Zhang Shaowen's eyes sparkled with tiny lights, while Qian Yulan turned her back and dabbed at the corner of her eye with her sleeve.
Even Zhang Dajiang's wife, Wang Chunmei, was deeply moved.
She was genuinely happy that her nephew was successful, even though her own son didn't have that kind of luck.
My father-in-law often says that family members should not be jealous or fight each other; only by supporting each other can we go far.
When someone in the family becomes successful, it's a joyous occasion for the whole family, and they all feel honored to be a part of it.
Madam Feng held Cheng Yue's hand and said, "Cheng Yue, thank you so much. Shaowen is inexperienced and has only been studying for two months. If he does anything wrong, just tell him what you want. Don't worry about anyone else!"
Since Sun Tzu said he could keep his word, they believed him. They weren't afraid he couldn't do it, but they were afraid he wouldn't do it well.
After all, being able to calculate things yourself is different from actually collecting money in a shop.
If Cheng Yue is concerned about her husband's reputation, it wouldn't be acceptable for Shaowen to do something wrong without being able to say anything.
Not only is her own grandson unable to grow up, but she is also causing trouble for Cheng Yue.
Sensing that Zhang Shaowen had found a job, the family was both nervous and excited. Cheng Yue could only jokingly say:
"Uncle Village Head, Aunt Feng, and my two brothers and sisters-in-law, don't worry. I've only hired a laborer, not an ancestor."
No matter who comes, they are treated the same.
"Good work will be rewarded, bad work will be punished. Just don't secretly feel sorry for Shaowen because he's working so hard, or complain about me!"
She's fair and just when it comes to rewards and punishments.
Qian Yulan laughed and said "Hey!" in a straightforward manner, "Sister Cheng Yue, what are you talking about!"
If you're strict with him and willing to teach him, we'll be grateful, not complain. We would never do such a thing!
How could they not understand this principle? It's good to have high standards; if you ignore them, then everything is doomed!
"Yes, yes, yes! It's good to be strict. You can manage it however you want! We absolutely won't say a word!"
Zhang Dashan chimed in, jokingly saying that such a good thing had finally come to his son's doorstep, and he couldn't possibly be a stumbling block for him.
Chen An is his good brother, and his character is beyond question. He also knows Cheng Yue's character now. He can trust them completely!
The village head nodded with satisfaction, then looked at Cheng Yue and smiled, "The child's parents have spoken, so we grandparents won't say anything more. Just discipline him well. I'm at ease with the child living with you!"
Seeing everyone nodding vigorously, Cheng Yue smiled and prepared to get down to business: "Okay, this is settled, let's talk about wages."
"Since I'm not familiar with the work at the beginning, my salary will be set at 300 coins per month. Once I can handle it independently, the salary will increase to 600 coins per month. Further increases will depend on the specific tasks."
Even though it's a small shop, there's still room for growth.
When things get busy and she can't handle it all, she might have to hand over even the kitchen duties.
It's hard to say what their three children will do in the future, and whether they can stay in the shop is also unknown.
If Zhang Shaowen is truly suitable and reliable, things will likely only get busier, and a pay raise is just a matter of time.
Zhang Shaowen's breath hitched upon hearing this. "How can you get paid right away? I remember Chen Shu saying that we wouldn't get paid until six months later..."
Chen Ping has two sons. Chen Gen is studying, while Chen Shu was assigned by Chen Ping to work as a shop assistant in his shop.
Zhang Shaowen remembered Zhang Shu showing off to him, saying that he had received his wages in just half a year, and laughing at him for saying that even if he was the village head's grandson, so what?
When Cheng Yue mentioned working as a shop assistant, he didn't even think about the wages, let alone the fact that he could get three hundred coins right from the start.
The village head frowned and said, "They all started as apprentices, so it's really inappropriate for them to be paid wages."
"Yes, it's too early to talk about wages now. Let him try it out for a few days first, and then we can talk about wages if you think it's acceptable."
Everyone looked disapproving. Even if they didn't understand, they had at least heard of the rules for working in a shop.
It takes at least six months to get paid, and many people who ask for more go two years without any money.
Cheng Yue didn't want to dwell on this issue and said, "Shaowen's job isn't just accounting; he has other things to do. He's not just sitting around doing nothing. There's no reason for him not to get paid."
You don't need to say more about this; I'm not going to let myself suffer a loss.
Besides doing the accounting, she also had to tidy up the shop, deal with the chickens and ducks, and there was still a lot to do. Others are other people, but she would never let someone work for free without paying them.
Since Cheng Yue had already said so much, they stopped talking. It was their shop, and they were in charge of making their own decisions. If they refused too much, it would only seem pretentious.
Once the matter was settled, Cheng Yue went straight home. Zhao Xiangxiu and her daughter's wages would be settled soon.
Congratulations, brother!
"Big brother is amazing! Now we'll be able to make money!"
"Big brother, don't worry about the chores around the house, we'll take care of them. You just need to do your job well!"
As soon as Cheng Yue left, the children in the yard started chattering and congratulating Zhang Shaowen.
The adults were talking about serious matters, and they just sat quietly to the side, not daring to say much, but they could no longer hide their joy.
Zhang Shaowen, who had just calmed down, was excited again by his younger siblings' calls. He said happily, "Okay, when I earn my wages, I'll buy hair ornaments for Taohong and Xinghong, and meat for Shaofei and Shaochuan!"
"Big brother is the best!" The four children jumped up with joy when they heard that they would get hair ornaments and meat to eat.
Wang Chunmei pretended to slap her two children and scolded them, "Eat, eat, eat! Your older brother hasn't even received his pay yet, and you're already eyeing it. How can you be so insensible!"
Zhang Shaowen stopped her, then smiled and said, "When we get paid, Shaowen will also buy a hair accessory for Second Aunt."
"Oh dear, how old is Second Aunt? Wearing a hair flower in her hair, she'll be laughed at as an old hag if she goes out!"
Wang Chunmei said this, but she was overjoyed inside.
She really did a good job spoiling this nephew; he's even more sensible and filial than her own son.
Qian Yulan laughed for a while, then calmed down and instructed, "Shaowen, your Aunt Cheng Yue has given you this opportunity, so you must cherish it, study hard and do your job well, and don't be lazy!"
Zhang Dashan and Zhang Dajiang nodded frantically to each other.
Zhang Shaowen nodded solemnly, "Father, Mother, I know. Grandpa, Grandma, Second Uncle, Second Aunt, don't worry, I will definitely do my job well and not bring shame to myself or my family!"
The village head shook his head slightly and said seriously, "We are all secondary. What's important is your own path. You need to know how to walk it well."
"Yes, sir, I know!"
He dropped out of school when he was young, which was already a wrong turn in his life. Now that he has finally gotten this opportunity, he will definitely not give it up easily.
He forged his own path and now knows what he can and cannot do.
This time, he will not go astray and will not let himself down!
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