Siheyuan: I am a trader in both worlds!

Chapter 391 It's all set up!

And then, it just happened.

Thanks to Bai Ling and the others' special arrangement, Ximen Lang ended up in the same queue as the other members of the courtyard who hadn't appeared in a long time.

This was truly something that Ximen Lang found very novel.

I couldn't help but start to sigh silently in my heart.
"If these familiar faces weren't right in front of me, I would have almost forgotten that I'm in the world of courtyard houses."

It was a very relaxed and pleasant time. Ximen Lang was quickly welcomed by everyone in the courtyard and started chatting with them.

What to talk about?
Of course, it's the salary that will be paid in my hands after chatting for a while.

Seeing that He Yuzhu was the happiest and most joyful among them, Ximen Lang jokingly remarked.

"Look at Zhu Zi's smile, he's practically creased his face with laughter. How much money did he get, that he's so happy? Anyone who didn't know better would think he'd become the richest man in our courtyard!"

This move naturally received the approval of the vast majority of people present.

Led by several older men, the crowd immediately started teasing He Yuzhu.

Unexpectedly, He Yuzhu became more and more excited as he was teased by everyone.

He couldn't suppress the smile on his face and started blowing at the top of his lungs.

Of course, he was more restrained in front of Ximen Lang.

Before showing off, he made a point of greeting Ximen Lang and Bai Ling.
"In front of the two of you, I am certainly nothing. Not to mention me, even the most respected elders in our compound, who are highly valued by the factory, are nothing."

"But apart from you two, when it comes to salary, I really don't respect anyone! Every single one of them has to rank behind me!"

"Hey, you think you're so great! You think you can get away with anything except Brother Lang and Sister Ling? Silly Zhu, how much do you even earn a month? How dare you talk like that?"

When one of the workers in the yard finally started talking about the specific amount of wages, it was as if He Yuzhu had been tickled.

He patted his chest and started to pretend.

"Exactly 37.5, no more, no less! What do you say?!" (Before the eighth-grade salary was released, the exact amount was indeed hard to find, but with Li Huaide's support, a higher amount was normal, allowing He Yuzhu to reach the pinnacle of his life ahead of schedule.)
"You took so much? But I remember you only ever took ten or so yuan before, why now?"

"Times have changed, don't you know? Do you even understand the saying 'a scholar should be looked at with new eyes after three days' separation'?"

"The past is the past. Now, my talent has been recognized by the higher-ups! First, I was promoted to a regular position, then to a higher rank, and now they've even made me a squad leader!"

"If I weren't so young, and I wasn't afraid I couldn't keep the senior chefs in charge and manage the situation, the position of deputy director of the cafeteria would be mine!"

Good heavens, if he keeps bragging like this, the position of deputy director of the cafeteria is about to become his!

Even without Li Huaide's appreciation so many years in advance, and Ximen Lang's high regard for him, the position of deputy director of the canteen would have been his sooner or later.

But is it appropriate for you to exaggerate so much now?

Seeing how much He Yuzhu could boast, even his good friend Jia Dongxu couldn't stand it anymore.

Of course, given Jia Dongxu's character in this novel, even if some parts are hard to read, they mostly serve as a reminder.

After all, with both of your superiors here, it's somewhat inappropriate for you to spout such reckless nonsense.

Therefore, seeing that He Yuzhu's blowing hadn't stopped yet.

Just like Bai Ling, who always had to nip Ximen Lang in the bud when he got carried away, so he wouldn't get carried away and keep going on and on.

Jia Dongxu quickly poured cold water on him.

"Zhu Zi, I admit your salary is better than your peers and higher than our younger brothers'. But to say that you look down on the older folks in our compound who can't even compare to you, aren't you getting a little arrogant?" "My master earns over 60 yuan a month, and the second uncle... well, even the eldest uncle these days earns over 50, almost 60! Aren't they all earning more than you? And you still look down on them?"

He Yuzhu certainly wouldn't approve!

It's not that I look down on the old men's character, but rather their wages.

But
"How old are they? How many years have they been working? How old am I? How many years have I been working?!"

"Brother Jia, I have to remind you, you have to look at things from all angles! Yes, my salary isn't as high as those two old men's right now."

"But look at the future! With our skills, a promotion and a raise are just a matter of time, and surpassing those old men is also just a matter of time. What's the rush?"

Actually, there is another very crucial point that He Yuzhu did not explicitly tell Jia Dongxu and the others.

That is, unlike his fellow workers who only receive a fixed salary, his line of work allows him to earn extra income!
Especially after hosting the grand banquet that Ximen Lang held in the courtyard some time ago, which made a name for themselves.

His business is really doing exceptionally well now!
The key point is that all the people who asked him to host their banquets were quite influential! (Ximen Lang's influence)

They were all very generous with their money!

This month alone, he earned nearly 20 yuan just by catering for banquets outside!
Add to that the small 40 yuan salary he'll be receiving, and his monthly income will be close to 60!

He's so young, yet he's already got so much money!

He Yuzhu was a man who couldn't keep a secret, so how could he not get cocky?
Even if He Yuzhu were stupid, he wouldn't be foolish enough to say these things in front of so many people.

Therefore, it is a great pity and a great regret.

He Yuzhu was both incredibly proud and incredibly upset.

He Yuzhu was so upset, and naturally everyone else was annoyed by him!
Especially Ximen Lang, who had been watching He Yuzhu show off for half a day.

I've spoken up. I'm always the one showing off in front of others. Who can outdo me in this aspect?!

And they still put on airs like this in front of me, acting all high and mighty!
Isn't this like waving a big sword in front of Guan Yu?!

Without giving He Yuzhu any leeway, Ximen Lang directly called out to Bai Ling, who was standing to the side.

"Ling'er, how much was my bonus this month?"

Then, Ximen Lang successfully annoyed Bai Ling again.

Saying it would be too low-class and wouldn't suit their status.

But if he didn't say it, Ximen Lang would lose face.

Helpless and with no other option, Bai Ling could only reluctantly agree.

"I don't know the exact amount, but it must be at least 50 yuan, right?"

Sure enough, as soon as he said that, Ximen Lang immediately put on an act.

"Listen to this, I got over 50 yuan in bonuses this month alone! With that little salary, you dare to act tough in front of me! You little punk, you really dare to show off!"

And then.
Before Ximen Lang could finish his act, Bai Ling, who couldn't stand his ridiculous behavior and felt it was too degrading, quickly changed the subject.

"Compared to you men, I'm actually more curious about the aunties in our compound. How much do you think they get paid this month?"

(End of this chapter)