pjbooks Chapter 43 Mutual Help
Chapter 43 Mutual Help
After a thorough investigation, it was finally discovered that
Besides Ma Junjie losing 500 yuan, a huge loss,
Then, Skinny Monkey lost a bottle of Bawang anti-hair loss shampoo, and Fat Tiger lost his favorite, well-worn picture book of beautiful women.
When Fat Tiger heard the news, he felt as if his wife had died, and the watermelon in his hand suddenly lost its flavor.
He cursed,
"Damn it, whoever took my art book, may they be childless and have a rotten ass!"
Wang Hu laughed.
"Gian, if the person who stole your things knew that your picture book had pictures of your descendants, they probably wouldn't have taken it, right?"
Fat Tiger glared at Wang Hu, muttering curses under his breath.
Ma Junjie remained frowning, deep in thought.
At this moment, the skinny monkey walked over and said,
"Brother Jie, it seems like our dorm has been targeted by outsiders. We need to be more careful from now on."
"Damn it, that piece of trash! I finally mustered up the courage to buy a bottle of Jackie Chan's shampoo, and before I even used it, it got stolen! Holy crap!"
Wang Hu also offered words of comfort.
"Ah Jie, don't be too sad. Like Skinny Monkey said, our dorm has been targeted by outsiders. If they steal it, there's no way we'll find it!"
"You'll learn from your mistakes. Just be more careful and attentive next time."
Ma Junjie glanced at the group of people, said nothing, stood up, and walked out.
"Hey, A-Jie, where are you going?" Wang Hu shouted from behind.
Ma Junjie didn't turn around and walked straight outside.
After walking for a while,
I heard a burst of laughter behind me.
"Haha, this country bumpkin, he's like he's lost his soul after losing his money, still thinking he can get it back? What a pipe dream!"
Ma Junjie stood still, having heard clearly.
That's Wang Hu's voice.
There were other people laughing along.
Ma Junjie took a few steps and threw the watermelon in his hand into the trash can with a "thud".
After going downstairs, Ma Junjie found that many people were already rushing into the workshop.
He thought for a moment and then walked into the workshop.
I worked in a daze all afternoon.
Wang Xiaohua noticed that Ma Junjie was acting strangely and tried to talk to him several times, but Ma Junjie didn't respond.
When it was 5:30, the day she was supposed to get off work, Wang Xiaohua immediately stopped Ma Junjie and asked him with concern,
"Ah Jie, what's wrong? Are you alright?"
Ma Junjie noticed Wang Xiaohua's extremely worried expression, a worry that didn't seem like the roommates' out of curiosity or a desire for amusement.
After thinking about it, Ma Junjie decided to tell her about the money he had lost.
Wang Xiaohua was also extremely disappointed upon hearing this, and sighed heavily, shaking her head.
"Sigh, Ah-Jie, the thing I feared most has happened. It's my fault!"
"The reason I asked you to move out before was not only because I was worried you weren't getting enough rest, but also because I was afraid you'd lose your things. Who knew you'd have left so much money there!"
"Oh, what a pity, what a pity!"
Ma Junjie asked,
"Sister Wang, will calling the police do any good?"
Wang Xiaohua paused for a moment, then shook her head.
"It's basically useless; it's very difficult to catch people."
"This kind of thing happens all the time. Once something is lost, people just accept their bad luck."
Ma Junjie gritted his teeth and cursed as he listened.
"hateful!"
Seeing that Ma Junjie looked angry, Wang Xiaohua patted him on the shoulder and comforted him.
"Ah Jie, forget it. What's done is done, so don't think about it too much."
"Losing things is something that almost every working person has to go through. Back when I lived in a dormitory, I lost five sets of underwear in one month..."
"By the way, Ah Jie, do you have any money left? I'll lend you 200 yuan to use first. I don't have any more, but don't worry about it."
Ma Junjie was a little surprised, looking at Wang Xiaohua.
He never expected that Wang Xiaohua, whom he had met by chance and had no connection with, would be so generous, and he was deeply moved.
Seeing that Ma Junjie hadn't said anything,
Wang Xiaohua smiled and tugged at Ma Junjie's hand.
