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Chapter 648: Chapter 653: The Scholar’s Sister?_1
Qiao Duo’er brought up another matter, which was the Embroidery Room’s need for more workers.
"I think the Embroidery Room can accommodate twelve more people. Tomorrow, have Erhu take you to other villages to recruit people. The selection pool in just our village is too narrow."
It’s hard to find individuals who are both skilled and have good character. Even the Fat Aunt from Big Willow Village could only find those few people.
In this way, the villagers will feel that there are only a few good artisans available, so if not us, who else will they use?
With this mindset, it’s inevitable that they would become passive and neglect their duties.
"I met a few people when I went to town to sell embroidery products before, I’ll reach out to them. If they’re interested, you can review them afterward."
"If you think they’re good, that’s fine. I’ll come by to have a look when I’m free."
Qiao Duo’er was still searching for products suited for Duo Meifang and couldn’t make the time. Besides, she wanted to give Chao Lian a chance.
She hoped that Chao Lian could, like Hu’s Clan Big Girl, create her own place in the world.
In a panicked tone, Chao Lian said, "How could I be capable? You need to oversee this, otherwise I won’t feel secure." 𝖓𝔬𝔳𝔭𝖚𝖇.𝔠𝔬𝖒
"This task is yours now, don’t disappoint me. This is everything Ah Hong and I have," Qiao Duo’er said as she firmly decided on the matter, leaving Chao Lian no chance to refuse.
Chao Lian was nearly frantic. How could she shoulder such a huge responsibility?
What if something went wrong?
Wasn’t it initially agreed that she only needed to manage the quality of the embroidery and design patterns? Why had it suddenly changed?
"Recruiting a few people is not a big deal, and besides, isn’t Erhu there with you? Also, it’s not safe for the girls from outside the village to travel at night. It’s best to arrange for a bull cart to transport them, and the Embroidery Room will cover the cost."
Chao Lian was not eloquent, but Erhu was. Erhu could be careless, but Chao Lian was meticulous.
They complemented each other, and working together would be best.
With the mention of Erhu, Chao Lian finally relaxed a bit. She would give it a try, and if it didn’t work out, they would find someone else.
If she caused any loss to Qiao Duo’er, she would reimburse her with silver. This way, she could make peace with her conscience.
"Then I’ll also take a look at the distribution of the surrounding villages to minimize expenses," Chao Lian said weakly.
She knew that the Tan Family had saved up some silver, the amount of which she dared not contemplate.
They needed to stock up for next year’s shop opening, and there hadn’t been much income recently due to the Yin Family’s misdeeds, so saving every little bit counted.
Qiao Duo’er gave a thumbs-up: "You can tell you know how to manage a household. However, necessary expenses must still be met, with personal safety being of utmost importance."
Otherwise, an accident could lead to much greater compensation.
Chao Lian earnestly took on the responsibility, her mind already busy planning related matters.
Da Tao Village and Da Xing Village could be visited on the way, with one bull cart managing the transport.
Dali Village was in another direction and would require a separate cart.
Seeing Chao Lian with all her worries, Qiao Duo’er felt relieved.
Chao Lian wasn’t without means; she just lacked a bit of confidence. However, with time, she would realize her worth.
Outside the Embroidery Room, Little Wang Clan took several turns but couldn’t bring herself to enter.
Considering what she had done to the fourth branch of the family in the past, she couldn’t face entering because Qiao Duo’er certainly wouldn’t welcome her warmly.
But now, given her family’s situation, she desperately needed a job.
"Hey, isn’t that the Scholar’s sister? You’re not thinking of working here too, are you?" said a woman sarcastically.
After Little Wang Clan’s son became a Scholar, she practically held her head to the sky, and the thought of her smug face was still nauseating.
But good times don’t last forever, and tragedy soon struck.
The Wang Family’s son fell off a horse while racing, landed on his face, not only ruining his appearance but also blinding one eye. Thereafter, he had no chance of holding an official position.
