A rare woman's life as a ragpicker in the interstellar world

The bell for the end of get out of class echoed melodiously in the campus, and Su Nian walked towards the dormitory with a slightly tired step. There was a hint of determination in her eyes, but it was difficult to hide the subtle worry.

The sunlight shone through the gaps in the leaves, dappling on her body. Su Nian was carrying a schoolbag and holding some tools she brought back from the lab class. Her pace was not fast, and her thoughts seemed to be still immersed in the tense and exciting lab class just now.

As Su Nian walked, she arrived in front of the dormitory building. At this time, a tall boy was carrying a huge package and walking down the stairs with difficulty. The package looked very heavy, and the boy's steps were a little staggering.

Su Nian subconsciously took a few quick steps forward and said, "Classmate, let me help you with this. Give it to me."

The boy raised his head and saw Su Nian's sincere eyes. He said gratefully, "Thank you so much. I was just wondering how to deal with this."

Su Nian took the package from the boy, put it on the ground, and opened it. Inside were some old electronic products and books. Her eyes lit up and she said, "These things are still quite useful."

The boy was a little surprised, but he said readily: "Okay, take it. I have no use for it anyway."

At this moment, Cheng Yi, who had just returned from the cafeteria, happened to see this scene. He showed a surprised expression on his face, walked over quickly and asked: "Su Nian, why are you collecting these things again? Are you short of credit points?"

Su Nian raised her head, looked at Cheng Yi, smiled helplessly, and said, "Cheng Yi, I'm short of money, it's always good to save more credit points."

Cheng Yi was shocked when he heard this and said, "Su Nian, this is too hard for you. Is there no other way?"

Su Nian sighed softly and said, "What else can I do? I can only rely on my own hard work to earn credit points."

Zhao Yan happened to pass by and saw the three of them gathered together, so he walked over. Hearing their conversation, Zhao Yan frowned and said, "Su Nian, you can actually go to school to find a work-study opportunity. For example, the Mecha Materials Department has a large amount of materials to process every day, and many students go to help. It can be a good exercise and earn credit points."

After Su Nian heard this, a spark of hope suddenly ignited in his eyes, and he said, "Really? That's great, I'll go ask right away."

Cheng Yi looked at Su Nian's anxious look, and couldn't help feeling distressed. He said, "Su Nian, don't be anxious. Put the things back first, and it won't be too late to go later."

Su Nian nodded and said, "Okay, thank you, I understand."

Su Nian walked towards her dormitory holding the waste she had just received. Cheng Yi and Zhao Yan looked at her from behind, their hearts filled with emotion.

Cheng Yi said to Zhao Yan: "Su Nian is really not easy. It's hard for a girl to work so hard."

Zhao Yan sighed and said, "Yes, but she is very strong and has been working hard. I hope she can find the right opportunity to improve her situation."

After returning to the dormitory, Su Nian put the waste away and tidied up simply.

Su Nian followed the navigation on the optical computer and finally found the mecha material base.

As soon as she stepped into the base, she was shocked by the scene in front of her. In the huge space, rows of tall iron shelves were filled with various materials. Some were processed and emitted a strange light, like carefully carved gems; some were not processed yet and were piled up in various shapes on the iron shelves or in the carts.

The processed materials were neatly classified and placed. There were energy crystals that sparkled with faint blue light, with a mirror-smooth surface and powerful energy fluctuations inside; there were also tough metal plates that emitted a cold luster, as if they could withstand all attacks.

The unprocessed materials appeared rough and primitive, including piles of unknown minerals with dark colors and irregular shapes; bundles of materials that looked like plant fibers, emitting a pungent smell; and some things that looked like biological bones, with blood and mucus residues on them.

In the center of the base, a huge cleaning machine roared, and many robots were busy transporting materials to and from the processing area. Senior students who worked part-time shuttled among them, some shouted loudly: "Hurry up and transport the materials here to the processing area!" Some urged anxiously: "Speed ​​up, these parts are waiting to be used!"

One senior student wiped his sweat and said to his companion next to him: "Today's workload is really huge. I don't know if we can finish it on time." Another senior student responded: "Stop complaining and work hard, otherwise you will have to work overtime again."

Su Nian stood aside, a little at a loss, but her heart was full of expectation and determination. She knew that this might be the starting point for her to change the current situation.