Chapter 21: Confirming the Work
Shen Jintao noticed that the leaders seemed to be secretly following this man, and immediately showed her big white teeth and smiled very brightly, "I don't have a job yet, leader. Although I also hope to shine for the country and the people, isn't this a lack of opportunities?"
Hu Chengdong was amused by Shen Jintao's words, and was also dazzled by this smile.
"With your skills, it would be a shame if you couldn't work in a state-owned restaurant. I wonder if you have any idea of working in the city. If you have this idea, I can introduce you to someone."
As the deputy mayor, he only needs to say hello to secure the job, let alone an introduction. Sometimes, when one is in a high position, there are many things that he does not need to do personally.
The development in the city is definitely better than in the town, but Chen Jintao has no intention of going to the city. After all, she knows very well that she will not stay here for too long.
Perhaps Huo Beichuan will come to pick her up soon.
The job was going to be transferred, so of course she had to consider the situations of other people, and the town was the most suitable one.
"Thank you, but I still hope to stay here. My husband has returned to the army, and I can better take care of my parents and younger brothers and sisters if I stay here."
Shen Jintao didn't feel guilty at all when she said this. You know, she had the most leisurely life in the Huo family.
"Are you married?" Hu Chengdong felt his heart tighten and couldn't help asking.
"Yes, my husband is a member of the People's Liberation Army, but he is not at home now, so I want to find a job close to home."
Hu Chengdong nodded to show that he could understand, and he felt an indescribable discomfort in his heart.
Sister Zhang spoke at the right time. She patted Shen Jintao on the shoulder and said, "Xiao Shen, your craftsmanship can be said to be recognized by everyone. If you don't mind, come and work here. How about becoming a full-time chef?"
Of course Chen Jintao was willing. She came here for this reason in the first place. "Okay! Then let's talk about the benefits in detail?"
Sister Zhang was stunned for a moment, then she started laughing. It was the first time she met such a straightforward young man. However, Shen Jintao's behavior did not make people feel disgusted at all, but rather made them feel very comfortable.
"Okay, I'll talk to you about it later."
Hu Chengdong and his group did not stay for too long and left, and Shen Jintao's work was also settled.
When Luo Ya heard the news, it was like a bolt from the blue. "Sister Zhang, how can you give out a job quota like this? She..."
"Xiaoya, I always thought you were a very sensible child, but your behavior today is really disappointing."
Luo Ya was interrupted by Sister Zhang before she could finish her words.
"Sister Zhang...I..."
"You don't have to say anything. This matter has been set in stone. It is absolutely impossible for anyone to change it. Not to mention Mayor Hu, the director of our commune and the mayor all watched me decide on Xiao Shen. I know what you are thinking, but young people still have to take one step at a time. You should know in your heart whether you are qualified for the position of master chef. You are still young and have plenty of opportunities."
Luo Ya opened her mouth and wanted to say something, but she clearly saw the displeasure in Sister Zhang's eyes. Her heart skipped a beat, and she knew that her little thoughts had been seen through. She felt inexplicably ashamed and annoyed.
Chen Jintao didn't care about that. Since everything was settled, she would of course hurry home. "Sister Zhang, I might come to work a little later tomorrow, but I won't be late for lunch. You know I'm from the countryside, and I still have to get my household registration book here. There are still some things to deal with at home, so I'll go back first!"
"Okay, the chef's working hours here aren't that strict, so as long as it doesn't delay dinner time, that's fine!"
"OK!"
Chen Jintao rode her bicycle home happily.
It was already late and dark at this time. The road back to the countryside was very quiet, which made people feel a little scared.
However, Shen Jintao had not been riding for long when she saw Huo Dongsheng.
"Little brother!"
Shen Jintao quickly stopped the car, "Why are you here?"
"Sister-in-law!" The autumn night was still a little chilly. Huo Dongsheng wrapped himself in his coat and smiled innocently, "Since you haven't been back for so long, my parents are worried, so I came here to wait for you."
"Then there's no need to walk so far to wait!" Shen Jintao was a little touched. You know, it would take a lot of time to walk from the brigade to the fork in the road where Huo Dongsheng was waiting for her.
"It's okay!"
Huo Dongsheng smiled.
Chen Jintao had no choice but to get off the cart and walk with him.
Seeing this, Huo Dongsheng quickly said, "Sister-in-law, you ride the bike, I'll just follow you!"
Chen Jintao thought this little brother was really good, "Can you ride?"
Huo Dongsheng nodded.
"Do you dare to carry people?"
Huo Dongsheng nodded again.
"Okay, you come on the bike and take me back."
"good!"
When the two returned home, Shen Jintao realized that none of the Huo family members had slept yet. Even her sister-in-law, who had always disliked her, was still waiting. It was just that this girl had a somewhat sour expression on her face.
Fortunately, she didn't say anything unpleasant this time.
"Taozi, why did you come back so late?" Liu Guifen asked hurriedly.
"I encountered some problems, but it's a good thing. Haven't you eaten yet?"
Chen Jintao looked at the food on the table, which seemed to be untouched.
"Waiting for you. I've reheated the food twice!" Huo Nanxi said unhappily.
"Xiao Xi!" Huo Chenggong usually doesn't get angry with his daughter, but at this moment his tone was a little bad.
Huo Nanxi pursed her lips, but didn't dare to say anything else.
Chen Jintao didn't expect that they would deliberately wait for her to have dinner together, and she felt a little touched.
At least her husband's family didn't have any major problems and they really treated her as one of their own.
While eating, Shen Jintao told the Huo family what happened today, and then saw an interesting scene.
Huo's father and mother, as well as Huo Nanxi and Huo Dongsheng were all dumbfounded. They didn't know how to eat or talk. They just looked at Chen Jintao stupidly.
"What's wrong with you guys?"
Chen Jintao couldn't help but remind him.
Then Huo Nanxi exclaimed, "Is everything you said true? Chen Jintao, are you so amazing?"
Then, Liu Guifen beside her slapped her hard, "Call me sister-in-law, how many times do I have to tell you to do that?"
Huo Nanxi called out "Sister-in-law" awkwardly again.
Chen Jintao nodded under the eager gaze of her parents-in-law, "It's true. It can be considered a blind cat catching a dead mouse. If there is still a chef in the restaurant, it won't be my turn to make a fool of myself."
"What do you mean by making a fool of yourself? Your cooking skills are good, but I didn't expect you to be so lucky too. It's a state-owned restaurant, an institution that many city people are scrambling to get into!" Huo Chenggong couldn't help but admire his daughter-in-law.
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