When the topic of Hua Chongzhi came up, Hua Qingyi still asked Hua Kai, "Do you think Grandpa will really come to his senses this time?"
"He should be able to wake up, but this time Uncle Er will probably show his true colors too. After all, asking him to be filial is just nonsense," Hua Kai said.
Ye Yifan nodded in agreement with Hua Kai's words: "That's true, but it's good that the old man saw things clearly sooner."
Hua Kai added, "This time my stepmother is going to lose face; she brought along an ungrateful wretch."
Hua Qingyi sighed and said, "Grandpa will be sad too, after all, he treated his second uncle like his own son."
“He’s a wolf to begin with. How could we not see it after all these years? Grandpa was also bewitched by his stepmother and deluded himself with wishful thinking. Isn’t it obvious what kind of person Second Uncle is?” Hua Kai said.
“Indeed, fortunately, Grandpa lived with Fourth Uncle, and Fourth Uncle’s parents are both his own, so there’s nothing to shirk about it,” Hua Qingyi added.
Hua Kai nodded: "Living with Fourth Uncle is also a better choice for Grandpa."
Ye Yifan listened to their conversation and understood. Every family has its own problems, but the Hua family is fortunate in that the five members are united, which is the most precious and important thing.
After talking for a while, it got late, so Hua Qingyi went to bed early. He had to get up early the next day to catch the bus and go back home as soon as possible.
The next morning, Ye Yifan and Hua Kai saw Hua Qingyi off at the station and watched him board the train before returning home.
After Ye Yifan dropped Hua Kai off at the shop, he said he had something to do and would be going out for a while, telling Hua Kai not to wait for him for lunch.
Hua Kai assumed Ye Yifan was talking about work and didn't ask any further questions. She talked a lot with Li Jing, because Li Jing had never left home before, and this time she was staying in the provincial capital for so long, which was probably because she was worried that Li Jing would miss home.
However, Li Jing really didn't miss home. She never expected that the sense of accomplishment from her work would be so fulfilling.
Looking at Huakai with excitement, she said, "Huakai, I really don't know how to thank you. I now realize that people can live such a fulfilling life. I used to live in the village and thought that women's lives were just about getting married, having children, and taking care of the whole family. Now I know that I can do so much."
Hua Kai was happy to see Li Jing make such progress, especially in her thinking, and she was happy for her too.
"From now on, you will be in charge of management. Ye Yifan and I have discussed your salary. We will give you an annual salary of 10,000 yuan, which will increase based on your seniority and actual circumstances."
"What? No way, that's too much. Even if you earn a lot, you can't offer me that much. I'm just an employee. What would I do if I asked for that much money? Besides, Captain Ye knows about our relationship. He'd worry that you're mixing public and private matters. I can't let you two have a conflict."
Hua Kai laughed as she listened: "You're underestimating Ye Yifan's vision. This is what I discussed with him. He understands the importance of talent better than you think. You are far more important than you realize. You deserve all of this, and there will be even more in the future."
Li Jing grinned from ear to ear: "If Captain Ye agrees, then I won't stand on ceremony. Will I become a rich person in the village in the future, a household with 10,000 yuan a year? I'm getting a little carried away."
"It's okay to drift, but remember, once you land, we can't be arrogant. We need to earn more, so your parents will be proud of you, and your sisters-in-law won't treat Fenggu badly anymore. When you become a successful girl in the village, how many people will envy you when you go back?"
"Flower, I am so happy. I am so lucky to be your friend. How can I express my gratitude to you?"
"Properly train the store manager for me and take good care of the business; that would be the best way to repay me."
"Don't worry, I promise I'll put in my best effort."
"Yes, I believe you. We'll be opening shops in Harbin and Jicheng next year. You'll be very busy then. You'll be a successful and elite woman in the future."
"I'm not afraid of being tired or suffering, I promise to do a good job."
"Let's not stand on ceremony. I'll be going back to the city in a few days. Ye Yifan should be able to drive back then. If you need anything for your family, buy it in advance and I'll take it back for you."
"I'll take some time these next few days to go out and see what I need to buy. I won't be able to go back before the Lunar New Year. Could you also send some money back for my mom to buy New Year's goods?" Li Jing said, starting to reach into her pocket.
Hua Kai pressed her hand down: "Don't take it out anymore. We'll give you your year-end bonuses before we go back. Even though this place hasn't been open for long, we still need to give you something special. Yours is guaranteed to be a big red envelope. You can decide how much to give home, and I'll help you take it back."
Li Jing said, "You haven't been in business for long, so just give a token amount this year, don't actually give any big red envelopes."
"It's alright, our business is doing really well, we should get the prize we deserve," Hua Kai added.
"Just don't make Captain Ye worry because of me, otherwise I won't feel at ease."
"Don't worry, I won't."
The two talked for a while, and then the shop got busy, so they both started working.
Ye Yifan returned in the afternoon, and then Hua Kai went out, saying she would take her somewhere.
Hua Kai followed Ye Yifan to the entrance of a clothing factory called Four Seasons Garment Factory. She looked at Ye Yifan happily and asked, "You've found a clothing factory to cooperate with?"
Ye Yifan nodded: "I think this factory is good. Look across the street." He pointed to a factory diagonally opposite: "Look at that factory's signboard?"
Hua Kai looked at the words on the sign and unconsciously read them aloud: "Evergreen Garment Factory..."
Ye Yifan smiled and said, "Well, didn't you want to put the Chang family in a difficult position? I bought this factory at a high price. You have to make my money back. The factory is profitable, so just keep everything running normally before the new year. You'll have to put more effort into the styles and sales after the new year."
Hua Kai looked at Ye Yifan in surprise: "You, you bought some again? How much?"
Ye Yifan smiled and patted Huakai's head: "The price doesn't matter, what matters is that you like it. Anyway, the business won't lose money with you, so just buy it and do it yourself. Why not do whatever you want?"
Hua Kai looked at Ye Yifan with admiration: "You're the epitome of being rich and willful, big brother. How can I thank you for this? And aren't you really afraid I'll have to pay you back?"
Ye Yifan smiled and said, "The factory is profitable anyway. As long as it operates normally, it will be fine. If your design is novel enough, I will send someone to manage it. With my connections, even if we are making work clothes and school uniforms, we will not be short of work. How could we not make money?"
Hua Kai looked at Ye Yifan and said, "You really have guts. Don't worry, I won't let you down."
Ye Yifan said, "I have never been disappointed in you. Just take this as a hobby and don't worry too much. Focus your energy on what you like. When the clothing factory is too busy, hire a good designer. You don't have to do everything yourself. Just produce two signature styles every quarter."
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