The wicked sister-in-law is in charge; meals include fish and shrimp.

Chapter 50 Looking for help

"Old Zhao, we really owe you a lot today! Otherwise, we would have been overwhelmed."

Wen Muchuan filled Old Zhao's glass with wine and thanked him sincerely.

This whole morning I helped them move things, wash dishes and chopsticks, and even offered to let them stay for dinner! In the end, they were the ones who had to do all this work for so long.

Old Zhao ate his wine and vegetables with great satisfaction. He had lived almost his entire life and had never seen anyone earn money so quickly. This second son's family was really generous. He thought that having some leftovers was enough, but he didn't expect them to have specially saved so many vegetables.

And this wine, you can tell it's not cheap just by tasting it.

He had only helped with some odd jobs for a morning, but they treated him to a good meal and drinks, which made him feel quite embarrassed.

"Brother, what are you saying? We're all from the same village, it's just a matter of lending a hand!"

He waved his hand dismissively. "I've lived almost my whole life. What kind of hard or dirty work haven't I done? This is nothing compared to what I've done."

As Wen Luozhi drank her plum juice, she thought about how it was definitely not good for her pregnant sister-in-law to come to town on such a hot day and have to work in the kitchen.

Even with only half a day of trial operation today, we didn't have enough to sell. Tomorrow, when we officially open, we'll need to prepare even more by the afternoon. Since the whole family can't come to town, we'll need to find someone to help us.

Wen Zi'an, who was shoveling rice into his mouth across from Wen Luozhi, suddenly looked up and grinned at her. "Eating tastes even better now that I'm done with my work today! My sister just made me something called 'smoothie,' and it's so refreshing."

It's so good to be home, and his sister is so wonderful!

He lowered his head and continued eating happily, while Wen Luozhi looked at him and suddenly thought of someone.

After everyone finished eating and sat down to rest, she moved next to Wen Zi'an, plopped down, and looked at him with a smile. "Fourth Brother, let's talk about something."

"What's up, little sister?" Wen Zi'an sat up straight and added, "What's there to discuss? I agree to anything you say."

Wen Luozhi chuckled, glanced at the somewhat drowsy Zhou Yun, and said to him, "It seems like business is pretty good at our shop right now; we've been incredibly busy all morning."

"Fourth Brother, should we ask Zhou Shen if he'd be willing to come and help us? We'll definitely get food, and his wages will be more than he earns at the docks."

It's good to keep the good stuff within the family. Zhou Shen is my fourth brother's good brother, so his character is naturally trustworthy. Besides, this way he can see his sister again, which is great.

That little girl just said she'd come to the shop again tomorrow. She helped a lot today, so she'll definitely pay everyone who helped today.

In this way, everyone earns money together and receives a reward for their efforts, making them happier and more sense of belonging while working.

Wen Zi'an suddenly stood up excitedly, glanced at Wen Luozhi excitedly, and then ran outside.

He's going to the docks right now to bring his good brother over. He'll definitely agree, and tomorrow they can work together again like they did at the docks!

Xie He was startled by his sudden action and stood up, shouting at his retreating figure, "Fourth Brother, are you crazy?! Where are you going in this blazing sun?!"

"It's alright, Mother. Fourth Brother went to find Xiaoyun's brother," Wen Luozhi said, pressing her down to sit. "We don't have enough staff at the shop. Sister-in-law can't stay here forever; we need to find two more people to help."

Xie He nodded in agreement. She herself couldn't stand cooking in the kitchen today, let alone her eldest daughter-in-law who was pregnant. She certainly couldn't bear to tire her out.

Old Zhao was just lucky to have come to help, so it seems that two more people wouldn't be too many.

She thought for a moment, racking her brains over the people she knew, and then said to Wen Luozhi, "Sweetie, your Aunt Wang is always at home, she's quick and efficient, and we get along well, so how about..."

Wen Luozhi smiled and nodded, taking her arm and saying, "Then Auntie can help get the food and wash the dishes, but we'll definitely be too busy to cook later. Mother, please think of someone else you can trust."

Xie He thought of Old Zhao's wife. When they had just broken off their marriage, she had sent them a big bag of brown rice. She had remembered this kindness all these years.

"Brother Zhao, if your wife isn't too busy at home, could you ask her if she'd be willing to come to town and help us? We're easy to work with, she'll definitely be well-treated, and meals will be provided as long as she's at the shop."

Old Zhao was stunned. His wife was worried every day in the house. Their child had just gotten married and the family's money was almost gone. The crops in the fields were not good and taxes were due, so they couldn't expect much. Now, their hopes were pinned on the potatoes they had planted a few days ago.

Upon hearing this wonderful news that he could earn money and have food to eat, he was so happy that he lost his bearings.

"She has time! Of course she'd be willing! She'd be willing to eat even if she didn't get paid!"

Old Zhao rubbed his hands together with joy, wishing his oxcart could grow wings and fly him home to tell his wife the good news.

Xie He scolded, "Brother, what are you saying! Wages are wages, and food is food. How can we mistreat our own people!"

"Yes, yes, yes, what you say is true, sister." Old Zhao felt his chest heat up. In just one morning, he could see that the shop would be a booming business in the future. If his family could work here, that would be a great thing.

This family is nice. I just thought they were having a hard time and decided to send them some food to help them out.

He wouldn't believe it if you said there wasn't a connection between that bag of brown rice and his feelings for the person he's with now.

Wen Luozhi took a lot of food that pregnant women could eat to Li Da's pork shop. When she heard that the shop was opening the next day, Su Erniang immediately reduced the price of her pre-order by half and refused to accept so much money from her.

Wen Luozhi felt somewhat helpless. Other business people would be eager to make more money, but she just felt a connection with this pretty auntie and gave her some gifts. This auntie treated her business like a game, offering to round down the price, give away freebies, or offer half-price discounts at will.

"Then Uncle Li and Aunt Li, come to our shop for lunch tomorrow, it'll be on me."

Anyway, her system has been upgraded now, and she can now redeem items that she couldn't redeem before, and there are many more varieties available.

She could use some to entertain guests, and they would definitely need to cooperate in the future.

"Come on, come on! We'll come even if we have to close the shop tomorrow!"

After taking a bite of the cool rice cake, Su Erniang felt less irritated by the heat. Tomorrow, she would go to the little girl's shop early. Even if she didn't do business, it would be fine; it would be good for her husband to take a break.

Anyway, their family doesn't need those few pennies; they're just there to pass the time.

After ordering what she needed, Wen Luozhi returned to the shop.

Wen Zi'an happened to return with Zhou Shen, and despite being covered in sweat, he boasted, "Little sister, there's no need to discuss it anymore. This kid says he doesn't need any wages!"

Wen Luozhi pulled her inside and turned back to Zhou Shen, saying, "Come on in, Xiaoyun is inside too."

The girl's almond-shaped eyes curved slightly, sparkling in the sunlight.

Zhou Shen scratched his head, looking a little embarrassed, and followed him into the house.