booktalesy Chapter 5 doesn't seem like acting.
Chapter 5 doesn't seem like acting.
Leaving KFC...
Jiang Yu felt a bit top-heavy.
That was a double blow, both psychological and physical.
My savings account is down by more than a hundred yuan, and all I have in my stomach is a chicken wing and half a cup of cola.
Then look at the "younger sister" beside me...
After eating and drinking her fill, she held her own hand, humming a song, skipping and hopping as she walked, dodging manhole covers, having a wonderful time.
They didn't seem to suspect anything.
Jiang Yu breathed a sigh of relief for the time being.
Oh well, consider it a loss to avoid further trouble.
Let's order some Shaxian snacks when we get home.
……
The two crossed the zebra crossing and walked towards the entrance of the residential area.
Walking into the community…
From afar, a group of people could be seen gathered around the flower bed below Building No. 3.
Several elderly residents from the neighborhood committee, wearing red vests, huddled together and whispered among themselves.
A typical village intelligence post.
Zhang Guiqin was in the very center, her expressions as rich as if she were telling a story.
Jiang Yu's pace slowed down subconsciously.
He had a strong intuition…
These old men are chirping crickets at him.
really…
As soon as he appeared, a sharp-eyed middle-aged woman spotted him from a distance.
"Stop talking, he's back!"
The sound was neither too loud nor too soft, just enough for everyone to hear.
moment…
A dozen pairs of eyes, like searchlights, all focused on Jiang Yu.
Everyone's face had an expression that said, "Let me see if this kid is having a breakdown or not."
Jiang Yu's heart skipped a beat, but his face remained expressionless.
You absolutely cannot show weakness at this time.
He quickly composed himself, a bright and sunny smile appearing on his face.
"Aunt Zhang, Aunt Li, Uncle Zhao, have you eaten yet?"
His tone was so natural, as if nothing had just happened.
Zhang Guiqin looked him up and down, then smiled with narrowed eyes.
"Hey, Xiaoyu, you've taken your little sister out to play?"
This question seems casual...
But Jiang Yu sensed a probing tone in his voice.
He turned to the side and naturally reached out to pat Jiang Ning's head.
"Yes, this girl is angry with me. She blames me for teasing her, so I'll take her out for KFC to apologize."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Ning immediately crossed her arms and became haughty.
"You're always teasing me. I won't be so easy to fool next time, hmph!"
After she finished speaking, she puffed out her cheeks and punched Jiang Yu's arm with her little fist.
Coupled with her pitiful expression…
She's practically the epitome of a poor little sister who gets bullied by her brother.
"Okay, there won't be a next time. I won't joke around like that again." Jiang Yu smiled and pinched Jiang Ning's little cheek.
"I don't believe you! You said the same thing last time!" Jiang Ning protested, pouting.
The elderly people around were amused and smiled knowingly.
Zhang Guiqin's expression also relaxed considerably.
But a hint of suspicion still lingered in her eyes when she looked at Jiang Yu.
She felt that Jiang Yu didn't seem to be acting.
Either the acting was too good.
Jiang Yu felt the other person's gaze.
But instead of dodging, he went to meet him openly and generously.
"Aunt Zhang, I'm so sorry about what happened earlier. I shouldn't have joked like that. It's all my friend's fault for giving such bad advice. I'll definitely teach him a lesson later!"
He brought up what had just happened, which made him seem quite open and honest.
Zhang Guiqin smiled and waved her hand.
"It's alright, it's alright. Young people like to have fun, I understand."
"Okay, then Xiao Ning and I will head back first."
"Okay, go back now."
Jiang Yuchong and the other elderly folks waved goodbye and left with Jiang Ning.
Walk a dozen or so steps...
He could still feel the gazes on him from behind.
He only let out a long breath after turning into the building entrance and completely out of sight.
Damn, that was close...
I don't know if it was because of the heat or because what happened was too exciting...
Jiang Yu was already drenched in sweat.
Fortunately, Zhang Guiqin's side has been dealt with for the time being, and it seems that the problem is not serious.
