books44 Chapter 178 Keep a low profile
Chapter 178 Keep a low profile
Zhao Xiaojuan looked at Tingnan, "Yes, isn't it all calculated by the day? Those two, mother and daughter, helped for several days, and when I offered to pay them, they absolutely refused, saying it was just to help out in an emergency. Tingnan, do you have other ideas?"
"Auntie, we definitely have to pay them. We're making money, and we can't let them help us for nothing. As long as we do a good job, Yunshang will have orders all year round, especially during holidays when orders will increase."
But we have busy farming seasons here, and we also have to set up our stall on weekends, so we need Xingyue and her daughter's help even more. Aunt Gu also has things to do at home. I was thinking, how about piecework? Aunt Gu can take the flower baskets home to make them; she can do them whenever she has free time, as long as the quality is good. This way, it's convenient for everyone. What do you think?
Zhao Xiaojuan agreed, "That's a good idea. That way, Zhao Di won't feel embarrassed to accept the money."
“Yes, I agree. Friends should keep things clear about each other. Xiaojuan, take some food and two boxes of hand cream to Zhaodi’s house later. Tell her what Tingnan said. If she agrees, we can come to pick up the blueprints and materials tomorrow,” Qian Shuzhen said.
“Okay, Mom!” Zhao Xiaojuan agreed readily. This way, Zhaodi could earn money without going out, which was great! People, regardless of gender, have confidence when they can earn their own money, and her confidence came from her niece, Tingnan.
That evening, Zhao Xiaojuan came to Tingnan's room and gave him a very heartwarming gift: a 30-centimeter-long bamboo basket with double-layered lace trim, inside which lay a smiling puppy.
"Tingnan, take a look, do you like it?"
Ting Nan picked up the puppy and rubbed it against her face. It was so soft and warm! "Auntie, did you make this yourself? I love it so much! It's so cute! It's so warm!"
"Hehehe, I'm glad you like it. I was thinking that in winter, when you're riding in the car or going to class, you'll get cold, so I sewed a small bag out of thick cloth onto the puppy's belly and put the hot water bottle inside. It will last for several hours. You can also put this in your blanket before bed when you sleep alone at night." Zhao Xiaojuan was worried about Tingnan catching a cold, seeing her running back and forth between home and the county town. Although she knew that martial artists weren't afraid of the cold, she couldn't help but worry.
Ting Nan hugged Zhao Xiaojuan's arm, refusing to let go and basking in her scent; it was so heartwarming.
It took Ting Nan a while to let go. "Auntie, you're so clever! Do you know what? You've opened up another avenue for making money!"
"What? What are we doing this time? We haven't finished making the flower baskets yet!"
“This is it! The hot water doll!” Ting Nan held up her puppy. “Tomorrow, I’ll take the puppy to talk to my godfather and ask him to make it in his own factory. We’re sure to make a fortune this winter. You’ve come up with a great idea; let him give you a share of the profits.”
"Will this work?" Zhao Xiaojuan was surprised. Such a good thing? She was just thinking of giving a small gift.
"Absolutely, Auntie, you're going to make a fortune! I'll tell Uncle and Grandma."
So, late at night, the Song family was filled with laughter again. Qian Shuzhen told everyone to keep a low profile and not to make a fuss about it.
Everyone looked at Song Wanli. Song Wanli looked around, realized what was happening, and nodded hurriedly. He had been a bit arrogant lately, and liked to go out and "chat" whenever he had free time. Hehehe, what could he do when his family was doing so well? First, the fruit plates sold out, then the flower baskets were selling like hotcakes in the city, and then his younger brother and sister-in-law had some brilliant ideas. Hahaha... When things are going well, everything goes smoothly. Song Wanli even ignored Mingxiang's final report card.
However, Mom is right. Keep a low profile. There will always be some people who are envious and can't stand seeing others get rich. They can just stay in bed and be happy at night!
The next day, Ting Nan returned to the county town, took her dog, and went to the Little Sun Garment Factory to find Mu Xudong.
Zhao Yong and his sister are still here, trying to persuade Mu Xudong to give them half of the woolen coats that are being produced. If he doesn't agree, they'll stay in the factory and wait for the finished products to be ready so they can start grabbing them.
Zhao Juan spotted the puppy Ting Nan was holding and rushed over. "Ting Nan, is this your toy? Where in your county did you buy it? Take me there, I want one too! Let me hold it."