Chapter 104 Don't Lie, I Can See It
Although cashmere scarves are expensive and everyone bought one, it wasn't to the point of losing money; it just meant there wasn't much money left.
But Xie Zhizhi didn't expect to make money by recognizing relatives; she just wanted to experience family affection on behalf of the original owner.
Perhaps... perhaps the original owner is still watching from heaven right now. She wants the original owner to see that there are actually many people in this world who love her. It's just... it's just that she was harmed by bad people. Otherwise, her life should have been full of joy, applause, and laughter.
Thinking about it, Xie Zhizhi smiled and said, "You two gave me such big red envelopes, how could I possibly spend my own money!"
Even without spending money, there wouldn't be much money left, something Wen Changxin and Wen Changle were aware of.
They gave such large red envelopes with the intention of subsidizing their niece and wanting her to live a comfortable life. If the money is then spent on themselves, leaving the child with very little, wouldn't it be the same as not giving anything at all?
"You've bought us all these things, what do you need for pocket money?" Wen Changxin said, trying to stuff the money into Xie Zhizhi's hand.
Xie Zhizhi realized that they were worried she wouldn't have enough money, so she quickly said, "Auntie, really, I have money." Seeing the disbelieving looks on her two aunts' faces, Xie Zhizhi added, "I have lots and lots of money."
After Xie Zhizhi finished speaking, it was clear that Wen Changxin and Wen Changle were even less convinced.
Wen Changxin said, "You child, you just got married, where did you get the money?"
They heard from their mother that their niece was having a hard time in that foster family, and a very hard time at that.
That man who supported his family was utterly despicable; he took all the bride price and his nephew-in-law's allowance, so how could he possibly have any money?
Xie Zhizhi said, "I earn money by selling things. I go out and set up a stall to do business, and I make several dozen yuan every day."
Speaking of this, Xie Zhizhi suddenly remembered something.
After she finished her work at the Jiangcheng Museum, Director Zeng gave her a number, saying it belonged to a museum in Beijing, and asked her to contact them because they had a lot of things that needed her repair.
Then... she was so busy trying to reconnect with her relatives that she hasn't thought to contact them yet.
When Wen Changle heard that she was in business, her eyes lit up. She leaned against her and said, "Wow, you can do business?"
Xie Zhizhi was a little embarrassed. "Not really, I just set up a stall to sell some small things."
Wen Changle disagreed, "No matter what you sell, if you can sell it and make money from it, that takes skill!"
“And it’s a great skill,” Wen Changle added.
Wen Changxin also said, "A black cat or a white cat, as long as it catches mice, it's a good cat."
Upon hearing that Xie Zhizhi was running her own business in Jiangcheng, Wen Changle sat down next to Xie Zhizhi and asked her what kind of things she sold, how long she worked each day, and whether it was hard work.
Xie Zhizhi felt it was alright, "I only sell for half a day in the morning, just some hair clips, rubber bands and the like."
"I came in such a hurry that I forgot to bring some with me. Next time I come to Beijing, I'll bring some to give to my aunt and my younger aunt."
Xie Zhizhi's words made Wen Changle happy, so she hugged her and kissed her several times. "Good child, good child, you are indeed your aunt's niece."
Xie Zhizhi is quite a grown woman, but she blushed when she was kissed.
Then Xie Zhizhi told them that she actually took on some extra income.
She learned filigree inlay from someone and can help repair some cultural relics. She had previously helped repair some at the Jiangcheng Museum, and the curator there even gave her the contact number of the director of the Beijing Municipal Administration of Cultural Heritage, saying that there were also things here that needed repair.
Wen Changxin and Wen Changle both gave a thumbs up after hearing this, "Jinci, you're amazing!"
“Yes, you grew up in such a difficult environment, yet you didn’t go astray and you’re still so capable…” Wen Changxin said, her eyes reddening. She reached out and hugged her, murmuring with heartache, “You child…you must have suffered so much.”
Nestled in Wen Changxin's warm embrace, Xie Zhizhi thought, "This is how a mother should react, isn't it?"
If the girl who was found wasn't very outstanding, it was because of her environment. They couldn't bear to be harsh on her and just wanted to give her many good things to make up for it.
If she has many other excellent qualities, then they will feel sorry for her, because it must have been so difficult for her to grow up like that in that kind of environment!
Unlike Xu Shanshan, who reacted as if the sky had fallen when she saw her return.
Xie Zhizhi recalled the first time she met Xu Shanshan, and how complex her eyes were. Did she recognize her from that moment?
But she didn't recognize her and instead hurriedly left Jiangcheng...
Wen Changxin and the others felt sorry for Xie Zhizhi's growth and were afraid that she would miss the opportunity to grow. So after calming down, Wen Changxin let go of Xie Zhizhi, patted her arm and said, "Why don't you call the director of the administration department now?"
"Never mind, your aunt and I will take you there ourselves!" Wen Changxin said, getting up to leave.
Xie Zhizhi pressed her hand down, "No need, Aunt, I can just make a phone call, no need to go to so much trouble."
Wen Changxin wanted to say it was no trouble, but Xie Zhizhi had already stood up. "Auntie, please sit down for a while. I'll be back in a bit."
Xie Zhizhi knew that if Wen Changxin and the others came forward, it would represent the Wen family's status.
Xie Zhizhi felt that such a trivial matter was unnecessary.
If she had the skills, she would take on this difficult task.
If she didn't have it, she wouldn't be misleading people.
Some things can be facilitated by connections and status, while others cannot.
Xie Zhizhi's call was answered quickly, "Hello, this is the Cultural Relics Administration Department!"
"Hello, is this Director Liu?"
"Who are you?"
"I was introduced by Director Zeng, and my surname is Xie!"
"Xiao Xie?"
"The one that does filigree inlay?"
"Yes, it's me."
"Hello, did Old Zeng tell you about the situation?"
“I’m from the Beijing Municipal Administration of Cultural Heritage. If you’re going to take this job, you’ll need someone to come to Beijing.”
"Yes, I'm in Beijing right now."
"Right now?"
Is it at the entrance of the cultural relics administration office?
"No, I'm in Beijing."
When would be a convenient time for you to come over?
I have time in the next two days.
"Okay, if you have time tomorrow, I'll wait for you at the entrance of the Cultural Relics Administration at nine o'clock in the morning."
"Okay, I'll be there on time!"
Xie Zhizhi had just hung up the phone when she noticed Wen Changxin and the others waiting at the door. They came in after she finished her call. "How did it go? What did they say?" Wen Changle asked.
Wen Changxin also asked with concern, "Yes, how so?"
"They asked me to meet them at the entrance of the cultural relics administration department at nine o'clock tomorrow morning," Xie Zhizhi said with a grin.
"Have your second brother take you there tomorrow. He knows Beijing very well," Wen Changle said.
“Yes, I’ll have your second brother drive you,” Wen Changxin said.
Wen Jinzhou sat on the porch in the front hall, holding the scarf Xie Zhizhi had given him, seemingly lost in thought.
He seemed to be saying very little today.
At noon, as he was about to deliver lunch to the hospital, Wen Changle couldn't help but ask him, "How is your mother? Is she still causing trouble for your father?"
Yesterday she slapped Wen Qianqian three times. Judging from Xu Shanshan's behavior, she's definitely going to make a scene. I just don't know if she's still making a scene now.
Wen Jinzhou remained silent for a moment, then opened his mouth...
Wen Changle immediately interrupted him, "Don't lie, I can tell."
Wen Jinzhou's face fell. "My mother left the hospital yesterday and didn't go home with Qianqian all night."
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