Chapter 207: Disdain for Your Poverty, Fear of Your Wealth
Shen Meng clocked out and pulled a large bag of candied haws from her bag, giving two to Shirley when she saw her.
"I bought them at the Cooperative Society on my way, how was your day at work? Did you get along well with your coworkers?"
Shirley didn’t hesitate, taking them and putting them directly into her own bag. Shen Meng disliked pretentious people the most, giving the candied haws to her, if she had declined before accepting, she might have been scolded.
"Very pleasant, with Director Cheng backing me, everyone in the canteen was quite nice to me. The lady cutting the vegetables must have heard somehow that my family is having a hard time, and when she was leaving, she secretly slipped me a small piece of cured meat, look."
Shen Meng glanced at it, indeed very small, the size of a baby’s fist, but it was definitely a gesture of kindness.
"Wow, it’s really good meat. It seems you get along well with this lady, but don’t let others know about this. The hospital supplies are for employees, sometimes there are leftovers, and it’s normal for everyone to sneak some home. But since it’s not much, just hide it well and take it home. Oh yes, just to be safe, next time this lady gives you something, you can show it to Dr. Cheng at noon and tell her. Dr. Cheng may not want it, but it’s good for her to know."
Shirley understood and nodded, putting the meat away. Her first day at work not only brought her some meat but also candied haws for her children. She felt hopeful about the future.
Uncle Guai was waiting for them at the main crossroads, with many people already on the bus, most from Lu Family Village. When they saw Shen Meng and Shirley approaching, they greeted them warmly.