The rest of what was said was unclear to the Xu family.
All I heard was that Xu Zhenzhu had been assigned to the Hongxing Commune Supply and Marketing Cooperative as a sales clerk.
At this time, there's a saying that summarizes the four most sought-after professions: stethoscope, steering wheel, butcher's knife, and salesperson.
Here, "salesperson" refers to a sales clerk.
Becoming a sales clerk means your whole family can enjoy a life of prestige.
The brigade leader and the village secretary also looked at Xu Zhenzhu in surprise.
Although Lu Xing said that Xu Zhenzhu passed the exam, who didn't know that it was the Lu family's arrangement? Otherwise, how could such a good position have been given to Xu Zhenzhu?
Xu Zhenzhu is quite lucky.
It's obvious that the Lu family is backing Xu Zhenzhu up! Judging from Xu Zhenzhu's situation, she's been exchanging glances with the Lu family boy she saved; they're probably dating.
Moreover, Lu's parents didn't seem to object; in fact, they arranged such a good job for Xu Zhenzhu.
Especially for the supply and marketing cooperative in Hongxing Commune, it's likely that the brigade will have to rely on her for much longer.
With a quick thought, the brigade leader and the party secretary hurriedly congratulated Xu Zhenzhu with smiles.
He then took the opportunity to take out the cured meat and eggs he was carrying, saying it was to celebrate Xu Zhenzhu getting a job and to add a dish to the family's meal.
Xu Zhenzhu was feeling very pleased with herself at that moment.
The Xu family, the brigade leader, the village secretary, and the envious and surprised looks from outside the house helped her regain her previous confidence.
She was reborn, and all these honors and benefits should have been hers!
No matter how much Si Ya struggles or how powerful she is, what can she do?
She's already won over Lu Kai, the most crucial guy! As long as she has Lu Kai by her side, her future will be smooth sailing. And after marrying Lu Kai, even better days are yet to come.
Thinking of this, Xu Zhenzhu's smile became even brighter.
The onlookers outside were also stunned.
I never expected Xu Zhenzhu to be so lucky! She's a saleswoman! I'll have to ask her for help in the future, to get in-demand items through her connections.
Upon realizing this, the onlookers couldn't stand still any longer, and some quick-witted ones hurriedly ran home.
They chased chickens and ducks, searching the whole house for the most precious food.
Before long, a long queue formed in front of the Xu family's house. Everyone brought their own precious treats, which they themselves were reluctant to eat, to deliver to the Xu family.
They all said things like "Congratulations" and "This little something is just to add to the festive atmosphere."
The Xu family members were no longer the same as they had been a few days ago when Xu Ningyan had splashed them with excrement, and they dared not hold their heads up in the village.
Despite Xu Zhenzhu's instructions, Xu Zhenzhu herself became smug at this moment, and Miao Cuihua was even more elated.
The family couldn't contain their excitement; it was as if they themselves had become salespeople.
They hold their heads high and look down on those who come to offer congratulations.
They were picky about what people brought them. If a family was struggling financially and had nothing to give but vegetables from their own garden, they would make sarcastic remarks: "Everyone has these vegetables. Why bother bringing them? Who do you think you are?"
Fortunately, all of this happened outside; it's unclear whether Lu Xing and the others inside heard it.
Just as things were getting lively outside, three or four more people hurriedly walked towards the Xu family's house from outside the main group.
Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be Xu Yinlai and his family from the second branch of the Xu family, who had just returned a couple of days ago and left in a huff.
Why are you back again?
Xu Yejun and his brothers were collecting congratulatory gifts from various families in the brigade at the door when they heard this and looked up to see that Xu Yinlai's family had already arrived at their door.
Remembering the words they left behind that day, I was instantly filled with anger.
Several people blocked the doorway, preventing Xu Yinlai and his family from entering: "Second Uncle, what you said a few days ago is still fresh in our minds. You said you wouldn't take care of the family or Auntie anymore. Why are you back today? Did you regret it after hearing that Auntie became a saleswoman?"
Xu Yinlai realized his thoughts had been exposed, but he still acted like an uncle: "Yejun, you guys get out of the way!"
Xu Yejun and his brothers exchanged a glance, "No way!"
If fewer people share the benefits and advantages of this aunt, wouldn't they be able to get more?
They just blocked it and wouldn't let it pass.
Xu Zhenzhu heard the commotion, looked outside, and hurriedly came out to greet them.
He shoved Xu Yejun aside: "What are you guys doing? Blocking Second Brother from coming in?"
Xu Yejun and the others hurriedly complained: "Auntie, didn't you know that Second Uncle was furious when he got home the other day because of Siya's failed job! He said he wouldn't care about us anymore, and he wouldn't care about you either! But today, after hearing your good news, he shamelessly came back to us—"
Xu Zhenzhu glared at them: "Shut up! What nonsense are you talking about? Second Brother isn't that kind of person! We're all family, blood relatives. You can't take those angry words seriously? Have you forgotten all the good things Second Brother has done for this family? Just because of a few angry words, you won't even let him in the door? Get out of my way!"
Xu Yejun and the others dared not disobey Xu Zhenzhu's words, and angrily stepped aside.
Xu Zhenzhu then led Xu Yinlai, his wife, and their two children into the house.
As soon as she entered the house, she introduced herself to Lu Xing and his family: "Uncle, Aunt, Brother Lu Kai, this is my second brother and sister-in-law and their family. They all work at the county textile factory. I sent them a letter this morning, and they came back from the county town after receiving the news."
Compared to his two brothers, Xu Yinlai, having worked in the county town, was more worldly-wise.
I had heard that the person my younger sister rescued had a father who was the deputy director of the county machinery factory and a mother who was the logistics director of the machinery factory—both were leading cadres.
Upon seeing him now, Lu Xing's aura was even stronger than that of their textile factory director.
He immediately put his years of flattery and bootlicking skills into practice.
After chatting with the Xu family for a few minutes, Lu Xing and Sun Chunmei already knew what kind of people they were: a family with no substance and extremely shallow minds.
The conversation was about to stall, but thankfully the brigade leader and the village secretary arrived, and with them keeping us company, we were able to manage to exchange a few words.
Just when everyone was about to reach their limit, Xu Yin arrived and rescued both sides.
Although he was just an ordinary worker, his words had some merit, and he seemed shrewd.
Looking at Shen Yue'e, although she was timid, she still mustered up the courage to chat with Sun Chunmei for a few words. The two sons of the second branch of the Xu family were also different from the rest of the Xu family in terms of their clothing and behavior.
Finally, I saw a few people at the Xu family's house who weren't too bad, and I breathed a slight sigh of relief.
The Xu family isn't actually that bad.
After all, this was the case in rural areas at that time. The Xu family was already considered good. In addition, the second branch of the Xu family lived in the city, and both husband and wife had jobs. Their eldest son also had a temporary job. Their conditions were already quite good.
We can't ask for too much!
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