Rebirth and making money first

Zhang Jing went back to work and quickly arranged a social event with fellow units. They chose to go to East Lake Park. The three units would provide their own vehicles, eat lunch, and return in the afternoon.

Zhang Jing knew her unit would need to charter a bus. Supervisor Sun asked Lin Fei to count the number of trainees going, Ye Xiaoyu to count the departments, and Zhang Jing to count the logistics staff. Lunch wasn't included, so each person was given a 30 yuan allowance for meals. Everyone was in a state of panic.

Once the list was compiled, two tour buses were requested. Each department was required to keep someone on duty, and Zhang Jing was willing to stay. East Lake Park was huge, and she'd been there often in her past life, so it didn't matter if she didn't go this time.

Alan knew Zhang Jing was on duty and felt sorry for her. Zhang Jing told them to have fun and remember to bring food. Alan explained that she often went there, but this time she was there to make money, and she would definitely take home 30 yuan. Zhang Jing always encountered people working so hard to make money, and she sighed inwardly, but she didn't dare to laugh. She understood that the poor have their own hardships.

This event received strong support from leaders from all three organizations, and Donghu Park warmly welcomed them. Aside from a mischievous child who got lost and later found, everything else was normal. The elderly were enthusiastic, and the children were singing and laughing. The interactive games also delighted all three parties.

Zhang Jing not only heard stories from many people but also read about it in the newspaper. She stayed home to work, looked at the stock market, wrote a novel, and even ate a snack from the cafeteria. Everyone was happy.

Director Chen told Zhang Jing the house he had his eye on was in Futian District. The down payment was 50 percent, and the monthly payments would be over 3,000 yuan over 20 years. Other options, such as Longgang District, Luohu District, and Nanshan District, were too far from his workplace. Zhang Jing asked him if he planned to live in the house or speculate on it. He said he was buying it for his son. Zhang Jing asked, "Your son is only in elementary school. Isn't it a little early?" Director Chen replied, "Not too early. You should start preparing early."

When asked where Zhang Jing wanted to buy, she said any district would be fine, as long as the property could be demolished and compensated. Director Chen immediately said, "Sister, if you have any inside information, tell me in advance. Don't abandon me. If you eat meat, let me have a bowl of soup."

Zhang Jing said, okay, let’s take care of each other.

When Zhang Jing wasn't in class, she'd crochet cushions at home, write novels at night, and even slack off at work. After a flurry of effort, she finally finished the cushions. Looking at her colorful creation, Zhang Jing rubbed her deformed fingers and vowed to stop needlework. This could only be a hobby, not a reminder to keep herself busy.

She called Zhang Yongle and asked him to come get the cushions. Zhang Yongle and his wife came over and nodded when they saw Zhang Jing's changes to the decor. The cushions were loved by both of them. Li Xiangyue praised Zhang Jing's dexterity. "When you have time, you must crochet two more for my house to decorate the room." Zhang Jing said, "No problem, but I won't take orders from outsiders anymore because my fingers are too badly injured. You can't rush yours either. Wait until I have time and crochet them slowly."

The couple immediately felt guilty and asked Zhang Jing to stop. Zhang Jing smiled and said, "My family members are definitely better at it. Slow work makes for fine work. Just don't rush me." Li Xiangyue quickly said she could finish the work as long as she wanted. She also asked Zhang Yongle to stop accepting orders, and Zhang Yongle agreed.

Zhang Jing mentioned she was still thinking about buying a house and asked her parents-in-law for any recommendations. She said she wanted a small, two-bedroom apartment with monthly payments. Zhang Yongle said it depended on her preference, but that the government also had internal properties for sale, which could be transferred to Zhang Jing if someone didn't want to buy. Zhang Jing was delighted, saying, "Brother, it's too expensive. I can't afford it."

Zhang Yongle looked at Zhang Jing sideways and said, "Don't cry poor to me, you are already a rich woman." Zhang Jing said, "I am really poor, I am planning to take out a mortgage to buy it." Li Xiangyue was anxious, "Zhang Jing, you just bought a house and you are already making trouble again. You need to think it through."

"Don't worry, sister-in-law. I'm confident in my abilities." Zhang Yongle also told her, "Wait for my news."

After seeing them off, Zhang Jing sighed. A-Long called again. "How's it going?" Zhang Jing replied, "I'm planning on moving to a new house." A-Long hurriedly asked, "What kind of house?" Zhang Jing replied, "The house I bought is old and large, and it's about to be demolished. Now I'm planning to use it as a mortgage to buy a new two-bedroom, one-living-room apartment. I'll have a down payment and repay the loan over 20 to 30 years."

