Daddy's Gourmet Shop

Chapter 59: This Way Daddy Won't Have to Work So Hard


Ding Suqin, 39 years old this year.

She has been working in the city since she was 20 years old, and later met her husband in the process.

Soon after, she married him.

The following year, she gave birth to a daughter and became a full-time mother.

Her husband opened a small fruit shop.

Their relationship was always good.

The change happened in August this year.

A group of unexpected guests suddenly came to her husband's fruit shop.

As soon as they entered, they started smashing things.

At first, she thought they were some unemployed youths causing trouble.

Who could have thought...

This group of people was actually creditors.

At that moment, Ding Suqin found out that her husband, who liked to play cards, had accumulated over 300,000 in gambling debts outside.

She hadn't even recovered from this bad news!

Another piece of bad news suddenly struck her.

Her husband had an affair...

Eight years after they got married, he had an extramarital affair, and for all these years, he had a family outside.

He hid it from her so well!

Her heart felt dead, but facing her 16-year-old daughter, she was filled with boundless sadness.

By this time, divorce was the only correct choice.

After the divorce.

Her ex-husband gave her the fruit shop.

But what good is this shop?

She didn't know how to manage it, and having this shop just meant a place for creditors to come asking for debts.

She could only transfer the shop!

They had almost no property to divide, the house they lived in was bought by his parents, and her name wasn't on the property deed.

Because of the debt, their Toyota car had already been pawned...

After the divorce, she naturally moved out, and as she didn't have much savings, she rented a small room in this old neighborhood.

She began a life relying on each other with her daughter!

But she didn't want to accept her fate, at least for her daughter's sake, she couldn't let their lives fall into ruin.

She had to earn money!

But having stayed away from society for years, with no skills, no education, and no looks, it was hard for her to find a decent job.

She could only do odd jobs.

But even for odd jobs, there wasn't work every day.

Like today, on a rainy day, even if she went out, she might not find work to do!

Ah!

Ding Suqin sighed helplessly and awkwardly promoted herself: "Well... if any of you know anyone who needs a part-time worker to clean houses, or if someone's family has someone unwell and needs care, you can contact me. I'm excellent at housekeeping and taking care of people."

"My family currently doesn't need one, but I can keep an eye out for you. If someone needs one, I can recommend you. Wait a moment, let's exchange contact numbers, or I could put an ad on the back of my cab seat. If a passenger sees it and needs it, they can contact you directly."

Yang Zhi thought everyone has a hard time; helping when you can is the right thing to do.

Of course, it's not just Yang Zhi who had this thought.

Huang Tao also had the same idea.

He was currently short on efficient workers, and this Ding Suqin before him seemed like a good candidate.

Huang Tao offered her an opportunity: "Hello, I have a small eatery over on West City Old Street, called So Delicious. I'm currently hiring, needing an efficient worker, with a salary of 4,500 yuan, a one-month probation, and the salary will be 5,500 yuan after the probation, providing social insurance, two days off each month, and meals covered. If you perform well, there will also be bonuses at the end of the month. If you're interested, you can come to my shop for an interview."

With meals covered, a probation salary of 4,500 yuan, increasing to 5,500 yuan after probation, social insurance, two days off a month, and bonuses at the end of the month.

This was simply a dream job.

At least, for Ding Suqin, given her current situation, it was.

Heaven showed mercy…

Going out today, she not only met kind people but also met benefactors!

Hearing this, Ding Suqin's eyes lit up, instantly energized: "I'm interested, I'm interested. Then I won't go to the labor market, I'll just follow you to your shop for the interview?"

Just the phrase "meals covered" was tempting enough that even Yang Zhi felt a bit tempted; if it weren't for already having a job, he would have wanted to apply.

Huang Tao smiled: "Sure, the job mainly involves cashiering, serving food, cleaning, and other chores."

"Boss, I can do serving and cleaning, I'll be extra careful with the cashiering, I won't make a mistake."

"Alright, then it's you!"

"Ah..."

Ding Suqin looked delighted: "Boss, you mean I'm hired?"

"Yes, that's right! Just remember to bring me your health certificate."

"Okay, boss, I have the health certificate, thank you for giving me this opportunity, thank you, you're all good people…" Ding Suqin nodded gratefully toward Huang Tao and Yang Zhi.

"No need to thank me, I'll have a contract ready later, if you have things to settle today, you can go home and take care of them, and come to work tomorrow."

"No need, I can start working right now."

The sooner she starts, the sooner she can get paid.

This job, for her, is undoubtedly hope!

Xuanxuan's eyes arched happily, glad that dad had found someone.

This way dad wouldn't have to work too hard.

So nice!

"Sure, up to you…"

Now, with the hiring of a general employee settled, all that's left is an assistant chef!

Huang Tao thought of the 9.9 yuan he spent.

Hmm!

This money should be somewhat valuable, right?

He opened the recruitment software to see if there was any good news.

Hmm.

There really was one.

Someone submitted a resume, asking for a time to interview today.

Looks like the money spent was indeed a bit worthwhile!

After looking at the resume, it seemed okay and met his requirements for a kitchen assistant, so he replied that they could come for an interview after 9 a.m., and if it was still raining heavily, the interview could be postponed.

"Papa, we're at the store…" Xuanxuan held his hand, pointing out the window.

Upon hearing this, both Huang Tao and Ding Suqin opened their payment codes, intending to scan and pay, but were quickly stopped by Yang Zhi: "No, no need, Boss Huang…"

"You also work hard for your money, how can I not pay!"

"When I picked you up, I didn't plan on charging you at all, alright, just keep it."

Huang Tao and Ding Suqin, unable to resist his kindness, had to agree.

"Thanks then, if you have time, come by for some Shengjianbao, as much as you like." Huang Tao thanked Yang Zhi, opened an umbrella, and carried Xuanxuan out of the car.

"Alright!"

"Thank you, uncle, the road is slippery on rainy days, drive carefully…"

Xuanxuan stood in the store, waved at Yang Zhi through the glass.

After bidding farewell to Yang Zhi, they welcomed the vegetable stall owner and Chen Weihao, delivering goods in the rain.

On rainy days like these, the vegetable stall owner and Chen Weihao usually don't help with deliveries.

But the goods Huang Tao needed, they still delivered on time.

Otherwise, in this weather, if Huang Tao had to take Xuanxuan to the vegetable market, they'd either get drenched like wet hens, or exhausted.

Grateful to all these lovely people, for their support and help along the way.

Everyone busied themselves unloading goods.

"Boss, let me..."

Ding Suqin took a big step forward, directly snatching the bag of pork Huang Tao was about to take, hugging it.

"This is a bit heavy, let me do it..."

"No problem!" Ding Suqin strode towards the kitchen: "This is nothing, back in my hometown, when wild boars came down the mountain, it was me who dragged them back after my dad and brother took them down together."

Huang Tao: "..."

This sister, she looks so small and thin, but didn't expect her to be so fierce!

Impressive, impressive!

Quick-witted, diligent, and strong.

Looks like he found a gem!

The vegetable stall owner and Chen Weihao were puzzled when they saw Ding Suqin and subconsciously thought of the recruitment notice Huang Tao had posted at the door, and understood.

Sincerely thinking that with Huang Tao having an assistant, he'll be bringing new dishes to the menu, and his business will only get better.

If they just stick with Huang Tao, they'll never worry about not having meat to eat…

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