Reborn as a Tough Army Wife-Chapter 123 - 118: Trying to Stop

Fang Pingying saw him in such a hurry, she immediately reached out and pulled him, "Dad, wait a minute, there are some things I need to tell you."

"What is it?"

"Just like I mentioned earlier, the job Zhiyong found for Zhiming might not be too good. It seems that the living and dining conditions are quite tough." Fang Pingying still decided to first tell Luo Dashan about the drawbacks, to prevent them from getting overly excited too soon.

Upon hearing this, Luo Dashan hesitated, then asked, "How tough is it? There’s still food, right?"

"The food is probably about the same as what we have at home. There isn’t a private room to live in, he’d have to stay in a large dormitory with many other people." Fang Pingying repeated exactly what Luo Zhiyong had told her,

"However, the work isn’t too heavy; mainly organizing items, making sure nothing goes missing, and it requires someone responsible, not like Zhiming who disappears every two to three days."

On hearing this, Luo Dashan relaxed and smiled, unconcerned. "That’s nothing tough. Farming here in the countryside is even harder."

In Fang Pingying’s view, of course, this wasn’t considered tough. Just sitting and watching over things wouldn’t be deemed tough at any time, and especially not in these times with such a high salary. If she were a man, she’d be willing to do it.

However, the Luo family can be difficult to talk to, so Fang Pingying felt it was best to clarify things first.

She said, "Zhiyong asked me to make sure you and Zhiming understood clearly. If Zhiming is willing, he can go to the provincial city with me tomorrow. If not, he can stay at home, and next time if his brother finds a better job, we’ll send a telegram to let him know."

"This job is very good; 35 dollars a month, with food and accommodation covered. Where could we find a better job?" Luo Dashan, being a straightforward person, saw this as a very good opportunity. He stood up and walked toward the door,

"I’m going outside to call him back, have him pack his things, and he’ll go to the provincial city with you early tomorrow. It’s good for him to have someone with him on the journey, I won’t have to worry about you going alone."

Just as he was speaking, the door of Zhiming’s room opened.

Luo Zhiming looked like he and his wife had been napping in the room until just now. He yawned as he opened the door and asked Luo Dashan, "Dad, who’s going to the provincial city?"

"You’re at home, perfect." Luo Dashan, seeing him at home, quickly said, "Your sister-in-law called your elder brother today, and your elder brother said he found you a job in the provincial city. It pays 35 dollars a month. Quick, pack your clothes, and you’ll go with your sister-in-law to the provincial city tomorrow."

Luo Zhiyong was stunned, not quite grasping the situation.

But inside the house, Fang Xiu, hearing this, ran out exhilarated, grabbing Fang Pingying excitedly, "Big sister, is what Dad said true? The job older brother found for Zhiming pays 35 dollars a month?"

Seeing Fang Xiu so happy, Fang Pingying couldn’t help but smile, nodding and saying, "Yeah, that’s what your older brother said. We won’t know the specifics until Zhiming gets there."

"That’s so great, I’ve dreamed of a day like this." Fang Xiu joyfully jumped holding Fang Pingying’s hand.

But soon, she pouted and looked at Fang Pingying, "Right, big sister, didn’t I say I would go with you to make the call today? Why didn’t you call me to go with you?"

Fang Pingying said, "When I left in the morning, you were still sleeping. I had to rush with Hong Lan to sell things in town, so I didn’t call you."

"Big sister, you..."

Fang Xiu was about to say more, but Luo Zhiming interrupted her with a smile, "Why talk so much? Whether you go or not, it’s all the same. My elder brother has found me a job. Hurry and pack some things for me. I’m going to the provincial city with my sister-in-law tomorrow to earn money."

Then the two of them, laughing and frolicking like children, headed inside the house.

"By the way, Zhiming, I still have to tell you..." Fang Pingying called out to Luo Zhiming, recounting what Luo Zhiyong had told her, but she intentionally portrayed the situation worse than it was so that Luo Zhiming wouldn’t feel disappointed after getting there.

After hearing this, Luo Zhiming wasn’t as thrilled as he was at first, but because of the monthly salary of 35 dollars, he felt it could compensate for everything, and he was still quite happy. He even told everyone he met that he would be going to work in the provincial city tomorrow.

That evening, when Zhou Yunmei and the others came back and learned that Luo Zhiming could make 35 dollars a month, they were exceptionally happy.

The entire family was joyous, even more so than during the New Year’s festivities, making Fang Pingying regret mentioning the salary with such certainty. If something went wrong and they didn’t receive the salary, could Luo Zhiyong be blamed to death by the family?

However, when it was mentioned that Fang Pingying was also going to the army, Zhou Yunmei was not happy.

During dinner, she glanced at Fang Pingying with displeasure, "Pingying, isn’t it good enough to stay at home? Why go to the army?"

Fang Pingying lightly responded, "Nothing much, I just want to take a look around. I have never been to the provincial city before."

Zhou Yunmei pouted, "I haven’t been to the provincial city either. Should I go have a look too?"

"If you wish, then suit yourself," Fang Pingying glanced at her, her expression indifferent.

She was afraid that if she spoke too much, she might end up quarreling with Zhou Yunmei again. It wasn’t necessary just for today.

Perhaps because of the news Fang Pingying brought about Luo Zhiming finding a job, Zhou Yunmei was more patient towards Fang Pingying today.

She noticed Fang Pingying’s indifference, but instead of flaring up like usual, she tried to calmly persuade her not to go, "Pingying, what are you doing going there? Everything must be expensive in the provincial city, you’ll have to spend money on anything you buy, wouldn’t that just drag Zhiyong down?"

Fang Pingying slightly frowned, looked at Zhou Yunmei, and raised an eyebrow, "Mom, what are you saying? How am I dragging Zhiyong down? I neither interfere with his job nor with his affairs, and besides, Zhiyong has long been asking me to go, it’s just that I didn’t want to."

"So why all of a sudden do you want to go?" Zhou Yunmei still tried to stop her.

"No reason, I just want to go." Actually, Fang Pingying was puzzled why Zhou Yunmei was so adamant about stopping her from going. Since she didn’t like her, wouldn’t it be better if she left?

But soon, Zhou Yunmei explained her reason, "If you go, you still have to send back the same amount of money as before, otherwise when you come back for New Year’s, I will expect you to make up the difference."

Fang Pingying suddenly realized that this was Zhou Yunmei’s true motive. It was still about the money.

She couldn’t help admiring how fast Zhou Yunmei’s mind worked whenever money was involved. With just a little more effort, she had thought of so many things.

In her heart, Zhou Yunmei had indeed worked out a plan. She knew that if Fang Pingying went to the army, control over the money matters would be hers.

After all, if she was there, Luo Zhiyong’s salary would definitely be managed by her, so with Fang Pingying’s shrewd nature, the money would be clearly accounted before being sent back.(To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to recommend and vote for it on Qidian (qidian.com). Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please visit m.qidian.com to read.) ƒrēewebnoѵёl.cσm