Xu Xiangyang did not refuse this good opportunity to work as a temporary worker in the city.
Only by leaving this small mountain village can he realize his grand ambitions. Right now, he has no way out and can only stay here.
So when Wang Zhongshan brought it up, he nodded without hesitation.
"Grandpa, that's great! I've been cooped up at home for so long, I'm just thinking about going out and doing something!" Xu Xiangyang nodded happily.
Who wouldn't be happy? It's like a pillow being delivered to someone who's been dozing off.
I was thinking of going to the city to see if I could find a job, because I couldn't just stay at home all the time.
The job has been delivered this time as well.
Seeing that he was happy, Wang Zhongshan told him about the job. "Actually, the job isn't difficult. Even a temporary worker gets 18.5 yuan a month, plus coupons and stuff, which is enough for you to spend. If you're frugal, you can even save some money."
"This job may not be anything special, but you have to be perceptive. The outside world is not like home. When you're out there, you have to be able to read people's expressions and not take your temper out on them."
Wang Zhongshan actually knew his grandson's temperament. If he hadn't heard that Xu Xiangyang was about to become a vagrant, he wouldn't have had the nerve to ask his old comrade-in-arms to solve his job problem.
In the end, I was only given a temporary job, so I'm definitely not happy about it.
This is the first time in all these years that I've had to ask someone for help, and I'm even trying to fool them with a temporary worker.
He understood that this temporary job was quite good at the moment, and he had even risked his reputation for Xu Xiangyang's sake.
Xu Xiangyang looked at Wang Zhongshan with a sigh, naturally unaware of what he was thinking.
But he understood the principles of interpersonal relationships and working under others.
Having worked for so many years and navigated the complexities of society, I've become adept at reading people's expressions.
Otherwise, how could one accumulate wealth and buy a house? It's incredibly difficult for a woman to own a house and a car in a big city by the age of thirty.
Xu Xiangyang may have had a past life, but he got it through his interpersonal skills and flattery.
"Grandpa, don't worry, I understand what's going on. Nowhere is it as comfortable as home when you're away from home." He appeared very calm, with an expression that suggested he was ready to make something of himself.
Wang Zhongshan was very satisfied with his answer and was also pleased that he hadn't lost face in vain; as long as his grandson knew to work hard, that was enough.
Wang Xiumin, who was kneading dough outside, naturally heard their conversation and turned to ask her mother.
"Mom, is what Dad said true?" She was a little incredulous, after all, going to the city to work as a temporary worker was a chance to turn her life around.
You know how hard it is to find a job these days. For people who have settled in the countryside, moving to the city is not an easy thing either.
That's why she insisted on fighting with Old Mrs. Xu to get her son into school.
Without studying, there's no future for him. Unfortunately, Xu Xiangyang didn't have the talent and failed the exam.
However, a high school diploma is not bad; at least you can find a temporary job.
But temporary workers also need connections; they've spent their whole lives in the countryside, where would they find such opportunities?
Wang Zhongshan's words overjoyed her, and she thought to herself that she had finally made it through!
Grandma Wang smiled and nodded, "Your father begged his old comrade-in-arms to get this temporary job."
Upon hearing that she had obtained it through a favor, Wang Xiumin was no longer as happy as before.
Doesn't she, as the daughter, know what kind of person her own father is?
When has he ever humbled himself to beg anyone? He's been a proud man his whole life. Even when he retired, he didn't ask for a single extra penny for medical treatment. After treating his leg, he had no money left.
But now, for the sake of her child, she has to beg others...
Wang Xiumin felt a mix of emotions at that moment.
Grandma Wang was quick and efficient; the dumplings were in the pot in less than half an hour. Wang Xiumin tended the fire, and the two of them worked very fast.
Xu Xiangyang could smell the aroma of dumplings as soon as he entered the house, and his mouth watered.
He can cook, but he's not very good at it; he can cook ordinary stir-fries and stews.
Having not had a proper meal in so long, he started to crave it.
The dumplings were served on the table shortly afterward. Wang Zhongshan sat on the edge of the kang (a heated brick bed), while the others sat on stools.
"Let's eat quickly," Wang Zhongshan urged the others to eat, while he poured himself two ounces of wine.
Xu Xiangyang didn't stand on ceremony. After all, it was his maternal grandfather's house, and if he was too polite, everyone would suspect him.
The dumplings are made with pork and sauerkraut. Sauerkraut is more commonly eaten in the north, since it's difficult to store vegetables in winter, so most of the vegetables are radish, cabbage, potatoes, and sauerkraut.
We were happy with just these few dishes; in previous years, we couldn't even get wild vegetables.
Xu Xiangyang ate two plates of dumplings in a row before patting his belly and getting off the table.
Now he no longer has to worry about gaining weight from eating too much. The original owner of this body only weighed a little over 100 pounds and was too thin for his 1.78-meter height.
However, this was the case for everyone at that time. If it weren't for the fact that Old Wang's family would occasionally give him some supplements, his weight would probably be even lower.
"Being able to eat is a blessing!" Wang Zhongshan was pleased to see him eating so much.
That proves he's in good health; otherwise, he wouldn't be able to eat much, and how could he be a real man!
After Wang Xiumin finished eating, she sat down at the table and asked, "Dad, now that Xiangyang has a job, shouldn't we consider dividing the family property? Look at my mother-in-law's behavior; she's just thinking about making money to support Xu Laoda."
She would be more than willing to work hard to earn money, but she was unwilling to let the food she earned go to support Xu Laoda's family.
I have a son too. If others don't think about me, I have to think about myself.
She only has one child, and she'll have to rely on Xu Xiangyang to take care of her in her old age.
When Xu Xiangyang heard his mother mention the matter of dividing the family property, he also pricked up his ears to listen.
He also wanted to improve his family's life, but how could he possibly support an ungrateful child when everyone was eating from the same pot?
It's clear from the original owner's memories that, apart from his parents, no one in the Xu family took Xu Xiangyang seriously.
Even when they go out and chat with others, they have to put them down, as if they don't have the surname Xu, and they're the ones making fun of Old Xu's family.
I really don't know what these people are thinking.
Hearing her words, Wang Zhongshan nodded and clicked his tongue, saying, "Your mother-in-law is indeed a bit lacking. Your father-in-law is a good person, but he doesn't have much say. It's all for naught."
He was helpless when faced with such in-laws.
If it weren't for Xu Laosan's honesty and hard work, he wouldn't have married his daughter off to him.
Fortunately, his daughter hasn't been bullied much over the years, otherwise he would have made a scene long ago.
He thought for a moment and said, "How about we arrange for Xiangyang to get married? Otherwise, they won't be able to let go."
Getting married definitely costs money; if you don't have money, you have to use grain.
Surely the Xu family can't just marry off a daughter-in-law without contributing anything? If she doesn't want to contribute, then they should separate from the family.
Wang Xiumin thought it was a good idea, but Xiang Min above was not married yet. Wouldn't it be a bit awkward for them to be in such a hurry?
Wang Zhongshan seemed to have seen through her thoughts and said with a smile, "Don't worry, what family has to wait for the eldest son to get married? Just do as I say."
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