Chapter 1642: Deal

Liu Chuxue saw Wei Ruhua remained silent for so long, so she led her into the main hall first.

After pouring her a glass of water, she said: "I have matters to attend to soon, time is short, so speak quickly if you have anything to say."

This was not Liu Chuxue saying it on purpose; she truly had matters to attend to.

Wei Ruhua lifted the cup and took a sip: "You heard from the neighbors yesterday about my family's situation. I returned on a leave to visit relatives and cannot stay at home for long. I lack the ability to return to Huicheng by passing the university entrance exam, so I can only think of other ways."

Stopping here as if gathering courage, she took a deep breath and continued: "I know you and your husband are capable, so please help me."

Liu Chuxue frowned directly: "If you had not collapsed outside my gate yesterday, I would not even know who you are. How do you think I would help you?"

Hearing this, Wei Ruhua's face flushed red: "I know my request is somewhat presumptuous."

After pausing for a few breaths, she continued: "I will not lie to you. I know that with the restoration of the college entrance exam, we educated youths will be able to return to Huicheng in batches over the next few years, but I do not want to wait. Please help me."

Before Liu Chuxue could refuse, she added: "In a few more years, policies will change. By then, as long as you need me and are willing to trust me, I will tie a knot of grass and repay you with my life, following you with all my strength."

Hearing these words, Liu Chuxue's heart churned like a stormy sea: Did this Wei Ruhua have some kind of extraordinary encounter, or did this girl undergo rebirth after facing life and death yesterday?

Liu Chuxue stared at her steadily: "Who can know what has not happened? On what basis should I believe you?"

Wei Ruhua took a deep breath: "I know nothing I say now will make you believe me, but I can sign a guarantee for you. If one day you need me, I will help you unconditionally. If you do not need me, I will repay this favor with money at double the amount; as for the sum, you decide."

Fearing Liu Chuxue still might not agree to help, Wei Ruhua said: "With your capabilities, it should not be too difficult to find me a temporary job. It costs you nothing, but the meaning is vastly different for me. Afterwards, I will either repay this favor through labor or through money; I certainly will not let you lose out."

Liu Chuxue could not help but smile at the corners of her mouth: "You are quite bold. Tell me, why did you choose my family?"

Seeing Liu Chuxue smile, Wei Ruhua breathed a huge sigh of relief: "In this neighborhood, everyone is a long-term resident. Most cannot even take care of their own families, let alone help me. The remaining few families either have poor character or have too great an age gap, creating communication barriers. My time is limited, and I do not want to waste it on those who are impossible."

Liu Chuxue sized her up from head to toe: "Deal."

Liu Chuxue was no doormat. Whether this person had an extraordinary encounter or was reborn, she indeed needed manpower in the coming days. Even if the girl proved useless, there would be no loss.

Given the girl's courage and clear eyes, plus the fact that Liu Chuxue felt no ill will toward her, as she had said, there should be no loss: "Do you want to stay at home, or do you want to be further away from home?"

Wei Ruhua clearly did not expect there to be a choice: "As long as it is within the city, that is fine. If the workplace can arrange accommodation, that would be best."

Liu Chuxue nodded: "I understand."

Wei Ruhua, feeling somewhat awkward instead, asked: "When will the agreement be signed?"

Liu Chuxue did not say anything about not needing to sign. On the contrary, she seriously listed several clauses according to her own thoughts. After Wei Ruhua read them and raised no objections, both signed their full names and pressed their fingerprints.