Listening to the praises of the workers, Zhou Maoxue felt a huge sense of satisfaction.
He never thought that he would celebrate his birthday in such a strange way.
According to his usual birthday, a group of people usually get together to drink, chant poems and have fun in an elegant manner.
Nowadays, it is indeed a group of scumbag workers who come together to take out the best things and share them with him...
What he could feel was not only that, but also the envious looks of the three disciples beside him.
A group of workers squinted and savored the sweetness of the cake.
Su Tian twirled his fingers seriously, looked at Zhou Maoxue and said, "We've all eaten too, so you can say a few words! You are educated and everyone likes to listen to you."
Everyone's eyes turned to him.
Zhou Maoxue wanted to say something for the occasion, but just as he was about to speak, he was suddenly stunned.
What to say?
He was about to leave, but these people were still waiting eagerly for his lecture.
If he said it out loud, how could he have the face to face these workers.
"Say a few words, say a few words!" Seeing that Zhou Maoxue had not spoken, the workers began to boo.
Zhou Maoxue felt like something was stuck in his throat, and his lips moved a few times.
Finally he said in a hoarse voice: "I'm sorry everyone... I'm going to leave tomorrow and go back to take the imperial examination."
As soon as the words came out, the room suddenly fell into silence.
Zhou Maoxue lowered his head hard, feeling ashamed to face everyone.
Until Su Tian spoke: "We, Brother Zhou, have studied in school. People with great abilities will have to take the imperial examination in the future. It is impossible for people like us to work hard in the factory. Everyone celebrates his birthday." Please be happy, it’s a good thing to leave.”
Zhou Maoxue suddenly raised his head, dying of shame and anger: "That's not the case..."
Su Tian patted him on the shoulder and said nonchalantly: "Oh, it's okay to just leave. It's a blessing for everyone to know someone like you."
"If we had your ability, we wouldn't stay in the factory anymore."
"Leave early and worry less. Don't be like me, squatting in a factory and getting nowhere. There are only a few people hanging around all day long, and there is something that will make people nag you forever..."
One after another, the workers began to comfort themselves.
Zhou Maoxue reluctantly showed a smile.
Su Tian began to mutter: "Oh, it's good to study. Aren't we working in the factory so that our children can take the exams? My son goes to Dongjiao University, and after finishing school, I can earn enough money to support my grandson's exams. Then my whole life will be like this." It’s complete.”
Zhou Maoxue said in surprise: "Why should I take the imperial examination after taking the exam at Dongjiao University?"
Su Tian chuckled: "You are right! The imperial examination is the right way! Who can take the imperial examination and go to Eastern Suburb University? Being an official is so prestigious, and Eastern Suburb University is the way to make money."
Zhou Maoxue's eyes flashed with confusion: "This...Is it because I went to Dongjiao University to take the imperial examination?"
"Otherwise?" Su Tian looked at him with strange eyes, "Don't we common people think so? After you get admitted to Dongjiao University and make money, you can then take the imperial examination. Otherwise, you can directly take the imperial examination. How many people can provide it? As a scholar, think about it. I can’t even afford pens, ink, paper and inkstones, but Eastern Suburb University is much cheaper!”
What!
Su Tian's light words made Zhou Maoxue feel like he was struck by lightning.
Is Dongjiao University a springboard for the imperial examination career?
Not only do the two not conflict with each other, but they complement each other?
Then what have I become?
What if I really made a big deal among the people... Not only would I not be able to win a good reputation, but I would become the public enemy of the people in the world...
By then, I'm afraid I won't even be able to go back home, right? !
Zhou Maoxue was filled with fear and joy at the same time.
There is no more regret in my heart.
Fortunately, it didn't work out. If something happened, he would be finished...
"Brother, why are you stunned again? When you get back, tell us what you are going to do?"
"okay..."
.......
The next day, early.
Zhou Maoxue and four others appeared at the gate of the factory with their bags on their backs.
The boss was very nice to talk to, and he gave me a few days’ wages after working for a few days.
When it was time to leave the factory, they even came out to give them away.
Also coming with him were Su Tian and the co-workers who slept with him.
Zhou Maoxue solemnly clasped his fists, looked up at the big characters on the factory building, and smiled.
Although life in the factory was a bit difficult at first, this pure and warm human connection was truly a rare experience.
Today is the time to be reborn!
"Everyone! Thanks to you for taking care of me for many days, I will say goodbye today. We will meet again when we are destined!"
After saying the polite words, Zhou Maoxue and others got on the carriage and left slowly.
The fat boss always had a warm smile on his face. The moment the carriage disappeared from sight, the corners of his mouth drooped.
"Fuck! He's finally gone!"
The eyes of Su Tian and several other workers were full of reluctance... Why did they leave just a few days ago? It's really...
"Alas..." Su Tian sighed.
The fat boss frowned: "What are you saying?! Do you still want to keep him here for another month?"
"No, no, I don't dare, boss."
"I'll lend you a hundred courage!"
The fat boss snorted coldly, turned around and faced the court, let go of his voice, and yelled with great strength: "Listen to me!"
"From today to the end of the month, you will work overtime until 12 p.m. every day and start work at 6:30 in the morning! Take a fifteen-minute lunch break! The canteen work meals will be restored to the original price, and all holidays this month will be cancelled. Everyone will have to pay for the work you are owed. If you work overtime as much as you can to make up for it, whichever team fails to meet the standards will have their salary cut in half this month!"
"Working hours will return to normal next month."
"Also, two people should go immediately and tear down that broken lounge! The old books inside will be sold in Houchang Village!"
A wail immediately erupted in the factory.
What has been good for just two days will return to the original level of forced feeding?
"Why is this like this! We had a good time the past few days, boss, please keep it up, I'm still good at work!"
"That's right! Don't you use us as livestock?"
"You are exploiting! Exploiting! Sweatshop!"
The fat boss was furious: "Shut the hell up! What's your name?"
"The four of you were sent down from the top to handle the inspection! If you don't perform well, my factory will be shut down. Who do you think you are? You're nowhere to be found, right?"
"You've been acting for a few days and you've gotten into it, haven't you? If you have the ability, if you don't accept my control, you'll find the person who inspected it from above. If you don't have the ability, just shut your damn mouth!"
"I'm telling you, there is never a shortage of workers in the factory. If you like to work, but if you don't want to work, pack up your bed and get out as soon as possible!"
"Work!"
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