With global currency devaluation, I'll wear these back and take my whole family flying!

Shuiyunjian offers very generous salaries and benefits; for the same position, Longcheng offers almost the best salary and benefits.

Upon hearing the salary amount, Zheng Hong thought that Shen Ci had deliberately overpaid her. Shen Ci explained with a wry smile, "Auntie, everyone in the same position gets this salary. The only benefit I gave you was that you didn't have a probationary period. You're a full-time employee now that you've signed the contract. You think the salary is high because it's the salary of a full-time employee."

There should be at least 20% fewer interns.

Zheng Hong felt like she was dreaming: "Those, those five social insurances and one housing fund..."

“Every employee has one, even the cleaning staff.”

Zheng Hong felt a little relieved, but after receiving the contract, she still felt dazed. She had actually found a job, and such a good one at that.

"Aci, thank you so much. Otherwise, I really wouldn't know how I would have stayed." Zheng Hong was deeply moved, and her voice choked with emotion as she spoke.

Shen Ci remained calm as she looked at her and said, "You're not truly staying yet. How are you going to solve your accommodation problem?"

"The company does provide employee dormitories, but you probably don't want to live there, right?"

Shen Ci was only guessing, but unexpectedly, he guessed Zheng Hong's thoughts correctly.

Zheng Hong nodded shyly: "I want to rent a house with a kitchen, so that Tao Tao will have a place to go when he's on vacation, and I can often cook some of his favorite dishes for him."

That's how all mothers think, Shen Ci understands.

“This area is a commercial center, the most expensive part of Longcheng. I doubt you can find a house with a good price-performance ratio here.” Shen Ci thought for a moment and suggested to Zheng Hong, “How about looking near the University of Science and Technology? It’s close to Tao Tao, there are many universities there, and there are quite a few affordable shopping areas around. It’s quite convenient, and it’s also convenient to take the subway to work.”

“Okay, I’ll do as you say.” Zheng Hong said, taking out her phone: “Tao Tao sent me the school’s address before, so I can find it by asking around. Then I’ll find a real estate agent to show me some houses nearby.”

"Aunt, I'll go with you."

"No need, Aci. I can manage on my own. You've already taken so long for me, so you should go and get back to what you're doing." Zheng Hong didn't want to trouble Shen Ci any further, since she had already taken care of the most important thing for her.

Looking at houses takes the most time, so Aci's time is definitely very valuable.

“I’m done with my work, I’m free today. You’re not familiar with Longcheng, so I’m actually a little worried about you,” Shen Ci said truthfully.

Since I've already helped, I might as well help to the end, Shen Ci thought to herself.

Su Zheyuan also spoke up: "Then I'll be the driver, we can go together, so that you won't be scammed by the agent, Auntie."

Zheng Hong couldn't refuse Shen Ci, so she had no choice but to agree, though she couldn't help feeling a little guilty.

As a result, I spent half a day looking at them today but couldn't find a suitable one. I spent another half a day looking on them the next day before I finally found one that met Zheng Hong's requirements.

It's a relatively old neighborhood, but the location is just right. It's less than two kilometers from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and only 400 meters from the nearest subway station. There are also markets, supermarkets, and other convenience stores nearby.

The house is indeed old and small, with a small kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom, but it has the advantage of having a small living room.

Zheng Hong was thinking of buying a sofa bed so that Tao Tao would have a place to stay when he came back.

Although the house is old and run-down, it will definitely look different once she cleans and decorates it properly.

Most importantly, it's really cheap.

"Now that the housing problem is solved, Auntie, you should tell Tao Tao. He's starting work the day after tomorrow, so have him go with you tomorrow to buy some daily necessities, otherwise you definitely won't be able to manage on your own."

Zheng Hong nodded, took out her phone and sent a message to her son, but didn't get a reply for a long time.

She tried calling again, but no one answered.

Zheng Hong immediately became anxious: "Aci, Tao Tao isn't replying to messages or answering the phone, could something have happened?"

Upon hearing this, Shen Ci quickly reassured her, "No, don't worry. When I added him on WeChat before, he only accepted my request at night. Let me ask Xiaomin."

Shen Ci sent another message to Xiao Min.

Xiaomin replied, "When Tao Tao doesn't have classes, he works part-time at McDonald's, which is located on the first floor of the Jinbaolu Shopping Mall, diagonally opposite the University of Science and Technology of China."

Shen Ci understood and showed the message to Zheng Hong, who looked shocked, clearly unaware that her son was working part-time outside of school: "He didn't tell me! This kid... instead of studying properly, why is he going out to work!"

Although she said that, how could Zheng Hong not know why her sensible son did it?

The two went directly to the McDonald's that Xiaomin had mentioned.

"Welcome! You can order by scanning the QR code in front, or by paying with WeChat or Alipay."

"8223, 8223, your meal is ready, customer."

At the front desk, Shen Tao, dressed in his uniform, worked diligently and conscientiously, greeting every customer with a smile and providing patient service.

Zheng Hong stood at the door for a while before walking forward with Shen Ci.

"Welcome, Mom...?"

Upon seeing his mother, Shen Tao was stunned for a moment, and then he noticed Shen Ci: "Sister..."

In a corner of the restaurant by the window, Shen Tao brought over a plate of hamburgers, chicken wings, fries, and drinks: "Mom, Sis, you haven't eaten yet, have you? This is all freshly made, and there's an employee discount."

Zheng Hong looked at her son, who was wearing a red hat with a large "M" printed in the middle.

"When did you find this job? Why didn't you tell me?"

Shen Tao grinned, looking nonchalant: "What kind of job is this? It's just a part-time job to earn some extra money in your spare time, so you can work less hard."

"When did Mom ever say she was tired?"

“I can see how hard you’re working, but you certainly wouldn’t tell me. It’s really nothing, Mom, don’t worry. I only work a few hours a day, it won’t interfere with my studies or my rest.” As she spoke, she picked up a hamburger and handed it to her mother: “Try it, it’s a new product, it’s delicious.”

Zheng Hong glanced at the hamburger, then looked up at the restaurant. Because it was right next to the University of Science and Technology of China, most of the customers could be recognized as university students at a glance.

But the son was neither afraid nor concerned about being seen by his classmates, just to lighten his burden.

"Mom, why did you suddenly come without saying a word?" He looked at Shen Ci: "And you're with my sister."

Where are you staying? How many days are you going to stay?

"Didn't you bring any luggage?"

Shen Tao asked a barrage of questions, his tone full of concern for his mother.

When Zheng Hong thought about what she was going to tell her son, an irrepressible smile finally appeared on her face: "Mom has found a job in Longcheng. I'm staying here to accompany you while you study. I've already found a place for you, near your school."

Happy Lunar New Year's Eve, my darlings!