CHAPTER 65: CHAPTER 65: THREAT

It is precisely because Zhou Tian has a deep affection for wolf dogs that he is filled with gratitude towards Beisitian, the person who saved the wolf dogs time and again, even though she is from Kao Village.

His former partner has already passed away, and now these wolf dogs are the descendants of that batch of wolf dogs, they are as close to him as family.

Moreover, his wolf dogs would never be close to any humans other than him, and now Beisitian has become an exception.

If the wolf dogs are willing to be close to Beisitian, she must be good.

After sitting at Zhou Tian’s place for a while, Beisitian was still planning to collect some herbs to take back.

No one is more familiar with these mountains than Zhou Tian; he took Beisitian for a walk and they collected quite a few good medicinal herbs.

"Xiao Bei, bring me some cornmeal next time; here, take this is a food coupon," Zhou Tian said with a smile.

It was said that food coupons were more valuable than money at that time, having the same utility as currency in circulation.

Beisitian accepted with a smile, "Sure, next time I’ll also bring Uncle Zhou some white flour buns."

Zhou Tian quickly waved his hand, "Forget the white flour buns, those things are too expensive. These food coupons were all picked up from people who went into the mountains, barely enough for a few meals."

Zhou Tian did not say explicitly that those picked from people entering the mountains were likely from those who passed away. He was afraid to scare the little girl, not knowing that Beisitian had seen more dead people than he had.

After collecting quite a few herbs, Beisitian took the little wolf dog Zhuangzhuang home.

Since Beisitian was deliberately looking, quite a few herbs collected this time are beneficial for the eyes, greatly aiding the treatment of Mrs. Qin’s eyes.

However, these are ultimately auxiliary; the main medicinal herb remains black goji!

Black goji has an excellent effect on the eyes; if combined with the Xuan Talisman, it can shorten the treatment time so Mrs. Qin can soon see things.

Upon returning home, the cloth on Mrs. Qin’s eyes had not been removed. She took off the cloth and removed the gauze soaked in talismanic water that had lost its effectiveness.

This was obtained from Yang Wulang, and since not much was needed, Yang Wulang did not charge any money. This thing can be reused, and Beisitian naturally would not throw it away.

This talismanic water is used externally to promote blood circulation. There is another type used externally to stimulate the nerves around the eyes.

Since Mrs. Qin’s eyes have been blind for a long time, without these preparatory basics, even with the Xuan Talisman, the effect is limited.

Due to the matters concerning Luo Anping, Beisitian had not been to the town recently. Tomorrow she intends to make a trip to sell her embroidery work.

Deciding this, Beisitian went to bed early.

Early the next morning, she got up as usual and walked to the town.

In town, Beisitian had a bowl of wonton and a bun before heading to Bao Niang Embroidery Workshop.

Chun Ni saw Beisitian and quickly came out to greet her, "Sis, you’re finally here. If you had not come, our boss would have been desperate."

Beisitian gave her a disgruntled look; is this how you talk about your boss?

"Chun Ni!" Zhang Baoli emerged from inside and glared at Chun Ni, "One day your mouth will get you into trouble; those who know you know your straightforward nature; those who don’t might think you’re doing it on purpose!"

"Haha, it’s just that I’m too familiar with Sister Bao Li!" Chun Ni giggled and said.

Zhang Baoli rolled her eyes at her and looked at Beisitian, "Little Tian’er, why did you come only now? See, it’s not been long, and you’ve gained some weight on your face; your face looks fairer, too. Looking closely, our Little Tian’er is actually quite good-looking, just a bit too thin!"

Zhang Baoli was not lying; Beisitian was originally good-looking, but lacked food and clothing in the past, which was unnoticeable. After a few months of care, she had gained some weight on her face and body, altering her appearance.

Arriving at Zhang Baoli’s embroidery room, Beisitian took out her embroidery work and sold it for over eighty bucks.

After chatting with Zhang Baoli for a while, Beisitian was ready to leave.

At this moment, Zhang Baoli called out to Beisitian and said, "Sis, actually you can do a larger embroidery piece that will bring more money; there’s an embroidery exhibit before the New Year in Shanghai. If you prepare well, your embroidery pieces will definitely make it to the exhibit! It wouldn’t just be about making money; it would be fame and fortune!"

What Zhang Baoli said was quite moving, but Beisitian was not tempted; she did not intend to waste time on this. Embroidery was merely a means for her to earn money in the initial stages.

Moreover, once the time is ripe, she does not plan on continuing with embroidery.

With her rich background and experience, Beisitian usually does not make any absolute statements but says she will decide based on the time.

Zhang Baoli could not force her and could only send a bucketful of good words her way, hoping she would be swayed.

Leaving Bao Niang Embroidery Workshop, Beisitian planned to walk around Jishi Pharmacy; she wrote a few big characters yesterday but was unsure of the local ways here. Zhou Jiren seems well-traveled and knowledgeable, just the right person to ask.

Upon exiting Bao Niang Embroidery Workshop and turning a corner, a woman walked towards her, someone she had seen before.

"Is it Miss Bei?" The woman approached Beisitian with a smile.

This woman was wearing bell-bottom pants, a leather jacket on top, and her hair was curled, though regrettably her waist was bulging with several rolls, appearing somewhat plump.

"Yes," Beisitian replied.

"I am Zhang Baoxia, the owner of the Bao Niang Embroidery Workshop in Anma Town," the woman stretched out her hand with a touch of pride.

Beisitian looked at her extended hand, somewhat puzzled, what’s the meaning of this?

Seeing Beisitian’s expression, Zhang Baoxia felt somewhat disdainful; after all, she’s a country bumpkin from the mountains, doesn’t even know how to shake hands!

Zhang Baoxia withdrew her hand, enlarging the arc of her red lips, "It’s like this: We sincerely invite Miss Bei to become a resident embroidery woman at our embroidery workshop, providing three meals a day with a monthly salary of one hundred and fifty yuan. Besides the salary, if the embroidery sells well, there are commissions."

Zhang Baoxia was quite confident; such conditions were matched only by big cities. If Anma Town offers such terms, who wouldn’t be tempted?

Beisitian raised her brows; so she was here to poach!

"Are you poaching from your own family? Does your family know about this?" Beisitian asked with a smile.

Zhang Baoxia’s smile stalled and she replied, "I’m only doing this for Miss Bei’s benefit. Qingshan Town is merely a small town, while Anma Town is a large town with a population of ten thousand. Once the State nominates a City, Anma Town will definitely be included. When Anma Town becomes Anma City, Miss Bei will be a girl working in the City!"

A girl working in the City; this title isn’t just appealing to hear, but also has substantial value for a girl in finding a good family in the future.

Beisitian smiled and shook her head, "I don’t plan to leave this place at the moment. If there’s a chance in the future, I will visit Anma Town."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Baoxia’s face turned stern. Does this mean she rejected the offer?

"Miss Bei, you have to think carefully, once this opportunity is missed, it won’t come again. If you don’t accept our embroidery workshop’s offer, no other place will dare to employ you in future."

Beisitian laughed; is this a threat?