We prepared a lot of things today, so the sales took longer than usual, but the income was still very considerable.
Wei Zhu asked with some concern, "Mom, are you this busy every day?"
"It's just today. I didn't set up a stall yesterday. I promised them I'd do more today. I'm usually busy until 8:30 before I close up shop. Tingting, thank you for helping Auntie clean up."
Yue Ting smiled and said, "If anyone should thank someone, it's me thanking Auntie for taking me in and cooking for me. What I did is nothing."
"Auntie is going back to catch up on some sleep and then prepare the things for her stall tonight. Are you going back together or are you going to wander around outside a bit more?"
"I'll keep looking around, first I'll go to the campus to take a look, and then I'll see if there's a suitable job."
"Don't rush, take your time finding a job. You can stay with me as long as you like."
"Hmm." This was the first elder Yue Ting had met who cared about her so much since she left her biological parents. Before, she thought Wei Zhu and she were in the same boat, but now it seemed that she was the only one who was pitiful.
Although Aunt Song had previously asked Wei Zhu to hand over his salary and was also planning for Wei Deng's future by having Wei Zhu take the civil service exam, the benefit to Wei Zhu himself was the greatest. Moreover, judging from what Aunt Song just said, if Wei Zhu failed the exam, she would open a shop for him.
This business is so profitable! Although it's tiring, being your own boss is much more promising than working for someone else.
Yue Ting's campus is a bit far from here, but it's directly accessible by subway. Taking the subway and walking to school takes about forty minutes. She decided to find a job near a subway station, as taking the bus would be much slower.
Wei Zhu originally wanted to help her mother pack up all the things from the stall, but Song Xia refused and then went to wander around with Yue Ting.
“Tingting has helped you so much. You can’t just not know where Tingting is studying in the future. Mom has always been alone and doesn’t need you to do anything.”
Wei Zhu's abilities weren't particularly outstanding, but he had one thing in common: he listened to Song Xia. To put it bluntly, this habit had been ingrained in him since childhood. The two of them ate lunch at Yue Ting's school. Although the cafeteria food was decent and inexpensive, it was still not very palatable compared to what Song Xia cooked.
Yue Ting looked dejected: "No, I have to move out quickly. If I get used to Auntie's cooking, I won't be able to eat outside food anymore. This can't go on."
Wei Zhu chuckled: "Judging from my mom's expression, she'd really welcome you coming over for meals anytime."
"Even if you're very welcoming, I can't go every day. I need to be realistic. By the way, Wei Zhu, do you want to buy a computer? It would make studying easier. I have some papers to write next year, and I'm thinking of buying one."
"I think I'll pass," Wei Zhu shook her head. "I have books and a phone, so I don't need them for now."
Yue Ting didn't try to persuade her much because she knew Wei Zhu didn't have much money. Although Aunt Song wanted Wei Zhu to take the civil service exam, she might not agree to spend money on a computer.
Before the two of them could even return, Song Xia sent two links, asking Wei Zhu to choose one.
Yue Ting immediately laughed: "If you don't want to buy it yourself, Auntie will buy it for you! Wei Zhu, it seems you have no choice but to pass the civil service exam!"
Wei Zhu did feel a lot of pressure, but at the same time she was also very motivated. She had finally got this opportunity, and she wanted to give it her all. However, her mother worked so hard at her stall, and the computer was so expensive, so it wasn't really necessary for her to do so for the time being.
“You’ll have to buy it sooner or later anyway, so you might as well buy it now so you don’t have to make excuses about not studying well later.” Song Xia sent a voice message directly, “You can choose one.”
Yue Ting's smile widened: "Auntie's attitude is so different when she talks to me face-to-face, when she makes a phone call, and when she sends a voice message. Wei Zhu, I think you have no choice but to buy it. Auntie has chosen two good models. Why don't we buy the same one?"
Finally, out of desperation, Wei Zhu chose the cheaper one, and Yue Ting also placed an order.
After placing the order, Yue Ting grimaced and said, "No way, I have to find a job. Even the richest family is running out of food!"
In fact, Yue Ting still had some savings, but unlike others, she didn't have family as a safety net, so she absolutely couldn't touch that money.
After finishing their meal, the two went to the job market. Perhaps because it was almost closing time, there weren't many people there, and the jobs that were still hiring weren't suitable for her.
Over the next few days, Yue Ting spent most of her time looking for work. She did find some good jobs, but they all required her to work overtime. If she had to work overtime at night, she wouldn't be able to attend night school.
Those who don't work overtime not only have mediocre wages, but also don't receive accommodation or meals. Yue Ting said dejectedly, "Maybe I should just go and take a look around the industrial park."
She originally thought it would be easier to find a job in the provincial capital, but who knew that the better jobs usually had higher requirements from the companies, and her education and experience working in a factory were really not good enough.
"If you don't mind, I can ask around for you."
Yue Ting's eyes widened: "Auntie, you even have connections in this area!"
"These past two days, a girl who came to buy breakfast from me complained that her company's newly hired employee doesn't know how to use office software and is difficult to manage. They are planning to hire someone new, and I think you could give it a try."
"Do we need to work overtime?"
"Probably not. That girl has been buying things from me every morning and evening lately."
Yue Ting gritted her teeth: "As long as they want me, I don't care if I don't work overtime or the salary is low."
That evening, Song Xia ran into the girl again. The girl said thankfully that the new employee had left on her own before she could be fired, but they would have to hire someone else.
Actually, it's not just working people who find it difficult to find jobs; many companies are also frustrated that they can't find suitable employees. That's how it is at the girl's company. She works in HR, and if the people she hires aren't good enough, the manager should have a talk with her.
So Song Xia took the opportunity to introduce someone: "Little Li, how about Auntie introduces you to someone?"
"Is she your daughter, Auntie?"
"No, she's a friend who often comes with my daughter. She has many years of work experience and can use basic office software. Although she only graduated from a vocational school, she is already studying for a bachelor's degree at night school and will graduate next year. You can try working there. She said she doesn't want any salary for the first few days of the trial period if she's not satisfied."
Xiao Li hesitated for a moment, but nodded because she trusted Song Xia: "Okay, Auntie, here is my company's business card and address. Tell her to prepare her resume and come to the company to find me tomorrow. I will tell the receptionist."
"Oh, Xiao Li, thank you for giving me this favor."
Xiao Li blinked: "Auntie, next time I'm late, you have to save me a breakfast!"
"must."
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