Chapter 241 Chapter 241 Heavy Fog
Hearing this, several staff members laughed.
One person replied, "Don't worry, sister, we will definitely line up. The rules are in place."
Their immediate superior had just been arrested for accepting bribes and asking for favors from ordinary vendors, and he had been demoted from team leader to a plasterer on the construction site. These small fry dared not to go against the law and handle the case.
Isn't that seeking death?
A little bit of bean sprouts is not worth throwing away their clothes.
Several staff members smiled and led Zhang Shuhui and He Junxia to an empty card machine, and those who were interested in buying spontaneously lined up.
What’s strange is that the number of people queuing is much less than the previous crowded scene. Of course, there are still quite a few people, about ten or so.
But Zhang Shuhui still couldn't understand why the people who seemed so enthusiastic before didn't want to buy.
He Junxia's eyes moved between the people queuing and the onlookers, and he quickly figured out the key.
The reason is simple.
It is convenient to buy bean sprouts, but it is troublesome to take them home and cook them. Many people live with strangers, and the dormitory may not have a small rice cooker and various seasonings.
Instead of wasting time messing around with boiling bean sprouts in plain water, it’s more convenient to spend 5 points to grab a portion of vegetables at the Huimin Canteen.
Most of the people queuing for bean sprouts seemed to be in better spirits than the average person, and their living conditions were probably better, too. Perhaps they were among the first to move into the shelter, and naturally had fewer problems.
There were four and a half pounds of bean sprouts in the basin, which was full and had formed a mountain of bean sprouts.
The woman sitting in the front row quickly said, "Girl, I told you from the beginning I want half a pound. Your bean sprouts are fresher than those in the supermarket."
Zhang Shuhui laughed and said, "These bean sprouts just sprouted today. If they're not fresh, you don't have to pay for them."
She placed her own rectangular plastic plate on the electronic scale, tare the price, entered the price of the item, and then logged into her account on the card machine.
After doing all this, he took a handful of bean sprouts from the basin, shook off the water and put them in.
"It's a little more, eight dollars and thirty-three cents. I'll charge you eight dollars."
Although the currency in the shelter is points, people are still used to calling it money.
The old lady took out her ID card and placed it in the sensing area. She scanned her face in front of the camera, made a gesture, and the machine made a beeping sound.
“Ding, payment successful.”
The aunt took out a black plastic bag from her pocket and stuffed the bean sprouts into it.
——Nowadays, whether it is a supermarket, a private stall or even a canteen, plastic bags, bowls and chopsticks and other supplies are not provided, so everyone is used to carrying a bag with them, and black is the safest and most secure.
The old lady bought the bean sprouts but was in no hurry to leave. She just stood aside and chatted and watched. There were people around, including security personnel, so she didn't worry about someone rushing out to rob her.
The second person in line was a young and beautiful girl who looked like a college student. I don’t know how she managed to break through the siege of a group of old men and women.
The girl's name was Wen Shuangshuang. Her group's house was near the air-raid shelter, so she became one of the first people to live in the shelter. She was assigned to a double dormitory and lived with her best friend.
Wen Shuangshuang smiled and said, "Sister, I want 150g."
The weight of a bean sprout is almost negligible, and 150g of bean sprouts is enough for her and her best friend to enjoy.
Zhang Shuhui smiled and said, "Okay."
She first scooped up a handful of bean sprouts and put them on top. When the weight wasn't enough, she added more little by little. "Is five points okay?"
Wen Shuangshuang: "Sure, sure."
She used to be forced to buy vegetables at the market by vendors who would force her to buy, and would force her to eat a lot of vegetables if she spoke too softly. But now, she's met a vendor who controls the portions just right, and her affection for him has doubled.
Of course, it is not ruled out that it is a seller's market now, but Wen Shuangshuang felt comfortable, so she asked one more question.
"Sister, will you come to sell bean sprouts tomorrow?"
"Don't come tomorrow. It takes time for the bean sprouts to sprout. Come every Wednesday to sell bean sprouts from now on."
This is the time agreed upon by the family.
If I come to sell bean sprouts every day, not to mention that the soybeans in the dormitory will not last long, it will inevitably arouse envy.
This is not the era of surveillance. Several robberies occurred some time ago, and only two of the four criminals were caught.
Although these robbers only steal things and do not hurt people, safety is generally more important. It would be terrible to encounter a desperado.
