These days, anything that can be done with money isn't a problem.
It's only 50 people. If our own village isn't enough, we can call people from the next village. They'll fight over them for 100 yuan. There's too much idle labor.
This isn't heavy physical work; any woman in the family could do it.
"Okay, I'll go find someone." Ye Guowei said, eager to leave.
"Brother, brother, calm down." Ye Cheng was speechless. His older brother had a habit of doing things alone, while modern society emphasizes teamwork.
"Brother, I'll call Xiaohu and the others over and assign tasks to everyone so that everyone has something to do, and we don't want things to get chaotic later."
"Huh? Division of labor? Then you do it. I can't figure out how to divide the work among so many people."
"Don't worry, it's only a few dozen people, the division of labor will be quick."
Ye Cheng basically already had a plan in mind; the number of people for company team building events in later years would be more than this.
Since his younger brother had said so, Ye Guowei was happy not to think too much and simply ran to call the person over.
The families of Xiao Hu, Duan, Yuan, Aunt Qian, as well as the eldest brother's family and Widow Zhang, crowded into Ye Cheng's room, all staring at him with wide eyes.
"Well, uncles and elders, my brother's clam farm is going to harvest tomorrow, so I've invited you all here to ask for your help. We'll all be here together tomorrow," Ye Cheng explained his purpose.
In fact, Ye Guowei had already explained it on the way, and everyone knew what they were there to do.
"Second brother, just tell us what we need to do. It's only right that we help each other out."
"That's right, we're all from the same village, so if you need anything, just say so."
The families were already close to Ye Cheng and shared common interests, so they naturally supported him.
Even a hero needs three helpers; when trouble comes, you still need your own people.
"Let me explain first. Tomorrow I need about 50 people to help harvest clams. Each person will receive 100 yuan, and three meals will be provided. Everyone needs to help me find people." Ye Cheng stated the terms.
Upon hearing that it would cost 100 yuan per person and include three meals, the group became somewhat unsettled. They looked at each other, unsure whether to refuse or accept.
“Well, second brother, we’re so familiar with each other now, the Duan family shouldn’t have to take it over,” Duan Chunsheng said.
“Yes, yes, Xiaohu has already benefited a lot from you, our family can’t accept him,” Xiaohu’s father chimed in.
Xiao Hu looked at his father speechlessly, thinking, "So, following my brother is just a way to get the better of me?"
Others wanted to speak, but Ye Cheng interrupted them.
"No need to say anything more, this is the price, everyone is equal, I won't give you any more, I can't let you work for free, but you have to help me call some people."
The Chen family won't call out yet.
Yes, Ye Cheng simply didn't want to be associated with the Chen family. Why should the Chen family earn his money?
Hearing that the Chen family didn't call out, Ye Guowei frowned.
“Acheng, if the Chen family doesn’t invite anyone, we might not be able to gather 50 people from the others.”
Ye Cheng wasn't worried about not having enough people, he continued.
"Brother, if we don't have enough people, we can call from the docks, or your coworkers can come too."
"Xiao Hu, call your second uncle too, let him earn some money as well."
"I don't need strong laborers, just someone who can do some work, and it's not a very tiring job."
Working a full day of beachcombing would be considered heavy physical labor in the city, but it's nothing special in the fishing village. It's something they do all the time, it's just that this time it takes a little longer.
Hearing Ye Cheng say this, Ye Guowei had no objection. If the dockworkers couldn't come on their own, their family members could come instead. It was a way for him to provide some benefits for the workers.
"Also, there's the matter of meals for over 50 people. Sister-in-law, Aunt Qian, Aunt Zhang, Little Tiger's Mom, Aunt Duan, and Aunt Yuan, the six of you will be in charge. You can order whatever you want for breakfast, and the standard for lunch and dinner is 20 yuan per person per meal. Is that alright?"
“20? That’s more than enough, Cheng,” Jiang Yunxiang said.
"That's right, it's over 20 pounds of meat, how can anyone finish it?"
"Manual laborers eat fatty meat; even if you buy lean meat, nobody wants to eat it."
The aunties offered their opinions, which did make some sense.
"Alright, you guys figure out the arrangements. Go buy meat and vegetables today, and also prepare pots, pans and other utensils. You can also prepare some wine; we can get it from Li the Cripple."
"Then there's the matter of the remaining group assignments." Ye Cheng looked at the other men.
"Tomorrow we'll split into 5 groups: Big Brother in one group, Little Tiger in one group, Uncle Duan in one group, Duan Yong in one group, and Yuan Jiansheng in one group. You'll each lead a group. Big Brother will go tonight and divide the mudflats into 5 areas. Then, at 5 a.m. tomorrow, we'll start working in our respective groups."
"OK!"
The leaf is composed of very fine and clear components, which is easy to understand upon hearing it.
That's basically it. There are still a few things Ye Cheng needs to do himself.
He checked the time; it was already 4 p.m. He had to hurry.
"Alright, everyone, let's get started. If you have any tricycles or strollers at home, please contribute them tomorrow."
After sending everyone away to get to work, Ye Cheng rode his motorcycle out.
He still needs to find someone.
Someone who guarantees him a minimum income.
......
The next morning, Chen Jinhai was still asleep when he sensed a commotion in the village. He got up and checked the time; it was not yet 5 a.m.
"Are you crazy? What are you doing so early? Is the whole village going out to sea?"
After he finished cursing, he went straight to sleep.
However, it was so noisy outside today that he couldn't sleep well. He got up a little after 6 a.m., grabbed a quick bite of breakfast, and went out for a stroll.
He wanted to see what was going on so early in the morning.
He followed the sound toward the sea and looked around when he reached the village entrance.
I was completely stunned!
Holy crap!
So many people?
Could something serious have happened in the village again?
He quickened his pace and arrived under the big tree, where several members of the Chen family were already standing and watching.
"What are they doing?" Chen Jinhai asked.
Chen Jinli glanced at him and said sourly,
"What are you doing? The Ye family's clams are ready to be sold. They've brought dozens of people to harvest them today."
"Judging by the size, there are quite a few clams."
After Chen Jinli finished speaking, Chen Jinhai's other cousin, Chen Jinfeng, added,
"They offer 100 yuan a day, plus meals, but they don't want the Chen family."
After saying that, Chen Jinfa looked at the seaside with a displeased expression, feeling extremely frustrated.
Upon hearing that they didn't want the Chen family's property, Chen Jinhai's face immediately darkened.
Ye Cheng did this on purpose.
They're all from the same village, but everyone else calls them that except for the Chen family. Isn't that just deliberately slapping the Chen family in the face?
Chen Jinshui was also there today. He was on better terms with Ye Cheng and didn't care much about money.
“Jin Hai, I’ve said it before, sometimes it’s better not to be a village chief, there’s really no need.”
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