Chapter 02: Rootless Drifting

The distant chubby fellow became excited at the sight of a fight, boastingly shouting: "Yo yo yo, bang bang bang, defeating monsters, drop the gear"

He Zhuangzhuang was in such a state of despair, holding onto his plastic girlfriend, that he couldn't even bother to chase after the delivery guy, rushing upstairs as if he were flying.

Three hours yielded two thin banknotes. Once the lively scene concluded, the shop became busy. The owner, a portly man who was not very athletic, handed money to Qiu Di and turned back to greet the customers. Qiu Di called out, "Hey, Boss Qi, are you coming again tomorrow"

"Yo yo yo, the sound of coins exploding everywhere!" The chubby man is shouting again

Ah? The delivery man was taken aback. He took a closer look at the young man, whose eyes were puffy and whose beard was unkempt. He seemed to fit the type who indulges in self-pleasure while fantasizing about women. The two stared at each other, and the delivery man chuckled, saying: "Haha... I was just joking, but I actually guessed it right this time. You really did order an inflatable doll. ... Hey, let me tell you, that thing is not usable; it has a terrible smell and is prone to tearing... I was just joking, but I actually guessed it right this time. You really did order an inflatable doll. ... Hey, let me tell you, that thing is not usable; it has a terrible smell and is prone to tearing... Really, there are even some oddballs who come to us for returns because they find it uncomfortable to use..."

Quickly dial 110

Yay! This is the first time I have the honor of being treated to a meal, I must go

It is extremely uncivilized

The residents of the capital do not look favorably upon outsiders, and even those outsiders who are doing well in the capital are not welcomed by those who are struggling at the bottom.

Oh, it hasn't been lost. From a distance, I saw a city management vehicle, fully loaded with various two-wheeled and three-wheeled vehicles, as well as all kinds of illegal stalls. I could vaguely see that delivery vehicle with a welded canopy. Qiu Di became anxious and ran towards it, desperately waving and shouting as he ran

This statement is effective, so those with three bicycles should quickly move them aside, as the delivery person's electric bike darted into the community like a swift fish

Unfortunate individuals each bear their own misfortunes. Geng Baolei silently walks along the empty street, his silhouette elongated by the streetlights, his gaze as lost as his heart. The brilliantly lit marketplace seems merely to accentuate his solitude. The bustling night scene appears only to evoke a sense of desolation within him

I go!

As they were speaking, they were suddenly interrupted. Someone from the unit came out and heard them. A plump aunt carrying a vegetable basket curiously interjected, "Zhuang Zhuang, what is a inflatable doll?"

He bowed deeply in a circle, repeatedly apologized, and then quietly left

... ...

Is this another scam to collect registration fees?

The significance of the brand can be set aside, as these models hired at eighty yuan per hour cannot afford it anyway. One can see him dashing through the crowd, gliding like the wind, occasionally performing a front flip, a back flip, or a low split over the bar, always eliciting a chorus of boos followed by a round of applause.

There are more than ten floors. The young man got out of the car and glanced inside at a large packaging box. He took out his phone, found the number he had just dialed, and called it. As soon as the call connected, he said: "Is this He Zhuangzhuang? Oh, I am the delivery person. Your front desk does not accept signatures, and the elevator here is broken."

While running and shouting, bystanders A, B, C, and D stood dumbfounded, following his direction and looking ahead at the female thief, completely unaware that the thief had already slipped away beside them

Dazed from the blows and just about to defend himself, he unexpectedly found that his assailant was a skilled fighter. With a knee strike and an elbow jab, the man bent forward and then collapsed, landing on the ground in an extremely undignified position.

I rely on ... ...

The little mouth is quite sweet and sticky, both flattering and bowing in apology. The otaku brother managed to swallow his anger. Indeed, it’s not easy for anyone to deal with the heat and the library. While he was calming down, the courier tore off the package slip and handed it to him for a signature. The otaku signed his name, but as soon as the courier took the slip, the otaku suspiciously grabbed him and sternly asked, "You didn’t open my package, did you?"