Wen Shuangshuang's mood fluctuated with Zhang Shuhui's words. After learning that she would come to sell bean sprouts once a week, her mood immediately improved.
I'll buy some bean sprouts every week to supplement plant protein. It's cheap and convenient, so delicious!
"I want half a pound."
"I want 150g too."
"Give me a ten-dollar one."
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Zhang Shuhui's business was quite prosperous. After a while, most of the bean sprouts in the basin were gone.
He Junxia took a look at the remaining quantity and reminded the people behind him not to queue up anymore, as it would be a waste of time.
He sold a lot more, and the remaining half pound of bean sprouts were all sold to several security guards.
He Junxia smiled and said, "Captain Zhang, my daughter-in-law comes to the market every Wednesday to sell bean sprouts. If you have any needs, you can make a reservation in advance and they will bring them directly to you."
When they heard this, smiles appeared on their faces.
If the old man said that he would give them the bean sprouts for free, they would not dare to accept them, as they would be reported and lose their jobs.
But now it is just a reservation channel, and they buy at normal prices, which is reasonable and legal. Even if someone reports it, it cannot be judged as a violation.
Captain Zhang smiled and said, "Okay, sir. We'll trouble you to buy bean sprouts from now on."
The two smiled at each other.
"Ding, the account has been logged out. Please clean up the clutter on the table immediately. We are not responsible for any loss after the account is logged out."
Zhang Shuhui took back her ID card and started to pack up and clean up. Seeing that there was nothing exciting to watch, the others left.
He Junxia folded up the empty plastic basin on the counter and saw Zong Kangping rushing over excitedly with two children.
He asked curiously, "There were too many people just now and we couldn't squeeze in. They're all sold out. How much did they sell for?"
Zhang Shuhui: "About sixty."
Zong Kangping was surprised: "That's all?"
They can earn 30 points every day by working daily at the construction site, and lunch and dinner are included.
Zhang Shuhui: …
Zhang Shuhui was speechless: "We only brought a little over four pounds of bean sprouts. How much more do you want to sell?"
Zong Kangping said flatteringly, "Don't be angry. I've been talking without thinking lately. Just treat it as a fart."
Zhang Shuhui pursed her lips and said, "I'm not angry. You and father-in-law should rest at home for a few more days, or you can work one day and rest one day. You always leave early and come back late, you're exhausted."
Don’t underestimate the fact that thirty points are a lot. That means exchanging your body and life for money. Men and women are all treated like beasts.
She wanted to give her two children better living conditions, but that didn't mean she wanted to ruin the health of her husband and father-in-law.
Zhang Shuhui continued, "Growing bean sprouts doesn't take much time. I'm planning to find another part-time job I can do at home. Also, I heard from Sister Wu next door that there's a poultry farm on the second floor underground that's hiring. Do you and your father-in-law want to give it a try?"
Working on a farm is definitely easier than digging holes and filling them with soil every day. It’s less tiring and you get the extra benefit of eggs.
Zong Kangping hesitated: "I'll give it a try, but I may not be selected. I may need to rely on connections."
There is no connection between their families.
He Junxia felt that working on a construction site was quite suitable for him - he was already a second-level mystical power master, his physical fitness had greatly improved, the salary on the construction site was high, and the intensity of the work was not a big deal.
However, for Zong Kangping, working in a breeding farm is indeed safer. He can get a stable income regardless of drought or flood, and he does not have to worry about unemployment.
He Junxia looked at his adopted son and said, "You need connections as well as real skills. The farm won't hire people who just sit there and eat for free." Unless that person has a strong enough background.
Moreover, the farms are smelly and dirty, so even someone with such a powerful background might not be willing to go there. The so-called "connected households" are more likely to be a distant relative of someone or the nephew of a certain team leader.
Zong Kangping: "But I don't know how to do it either."
Although he is a rural kid and grew up in the countryside, he has been boarding school all year round since he entered junior high school in the county town, and he is not familiar with raising chickens.
He Junxia: "You can't, but I can."
Zong Kangping's eyes lit up: "How about Dad, you come with me to sign up."
He Junxia: "I'm sixty years old, and I wouldn't hire an old man. What I mean is that I can teach you how to raise a child."
Zhang Shuhui added, "Yes, Sister Wu said that there will be a practical test when recruiting people, just to eliminate those who just want to get by."
He Junxia made the final decision: "Okay, let's go back and find out all the conditions for recruiting. We won't go to the construction site in the next few days."
Things have their priorities. A stable job is much more important than earning a few extra points.
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