Why marry someone when you are reborn?

Xu Yun was only fourteen years old, and there was still a bit of childishness on his face.

Her gentle smile gave people a more well-behaved feeling.

The oldest one among the four couldn't help but think of his daughter.

Those who don’t have daughters also think of their younger sisters at home.

Shouldn't such a well-behaved, beautiful little girl be pampered by her family? Why did she come out?

It’s fine if you just come out, but why do you have to apply for a job with them!

The older one couldn't help but speak up and said, "This is not a joke, this is a serious matter."

My daughter is from her parents' home, and now she needs to settle down. It's best for her to stay at home, cook and make clothes. Looking for a job? Isn't that a joke?

He couldn't help but look at Xu Yun from head to toe: With such a small body, he probably can't even carry a pile of books!

Once someone spoke up, the others became less polite.

The youngest one also had a stern face: "Yes, little girl, you can't do these jobs. After collecting the books, you have to repair them. Even if you can recognize a few words and have read a few books, how can you repair them when the time comes?"

Xu Yun understood: the concern was fake, and the intention to squeeze out competitors was real.

She didn't want to waste time talking, so she just smiled and said nothing.

The four of them hit a snag and had no choice but to look away in disappointment.

But with Xu Yun around, the four of them instead had a vague desire to stick together, with a mentality of "it can be not me, but it definitely can't be this young lady."

Seeing that no one came to talk to him, Xu Yun went back into the library to read.

Time is short, and she just wants to cherish it.

This time, she didn't back out until the librarian called her.

This time, the owner of the bookstore came.

This is a relatively old man, with most of his beard gray. He is quite thin and looks very energetic.

His eyes swept across everyone's faces equally, except for Xu Yun's face, where he stayed a little longer.

Just a little bit.

The old shopkeeper had no extra expression on his face, and even asked coldly: "Are you all here to apply for a job?"

Everyone responded.

The old shopkeeper sat down on the vacant main seat and looked at the five people again: "Have you all studied? Have you followed any teachers or studied in any academy?"

The other four people were very happy and talked about their experiences.

Only Xu Yun did not speak: Later generations call this a resume. She really didn't have one.

It seems that it might not be so easy for her to grab this job today.

But even if you can't snatch it away, you can't let it go.

So Xu Yun hesitated for a moment, and after they stopped talking, he spoke: "I have never followed any teacher, nor have I studied in a college. However, I grew up in a Taoist temple. There are many old scriptures in the Taoist temple. Many of them are damaged, and the Taoist temple needs to be repaired."

She looked at the old shopkeeper with a smile: "I have also learned a little bit."

The old shopkeeper finally looked over and asked, "Can you repair it?"

Xu Yun didn't dare to exaggerate: "I only know the basics."

This is not a lie. There are indeed many old scriptures and notes in the Taoist temple. They are all collected and left by the temple masters of previous generations. And most of these scriptures and notes are quite... tattered.

Taoist temples will be dried and repaired regularly.

Xu Yun and his mother would also help out - if they didn't, the Taoist temple would not give them food.

So, Xu Yun really knows a little bit about it. But he actually hasn't practiced it very often.

After all, the Taoist priests would not let her mess around with their treasures. She just helped them, passing things, making paste, choosing paper, etc.

But there is no need to say this.

Xu Yun's expression was so calm and composed that it was easy to be misunderstood.

It's one of those "I'm just being modest" misunderstandings.

The old shopkeeper had a misunderstanding. But he was still a little hesitant.

The oldest applicant was called Xu Dong. When he saw this scene, he felt bad. But he was the oldest after all, so he quickly guessed the old shopkeeper's concerns and said decisively: "Even so, she is a woman after all-"

The old shopkeeper showed a hint of hesitation.

Xu Dong winked at the others.

The other three also came to their senses and started talking about their own advantages or the disadvantages of using women.

Xu Yun listened with a smile, then waited for a break and spoke up: "But now the king and his men all use women. If we also use women here——"

There is no need to finish the rest of the words, the old shopkeeper will naturally think about it.

After all, the largest bookstore in Peking must be backed by powerful people.

Sometimes, the preferences of those in power also need to be figured out and catered to by these people.

A thoughtful look appeared on the old shopkeeper's face.

Xu Yun laughed again.

As soon as Xu Dong and the other four saw the old shopkeeper's expression, they knew something was wrong. When they saw Xu Yun's smile, they all felt something was wrong: When she smiles, nothing good will happen! What is she going to say next?

Xu Yun smiled and said, "Men are always not as careful as women."

The old shopkeeper's heart moved.

Xu Dong and the other four: !!!

Xu Yun continued to smile.

The old shopkeeper was still pondering.

Xu Dong and the other four were already numb, but they were unwilling to give up. They hurriedly spoke again, each talking about their own advantages in an attempt to suppress Xu Yun.

The old shopkeeper finally finished his thoughts. He asked Xu Dong and the others a question: "Why do you want to do this job?"

Do you even need to ask? !

Xu Dong and the other three were almost roaring in their hearts: Of course it is to make money to support the family!

But no one told the truth.

They either say that they love reading, or that they love ancient books, but no one wants to be tainted by the smell of money!

However, most scholars in the world are like this.

Xu Yun was different from them. She said very frankly: "To support my family. I have a mother to support at home, and I also need to spend money, so if they really hire me, I will definitely work hard to keep my job!"

This reason is so simple that it makes people choke.

But Xu Yun still looked calm and sincere.

Although Xu Yun hadn't said anything yet, they had already made an association: all the men in her family must have died in the war, so she had to go out to find a job and take on the responsibility of supporting the family!

This is how sympathy is born.

This is the case with Xu Dong and several of his competitors, not to mention the old shopkeeper.

Of course, the old shopkeeper considered more, "Then the salary——"

Xu Yun said without hesitation: "Whatever you say, that's it."

This is a bit excessive, but she really needs this job!

The old shopkeeper made the decision: "First try him out for a month, and only pay him the apprentice's salary. If he's good enough, you can stay and I'll pay you the normal salary. One thousand two hundred coins a month."

One thousand two hundred coins was not considered high. In fact, the old shopkeeper had deliberately lowered the price.

Xu Dong understood that unless he said he didn't want even this amount, he would not be able to compete with the young lady in front of him.

He stood up and said goodbye promptly.

Several other people followed suit and said goodbye.

Xu Yun stood up, thanked the old shopkeeper, decided to start work officially the next morning, and left the bookstore.

As soon as the results came out, she was stopped by Xu Dong before she took two steps.

Xu Dong said gently: "I've been thinking about it, and I still have a few words to say to you. Come with me--"