He is determined to go to the Yuyuan Bridge area, which is two districts away and requires a two-hour bus ride. It is certainly safe, at least he can have a meal before leaving, it should be safe...

Oh dear, my reputation, it's completely ruined... The otaku raised the package box as if to smash it, but the delivery man sensed the situation was turning bad, jumped on his electric bike, and sped away, not forgetting to shout back: "Brother Zhuang, you still have a piece left on your underwear, it's showing."

Like all delivery workers who earn 0.8 yuan per item, this brother with a buzz cut, a trendy style this summer, wears a uniform vest from YTO Express. He rides a fully enclosed electric bicycle, a handcrafted model. The only difference is that this brother is a bit darker than most delivery workers, appears more robust, and speaks with a louder voice

"What is a man-woman resemblance?" the thin man exclaimed in astonishment

Oh

"You really hit the nail on the head. Everything can be abundant, except for people. Now, everywhere is cutting budgets and saving costs. We only charge a total of one thousand yuan. Laborers' wages are so high; can we even afford to hire them?" The driver added two more bills and said, "Seven hundred. If you want to go, go. At this price, you could find a girl from the Central Academy of Drama to chat with."

Beep... beep. The delivery rider's electric bike horn is sounding. He cannot afford to check his phone as he turns into the residential area, weaving through the narrow passage flanked by small vendors, pressing the horn and repeatedly calling out: "Make way... thank you... make way..."

It is actually true

"Sir, you must be joking. With the communication fee package, we are giving you a mobile phone," the promoter said

No need, the sales are quite good. I will contact you for the next season's promotion. This young man is quite strong; the female customers are all buying because of you. The boss left with a smile.

He is not foolish; he directly copied the actions and shouts, pointing forward and yelling: "Catch her, that woman is a thief"

Two people were shouting on the phone, and the delivery man wiped his sweat. He looked at the daunting rooftop and raised his phone, saying: "If you don't come down, I'm going to shout... He Zhuangzhuang on the seventeenth floor, your inflatable doll has arrived, hurry down to sign for it... He Zhuangzhuang on the seventeenth floor, do you still want this inflatable doll..."

Ah? So arrogant... Don't force me to use my ultimate move

The thin perpetrator, with a cunning demeanor, looked at the person lying on the ground who was about to speak and directly extended his foot. Oh no, a stinky sports shoe, which caused the person to choke and hold their breath.

Upon leaving the community, the delivery person's phone rang incessantly. It was an event organized by the East District Plaza for outdoor sports, urgently inviting him to perform parkour. He responded that he would be there shortly and accelerated his drive. Just as he put down his phone, he remembered a text message, scrolled through, and then saw a message like this:

The courier pondered that the name was correct; he was indeed called Qiu Di. The source of the resume was also accurate, as he had submitted one a long time ago at Hufangqiao. However, he was unclear about what the Harman Business Investigation Company was. Nevertheless, based on his experiences in recent years of being scammed out of deposits while renting, as well as being deceived by job application fees and training fees, his sense of caution told him: it was highly likely to be a fraud.

Where is my car

By the way, this is a transaction; the cost is to beat someone up, which amounts to the five hundred yuan in the driver's hand

Not right, hetushu.com. The voice is obviously thin and somewhat hoarse. I was originally prepared to flirt with a slender girl, but as I followed the promoter's face downwards and saw his Adam's apple, I was so shocked that I almost put my hand in my mouth, exclaiming in surprise: "I finally mustered the courage to hit on a girl, and it turns out to be a guy."

Just as he was hesitating, his phone rang. He glanced at the content of the text message, saw it was about a job opening, checked the address of Harman, and, without losing patience, called their customer service to confirm the details. After verifying everything, he excitedly muttered to himself:

From morning to afternoon, the renowned and picturesque square is always bustling with activity. It brings together cinemas, wineries, shopping centers, and several well-developed neighborhoods across five districts, making it a rather lively destination in the vicinity. From the overpass to the crosswalk, the flow of people seems undeterred by the heat of the weather, with shops lining the street, each one bustling with customers.