Aaron said, "Buying a house is a big deal, so you need to think it through. Actually, just having a house to live in is enough, and after some renovations, it's like a new house. That way, there's no pressure."

Zhang Jing asked, "When are you going to buy a house?" A Long said, "How can I afford it?" Zhang Jing asked again, "Then will you rent for the rest of your life?" A Long laughed and said, "You've already bought a house, haven't you? I'll be relying on you from now on!" Zhang Jing said, "I don't support gigolos!" A Long laughed, "Just kidding, no matter what, I don't need a woman to support me. You should get some rest early and stop overthinking."

Zhang Jing was speechless. Unable to fathom what A-Long meant, she simply ignored him. Just as she was about to resume typing, she got a call from her mother: "Come back soon! The house is being demolished, and we need to sign." Zhang Jing hurriedly asked which one was being demolished, and her mother said it was all Aunt Tian's and A-Yan's. Others had already started signing, and she told Zhang Jing to come back and handle it. Zhang Jing told her mother not to worry while she called to check.

After hanging up, Zhang Jing called Aunt Tian. Sure enough, Aunt Tian told her that the house was being demolished and that her family would be moving to her daughter's house in a couple of days. She locked the house and waited for Zhang Jing to come back.

Zhang Jing thought about it and decided to ask for leave to go back. This time, Aunt Tian's house was demolished and she wanted a resettlement house on a lower floor. She would keep it for her mother's retirement.

The next day at work, Zhang Jing requested leave to go home. She knew her home was being demolished and they were waiting for her to return and sign the documents. The approval went smoothly, with all the necessary approvals from the various levels of leadership. Zhang Jing also called Li Xiangyue to let her know her schedule. Li Xiangyue assured her that they would look after her house and that she should first sort out her family matters.

Zhang Jing brought both property certificates and household registration books with her. She remembered that both properties were being demolished at the same time. If possible, she would have a large sum of money in her account, making buying a house easier.

Before leaving, Zhang Jing called A'long to tell him she was going home. Knowing it was her hometown house being demolished, A'long excitedly asked how much compensation she would receive. Zhang Jing replied that it wouldn't be much in a small county, so she'd pay a house. A'long replied, "That's true," and wished Zhang Jing a safe journey.

Zhang Jing thought, this guy really doesn't take me seriously. He knows I'm home, but he doesn't contribute money or effort, and he's just talking big. I was really blinded by greed, and I still took him seriously.

The flight from south to north, covering thousands of miles, took only two days, including a layover. It was still past two in the morning when Zhang Jing arrived home. She thought about it and decided not to stay in a hotel this time, so she took a taxi directly to her doorstep.

The barking of the dog startled her mother awake. Only after hearing Zhang Jing's voice did she open the door and continue to discipline the dog. Once inside, she forbade Zhang Jing to speak loudly, fearing she might disturb the neighbors. After a quick wash, Zhang Jing lay down and went back to sleep. She knew her mother wouldn't be able to sleep, so she planned to talk to her in the morning.

Zhang Jing was woken up by her mother getting up. She felt very uncomfortable on the sofa, so her mother bought her breakfast.

"Hurry up and get up, wash up, and have breakfast. You can go back to sleep after you finish eating." As always, her mother didn't allow Zhang Jing to sleep in. Zhang Jing said, "You eat first and ignore me." The old lady refused and said, "After you finish eating, go to bed. How can you lie on the sofa if someone sees you?"

Zhang Jing was furious. "I'm not allowed to sleep in at school, I can't sleep at work, I can't sleep during the New Year, and I can't even rest. No wonder young people don't want to live with the elderly these days. Don't let your daughter-in-law dislike you in the future!"

The old lady refused to accept it. She said, "I have a pension, medical insurance, and my own house. I don't have to rely on anyone." Zhang Jing washed up and ate breakfast in anger, listening to her mother nagging, "Children are debts. Do I owe you? If I had known this, I wouldn't have married or had children. Wouldn't I be happier than you?"

"After dinner, go ask the demolition office and take care of the important matters first. When you come back, you can sleep in as late as you want."

Zhang Jing said, "Old lady, please take a break. Let me eat and get enough sleep first. We can't move away from the house, so why are you in such a hurry?"

"Why am I so anxious? I'm your mother, how can I harm you? You all have your own ideas, but you never consult me ​​on anything. Do you still have your mother in your eyes?" The old lady became angrier and angrier. "When you get old, you're looked down upon. Other people's children are not like you, who leave home and never come back!"