Lin Yan was still young, and a long coat and long trousers cost more than 2 cents depending on the linen used.
The bonus is for adults, and a suit of clothes starts from 4 cents.
Considering that Hua Hong was really not good at making clothes, they still chose ready-made clothes. Each of them bought a set of cheap short-sleeved shorts and a set of slightly more expensive long trousers, which cost 1 yuan and 50 cents.
Seeing the shoes placed there, Lin Yan was surprised and said, "These are not straw sandals."
"No, the straw sandals are over there." Hong Xiu pointed in the direction, "These are newly made linen shoes. The soles and uppers are made of linen. They are more comfortable to wear than straw sandals and are more wear-resistant. One pair can be worn long time."
Lin Yan chose a pair and tried it on his feet. "It's really comfortable. How do you sell it?"
"It's cheaper for you, a pair is 18 cents. I'll sell the others for at least 2 cents."
"Okay, I'll buy a pair." Lin Yan said immediately, unable to refuse at all. Compared with grass shoes, the comfort level is much improved, so of course it is better to choose better ones.
Huahong was also willing to spend money on her daughter, but she was reluctant to spend money on herself. She chose a pair of straw sandals.
Lin Yan also tried to persuade her, but Hua Hong refused to listen, and there was nothing she could do. When she earned more money in the future, Hua Hong might be willing to spend it on herself.
After making a big deal, Hongxiu smiled even more amiably and insisted on leaving Lin Yan and Huahong to sit at home for a while, entertaining them with fresh fruits.
During the conversation, he admired Lin Yan even more and kept praising her. He regretted that he did not have such a smart and capable daughter.
As soon as she walked out of Hong's house, Huahong said with a pained face: "I really spent a lot of money today. The clothes are too expensive. Most of the money I saved was spent at once. I have to make money in the future."
"Auntie, my salary and bonuses add up to a lot every month. I will give them to you when I get back."
More than half a year later, Lin Yan didn't spend his salary and bonuses, but saved them all, about 3 yuan.
Hua Hong was surprised when he heard this, "So much. From July last year to now, you have earned a lot more than my mother-in-law."
"Aniang, you also know my salary. The basic salary is 30 cents a month and the bonus for a trip. It adds up to so much. Aniang has to be busy with work and has little time to earn money. The daily expenses at home are Grandma is in charge, so I haven’t saved much money. From now on, I will hand over half of my salary to Grandma, and I will use the rest myself.”
Huahong thought for a while, shook her head and said, "My mother is an adult and has to support the family. You are still a little baby. You should save the money you earn and use it in the future."
"Okay, if you need money, tell me and I will give it to you."
Looking at the brand new linen shoes on his feet, which were similar to the thousand-layer cloth shoes mentioned in the book, Lin Yan sighed: "The new shoes are good, and they don't hurt your feet at all. Mom, buy yourself a pair and try it." .”
I think after the straw sandals were first knitted, people gradually became accustomed to wearing them. Lin Yan got used to it after wearing them for a few years. When she suddenly put on new shoes, she realized that her requirements for life had become too low.
People they met on the road stopped to chat when they saw Huahong and Lin Yan, and asked Lin Yan to ask questions.
When they walked to the corner of the street, someone stood up, which startled them.
Huahong saw that he was an acquaintance and said, "Lanhua, what are you doing standing here and not making a sound? It's so scary."
Lin Yan also met Lanhua once. At that time, she was only fifteen years old, a timid girl. Now she has grown up and is over eighteen years old. He looked completely different from what he remembered, looking much older than his actual age.
In recent years, people's lives have improved and their appearance has become better. This does not seem to be the case for orchids. There were a few scars on her face, like old wounds caused by being scratched with a sharp object.
Orchid was like a frightened rabbit, tears welling up in her eyes, and she whispered: "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to do it."
Lin Yan looked at her and frowned slightly, "What are you doing here, waiting for us?"
Lanhua nodded timidly, "I, I'm looking for you." As she spoke, she looked around to make sure there was no one and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Lin Yan looked at her and wondered, what was she doing to him? She was afraid of being discovered.
She looked at Orchid expectantly, "Just tell me."
Huahong felt that she had nothing to do. Seeing Lanhua's nervous and worried look, she walked aside and waited.
Lan Hua then whispered: "I want to live alone, but my family doesn't agree. Will I really not be bullied by outsiders after setting up a household?"
"Are you often bullied at home? Where did you get these injuries?" Lin Yan asked without answering. As far as she knew, after Lanhua's mother passed away, there were still elders in the family, and it was her aunt who was in charge of the family. Lanhua should not be allowed to be bullied.
After hesitating for a moment, Lan Hua said: "My family didn't like me and wouldn't give me food, so I went out to look for it myself and got injured. The food I looked for was even taken away by them."
It is difficult for an upright official to deal with household affairs. Lin Yan didn't know how to persuade him, "The Basic Law of Sun City has been implemented. If you want to set up your own household, go directly to Xia Li and she will help you. If someone bullies you, you can also go to your team leader. Hua Xiang, she will help you.”
Lanhua bit her lip, "I, I know. After I set up a household, I will be alone. Will they be punished if they come to snatch my things again?"
Lin Yan nodded, "Of course, even if you don't set up a household, people who steal your things against your will will be punished. Don't be afraid, go find Hua Xiang. If she doesn't help you, you can also go to A Lan. You are Individuals, as stipulated in the Basic Law, enjoy equal rights and should be treated fairly. The Basic Law is by no means just words."
Although many people haven't taken it seriously yet, they don't know Alan's determination to implement it. Once someone violates it, he will not be lenient.
Orchid seemed to be inspired, nodded and ran away.
Looking at her back, Lin Yan's frown never relaxed. She also knows that there will naturally be conflicts where there are people, but Lanhua is obviously bullied often, and her family is used to it.
Huahong touched Lin Yan's head and said, "Come back to your senses, let's go home."
"Auntie, do you know about the Lanhua family?"
Huahong nodded, "I know, her family's story has been spread throughout the city."
"What's going on? I don't know anything."
"The people in Lanhua's family are nothing. They bully Lanhua and have no one to rely on. They force the baby to the point where he can't live. They let Lanhua do all the work at home and don't give him food. This family is really bad."
"Don't you know the fragrance of flowers?"
"I must know, but this is a family matter. Hua Xiang has spoken out several times, but Lan Hua has not taken the initiative to ask for help, and Hua Xiang is not easy to take care of."
Lin Yan thought for a while, "If this is the case, it is really not easy to make a flower fragrance. Are there many girls like Lan Hua in the city?"
"Not many. Which girl would be bullied like Lanhua? Let me tell you, it was Lanhua who was not strong enough and didn't dare to resist, so she was bullied."
"What Aniang said makes sense. If you don't fight for it yourself, others really can't do anything about it."
Huahong turned around and said, "Lanhua just came to see you. Is this the end of your patience?"
Lin Yan nodded. But isn't it true, people will still stand up when they are pushed into a hurry.
(End of chapter)