Brother, let's discuss this. The security in your neighborhood is not good. What should I do if my car gets stolen?

Ding ... ... ding. ... ... The sound of a text message on the mobile phone is ringing

The level of civilization in this capital is indeed high, and soon a crowd gathered around, pointing and discussing, while the locals were shouting:

What are you doing, hitting someone?

"It's not... hey, on such a hot day, with such a big box, my car isn't locked. How about... you come down and take it..."

The handsome man, who was a bit downcast, took a long time to come to his senses amidst the laughter of his companions. Wait, something seems off; the red hat that was advertised is missing, and there are significantly fewer flyers. When he looked up again, he was stunned to see the ugly man he had just cursed, proudly wearing his hat and standing at the entrance of the community, distributing flyers as a volunteer promoter.

Hello, are you coming down or not? If you don't come down, I won't take you.

The otaku looked closely and, feeling uneasy, asked: "How do you know about the inflatable doll I ordered?"

Qiu Di slowly strolled out of the exquisitely decorated specialty store. Despite his athletic build and handsome appearance, he felt no sense of pride. The men and women who wandered about carelessly, enjoying their ample leisure time, either pointed and commented, shared intimate moments, or casually waved their cards while making purchases. This made Qiu Di, who was nervously clutching his sweaty money, feel somewhat embarrassed.

Many people may dismiss this statement from the recruiting unit, considering it merely a box lunch at most; after all, who would dare to ask for reimbursement for bus fare? However, this polite remark excited Bao Xiaosan, who muttered to himself:

Ah! Zhuangzhuang was startled and quickly let go, pulled up his big shorts, and looked down; there was nothing there. However, the packaging box that was thrown out had a problem; it bumped against the edge of the ladder, and something inside peeked out. The aunt carrying the vegetable basket took a glance and exclaimed, oh dear, this child... The tension made her cover her eyes and run away.

After finishing the work, he looked around for a way to escape. Suddenly, someone in the crowd shouted, "Hey, isn't that Director Chen from the Huili Police Station? Isn't he a police officer?"

As soon as the words were spoken, the person who was struck had their handbag and mobile phone thrown far away, confirming that their equipment had been destroyed

The current situation is such that dreams that are not content with the status quo ultimately fade away, leaving only the remnants of dreams

Breathless from running, he stopped and leaned on his knees

The perpetrator was wearing his hat and had the most contact with him. He was interrogated by the police for several hours. These individuals were all temporary staff hired by the business hall, and it is likely that even the temporary position will not be retained for him. After the director finished scolding, the hateful look in his eyes told him: Don't even mention the salary, just get lost!

"It's not nonsense. Whether you deliver by express or through the elevator, I live on the seventeenth floor, which isn't very high."

The urban management vehicle did not stop, and it kept moving further away

Directly ignoring it, I picked up my phone and sped towards the square

Not long after, Qiu Di, who had already changed into his outfit, appeared at the promotional event for the Wolf Outdoor Equipment in the jungle. He was dressed in a grass-green short jacket, wearing a headscarf and windproof glasses, and sporting single-blade roller skates. His well-proportioned physique and athletic build, combined with his dark skin, captivated the fair-skinned urban men and women, making them gaze in admiration. The task was simple: to showcase health, sports, and fitness, and to interpret the essence of this brand

His name is Geng Baolei. In fact, both his colleagues and the director have a good impression of him; he is diligent, articulate, and plays the guitar exceptionally well. However, no one is trying to retain him, as this is an environment that allows for no mistakes. If you make a mistake, you can only leave. Your departure will have no impact; tomorrow, there will be countless applicants eager to step through the door.

Beyond the Third Ring Road is the Fourth Ring Road, where there are places to eat, drink, and have fun

Like all the people drifting in this city, one can never know where the next stop will be

He was taken aback, clearly remembering that it was placed by the roadside, not far from the store, but now it was completely empty, with nothing left. This was a delivery company's vehicle; if it was lost, they would have to compensate.

