Chapter 1285: Chapter 1286: The Little Widow of the Siheyuan 13

After Zhao Fu returned home, he kept his ear pressed against the wall that was adjacent to Zhao Gui’s house.

No matter how much he strained his ears, he just couldn’t hear any noise from the other side.

“What’s going on, why is it so quiet now?” Zhao Fu hoped that Zhao Gui’s family would continue their commotion so he could take advantage of the chaos.

While Zhang Yu was out washing dishes, she could see through Zhao Gui’s window that their family of three was sitting together.

Just a moment ago, they were having a huge fight, but now they can sit together peacefully, impressive.

Zhao Er Ma noticed Zhang Yu was washing dishes and quickly came out with the tableware she had placed aside, “Little Yu, have you finished eating?”

Zhang Yu responded with a hum, “Yes, I have.”

Zhao Er Ma looked around and saw neighbors coming over with bowls to wash dishes, “I heard you went to the machinery factory to handle things.”

Zhang Yu hummed again, “Yes, I went to the machinery factory to handle affairs.”

“This matter must have spread in the factory already.” Anyway, since it’s not a secret, Zhang Yu rinsed the tableware again and was about to go back.

Zhao Er Ma saw Zhang Yu’s actions, “Little Yu, why not exchange Zhao Jun’s job with my family?”

“Your Second Master Zhao will retire in a few years, and Xiao Lei can take over.” Just now, Second Master Zhao calculated for a long time, feeling it would be a loss.

Not to mention that Zhao Lin could start work now, becoming a formal worker at the machinery factory costs nothing.

As for Zhao Fu’s job, whether Zhao Lei gets it later is a matter for the future.

Exchanging jobs with Zhao Fu’s family? Zhang Yu sneered internally; only an idiot would swap jobs with them. “I don’t know.”

Zhang Yu looked surprised, “I just spoke to Director Yang, hoping to preserve Zhao Jun’s job; it was the secretary and the others who came up with this idea.”

If you have concerns, go talk to the secretary and others, “That’s why leaders are leaders, capable of coming up with such solutions.”

Zhang Yu kept praising the leaders, “Zhao Er Ma, you can try exchanging with someone else.”

“I believe my family isn’t the only one in this situation.” Zhang Yu suggested Zhao Er Ma could expand her search to find an opportunity.

Zhao Er Ma forced a smile; even if there were suitable candidates, she wasn’t keen on exchanging with them.

“People also want security.” Zhao Er Ma sighed helplessly.

Exactly, she understood people’s concerns, and Zhang Yu was also helpless, “They’ve already processed the employment paperwork.”

When Zhang Yu left the factory office, she overheard Chief Ge went to the labor department and completed the employment paperwork for his youngest son.

Even if he hadn’t processed the employment paperwork, Zhang Yu wouldn’t back out; that would be going against the leadership.

Actually, Zhao Er Ma just wanted Zhang Yu to go to the factory and say she’d changed her mind about exchanging jobs with Chief Ge.

“Little Yu, you practically watched Zhao Lin grow up, and he doesn’t have a job now. My heart aches.” Zhao Er Ma’s face showed pain.

“Take him around the street more.”

“If it doesn’t work out, let Second Master Zhao let Zhao Lin take over.” Zhang Yu finally gave a suggestion.

“You see, Zhao Qi already has a job, it’s only normal for Zhao Lin to take over.” Zhang Yu knew Zhao Gui didn’t want his younger son to take over; before the retirement age, there’s no pension.

This is something Zhao Gui is unwilling to accept; he doesn’t want to look at his children’s faces for sustenance.

“Your Second Master Zhao would have no income when he comes home.” Zhao Er Ma showed a bitter face.

“As parents, we have to worry about our children.” Zhang Yu expressed understanding, “Otherwise, why would I have worked at the junk station? It was to ensure Zhao Jun and I could leave our jobs for them.”

Zhang Yu regretted, “Er Ma, your previous job wasn’t given to your family. Now Zhao Lin could take over.”

After speaking, Zhang Yu took the basin and returned home, huffing. Who’s having an easy life? Why pretend to be pitiful in front of her?

Zhao Fu couldn’t hear the commotion from Zhao Gui’s side and wanted to see if his wife could persuade Zhang Yu.

Unexpectedly, no matter how pitiful his wife acted, Zhang Yu wouldn’t relent; this infuriated Zhao Fu.

Regarding his own job, Zhao Lin was naturally concerned and kept watching the courtyard, tempted by the idea of replacing Zhao Gui.

Zhao Lin also knew Zhao Fu wouldn’t let him take over as it would reduce income by dozens of yuan; how would they handle household expenses?

Zhao Qi was also anxious; he didn’t want Zhao Lin to take over because losing that income would make his future marriage uncertain.

Besides, their father wouldn’t have income, meaning as the eldest son, he’d have to take responsibility for supporting their parents, which he was unwilling to do.

Being the eldest son, the family house, Zhao Gui’s job, and even the entire family savings belonged to him.

Upon hearing Zhang Yu mention Zhao Er Ma gave away her job, Zhao Qi’s interest was piqued, “Yes, I think sister-in-law was right.”

“Clearly, my mom had a job. If she hadn’t given it to uncle back then, Xiao Lin would have a job now.”

“There’d be no need to look at my big uncle and aunt’s faces.” Zhao Qi sighed lightly.

Upon thinking, Zhao Lin agreed, “Dad, don’t just say aunt cared for her family.”

“Actually, mom was similar. Even though she had a job, she insisted on giving it to my uncle. If she hadn’t, I wouldn’t be worrying about work now.”

Zhao Lin got angrier thinking about it, “Dad, why didn’t you stop mom back then?”

Zhao Fu looked at his angry younger son and could only stay silent. He couldn’t possibly say they gave the job to his big brother-in-law because they were eyeing Zhao Gui’s job.

Thinking Zhao Gui only had a daughter, how could his job be passed to someone lesser?

Unexpectedly, Zhao Juan later found a job, and Zhao Fu figured Zhao Gui’s job would eventually go to their family.

Though he also knew, Zhao Gui would never retire early.

The more Zhao Lin thought about it, the angrier he got, thinking he should have a job. No, he couldn’t just let this go.

Previously, they let the job go; now this family also needs work, it’s only right to ask uncle to return it.

Yes, that’s it, Zhao Lin thought and rushed out the door.

Zhao Lin’s action startled Zhao Fu and Zhao Qi, “What happened to him?”

Zhao Qi had an idea, but he wouldn’t say it, “Maybe he wants to use the bathroom.”

Zhao Fu thought it could also be possible, “Seriously, already at this age, and still so rash.”

Zhao Er Ma, after washing the dishes, returned home angrily, “Honestly, Zhang Yu, this ill-fated woman, dared to play dumb.”

“Mom, of course she wouldn’t agree to exchange. The factory leaders said it, she must listen.”

“Besides, she works in the office, and Xiao Lei’s taking over is also for the office.”

“Our dad is a worker, do you want Zhao Lei to take over as a worker?” Zhao Qi further incited.

“And the matter is already settled. You know Zhang Yu’s personality, would she dare confront the leaders?”