All you need to do now is play the role of "older brother" well.
Thinking about this…
He glanced down at Jiang Ning beside him.
Jiang Ning was secretly tugging at the hem of his shirt to wipe the sweat from her forehead.
After wiping my nose, I blew it as well.
"..."
He didn't want to talk to this unhygienic little thing anymore.
……
The two entered the house.
The air conditioning inside was chilly; it was like a completely different world from outside.
"It's so hot! It's so hot..."
Jiang Ning happily ran to the kitchen and opened the refrigerator.
"I want to eat a Lao Zhong Jie skewer, bro, do you want some?"
"I'm not eating anymore, you can eat it yourself."
"oh…"
Jiang Yu ignored Jiang Ning.
He plopped down on the sofa, his mind completely absorbed in his "release plan".
But my mind is a mess, and I have no ideas at all.
Forget it, let's get down to business first.
He got up and walked to his computer desk, ready to submit more resumes.
Regardless of whether or not this suddenly appearing "sister" exists, he still needs to find a job.
He opened his resume…
"Bachelor's degree, majoring in civil engineering, with several part-time jobs during my studies..."
These conditions are practically worthless in the job market.
In particular, he also has a history of mental illness.
This is terrible in the world we've traveled to.
Yes, Jiang Yu is a time traveler.
Before he traveled through time, he was a truck driver.
During a delivery trip, after driving for more than ten hours straight, he felt a bit sleepy, which caused him to blink a dozen seconds slower...
When he opened his eyes again, he was lying in his crib.
The world he transmigrated to wasn't much different from his previous life; he still had his own name and body, except that he had become an orphan.
and also…
The world is very unfriendly to people with mental illness.
Whether you go to a park or a crowded place...
Security personnel or cameras at the entrance will scan your face to check if you have a history of mental illness.
Finding a job is out of the question.
Some mild symptoms are fine.
Given Jiang Yu's "disrespect for people" symptoms, no company dares to hire him at present.
Many companies are too lazy to even reply to his resume.
Only one HR representative sympathized with his situation and responded to him.
"We really can't hire you given your condition. The boss is worried you might suddenly develop a serious illness and become unrecognizable, then beat up your colleagues..."
Jiang Yu stared at the resume on the screen for a long time.
The illness definitely cannot be hidden.
Even if you try to hide it, it will be found out during the pre-employment physical examination.
Not only will you lose your job, but you might also be blacklisted.
Then we have to approach it from other angles.
He polished the section about part-time jobs during school again.
"Responsible for the daily organization and restocking of supermarket shelves, ensuring that goods are displayed neatly and attractively..."
"Assist in handling customer inquiries and complaints, and maintain good customer relationships..."
Then I added a paragraph to the "My Strengths" section:
"I don't understand labor law, I'm emotionally stable and will never change jobs, I'm capable of handling any position, I'm single with no family pressure, I'm available 24/7 and ready to work overtime at any time, I can drink 2 jin of baijiu and 3 cases of beer, I don't care about salary, I only care about career development..."
After making the revisions, he selected several more companies and submitted his resume.
This time, he invested in all small companies, studios, and startups…
The wages are outrageously low.
3000, 3500, 4000...
In a coastal second-tier city with a relatively high cost of living, this amount of money is barely enough to survive.
But Jiang Yu couldn't care less about that anymore.
He urgently needs to find a job.
Otherwise, even rent would be a problem.
"Brother, what are you doing?"
A soft, sweet voice came from behind.
"Looking for a job," Jiang Yu said without turning his head.
"Looking for... a job?"
Jiang Ning tilted her head, her expression a little strange.
It was as if he was pondering some unbelievable question.
"Brother, why do you need to find a job?"
Jiang Yu laughed at the question.
That's a question...
It's as if they're Celestial Dragons.
"How can I earn money if I don't work? How can I support you if I don't earn money?" Jiang Yu said earnestly.
Jiang Ning's mouth opened slightly after hearing this.
It seemed like they wanted to say something.
But she hesitated for a moment.
In the end, he just nodded and didn't say anything.