenges.
The next morning, the sun was shining brightly and the air was crisp. Xu Fan arrived as promised, accompanied by three spirited veterans. They all looked capable, their eyes revealing a resolute determination. Their presence reassured Liu Yanran, as if she had found support.
Liu Yanran was secretly delighted when she saw them. They all looked very energetic and strong. They stood tall and straight, and walked steadily, as if every step was filled with firm determination.
Their eyes reveal a confidence and composure, a composure tempered by military service. Time has left some marks on their faces, but it has also added a touch of mature charm.
One of the soldiers was named Li Gang. He was tall, with broad shoulders that seemed capable of carrying any burden. His muscles were well-defined, showing his great strength.
The other soldier looked lean and capable. His name was Zhao Jianguo. His movements were agile and powerful, revealing a courage unique to soldiers.
The third soldier is called Masayoshi Son. He is of medium build, with a strong and well-proportioned body, and every movement he makes seems so coordinated.
Their behavior exudes rigor and discipline, maintaining a uniform posture whether standing or walking. Their speech and behavior are also very appropriate, polite and modest, which makes people feel that they are well-educated.
She greeted them warmly and explained the job content and salary to them. Because it was in Beijing, Liu Yanran offered them 45 yuan a month, including food and accommodation.
The three were very satisfied and expressed their willingness to stay and work. However, since they all had families, they chose not to stay overnight and planned to rent a house nearby.
Liu Yanran was very happy. She believed that with these reliable employees, the business of the store would definitely get better and better.
Liu Yanran took the three of them to familiarize themselves with the store and arranged for them to meet the other employees. Everyone welcomed the new colleagues, and the atmosphere in the store became more lively.
That evening, Liu Yanran decided to treat all employees to a meal together to foster mutual understanding. Around the table, everyone laughed and chatted, sharing details about work and life. This meal fostered a harmonious relationship between new and veteran employees and filled Liu Yanran with confidence for the future.
The next day, the three new employees officially started their jobs. They quickly adapted to the work environment and demonstrated excellent work abilities. Their presence boosted the store's business.
As the days passed, the store's business grew, and Liu Yanran also established deep friendships with her employees.
However, the peaceful life was soon disrupted. One day, a group of hooligans came to the store to cause trouble and attempted to blackmail her. Liu Yanran wondered if it was because her store was busy that others were jealous. Why did people always come to pick on her?
Li Gang, Zhao Jianguo, and Sun Zhengyi stepped forward fearlessly. With their exceptional skill, they quickly subdued the thugs. This minor incident made Liu Yanran realize how fortunate she was to have such a reliable group of companions.
To thank them for their bravery, Liu Yanran decided to give them a raise. Upon learning of this, the employees pledged to work even harder. Thanks to everyone's efforts, the store's reputation grew, attracting even more customers. Meanwhile, school was about to start for Liu Yanran and Liu Guoxing.
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