Chapter 619: What Are You Even Angry About? Who Do You Think You

Liu Chuxue pedaled away far into the distance, then turned to look back and saw Liu Jiandong jumping high into the air, punching at nothing.

Unaware that Liu Chuxue would turn around, he remained frozen mid-punch—neither continuing the motion nor lowering his arm—and this directly amused her: so defiant, so useless, yet so full of delusions.

Even if I had the ability, I wouldn't help him.

Earlier, the whole family tried to scheme for my job; now they've changed tactics, but no matter what grand plans they concoct, they'll get nothing from me.

I can't get him into the factory, but I have plenty of ways to keep him out.

In just this short time, Liu Chuxue arrived near the health center, found a secluded spot, took out a small bag of roasted mountain goods, and placed it in the front basket of her bicycle.

Elder Liu has helped my family several times; though he never asks for anything in return, I can't be ungrateful—relationships thrive on mutual giving: "Elder Liu, I've brought your bicycle back."

Liu Laoqi was locked in battle over the chessboard, looked up, and chuckled: "Why the rush? You didn't have to come all this way."

Liu Chuxue propped up the bike and placed the roasted mountain goods beside the chessboard: "Elder Liu, these are roasted mountain goods I brought back from the Northeast—I brought some for you to try."

She added with a grin: "Don't you dare say it's too little."

Liu Laoqi glanced sideways at the bag beside him.

Liu Chuxue promptly opened the bag, revealing roasted pine nuts and roasted hazelnuts: "Oh, these are good stuff—big pieces too. You must've gone through a lot of trouble."

Seeing Elder Liu's pleasure, her face lit up with a smile as she whispered: "I went along with the factory crew; the logistics team deals with that region constantly, so I naturally benefited too."

Then, remembering something, she waved her hand: "Don't misunderstand—these were bought with my own money; I just got better quality because of the connections."

Hearing her reply, everyone burst into laughter.

Liu Chuxue felt too embarrassed to stay longer: "Elder Liu, it's getting late—I'll head back now."

Liu Laoqi didn't try to keep her: "Your mother's pregnancy was hard-won; pay attention. Take leave when you can and come home often to look after her—don't let anything go wrong again."

The meaning behind his words was crystal clear: "Understood, Elder Liu."

On the other side, Liu Jiandong, furious at Liu Chuxue's indifference, had no choice but to turn and head home after she vanished into the distance.

As soon as he stepped inside, Ding Surong rushed out to meet him: "How was it? Any news?"

Liu Jiandong shook his head: "No. I waited there the whole time—no one posted any labor notice."

"How could that be? The man clearly said..."

Just as she realized she'd nearly slipped up, her mind reacted quickly: "Didn't I tell you to buy a pack of cigarettes and get closer to the gatekeeper? Maybe you'd pick up some insider info?"

"What kind of place is the steel mill? Do you think you can just do whatever you want there?"

"What are you even angry about? Who are you doing this for?"

"Fine, fine, it's my fault—I shouldn't have snapped at you. I was just upset, so I spoke without thinking. Don't be mad at me."

"It's fine. No notice today doesn't mean none tomorrow. Go again tomorrow."

But as soon as she finished speaking and saw Liu Jiandong still scowling, her own temper flared: "Where did you get this grudge? Why are you taking it out on me?"

(End of Chapter)