Rebirth: Daily Face Slaps - Chapter 24

“Tingting, did you find a job so quickly? What kind of job is it? Is it tiring? Is the company reliable? Could it be a scam company? Should your uncle and aunt accompany you to check it out?”

One question after another, coupled with the rapid-fire delivery, might make anyone feel overwhelmed. But for Lin Mengting, who had been reborn, hearing her mother’s voice filled with concern and worry made her feel a lump in her throat and her eyes water.

In her previous life, Lin Mengting’s rebellious phase came very late.

How late?

She remembered being in her twenties, having been immersed in society for a long time, with her sharp edges worn down by the harsh realities of life. Each day was spent rushing around like everyone else, without knowing what she was rushing for.

In such circumstances, whenever she saw news reports about “the chosen ones,” she couldn’t help but feel resentment—why was she born into this family? Why did her parents listen to their elders so much? Why did they never think about her?

This led to endless arguments and harsh words.

Years later, when Lin Mengting finally came to her senses from that frenzied state, she was filled with pain and regret. Even though she had brought her parents to live with her, she often wondered If she hadn’t argued with her parents back then, if she hadn’t hurt them, would their health and spirits be better now?

Fortunately, now, everything could still be salvaged.

Lin Mengting took a deep breath, dispelling her chaotic thoughts, and said, “Mom, write down the company’s phone number and address. It’ll be easier to find me later.”

Yufeng Qing agreed and quickly grabbed a pen and paper to jot down the company’s contact information and address before asking, “How’s the company’s treatment?”

“The probation period base salary is 1800 yuan, with 500 yuan reimbursement, 300 yuan meal allowance, 500 yuan housing allowance, and a 20% commission,” Lin Mengting replied with a smile, already able to predict her mother’s shock and disbelief on the other end of the phone.

It couldn’t be helped; her parents’ combined salary was less than 1000 yuan!

“So high?!” Yufeng Qing exclaimed, unable to hold back, “Could it be like that quality education base you went to before, where they advertised high salaries to attract young people, only to pay whatever they wanted once you were hooked?”

Indeed!

The tour guide job she mocked earlier had also offered a salary of 1500 yuan, with accommodation provided but not meals, plus extra allowances.

But in reality?

In her previous life, despite working at the quality education base for over a year, Lin Mengting never earned more than 1000 yuan a month!

“That definitely won’t happen!” Knowing the true identity of the big boss behind Hongxing International Transport Agency, Lin Mengting confidently reassured her mother, “The owner of this company has businesses all over the world. This time, he chose to enter the mainland market after careful consideration and selected S City as the location for his first mainland branch. Besides, Mom, I signed a labor contract with the company. If there’s any problem, I can go to the labor bureau to sort it out.”

Yufeng Qing sighed with relief before asking, “Did you show the labor contract to your uncle and aunt?”

“Yes. Uncle and Aunt said the labor contract is very standard and there’s no problem.” Lin Mengting said, “Mom, don’t worry. With Uncle and Aunt watching over me, I won’t be fooled!”

“Even so…” Yufeng Qing shook her head, her mind returning to when Lin Mengting first arrived in S City and was tricked into working as a general laborer by her third uncle and aunt. She felt a surge of hatred for the “black-hearted” relatives who had repeatedly harmed their family.

“Anyway, you need to be careful out there.”

…

Only when Yufeng Qing’s mouth felt dry, and she picked up her cup to drink water, did Lin Mengting say, “When I get my salary, I’ll send money to you. From now on, buy whatever you want, eat whatever you like, and don’t be so frugal.”

“Send money? Your dad and I earn enough to cover our expenses!”

Even though Lin Mengting didn’t explicitly say it, the underlying message of “I’ll take care of the family from now on” was evident.

Yufeng Qing felt a lump in her throat, her eyes watering. She couldn’t help but wipe her face, while scolding lightly, “You’re alone in S City, unfamiliar with the place. Save up some money for emergencies. You don’t want to be begging for help if you need money suddenly.”

Okay, at this point, Yufeng Qing habitually forgot about Lin Yian and Wang Qin, the “local guardians,” and Lin Mengting tacitly didn’t mention them either. Instead, she changed the topic, “Mom, don’t tell anyone about my new job yet.”

After a pause, she added meaningfully, “Especially not Uncle and Aunt.”

“Do you think your mother is as thoughtless as some older people?” Yufeng Qing scolded lightly, gripping the phone tightly, her fingers turning pale from the pressure.

What kind of harsh experiences must one go through to change a girl who once believed “people are inherently good” so drastically in such a short time?

This was something Lin Mengting hadn’t anticipated.

In her past and present lives, she had always preferred to “share the good news and keep the bad news to herself,” forgetting that her reborn self was fundamentally different from her younger self in words, actions, and personality.

To her family, who cared deeply for her and hadn’t seen her in a long time, these changes indicated she had endured significant hardships.

“They say ‘a mother’s love is the greatest,’ but to me, you’re the most incredible!” Such flattering words from Lin Mengting sounded sincere and heartfelt.

“Just trying to make me happy!” Yufeng Qing scolded lightly, feeling her complex emotions of worry and fear slowly easing.

No matter what, Lin Mengting’s current changes made her better suited to this society…