Grandpa Xia continued, "And they have to be hygienic, because we're cooking. We don't want people who are sloppy and unhygienic all the time."
"Another reason is that some people learn quickly. This factory opened in May, so the time given to everyone to learn is limited. If you say you can't learn it in a month, then we can't waste our time with you."
"The purpose of running a factory is to make money, not to do charity, so I hope everyone knows this."
The villagers said very reasonably:
"Yes, everyone knows this."
"Don't worry, if anyone disagrees with this, we won't let him off."
"This is a good thing for everyone in our village. Everyone should stay out of trouble. If we make people angry and they no longer want us, then the gain will outweigh the loss."
They didn't dare to refute Grandpa Xia. After all, they saw the current situation very clearly, and they still had to rely on his granddaughter for their livelihood in the future.
What if they offended him and he deliberately excluded them? No one wanted to give up such a good opportunity.
"Third Uncle, you just said that girls can do it too. Then can you see if I can do it?" A little girl holding a hoe said timidly.
Grandpa Xia looked at her and said, "As long as you are over sixteen, you can come and try. Whether you can succeed depends on yourself."
Hearing this, the little girl smiled widely, and the women of the same age around her also smiled. Those who had daughters or sons suitable for the job were so happy.
Although some men were unhappy when they heard that the same number of men and women could be hired, there was nothing they could do about it. The boss had the final say on recruitment, and they couldn't blame anyone else.
Besides, there are quotas for men as well, so they can do it if they try hard. If they are selected together with their partners, they will have two salaries. This is what the young people who have just gotten married think.
Xia Jin originally wanted to start at the age of eighteen, but later found that many girls were already engaged or even married at the age of eighteen, and many of them could not come out, so she changed it to sixteen.
It just so happens that there is no blind date at this time, and working in the city can delay the marriage of these underage children.
Another thing is to broaden their horizons. When they earn money and see the outside world, they may have the opportunity to change their lives.
At the very least, let them know that girls are not incapable of living on their own, and do not have to rely solely on men. Sometimes what parents say may not be right.
You should have your own judgment. You don’t have to get married when you reach a certain age, and you don’t have to give birth to a boy. Girls can also have many choices in life and can live a wonderful life.
But it can only be done until the age of sixteen. If it is younger, I feel guilty about it. It is a bit too young.
Some men were unhappy when they heard his words and said, "What's the use of women? They are not as strong as men. Why recruit them?"
Some people around were unhappy when they heard this, and one woman stood up and said:
"Ergou, what do you mean by this? What's wrong with women? Women are no worse than you. Look at me, are they worse than you at farming, or are they worse than you at something else?"
"I'm telling you, women are capable too. Chairman Mao said long ago that women can hold up half the sky. If you look down on us, then don't let your wife work in the fields. Do it yourself."
"Your wife does the same work as you and earns the same salary. Why do you look down on us? Maybe we will be better than you when we get to the factory."
Grandpa Xia glared at Ergou angrily and said, "What do you know? This is what Xiaojin said. They can arrange as many people as they want, men or women as they want."
"If that's the case, our Xiao Jin is still a girl and isn't very good yet. Who among you can catch up with her?"
"Besides, you are strong, but is being strong something to be proud of? It's like carrying a heavy bag; not everyone can do it."
The man was still unconvinced and said, "There are so many women out there. Why do you have to find one from our side? Women should just stay at home and serve their families honestly. Why would they go out?" His words were sarcastic and full of male chauvinism.
This caused public outrage. There were many women working in the fields at noon. After hearing what he said, they couldn't help but curse:
"What's that on your head? You can't listen to anyone, right? Uncle San said it was the factory's arrangement. What are you talking about? Do you think you can't be selected among fifty people?"
"That's right. Besides, the girl from the Xia family is from the same village, so they gave us this opportunity. Your ears aren't very good either."
"If we really compare, we women are no worse than you men. We can do farm work, cook delicious meals, and make clothes. What else can you do besides farming?"
"That's right. Such a good thing had to happen, but you had to make someone as confused as me. You ruined my good mood. Why are you pouring cold water on me?"
"Uncle San and Minye, don't listen to him. We Tadpoles are very grateful that Xiaojin thought of us and gave us such a good job. We are really grateful."
The men around him also echoed:
"Yes, we all remember the kindness of your family."
"Uncle San, if there's anything going on at home, call me and I'll help you."
"Ergou, if you think this is a bad thing, then your whole family shouldn't go. It just so happens that we have one less competitor."
"I think it's okay. Your relatives shouldn't go either. It really is a waste of their kindness."
Everyone thought this was a good idea. In addition to the thirty from the Xia family, there were still seventy of the one hundred people. This sounds like a lot, but there are also many competitors, so every possible one counts.
"No, no, don't listen to my son's nonsense. I will teach him a lesson when I get home." Ergou's mother walked out of the crowd and said.
He walked up to his troubled son, slapped him several times, and then said, "Apologize to your third uncle. What kind of words did you say? If you don't get spanked, you'll be spitting powder all over your mouth."
They have three sons and seven or eight grandchildren in their family. If one of them can be selected, their family will be different. This is an opportunity for change, and they can't let their stupid son ruin it.
Ergou, whose ears were grabbed by his mother, shouted, "It hurts, it hurts, mother, be gentler!"
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