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◎The Eleventh Day of the King of Scrolls◎
"The commune already knows. Not only can you reliably deliver pigs, but your pig-raising skills are also exceptional. After discussions between the village and the commune, the pig-raising position will be yours from now on!"
Jiang Wanzhou was slightly taken aback, a look of surprise flashing in her eyes.
She quickly replied, "Uncle, this is what I should do. I'm happy to contribute to the village."
Jiang Weiguo patted Jiang Wanzhou on the shoulder and continued, "This is no small matter! The commune said that you will get ten work points a day and an extra twenty catties of coarse grain a month. With this job, your life will be more comfortable in the future."
A warm feeling welled up in Jiang Wanzhou's heart. She looked at Jiang Weiguo gratefully and said, "Uncle, I am so grateful for the trust that you and the village and commune have placed in me."
Her gaze inadvertently swept over Shen Xinglian, who was standing to the side.
Shen Xinglian stood there quietly.
Jiang Wanzhou's heart skipped a beat. She gently tugged at Jiang Weiguo's sleeve and said, "Uncle, let's go outside and talk about something."
Jiang Weiguo was somewhat puzzled, but he still followed Jiang Wanzhou out of the house.
Once inside the courtyard, Jiang Wanzhou looked around to make sure no one was there before lowering her voice and saying, "Uncle, could you give my sister-in-law a chance to interview at the commune primary school?"
In the book, Jiang Wanzhou, having given her sister-in-law a "rebirth-changing drug," immediately ran to the town's school in a daze. Coincidentally, several schools in the town were recruiting, and Jiang Wanzhou went to apply for a job.
As a result, Su Xiaomei successfully passed the interview.
Jiang Wanzhou herself doesn't like having scheduled classes, and Shen Xinglian's schedule is about to change as well.
In her past life, she had no choice but to climb the social ladder, but while at school, she also saw Shen Xinglian's heartfelt desire to teach and guide her.
Jiang Weiguo was pulled out the door by Jiang Wanzhou. He looked at her with a puzzled yet somewhat gratified expression and said, "Wan'er, you just got a good job raising pigs. Why are you suddenly thinking of getting this opportunity for your sister-in-law?"
Jiang Wanzhou pursed his lips, his eyes firm and sincere: "Uncle, my sister-in-law is educated and used to teach in the city. But since she came to our village, she hasn't had a suitable place to use her skills."
“The commune primary school is short of teachers right now, and I think she can definitely handle it. I can also lend a hand at home. If she can go to teach, she will be happier, and our family will have more hope for the future.”
Jiang Weiguo touched his left shoulder, thought for a moment, and then said, "Well, it's not up to me to decide how the commune primary school recruits people. But I can pass on a message for you and ask the person in charge there. But let me make it clear from the start, whether it works out or not depends on your sister-in-law's own abilities and the results of their evaluation."
Jiang Wanzhou's eyes lit up, and a joyful smile appeared on her face: "Uncle, thank you so much! As long as you are willing to help check the enrollment time, there is hope. My sister-in-law will definitely be fine; she is well-educated and teaching the children will be a piece of cake for her."
Shen Xinglian slowly walked out of the house, her expression showing some disapproval.
She said softly, "Wanzhou, let's forget about this. I'm not capable of handling it myself."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Wanzhou quickly stepped forward and grabbed Shen Xinglian's hand, saying anxiously, "Sister-in-law, how could you not do it? You taught so well in the city before, and our village children need a good teacher like you."
Shen Xinglian shook her head gently, her eyes full of worry: "Wanzhou, you know that taking care of children and raising them is time-consuming and exhausting. I really don't have the energy to teach anymore."
Jiang Wanzhou held Shen Xinglian's hand tightly: "I'll take care of the child! I can raise pigs well, so taking care of a child will definitely be no problem for me."
"You can go to school to teach during the day without worry, I'll take care of the children."
Shen Xinglian frowned slightly: "Wanzhou, teaching is not something that can be done in a short time; it requires a long-term commitment. I just gave birth, so my body is definitely weak. What if I can't keep up with the energy and it interferes with the children's studies?"
Jiang Wanzhou stamped her feet anxiously, her eyes slightly red: "Don't worry about so much. Listen to me this time, Xingxing."
Looking at Jiang Wanzhou's determined expression, Shen Xinglian felt a little wavering: "Wanzhou, I know you mean well, but I'm really afraid I won't be able to do it. I don't want the children to not receive a good education because of me."
"...It has also put our family in a difficult situation." She whispered to Jiang Wanzhou, reminding him.
Jiang Wanzhou saw that Shen Xinglian still refused, so he just stared at her.
Jiang Weiguo stood aside, watching the two of them argue, a kind smile on his face.
He cleared his throat and said loudly, "Alright, alright, you two stop arguing. I think it's settled then. Xinglian, Wan'er is so considerate of you, this teaching opportunity is truly rare, so don't refuse. Besides, Wanzhou is good at raising pigs, and she'll take care of things at home, so you can go and teach with peace of mind."
After saying that, Jiang Weiguo looked at Jiang Wanzhou and said with a smile, "Wanzhou, the job of raising pigs is yours. Do a good job and raise these pigs to be fat and strong, so that the village can make a name for itself."