"Ah Jie, come with me back to my rented room. I'll get you some money. I don't have any cash on me right now."
Ma Junjie was momentarily caught in a dilemma.
On the one hand, he was indeed penniless, and it would be almost 20 more days before he would receive his salary.
I only had 100 yuan on my meal card, which won't last until the end of the month.
Wang Xiaohua's 200 yuan was like a lifeline, helping her get through the difficult time.
But on the other hand, he felt it wasn't right to take Wang Xiaohua's money so rashly...
"Ah Jie, stop standing there, let's go!"
Seeing that Ma Junjie didn't move, Wang Xiaohua simply grabbed his hand and left.
"Sister Wang, I, I..." Ma Junjie was still hesitating.
"What do you mean 'what ...'? Listen to me, come back with me to get the money!'"
"By the way, have dinner at my place tonight!"
Wang Xiaohua spoke calmly and composedly, like a kind older sister talking to her younger brother.
Ma Junjie felt a little embarrassed being pulled along.
He had no choice but to say,
"Sister Wang, it's alright, I'll go with you, I'll go with you."
Wang Xiaohua then released Ma Junjie and smiled.
"Ah Jie, there's nothing to worry about. When you're away from home and your parents aren't around, you have to rely on your friends and help each other out."
"I see you as a reliable and kind person, and I'm willing to help you."
"I think if I encounter any difficulties, you would definitely help me without hesitation, right?"
Ma Junjie was inexplicably moved.
Nod vigorously
"Thank you, Sister Wang."
"I'm really causing you trouble."
Wang Xiaohua chuckled.
"Ah Jie, I can tell you're different from ordinary people. You'll definitely be rich and successful in the future."
"Don't underestimate a young man's potential. You're only down on your luck right now. Who knows how successful you'll become in the future? Don't forget your older sister Wang then!"
"Hahaha!" Ma Junjie laughed.
"Sister Wang, don't worry, I will always remember you."
Wang Xiaohua smiled happily and said...
"Let's go, we'll be home soon."
They said it would be quick, but Wang Xiaohua led Ma Junjie on a brisk walk for 15 minutes in the evening glow.
After passing through several dark alleys, I pushed open the iron door to a basement.
Wang Xiaohua said,
"Ah Jie, please come in. We've arrived at my home. The environment isn't very nice, but please don't mind."
Ma Junjie wiped the sweat from his forehead and laughed.
"I'm from the countryside, why would I look down on that?"
After thinking for a moment, he asked,
"Sister Wang, where are your husband and children? Are they home?"
Wang Xiaohua answered easily.
"My husband is working overtime at the factory today and won't be home for dinner. My daughter will eat at kindergarten before coming home."
Ma Junjie felt a little relieved and prepared to leave early. Then, he followed Wang Xiaohua into her rented room.
As soon as I stepped inside, it felt like the sky had instantly darkened.
It was too dark inside, so they opened a small skylight in the wall.
After standing there for a while, a damp, musty smell wafted over.
Ma Junjie frowned.
Even he, a countryman, seemed a bit disdainful.
This house is absolutely terrible.
Wang Xiaohua snapped the light on, and the room lit up.
Wang Xiaohua explained,
"Ah Jie, I was lucky with this place. Someone was moving out and I happened to be there. It only costs 100 yuan a month."
"It's a bit dark inside, but it's close to our factory, and there's a bathroom in the room, which is very convenient. I think it's a good deal."
"Ah Jie, if you're looking for something, I can give you some advice!"
Ma Junjie shook his head and gave a wry smile.
"Sister Wang, I don't have the money, so I won't consider it for now."
Upon hearing this, Wang Xiaohua smiled and said,
"Ah Jie, please have a seat. I'll go outside to cook some dishes. The rice will be ready by noon, so we can eat soon."
Ma Junjie looked around; besides a bed and a table, there was nowhere to sit.
Wang Xiaohua went outside to cook, and when she came back in to get something, she glanced at Ma Junjie and said...
"Ah Jie, it's okay, you can just sit on the bed."
Ma Junjie looked around; standing there alone was indeed boring.
After hesitating for a moment, I sat down on the bed.
As soon as I sat down,
With a loud bang, the iron gate was violently flung open...