Chapter 202: Annual Holiday
Sun Qiang said to the two of them, "Brother, sister-in-law, I've remembered everything you said. Don't worry, I will be careful and cautious."
After saying what he was thinking, he added, "By the way, you guys can drive the car back for the New Year so it's convenient for visiting friends. I'm going back to the provincial capital for a few days and I don't plan to leave my dad's side, so I won't be able to use the car."
Ai Xiaoxia didn't refuse: "Then let's drive back. To be honest, having a car is really convenient."
Sun Qiang said, "By the way, I put some gifts in the car for the old man to take back. They are my little token of my appreciation."
Lu Jingshen patted Sun Qiang on the back and said, "You are always so thoughtful, kid."
Sun Qiang smiled and said, "I should have gone to see the elders, but I really can't go this year."
Lu Jingshen said, "I know. Don't worry about it. We are all family. We all understand."
After finishing my work at the hotel, I had lunch here, looked around from upstairs to downstairs, and then went to the barbecue restaurant together in the afternoon.
This is the last day of business before the New Year, and there are not many people. It's the end of the year, and many units have started to take holidays and prepare for the New Year, so naturally there are fewer people coming out to eat.
Sun Qiang also gathered everyone together and gave out bonuses. Even Lu Jingxin received a bonus of 100 yuan.
These employees had only been working for a few months, and when they received so much money all of a sudden, the younger ones jumped for joy.
Ai Xiaoxia was happy to see them. After all, they all started their business with her, and this store was her first real industry in this era.
After distributing the bonuses, Ai Xiaoxia asked Lu Jingshen and Sun Qiang to go to the office and chat for a while, while she went to talk to Fang Lan'e.
Fang Lan'e had told Ai Xiaoxia before that she planned to spend the New Year alone in the city this year. The dormitory environment was pretty good, and she wanted to cook some delicious food by herself, relax for a few days, and then stroll around the city when she was free. She had lived such a busy life for so many years, and it was finally an opportunity, which she thought was great.
Although Ai Xiaoxia also thought this was a good idea, she was still worried about whether something would happen to Fang Lan'e during the New Year when she was alone, so she went to find her and discussed it with her. If Fang Lan'e insisted on spending the New Year alone, she would give her her parents' phone number so that she could find someone if she had any problems.
When they arrived at the kitchen, Fang Lan'e was cleaning the kitchen with people. When she saw Ai Xiaoxia looking for her, she quickly wiped her hands and came out.
Ai Xiaoxia found a private room with her and sat down to talk.
Fang Lan'e looked at Ai Xiaoxia and knew what she was thinking: "Are you worried that I'm in danger or lonely here alone?"
Ai Xiaoxia smiled: "You guessed it, so have you really decided to stay? It's not too late to regret it now."
Fang Lan'e also smiled: "I'm 100% sure. I really want to stay like this for a few days. Really, in all these years, I've never lived alone and easily. After the New Year, I will rent a house by myself. I really want to enjoy life. Xiaoxia, I really enjoy being alone now."
Hearing her say this, Ai Xiaoxia couldn't persuade her: "Then I'll leave you my parents' phone number. If you have any problems, you can contact them. Otherwise, I'm always worried about you being alone in the city."
"Okay, if anything happens I'll call my uncle and aunt. Don't worry, I'll take good care of myself. Tomorrow I plan to go shopping at the department store, and then I'll make some delicious food for myself over the next few days. When I'm free I'll go out for a walk. I have a tape recorder there, so I can listen to music."
"After the New Year, I'll lend you some money so you can buy a small house. That way, it'll feel more like home."
"I'll save money for another two years. If I don't save money now, it's like I'm borrowing it from you. Doesn't that mean you're buying me a house?"
"Then how about this? You can borrow money and give it to me at the bank's interest rate. That way, you can live in your own house first, and my money will be the same as if it were in the bank anyway."
"Then let's sign an agreement. I'll keep living expenses from my monthly salary and return the rest to you."
"Okay, okay, okay. As long as you buy a house and have a family, the rest is up to you."
"It's obviously you who's at a disadvantage, why are you saying it as if I'm being hypocritical?"
"Why would I be afraid of being at a disadvantage with you? What is our relationship?"
"Xiaoxia, you are so nice. Thank you for understanding me, knowing me, and supporting me." There are many deep meanings hidden in Fang Lan'e's words. She understands that she wants to spend the New Year alone instead of persuading her to go back to her parents' home. She understands what kind of life she wants and supports her choice, not just verbally.
Ai Xiaoxia smiled and said, "We are sisters in need. Isn't this just politeness?"
"Okay, it's getting late. You still have to prepare to go back to your hometown for the New Year. Don't waste time here with me. I still have to work. Don't worry about this. I'll come and take a look when I'm free." Fang Lan'e said.
"Okay, then I'll go back." Ai Xiaoxia wrote down the phone number and gave it to Fang Lan'e.
Fang Lan'e took the phone number and said, "I wish you a happy Chinese New Year in advance."
Ai Xiaoxia hugged Fang Lan'e and said, "Happy Spring Festival to you, too."
The two looked at each other and smiled. In fact, things were getting better and better.
Ai Xiaoxia went back to find Lu Jingshen. He and Sun Qiang had almost finished their chat. Sun Qiang left the day before the New Year, so he told Ai Xiaoxia and Lu Jingshen not to worry, and that he would take a look around here before going back.
Ai Xiaoxia and Lu Jingshen were very relieved about Sun Qiang. They said goodbye to him and were about to go back.
When they got downstairs, Lu Jingxin was waiting for them at the door.
Seeing the two of them coming out, Lu Jingxin came over and said, "Brother, sister-in-law, let me thank you again."
Lu Jingshen looked at Lu Jingxin and said with a smile: "Work is different. You've matured."
Lu Jingxin scratched his head. "Indeed, this work is very challenging. I really appreciate you guys. My mom also told me to say thank you. When I get home for the New Year, I'll go visit your uncle and aunt."
Lu Jingshen said: "Well, it's getting late, you should go home early too."
"Brother and sister-in-law, goodbye." Lu Jingxin said goodbye to them and went home happily. He received such a large salary, and this was his first time receiving salary, so he was naturally excited.
Ai Xiaoxia and Lu Jingshen also said goodbye to Lu Jingxin. They were happy for him as they watched him leave happily.
The two got in the car. Having a car is indeed convenient.
Instead of going home, they went to see Li Wensong and asked him if he could leave early so that they could send him home directly.
Li Wensong said that since others had not left early, he would also work until the end. When the time comes, he can just take a bus. The bus will go directly to their village, which is very convenient.
Ai Xiaoxia and Lu Jingshen also felt that Li Wensong had a good work attitude, so they didn't force him and told him to call if he had anything to do. Then they went to Lin Jianye again.
Seeing that it was getting late, the two of them decided to go back to their hometown early tomorrow morning. So they were not in a hurry to leave today. They had dinner at her mother's house and chatted with their parents. They didn't go home until after eight o'clock in the evening.
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