Upon hearing Jiang Weiguo's words, Jiang Wanzhou immediately grabbed Shen Xinglian's hand and said, "Sister-in-law, since Uncle has said so, you should just agree."
Shen Xinglian looked at Jiang Wanzhou's expectant eyes, and then at Jiang Weiguo.
She took a deep breath and said slowly, "Alright then, since Uncle and Wanzhou are so supportive, I'll do my best."
Jiang Wanzhou was so happy that she hugged Shen Xinglian tightly and said loudly, "Sister-in-law, you can definitely do it! I believe in you!"
Jiang Weiguo clapped his hands and said, "Alright, alright, it's settled then."
"There's a meeting tomorrow, Wan'er, you go back and get ready for raising pigs. Xinglian, you also need to take good care of yourself. I'll let you know as soon as the commune primary school starts enrolling students."
Jiang Wanzhou and Shen Xinglian responded in unison, "Okay!"
Then, the two sisters smiled at each other.
—
On the day of the recruitment, sunlight shone on the slightly worn-out school gate of the commune primary school.
Shen Xinglian was wearing a slightly faded but clean blue blouse, her hair neatly tied back. Jiang Wanzhou stood beside her.
A pair of sinister eyes were staring intently at them from not far away.
When Xia Meilin saw Shen Xinglian and Jiang Wanzhou appear, a malicious smile curled at the corner of her mouth.
She had secretly sent a letter of complaint when no one was looking.
The letter strongly argued that Shen Xinglian had problematic class background and that such a person was not qualified to teach at the commune primary school.
Now, she watched Shen Xinglian and Jiang Wanzhou with schadenfreude.
A few days later, Jiang Wanzhou took Shen Xinglian to see the results.
A military green jeep slowly passed by them, then turned around and stopped in front of them.
The car door opened, and Jiang Renzhou stepped out with steady steps.
He stood tall and straight, his crisp military uniform making him look exceptionally handsome, and his face bore a resolute expression.
When Jiang Wanzhou and Shen Xinglian saw Jiang Renzhou, they were taken aback at first, and then their faces showed an uneasy expression.
"Brother," Jiang Wanzhou greeted first.
Jiang Wanzhou gently nudged Shen Xinglian, who was hiding behind her and holding the child, and whispered, "Sister-in-law, why don't we let my brother go check on the situation?"
Shen Xinglian nodded slightly.
Jiang Renzhou exchanged a few words with Grandpa Li, who was driving the oxcart, and then let them get on the cart.
They remained completely silent the entire way.
After taking them home, Jiang Renzhou gave Shen Xinglian a deep look.
Just as Jiang Wanzhou thought he was about to say something, he turned and left.
—
Jiang Renzhou strode towards the recruitment area, and his appearance immediately attracted the attention of those around him.
When applicants saw his military uniform, their eyes revealed awe and respect.
A teacher-looking person quickly approached, a smile plastered on his face, and cautiously asked, "Comrade, are you here to apply as well?"
Jiang Renzhou was taken aback by the sudden question. He frowned and said, "My wife is here to take the exam."
Upon hearing this, the applicant nodded quickly and said, "Oh, I see. Comrade, rest assured, our recruitment process will be fair and impartial. What's your spouse's name?"
Jiang Renzhou nodded and said, "Shen Xinglian?"
The applicant thought for a moment and said, "Comrade Shen Xinglian, she has excellent qualifications in all aspects, and we are currently reviewing her application. However..."
The applicant hesitated for a moment, then lowered his voice and said, "We received a letter of complaint saying that Comrade Shen Xinglian has a problematic family background, which puts us in a bit of a predicament."
Jiang Renzhou's face instantly darkened, a flash of anger crossing his eyes as he said, "A letter of denunciation? We're in a military marriage."
Seeing that Jiang Renzhou was angry, the applicant quickly reassured him, "Comrade, please don't worry. We won't dismiss a comrade based on just one letter of complaint. We will conduct further investigation and verification. If Comrade Shen Xinglian is indeed innocent, we will definitely hire her."
Jiang Renzhou said calmly, "Then I'll have to trouble you. I hope you can find out the truth as soon as possible and clear my wife's name."
The applicant nodded and said, "Don't worry, we will process it as soon as possible. If you are concerned, you can wait a while."
—
Xia Meilin rushed to the commune early in the morning, only to find at the school that Shen Xinglian had been announced as the top scorer in the written test.
Without a second thought, she went to Director Wang, who was in charge of primary school recruitment.
She said with a fawning expression, "Director Wang, I have something to tell you. Jiang Wanzhou's sister-in-law, Shen Xinglian, is completely unsuitable to be a teacher. She was dismissed from her job in the city because of her family background. How can someone like that teach the children in our commune?"
Director Wang frowned and asked, "Are you telling the truth? You can't just say things like that; you need evidence."
Xia Meilin nodded quickly: "Director Wang, how could I dare to speak carelessly? I saw and heard these things with my own eyes and ears. Just think, what if problems arise later if we hire a teacher like this?"
Director Wang pondered for a moment and said, "Okay, I understand. I will investigate this matter further, and if the situation is true, I definitely won't consider her."
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