Spring Breeze Twenty Years

Chapter 508 Is there a salary?

Xiao Wei said, "I'm planning to have them sell clothes and shoes in the city, and I brought them here to familiarize them with stocking the goods. I rented a few counters in the underground shopping mall in front of Beixi Station."

Xiao Hong said, "Mom, didn't you see? It was so crowded inside! People were packed in like sardines, and food was being sold like it was free."

Uncle Wang said, "That's fine. Selling clothes can make some money these days. Work hard, and when you've made some money, bring your parents here to enjoy life. You guys remember, things are different here than at home. Don't make decisions on your own; ask Xiaowei for advice. Got it?"

Xinghai and Liuliu quickly nodded: "Uncle, we'll definitely ask Xiaowei about everything, and we'll do whatever he says."

Aunt Wang asked, "Are counters easy to rent there? With it being this popular, is there still any space available?"

Xiaowei said, "Xiaohui found the people, it doesn't matter where we rent them. Four stalls cost 200,000 a year, we'll use three, and Brother Liu from Beixi Power will use one. By the way, Uncle, tomorrow Xiaohui will go write the check, you pay your money and have Xiaohong sign it, so it won't be difficult to explain later."

Xiao Hong said, "I don't need to pay the 200,000 yuan for this part of the mall, right?"

Xiao Wei said, "No need, I'll pay for this. I have enough in my savings account."

Aunt Wang looked at her daughter and asked, "Are you going to give your dad this money? How much money do you have right now? I didn't realize how quiet this girl was."

Xiao Hong chuckled a few times and said, "It's just a little bit of my secret stash. Mom, if you see anything you like, just tell your daughter."

Uncle Wang asked, "Where are Xinghai and Liuliu staying? At the guesthouse? Xiaowei, what's locked in that room?" He pointed to the room. Grandpa Liu's apartment had three bedrooms, and one of them was always locked.

Xiao Wei said, "There are some of Grandpa Liu's things inside. Originally, we thought we could leave one room for my Uncle Li and the others to stay in when they came over, so we've kept it locked up. Anyway, it's enough for us."

Xiao Hong turned her head and looked around, saying, "Mom, I would have forgotten there was another room if Dad hadn't mentioned it. We're used to living in two rooms."

Xiao Wei said, "Originally, this was someone else's house, so those things had to be put away. Now that it's fine, they can open it if they want. I guess Grandpa Liu can't keep those things anyway."

Xia Maosheng said, "Uncle, can I talk to you about something?"

Xia Maosheng scratched his head, a little embarrassed, and said, "Could you transfer me over here? I can just stay anywhere in your subordinate unit."

Uncle Wang paused for a moment, then asked, "You're coming to Fengtian? Does your aunt agree?"

Xiao Wei said, "Uncle, could you help me adjust things? It's not easy for him over there; it's a bit sensitive. Besides, a new company is about to be established here, and I'm planning to have Geng Hui come and work here. We can't just separate them, can we? And it'll be better for him to develop under you. Don't you need a few of your own people?"

Uncle Wang thought for a moment and nodded, saying, "Okay, if you want to transfer me, I'll go and talk to you. But this needs to be approved by the department."

Xiao Wei said, "Hmm, let's adjust it. Auntie, do you have an accounting certificate?"

Aunt Wang said, "Is there something else for me? Yes, I've been an accountant for half my life. What do I do?"

Xiao Wei said, "I need to register an accountant certificate to start a company, and then I need to do the accounting and stuff. Geng Hui said that I need to find someone familiar and reliable for this, so Xiao Hong offered you up. I really didn't know you used to be an accountant."

Aunt Wang said, "I've worked like this for most of my life, doing accounting all my life. Then the cooperative went under and underwent restructuring, so I left. I've had enough. Okay, I can still do some bookkeeping and stuff, is there a salary?"

Xia Maosheng said, "Yes. Not only do you get a salary, Auntie, you're like the emperor emeritus in the company, you can order everyone around as you please."

Aunt Wang laughed and said, "Well, wow, you're old and still able to be a leader! Haha. Xiao Hui, aren't you an accountant?"

Geng Hui said, "I failed the test once, so I'll take it again next year. I didn't really pay attention to this part before."

Aunt Wang said, "You still need to take the test; that stuff is useful. I'll help you with it for now, but you'll have to do it yourselves later. I'm getting old; I can't work for many more years. Xiao Hong should also take the test tomorrow, and get her driver's license too. It's good for young people to learn more things so they don't have to search for them everywhere when they need them."

Uncle Wang checked the time and said, "Alright, everyone go and get some rest. Don't tire Xiao Hui out. We can talk about it tomorrow. Xia, get me a copy of your resume tomorrow."

Several people agreed and stood up. Aunt Wang said, "Xiaowei, when are you going back to Longcheng? If you're free, hurry back. As soon as you come back, Xiaohong is like a wild goose, looking at her schoolwork, she's asking for leave every day. Go back to class tomorrow and wait until the holidays to go crazy."

Xiao Wei smiled and glanced at Xiao Hong, saying, "I'll go back tomorrow. There's a lot going on there too."

Xiao Hong made a face at Aunt Wang, and Aunt Wang slapped her on the face.

Xiao Wei said, "I'll go with them. I have something to discuss with Xinghai and Liu Liu. You guys go to sleep first." He, Xia Maosheng, Geng Hui, Xinghai, and Liu Liu went downstairs, and the group headed towards the power company's guesthouse. Xinghai looked up at the towering power company building and exclaimed, "This building is so tall! My goodness, it can't collapse!"

Xiao Wei looked up and said, "The TV tower is even taller than this. You'll get used to it and won't be surprised. You guys have to learn to adapt."

Xia Maosheng said, "Yes, you have to learn to hide it. Even if you're surprised and don't understand, it's best not to show it in front of outsiders."

Xiao Wei laughed and said, "Yes, Lao Xia's words are the most valuable. Let me tell you, when I first came out, I was just like you. Everything was new and exciting to me. I would put my hands in my pockets and pinch myself hard, afraid that others would notice. But after being out there for a long time and seeing everything, I got used to it. It's just a process, and you'll get used to it gradually. It's the same for you. You'll be staying here for a long time in the future, so it's not a big deal."

Xia Maosheng looked at Xiao Wei and said, "Really? I've never seen anything that surprises or intrigues you since we met. It's all an act, isn't it?" The group burst into laughter.

Upon arriving at the guesthouse, Xia Maosheng led Xinghai and Liuliu to the front desk to register and get the keys. The receptionist said, "The director just called and said he'd arrange offices for you, right?"

Xia Maosheng nodded and said, "Yes, we need several offices. You guys are quite efficient."

The waiter smiled but didn't say anything, thinking to himself, "You're related to the bureau chief, do you think you can be anything but efficient?"

He looked down at the register, then took out a thick book from below and flipped through it a few times. He said, "There are three rooms at the very back on the second floor that used to be temporary posts for our subordinate units. They haven't been restored since we left. Go up and see if they're okay. If they are, use these three rooms. Then I'll just give you the adjacent rooms to stay in."

A few people went upstairs to check out the rooms the waiter had mentioned. The power company was indeed wealthy. Even a temporary outpost of a subordinate unit was fully equipped with desks, sofas, chairs, and filing cabinets, all brand new. They probably moved out after a short time and just left their things there. Back then, government units were incredibly luxurious.

(End of this chapter)