Siheyuan: tomb robbing? I am serious about hunting.

Chapter 327 If You Can’t Do a Good Job, Leave Immediately

After dinner, Tian Fang took Qin Jingru to the textile factory where she worked. The machines in the factory were roaring, and the workers were busy shuttling around, a scene of bustling activity. Qin Jingru was dazzled by the sight, and her heart was filled with longing.

"How about it? Do you want to come here to work?" Tian Fang asked with a smile.

Qin Jingru nodded excitedly, her eyes full of hope.

"Okay, I'll ask for you, maybe there will be a chance." Tian Fang encouraged.

However, things did not go so smoothly...

Tian Fang kindly took Qin Jingru to see the workshop director, a middle-aged woman with a bloated figure and hair that was permed like instant noodles. The director looked at Qin Jingru with a sidelong glance and snorted with disdain.

"That's it? What kind of work can you do with your thin arms and legs? What we want here are people who can endure hardships and work, not people who come to enjoy themselves!" The director's sarcastic voice pierced Qin Jingru's heart like a needle.

Tian Fang quickly smiled and said, "Director, Jingru is very strong. She came from the countryside, so she has done all kinds of hard work. Please give her a chance. I guarantee she can do it well!"

The director rolled his eyes and said, "Okay, let her go to clean the workshop first. Fifteen yuan a month, food is provided but accommodation is not. If she doesn't do a good job, she will be fired immediately!"

Although Qin Jingru felt wronged, she could only nod and agree. Having a place to stay and food to eat was much better than wandering on the streets.

In the following days, Qin Jingru got up early and worked late every day to clean the workshop. The roar of the machines was deafening, and the air was filled with the smell of cotton wool and oil, which made her very uncomfortable. Most of her co-workers ignored her, and some even deliberately made things difficult for her by sweeping the garbage into the place she had just cleaned.

Qin Jingru endured all of this silently. She told herself that she must persevere in order to survive in the city and to live a good life. She had to grit her teeth and hold on no matter how hard or tiring it was.

At night, Qin Jingru and Tian Fang squeezed on a narrow single bed, chatting about family matters and sharing their joys and sorrows. Tian Fang's cheerfulness and optimism infected Qin Jingru, allowing her to find a little comfort in the difficult environment.

"Jingru, have you ever thought about finding a partner?" Tian Fang suddenly asked one night.

Qin Jingru was stunned for a moment, her cheeks flushed: "No... I haven't thought about it. I just want to work hard and save some money to send back home."

Tian Fang smiled and teased her: "You are not young anymore, it's time to think about your personal problems. The guys in the city are much better than those in the countryside. When the time comes, find a city guy to marry, and you will be a real city person!"

Qin Jingru was a little shaken. She had longed for city life since she was a child. It would be best if she could marry a city man.

"Let me tell you, there is a technician in our factory named Li Jianguo. He looks energetic, has a good job, and his family conditions are not bad. But he is a little... a little extravagant." Tian Fang said mysteriously.

"Flowers?" Qin Jingru asked puzzledly.

"It's just... I just like to joke with lesbians, and my mouth is a bit oily." Tian Fang explained, "But he's not a bad guy, he just likes to play. If you're interested, I can introduce you to someone."

Qin Jingru hesitated for a moment. She didn't know much about Li Jianguo and didn't have any feelings for him. But she was eager to change her fate and become a real city dweller.

"I...let me think about it again." Qin Jingru finally did not agree.

The next day, Qin Jingru accidentally knocked over a pile of fabrics while cleaning the workshop. The director saw this and started to scold her: "You clumsy country bumpkin! Do you know how expensive these fabrics are? Can you afford to pay for them?!"

Qin Jingru was so frightened that she was shaking all over. She lowered her head and dared not say a word.

"If you can't afford the compensation, get out! Our factory doesn't need trash like you!" the director roared angrily.

At this moment, a young man wearing clean work clothes and glasses came over. He stopped the director and said, "Director, don't be angry, I will handle it."

The young man walked up to Qin Jingru and asked gently, "Are you okay?"

Qin Jingru raised her head and saw the young man's handsome face and concerned eyes, and felt a little warm in her heart.

"I...I'm fine." Qin Jingru said in a low voice.

The young man smiled and said, "I'm a technician in the factory. My name is Li Jianguo."

Qin Jingru then remembered that the "somewhat fancy" technician that Tian Fang mentioned yesterday was the person in front of her.

Li Jianguo helped Qin Jingru to rearrange the cloth and comforted her not to be afraid. He behaved like a gentleman and spoke well, not at all like Tian Fang said, "slippery tongue". Qin Jingru's impression of him improved immediately.

In the following days, Li Jianguo often came to chat with Qin Jingru and cared about her work and life. He was humorous and knowledgeable, which made Qin Jingru like him more and more. She began to look forward to his appearance, and every time she saw him, she would feel an inexplicable throbbing in her heart.

One day at noon, Li Jianguo invited Qin Jingru to the cafeteria for lunch. During the meal, Li Jianguo suddenly held Qin Jingru's hand, looked at her affectionately and said, "Jingru, I like you, will you be my girlfriend?"

Qin Jingru's face instantly turned red. She didn't expect Li Jianguo to express his feelings so directly. She was nervous and excited, and her heart was beating like a deer.

She lowered her head and nodded shyly...

In the days that followed, Qin Jingru felt like she was dreaming. She had a stable job, a boyfriend who cared about her, and her life was full of hope and sweetness. She felt that she had finally become a real city dweller and was living the life she had always dreamed of.

However, she didn't know that this was just the calm before the storm...

Qin Jingru was immersed in the sweetness of love, unaware that danger was quietly approaching. Li Jianguo was considerate and caring towards her, and every day was like a romantic love drama. He took her to the park, watched movies, and ate Western food, which were things Qin Jingru had never dared to think about before. She felt like an ugly duckling, finally transformed into a beautiful white swan.

One night, Li Jianguo took Qin Jingru to a high-end restaurant. The dim lights, elegant music, and exquisite dishes all made Qin Jingru feel a little uncomfortable. She sat awkwardly on the chair, feeling out of tune with the surrounding environment.

Li Jianguo seemed to see her uneasiness. He held her hand and said gently, "Jingru, don't be nervous. This place will be like our home in the future."

Qin Jingru blushed, she lowered her head, and her heart felt as sweet as if it was filled with honey.

"Jingru, do you know? The first time I saw you, I was attracted by your innocence and kindness." Li Jianguo said affectionately, "You are like a blooming wild flower, so beautiful and charming."