"She's been bullying Xiaohua for more than a day or two. Today she actually hit her, so they've completely broken off relations. We're both human, so I don't know where she gets such an arrogant attitude. She just works at a beauty salon in the city and does facials for people. Look at her own face, all pockmarked, and she's doing beauty treatments for people?" Zheng Jia covered her mouth and chuckled.
Li Xiaohua followed suit and chuckled softly.
After saying goodbye to the two, I returned home, made a cup of milk for Tangtang, fed her, and took a shower. Only then did I see a missed call on my phone from Wang Tingting. I immediately called back and learned from her voice that she had gone out for a trip, but she didn't say exactly what she was doing. I didn't want to ask, but I could tell from her voice that she was in a bad mood. But thankfully, she was alright and safe.
This was also the only thing Jiang Shuya cared about.
The next day, when she went to the mall to pick up the goods, she noticed that there weren't many orders on weekdays, averaging only about twenty pieces of clothing per day, with a lot of orders only on Saturdays and Sundays. She remembered seeing a folding trolley in her father's warehouse last time, which had been sitting there collecting dust and no one was using it. She thought she would go and get it back the next day, as it would rust over time.
Walking to the atrium on the first floor, I saw a place with lots of balloons. Large cartoon plush toys stood on both sides of the entrance. Looking at the words "Baby King," ah, it turned out to be a newly opened maternity and baby store, officially opening today. It was very large inside, with sections for formula, diapers, baby food, children's clothing, toys, supplies, and a large playground with all sorts of strange and wonderful amusement facilities and imaginative animated games.
Today is the grand opening of the new store, and the atmosphere is festive. More importantly, there's a grand opening sale with discounts for purchases over a certain amount. Two boxes of milk powder are 25% off. Jiang Shuya was overjoyed. She went to the milk powder section, found the milk powder that Tangtang drinks, and had inquired about it before. She also knew there was a promotion, so she readily bought two boxes. She also bought a lot of snacks and picked out a few toys. Looking at the promotion dates, there were still two days left. No rush. She could buy too much and not be able to carry it all. She could just come back tomorrow to buy more.
When she pushed her shopping cart to the customer service desk to store her purchases, she saw Wen Qing. Wen Qing looked indifferent. Upon seeing her, Wen Qing calmly walked over, took the milk powder Jiang Shuya handed her, placed it behind her, and handed her the receipt, saying gently, "Jiang Shuya, it's been a long time. Do you have time? Let's chat."
She left her things here because she needed to go upstairs to pick up more goods. Wen Qing had done her a great favor, and she wanted to repay her, but hadn't had the chance. So she took the initiative and said, "Great idea! Miss Wen, let me treat you to dinner! We can chat while we eat."
"No need, I've already eaten. Aren't you going upstairs to get the goods? I'll go with you!" Wen Qing walked side by side with her, her eyes constantly scanning the store, as if she were inspecting a work site.
"Miss Wen, is this Baby King a brand you introduced?" Jiang Shuya asked.
"Yes, I was the one who oversaw this store from the beginning. Many shareholders were not optimistic and were unwilling to spend 10,000 square meters to open a store with an uncertain future. I insisted on opening it despite all the objections, even my family did not support me."
She said calmly
Jiang Shuya could tell that she cared a lot about this store. She had just seen her helping out at the cashier, so she guessed that she had paid a high price and was a stubborn girl.
Jiang Shuya smiled gently and said, "Miss Wen, I estimate that the country's birth policy will change drastically in less than two years, from the current one-child policy to supporting a two-child policy, or even a three-child policy. Nowadays, the aging population in China is serious. In a family, there are four elderly people and two young people. In the future, the young people will have to support four elderly people. If a young couple only has one child, it will be a disaster for the country's pension policy and tax policy! So I think you did the right thing. You have anticipated the needs."
Wen Qing had already investigated these issues. She wasn't blindly opening such a large store, but opening a store requires not only sufficient funds but also the ability to accept unknown risks.
However, she was still very happy that someone shared the same idea as her, since most of the people around her had opposed her from the beginning of her decision to open the store.
"You may not know this, but although I am not married, I love children very much. Before opening this store, I did a lot of research on the growth and changes of infants and children at different ages and what products they need. I searched all over the major markets for toy manufacturers, and I strictly controlled each brand to ensure quality and safety. At that time, I decided to open the largest maternity and baby store in the country so that they could eat the safest food and use the safest products. I don't know why, but when I am most upset, as long as I see children and their innocent and radiant smiles, my inner vulnerability can be instantly healed."
Jiang Shuya found it hard to believe that Wen Qing, an unmarried woman, could think of so much, so she spoke softly:
"Miss Wen is a pure and kind person. She is quick-witted, strong-willed, and willing to put in the effort for these children. In the end, I should thank you. My daughter Tangtang also bought the brand you chose."
"Haha," the two said, then looked at each other and laughed.
Wen Qing touched her nose and asked, "Wang Tingting went to Shanghai. I don't know if it went well for her. I've been too busy these past few days and haven't had a chance to ask."
"I spoke to her on the phone yesterday, but she didn't say where she was going! Judging from her tone, she was in a bad mood," Jiang Shuya replied.
"Do you know Sun Qi? I heard he's from your area. I've investigated him; he works as a programmer at his family's trading company in Shanghai, but his future is uncertain," Wen Qing said.
"Really?" Jiang Shuya was speechless.
“I’m a little worried that she’ll be deceived and get hurt like I did. She’s too straightforward, like a reckless young woman, charging headlong into things.” Wen Qing said with concern.
Jiang Shuya said, "Sun Qi is our neighbor. He is a rather shy young man with a gentle personality and excellent manners. As far as I know, although he works in Shanghai, he takes good care of his grandparents and younger brother. He is a responsible person."
"I'm relieved to hear that. I hope Sun Qi won't be frightened by her," Wen Qing said.
The two smiled at each other, then suddenly seemed to remember something. Jiang Shuya slowly said, "Are you hiring sales assistants here?"
"Ah! Don't tell me you're going to work here!" Wen Qing teased.
Jiang Shuya shook her head: "It's not me, it's two of my friends, they're from Jiangdao, it's quite close by, and they want to find a job."
"Shopping malls generally require experienced people who can learn quickly and are receptive to training," Wen Qing said.
"You mean sales experience? Selling different products is fine too! Quick-witted, articulate, and efficient..." Jiang Shuya was interrupted before she could finish.
"Bring them here! I'll have someone arrange things for them." He said, handing her a business card: "Tell them to come this afternoon, and call me when they arrive."
Wen Qing waved her hand, saying she was on the phone and it must be work-related. Jiang Shuya put away the business card she had given her. By this time, the two had arrived at the store. When Manager Feng saw Wen Qing arrive, he was first surprised, then he saw her go out to answer the phone, take Jiang Shuya's pickup slip, and go to the warehouse.
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