So, in Ni Yang’s Noodle Restaurant and Milk Tea Shop, including other shops, there had never been a case of an employee resigning unless it was for an irresistible reason.
This was also a main reason for Ni Yang’s success.
She never acted like a blood-sucking capitalist.
Days passed by peacefully for two days.
On the third day, Wu Jinjin found Grandma Wu, "Mom, Wu Qiang’s mom came to see me yesterday."
Grandma Wu was shaking out new clothes she had bought for Wu Jinshu and her two grandsons, "What did she want?"
Wu Jinjin, speechless, said, "You did take three thousand yuan from her! What do you think she wants? Who takes money and doesn’t do anything?"
Only then did Grandma Wu remember that she had arranged a marriage for Wu Yanyun and had taken three thousand yuan from them.
"Right, if you didn’t mention it, I would have almost forgotten about this matter." She had been too happy these past few days.
Wu Jinjin continued, "Have you told my brother and sister-in-law about this?"
"Not yet." Grandma Wu shook her head.
Wu Jinjin became anxious, "Why haven’t you said anything? Wu Qiang’s mom is eager to meet!"
Only then did Grandma Wu realize the urgency, "Jinjin, how do you think I should tell them?"
Wu Jinjin said, "Just say it however! It needs to be said sooner or later, and it’s not a big deal. Wu Qiang’s family gave us so much stuff; my brother and sister-in-law might be thrilled!"
Grandma Wu nodded, "Yes, you are right. What did Wu Qiang’s mom say? When does she want to visit?"
Wu Jinjin continued, "The 18th of this month would be good."
The 18th of this month?
"There are only a few days left, today is already the 15th." Grandma Wu said.
Wu Jinjin smilingly said, "After all, Wu Qiang is also getting on in age, and his mom is anxious to have grandchildren; it’s normal for her to be a bit anxious."
Today, since the couple was not working, after Wu Jinjin left, Grandma Wu took out the new clothes she had bought for the two children and Wu Jinshu, "Jinshu, these are for you and the kids."
Wu Jinshu was surprised, "Mom, did you buy these for me?"
Yan Erju was even more puzzled. Where did Grandma Wu get so much private money from?
But as a daughter-in-law, it wasn’t appropriate for her to ask directly.
Seeing the new clothes, the two children were ecstatic.
Wu Jinshu continued, "Mom, did you really buy these? The fabric looks quite good; these must have cost a good amount of money, right?"
Grandma Wu didn’t directly answer Wu Jinshu’s question but instead said, "Try them on and see if they fit."
Wu Jinshu put the clothes on the table, "Mom, tell me honestly what’s going on with these clothes? Otherwise, I won’t try them on."
"I bought them with private money." Grandma Wu said.
Wu Jinshu sensed something was amiss, "These clothes must cost at least ten yuan. Where did you get so much private money?"
"You don’t need to worry about that." For a moment, Grandma Wu hadn’t figured out how to explain the situation to Wu Jinshu and Yan Erju.
"Mom, lately you’ve been buying meat and clothes. Tell me honestly, where is all this money coming from?" Wu Jinshu suddenly became serious.
Grandma Wu shivered inexplicably and stood up, "Come with me for a moment."
Wu Jinshu followed Grandma Wu’s steps.
Yan Erju watched the mother and son with a puzzled look, curiosity filling her eyes.
What could they not say in front of her, having to whisper secretly?
After so many years, her mother-in-law still treated her as an outsider!
They entered a room and closed the door.
Wu Jinshu’s eyelids twitched several times, sensing that something significant was about to happen, "Mom, what exactly has happened?"
Grandma Wu pulled Wu Jinshu to sit down, "Jinshu, sit first."
Wu Jinshu sat down somewhat nervously.
Grandma Wu didn’t immediately discuss the matter but began to wipe away tears, "Jinshu, life hasn’t been easy for mom. The year I turned 28, your dad passed away, and I’ve been a widow ever since. During the great famine, I ate tree bark and clay, barely managing to raise you and your sister, ..."
Wu Jinshu sighed, "Mom, I know it hasn’t been easy for you. Just tell me directly what has happened. As long as it’s not about committing murder or arson, your son can handle it."
Grandma Wu looked at Wu Jinshu, "Actually, this matter is a joyous occasion for our family."
"What joyous occasion?" Wu Jinshu asked.
Grandma Wu wiped her tears, "I should be happy to tell this; I shouldn’t be crying, but I just can’t control it. Our family has finally started living well; you must cherish it."