"That's more like it," Ye Xiaoxiao said with relief upon hearing the news. "Big brother has finally seen through those people's true colors."
To Ye Xiaoxiao's surprise, her older brother's change actually influenced several factory owners.
Seeing that Ye Changhe was focused on his business and was expanding his factory, they all stopped gambling and wasting their time at casinos.
This was an unexpected surprise.
"Xiaoxiao,"
Once, her sister-in-law called her and said, "Your older brother is much more well-behaved now. He's busy with factory work every day, leaving early and returning late."
He entrusted all the family money to me, and he never even asked a question. It's all thanks to you.
"Sister-in-law, you also deserve a lot of credit."
Ye Xiaoxiao laughed and said, "If you hadn't been so careful with money, we wouldn't have so much savings at home."
By the way, remember to continue with the gold business; it's the safest bet.
"Don't worry, I remember everything."
My sister-in-law said, "Sister, you should also save some gold for yourself. Every time I see the gold in the safe, I feel..."
I feel so at ease now. It's more reassuring than holding a bankbook before.
The new store on the west side of the county town was quickly completed.
The storefront has two rooms: one for the cashier and display cases, and the other for displaying various home appliances.
"Zhiming, from today onwards, this shop is your responsibility."
Li Chenyang patted his cousin on the shoulder and said, "We mainly do home appliance retail, and we'll do repairs as a side job."
Zhiming nodded: "Brother, don't worry."
Ye Xiaoxiao suggested, "You can't manage the store by yourself; we need to find someone else to help with the cashier and organizing the goods."
Through a neighbor's introduction, they hired a girl named Lu Xiaojuan as a sales clerk.
Xiao Juan is 21 years old this year. She graduated from junior high school. She is quick-witted and knows how to handle things.
"Brother and sister-in-law, this is Xiao Juan," Zhiming introduced.
"Hello, my name is Lu Xiaojuan," Xiaojuan said with a smile. "I used to work in a department store, so I know how to sell home appliances and do accounting."
"Let's give it a try then."
Ye Xiaoxiao said, "My main responsibilities include cashier duties, organizing merchandise, and helping to introduce appliances to customers. The salary is 150 yuan a month, including room and board."
Lu Xiaojuan has no objection to her salary; it's usually between one hundred and two hundred yuan.
On opening day, the store was filled with all kinds of electrical appliances.
Color TVs, washing machines, electric fans, tape recorders, radios... everything is available.
A large red opening banner was hung at the entrance, and a drum and gong team was hired to add to the festivities.
"What brand is this TV?" an old man asked, pointing to a 21-inch color TV on the display stand.
"This is a Changhong brand, with a one-year warranty," Zhiming enthusiastically introduced. "There's a special opening discount now, 200 yuan off."
Xiao Juan chimed in, "Grandpa, look how clear the picture is, and the sound quality is great too. Want to give it a try?"
The two worked together very well and sold their first television set in no time.
Ye Xiaoxiao would come to the store from time to time, and every time she came, she felt that the store was very well organized.
Goods are neatly arranged, prices are clearly marked, and accounts are kept clear.
"Sister Xiaoxiao, this is this week's sales record."
Xiao Juan handed the ledger to Ye Xiaoxiao, saying, "I've categorized and tallied each type of appliance."
Ye Xiaoxiao flipped through the ledger; the records were very detailed, even the delivery fees were clearly marked. She nodded in satisfaction.
"That's good, you keep very detailed accounts."
After more than a month, business was booming. In addition to retail, they also established wholesale relationships with several companies.
Zhiming and Xiaojuan became more and more skilled, with one in charge of negotiating business and the other in charge of accounting and cashiering, and they worked together very well.
When Li Chenyang came to the store for an inspection, he saw Zhiming introducing the newly arrived twin-tub washing machine to a customer.
"This washing machine is energy-saving and durable..." Zhiming explained its features carefully.
Xiao Juan helped demonstrate the operation method from the side. The two cooperated perfectly, but they both seemed a little uncomfortable.
"How are the two kids?" Ye Xiaoxiao asked Li Chenyang.
Li Chenyang smiled: "Looks like there's potential. Zhiming is a down-to-earth guy, and Xiaojuan is sensible too; they're a good match."
Ye Xiaoxiao nodded: "Yes, things among young people depend on fate. This Xiaojuan is efficient and seems to have feelings for Zhiming."
One morning, Lu Xiaojuan stammered as she approached Ye Xiaoxiao: "Sister-in-law, I...I'd like to ask for two days off."
"What's wrong?" Ye Xiaoxiao asked, noticing Xiao Juan's hesitant expression.
"My family wants me to go back home for a blind date," Xiaojuan said, head down. "They said it's a worker from the next village, he works at a steel factory, and he's a good catch."
Ye Xiaoxiao was taken aback and subconsciously glanced at Zhiming, who was organizing the goods. She saw that Zhiming almost dropped the electric fan in his hand, and his face instantly darkened.
Why are your family suddenly trying to set you up on blind dates?
Ye Xiaoxiao, of course, understood what was going on.
She always thought Xiao Juan had feelings for Zhi Ming, and the two seemed to get along quite well.
They were the only two people in the shop; they must have developed feelings for each other over time. Why is she going back to go on blind dates?
"My dad said that family is well-off, a working-class family, with a monthly salary of over a hundred. It's a secure job..." Xiao Juan's voice trailed off.
Ye Xiaoxiao found it somewhat amusing that a "secure job" was considered a privilege. However, upon reflection, she realized that people's thinking was still quite conservative, with many believing that factory workers were superior.
"So what are your own thoughts?"
Ye Xiaoxiao asked tentatively. This girl usually seemed quite cheerful, but she hesitated when talking about this today.
"I...I don't really want to go." Xiao Juan secretly glanced at Zhi Ming.
"But my dad said I have to go and check it out, otherwise he won't let me work in the shop."
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