Chapter 256: 096: Unexpected Surprise, Investigating Sun Dalian’s Past y
The living conditions of Goudan’s family were average in the village, with five earthen houses and the living room located in the middle.
It was dinner time, and the whole family was gathered in the living room. Seeing Ni Yang come over, Goudan’s grandparents warmly stood up, “Yangyang is here, come sit, come sit, old man, hurry and fetch some candy from the room.”
The elderly often stash away some treats.
Goudan’s grandpa immediately went to get some candy.
If it were anyone else, they wouldn’t be willing to give away their candies, but Ni Yang was different.
Ni Yang was their little lucky star in the village!
Ni Yang sat down, “Uncles and aunties, grandparents, you don’t have to be so polite, I just came to talk about something.”
Goudan’s father brought over a new set of bowls and chopsticks, “Talk after you eat, talk after you eat. Nothing is more important than eating.”
Han Xiaoqin picked up an extra pair of chopsticks and gave Ni Yang a piece of meat, “Yangyang, have some meat. It might not be as good as what you make, don’t mind it!”
In this era, meat was something people couldn’t afford to buy at two yuan per pound. Goudan’s family had many children, making their living circumstances even harder. They barely had meat to eat throughout the year.
They only dared to buy some meat this time because Goudan’s dad had worked for half a month at Ni Yang’s shop and earned 120 yuan, so they purchased some meat for everyone to enjoy on this snowy day.
Goudan’s family was extremely warm and hospitable, so Ni Yang picked up her chopsticks and ate a piece of meat, which was just common courtesy. If she didn’t eat at all, wouldn’t it be a waste of their kind intentions?
The meat was very delicious; it melted in the mouth and was not greasy at ah. “Auntie Han, your cooking skills are very good!”
Having received Ni Yang’s praise, Han Xiaoqin couldn’t stop smiling.
Goudan’s grandpa handed a bunch of candies to Ni Yang.
Ni Yang quickly took them with both hands, “Thankyou, grandpa.” Goudan’s grandpa laughed heartily and said, “Don’t be shy with grandpa.” Ni Yang continued, “Auntie Han, I came here to discuss something with you.” Han Xiaoqin said, “Yangyang, just say what’s on your mind. Don’t be so polite with auntie. As long as it is something that auntie can do, I will definitely help you.”
Ni Yang smiled and proceeded to invite Han Xiaoqin to work at the Milk Tea Shop, “The salary is the same as Auntie Zhou and Aunt Jinfang, 60 yuan a month, if you think that’ s suitable, you can start work the day after tomorrow.” Upon hearing this, Goudan’s grandparents both stood up in excitement.
60 yuan a month!
Even a steady job in the city wouldn’t have such a high salary!
Han Xiaoqin excitedly said, “Perfect! It’s just perfect! Yangyang, auntie doesn’t know how to thank you!”
Ni Yang said, “You don’t have to be like this. It’s the same no matter who I hire. So it’s settled then, auntie. I need to go to Xiaohua’s house next to discuss this matter with Xiaohua’s mom.”
Goudan’s grandparents as well as his parents all escorted Ni Yang out of their home together.
Watching Ni Yang walk away, Goudan’s grandma sighed, “Yangyang is such a thoughtful girl! All of you children should learn from Yangyang, even when you become successful in the future, you must never forget this kindness!”
The children all nodded their heads.
If it were any other day, they’d definitely be unwilling to listen.
But they had no choice but to listen today.
After all, it was Ni Yang they were talking about.
In all of Jinghua Village, where could you find another person like Ni Yang?
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