Opening a Tavern in the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 147: While Mother worked at Zuixianlou, Shitou focused on studying and getting a good reputa

Zuixianlou is bustling with people coming and going every day, and business is booming. The Yuyu family has decided to recruit workers, and this time they want to hire ten people.

A job recruitment notice was posted in front of Zuixianlou, attracting many people to watch.

The notice clearly stated: "We are hiring five male workers, with a monthly salary of 15 strings of cash. We will be responsible for lifting heavy objects. We are hiring five female workers, with a monthly salary of 12 strings of cash."

This salary is indeed a considerable income for ordinary people.

Sanniang was one of the onlookers. She was dressed simply and her family was poor, and she was the only one who managed the business.

She looked at the notice, a glimmer of hope in her eyes. She thought, if she could get a job at Zuixianlou, her family's life would be much better.

People around her were talking about it. Some complained that the wages were too low, and some thought that moving things was too tiring, but Sanniang was very determined.

Yu Yu's family's shampoo and perfume were all moved out of the space.

One of the important tasks of the workers recruited this time is to bottle these shampoos and perfumes.

Besides, Sanniang has a son named Shitou who wants to pass the imperial examination.

Shitou is smart and studious, but his family is poor and he often worries about the cost of his studies.

In order to let her son study with peace of mind, Sanniang was willing to endure any hardship, even having to live on wild vegetables, and she never thought of letting her son drop out of school.

When Sanniang learned that Zuixianlou was hiring, she hurried back home and told her neighbors about it.

After hearing this, the neighbor said, "Sanniang, this is a good opportunity, you must seize it."

Sanniang nodded, her eyes full of determination: "I must give it a try. If it works, we won't have to eat wild vegetables every day in the future."

The next day, Sanniang arrived at the door of Zuixianlou early and found that many people were already queuing up waiting for jobs.

There were young and strong men, and there were also women like her.

Sanniang was a little nervous, she didn't know if she would be selected.

Finally it was Sanniang's turn. She stood nervously in front of the recruitment office.

At this time, Cheng Chumo frowned and said, "It's you? How's your child's fever? Will it continue to occur?"

Sanniang was stunned for a moment, then her eyes were filled with gratitude: "It's okay, it's all thanks to the Yuyu family for the fever-reducing powder."

Cheng Chumo nodded, a look of relief on his face.

Sanniang finally reacted. She looked at Cheng Chumo's clothes, then at the Zuixianlou, and said in surprise, "So you are here in the Zuixianlou."

Cheng Chumo smiled and said, "Yes, yes, the emperor asked Qin Huaidao and me to guard Zuixianlou. You don't need to know the reason behind this. You only know that Zuixianlou is not a simple matter. Although the Yuyu family is the owner of Zuixianlou, the things here are far more complicated."

"Is that so?" Sanniang nodded slightly.

At this time, Xiaoyu walked out of Zuixianlou, looked at Sanniang and said, "Are you here to work?"

Sanniang nodded quickly. "Yes, yes, yes. Thank you so much for your fever-reducing powder. You saved my son Shitou's life. Now that I can work in your tavern again, I really don't know how to thank you."

Yuyu smiled and said, "Don't say that. It's all fate. We need help too. It's a blessing for us that you can come and help."

Ah Cai heard this from the side and asked in confusion, "What's the reason?"

Sanniang said hurriedly, "My son Shitou suddenly had a high fever. I was almost worried sick. Thanks to the fever-reducing powder Xiaoyu gave me, Shitou's fever has gone down."

"I'm just a woman with no skills. I can only make a living by working. Now that Zuixianlou is recruiting workers, it's like a lifeline to me."

Xiaoyu walked forward, took Sanniang's hand and said, "Sanniang, you are a hardworking and kind person. We all see it. Don't worry, we won't treat you unfairly in Zuixianlou."

"Although the wages here are not the highest, as long as everyone works together, our future will definitely get better and better."

Tears welled up in Sanniang's eyes. "I know. I will definitely work hard. As long as Shitou can study well, I'm willing to do anything."

Yuyu smiled and said, "Sanniang, don't work too hard. Although we have to work hard here, we also have to take care of our health."

"Look, these shampoos and perfumes we're making now will definitely sell like hotcakes in the future. Then, everyone will benefit."

Li Hao looked at Sanniang and said, "Sanniang, your son Shitou is a good student. You can't let him be distracted by family matters."

"Just work hard at Zuixianlou and earn more money to support his education. If he passes the imperial examination, it will bring honor to our family."

Sanniang looked at Li Hao gratefully and said, "Thank you for your kind words. I also hope that Shitou will have a bright future."

Xiaoyu added, "Then, work hard at Zuixianlou and save some money. Shitou can then focus on studying for a good reputation and no longer have to worry about making a living."

The Husky pointed its butt at her, hahaha.

Sanniang nodded repeatedly: "I will definitely live up to everyone's expectations."

With the end of the conversation, Sanniang officially started her work at Zuixianlou.

She followed other female workers and learned the delicate work of making and bottling.

Although her hands were rough, she worked very skillfully, carefully pouring the perfume into the bottle.

The people here help each other and do not discriminate against her just because she is a poor woman.

When the male workers are carrying heavy objects, they will also help the female workers with things within their ability.

After working all day, Sanniang returned home exhausted.

As soon as he entered the door, Shitou hurried over to greet him and asked with concern, "Mom, how are you? Are you tired from working at Zuixianlou today?"

Sanniang smiled and touched Shitou's head, saying, "I'm not tired, it's been great being in Zuixianlou today."

"Everyone there is very caring towards my mother. Although there is a lot of work, I can handle it."

Shitou took Sanniang's hand, asked her to sit down, and poured her a glass of water: "Mom, if you are too tired, don't work so hard." Shitou's eyes were full of worry.

Sanniang looked at Shitou lovingly and said, "Silly child, I'm not tired. I worked really hard today. With this job, we have something to look forward to in the future."

"You must study hard and don't let this opportunity go to waste."

Shitou nodded vigorously: "Mom, I know, I will study hard every day."

Sanniang took Shitou's hand and said seriously, "You must study hard and get a good degree in the future to repay Yuyu's family. If they hadn't given me this opportunity, we don't know when we would be able to live a good life again."

"They are all good people who helped us when we were in the most difficult time."

Shitou looked at Sanniang, his eyes gleaming with determination: "Mother, I will definitely do it. I will work hard to pass the imperial examinations, repay their kindness in the future, and let you live a good life."

Sanniang hugged the stone in her arms with relief, tears in her eyes.