Some people were also worried that their family could not repay the money they had borrowed over the years. The strong-willed old lady felt very uncomfortable and wanted to tell the villagers that her grandson had passed the exam and worked at the glass factory in town but just didn't want to go.
But who would believe empty words? So she kept waiting, waiting for An Jingzhi to sell his job and get the money back before going out to explain.
The money they had borrowed from each family had been received, and the money from the brigade had been repaid. If they hadn't sold their jobs, how would they have gotten so much money? Once the old lady said this, everyone else believed her, and no one doubted it.
So the hot topic in the village changed from saying that An Jingzhi had studied for so many years but it was useless to say that the An family was a particular family.
The hot topic is still his family, but the subject has changed.
"You still need to study harder. Look at how others have even gotten jobs in town."
"Jingzhi is the best student in our village, but he just quit this job. Isn't that a bit of a spendthrift?"
"It's not very good. There are so many people trying to get into town. He just wants to sell it. What a spendthrift."
"How much do you think he sold this job for? I think Old Lady Xu paid out over two hundred dollars in total."
"This is a lifelong, stable job. It should sell for at least five or six hundred, right?"
"Did his family really sell their job just to pay back the villagers? Why does it sound so unreal to me?"
"What else could it be? The An family is particular, and Xu Yanfen is strong-willed. She owed our village a lot of money for her grandson over the years. Now that Jingzhi has graduated, she has to find a way to pay it back quickly."
"It's fine for her to work here and pay back the money. No one in our village is pushing her. She has a good job, but she can sell it just like that. The more I think about it, the more regrettable it is."
"Why isn't anyone asking? Fifth Sister Zhang, haven't you been hinting at worrying about the An family being unable to pay back the money these days?"
"Where did I say that? I was just worried that his family was having a hard time with all the famine they've endured."
The expressions of the others were different. They had all lived in the village for most of their lives, so they knew each other well.
In fact, it was not just Zhang Wumei's family that was worried, other people were worried as well, but they didn't say it out loud for the sake of Xu Yanfen's face.
Although Xu Yanfen did not hold any position in the team, she had the merit of killing Japanese devils and the achievement of raising three sons at a young age, so even the team leader would give her some face.
Although the money has been received, the villagers still feel a little uncomfortable.
Jobs in the town are lifelong stable jobs. If a family can produce a worker, it is a matter of great honor. However, in order to pay off their debts, people simply sold their jobs. Everyone feels that their future is being delayed.
Although Xu Yanfen said nicely that she would go back if there was a job opportunity and that An Jingzhi's classmates could help notify her, how could a job opportunity be found so easily? And how could one be so lucky every time and get admitted?
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After returning home, Xu Yanfen's brows were full of joy and she walked steadily.
Seeing the old lady's expression, An Jingzhi roughly guessed what was going on.
He smiled and continued writing on his desk.
Before I knew it, it was time to cook.
"Grandma! Today, Grandma Zhang Wu stuffed two cucumbers into my mouth for no reason. I remember that I once took people to her yard to pick some green onions, and she chased me home and beat me up."
Xu Yanfen took a look and saw that An Shuming was indeed holding two cucumbers in his hand.
Zhang Wumei likes to gossip about others behind their backs, talking about the neighbors' private affairs and other people's private matters. Sometimes she has a sharp tongue. While she was gossiping about An Jingzhi's family, she was also complaining that studying was useless. But when Xu Yanfen asked her to borrow money, she lent it to her.
"Just take it if you give it to me."
"I didn't want it, but she insisted on putting it in my pocket." An Shuming frowned, looking reluctant.
Everyone in the team knew that Zhang Wumei was stingy, and An Shuming was unwilling to take her things.
"Grandma, Mrs. Fu gave me a bunch of vegetables today. I was walking on the road and passed by her house. She suddenly called me in and stuffed a bunch of vegetables into my hand." An Shulin also came back.
Everyone in the village grows some vegetables in their own private plots, and every household has some.
Members of the An family came back one after another. Second Uncle An and Third Uncle An had nothing in their hands, but the team leader had talked to them today. He inexplicably praised his family for their kindness and righteousness, and also looked regretful.
After hearing this, Xu Yanfen didn't know what had happened. What she said today had taken effect.
Although her grandson didn't want to go because he was tired, she couldn't say that outside. Wouldn't that ruin her grandson's reputation? So she had to change the explanation.
In this way, even if her grandson is unwilling to go to work in town, people in the team may still say something behind her back, saying that her family is stupid, but who would not praise her family for being kind and righteous in front of them?
He gained fame, paid back the money, and no one knew about his grandson's lazy nature. It was also beneficial to the accountant election, killing four birds with one stone.
"So that's what's going on." The An family was speechless after hearing this.
No wonder the villagers were so enthusiastic towards them today, and looked at them with pity and regret on their faces.
"I warn you not to go out and talk nonsense. The facts are just as I said, do you hear me?" Xu Yanfen stared at the whole family.
No one dared to object and nodded quickly. The family had a good reputation, and they were also part of the family and would benefit from it.
"Mom, you are really smart." Lu Yuying praised.
The old lady raised her chin proudly and said, "If I didn't have some consideration, how could I have raised so many children?"
Lu Yuying nodded in agreement. "Indeed, those years were so difficult, but you raised the children all by yourself and helped them get married and start their own families. There is not a single woman in our village who doesn't admire you. I want to learn from you."
"Yes, my family has also heard about you and they all admire you very much." Aunt An said.
A few people chatted with each other and made the old lady laugh.
"The election for our village accountant will begin the day after tomorrow. Get ready. I think this job will definitely fall on you."
"Take advantage of our good reputation, and everyone will vote for you no matter what."
An Jingzhi smiled and thanked her, "Grandma, once you take action, no one can outsmart you. This time, your grandson is benefiting from your kindness."
Xu Yanfen's plan did achieve great results.
On the day of the accountant election, most of the villagers voted for An Jingzhi.
Whether in terms of personal connections or ability, An Jingzhi's election as accountant is a foregone conclusion.
Taking the account book from the old accountant Zhao Laotou, An Jingzhi stood on the stage solemnly and thanked everyone.
"I am very grateful to my fellow villagers for trusting me and casting their precious votes for me. I will work hard in the future and live up to your trust."
The team leader took the lead in applauding, and the people below followed suit. The An family applauded the most enthusiastically.
From now on, their family will have someone with a say in the team.
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