He was so angry that he was about to confront the situation, but unexpectedly, at that moment, chaos erupted. The man suddenly sprang up without warning, grabbing a middle-aged man who had just exited the community. In a flurry of slaps, several resounding blows were exchanged, and in an instant, flyers were scattered all over the ground

"Liu Ge, this is too dangerous. We need to hire more people for this kind of thing. Everyone should rush in together, finish the job, and leave; no one will know who is who." The overweight and somewhat sleazy man, who had been around for a while, knew what to do. He reminded the restless thin man, "San Er, don't act foolishly. This is the capital, and the security situation is very strict now. They are also promoting the construction of a civilized city; even scavengers have to wear suits. Otherwise, the shelter will definitely take you away... And as for hitting someone, that's even more out of the question. You absolutely cannot go solo." He reminded the restless thin man again, "San Er, don't act foolishly. This is the capital, and the security situation is very strict now. They are also promoting the construction of a civilized city; even scavengers have to wear suits. Otherwise, the shelter will definitely take you away... And as for hitting someone, that's even more out of the question. You absolutely cannot go solo."

It is impossible; your packaging is all intact, the courier explained

Dear Mr. Qiu Di: We are honored to inform you that your resume has been selected by Harman Business Investigation Company. To further deepen our understanding, we welcome you to participate in a recruitment interview at our company. The interview is scheduled for July 25

Two years ago, after spending three yuan to register a resume at the talent market, there is finally a response, which truly brings tears to Geng Baolei's eyes

Hi, are you cursing? The handsome young man from Qingxiu Sai Niu is angry

The driver, upon hearing this, became furious: "If you don't want to do it, then get lost. If it weren't for the local thugs, I would have switched careers to become a private detective and have business. Why would I look for a bunch of blind fools like you? Is it really that difficult to just rush in, give a beating, slap a few faces, and kick a few legs?"

Tomorrow, he will have to start looking for a job again, and such summer jobs are the hardest to find, with numerous graduates and interns competing for low-cost labor, making job opportunities scarce. He is contemplating whether he will have to return to the situation he faced when he first arrived in the capital, playing guitar at the subway entrance or in the middle of a pedestrian bridge to earn some money for food. Pretending to be a down-and-out artist is actually a decent way to make a living, and it suffices for basic needs. However, this line of work is also highly competitive, with too many people in a similar plight. He is pondering whether he will have to return to the situation he faced when he first arrived in the capital, playing guitar at the subway entrance or in the middle of a pedestrian bridge to earn some money for food. Pretending to be a down-and-out artist is actually a decent way to make a living, and it suffices for basic needs. However, this line of work is also highly competitive, with too many people in a similar plight.

With a shout, the image lit up, and it was indeed a stolen shot. He instantly positioned himself on the moral high ground, while the onlookers began to point fingers and comment, saying it was too despicable and deserved punishment. How shameless! They got what they deserved. Only a few male and female promoters were left dumbfounded; a girl with an open collar covered her chest, realizing what had happened. Just now, it was captured by https://www.hetushu.com.

I have no interest in your car, so what are you discussing with me

After some thought, the driver continued to explain to the two who were in a daze: "I should also tell you that I am a private detective. The job was given to me by a young married woman. It's just a scumbag who has slept with her several times without giving her any emotional attachment. She simply paid to have someone teach him a lesson, seeking a bit of psychological balance. Is it too much to have a sense of justice?"

There are too many people, it's hard to make a move, brother. Find a few more people, and it will get chaotic." said the fat one.

The bridge's performer, all talk and no action, offered guidance, yet there were no brave souls willing to act. A thin man, filled with righteous indignation, stepped on someone and raised his phone, shouting: "Ladies and gentlemen, please judge for yourselves. We are here promoting benefits for the people, and this bastard is using his phone to secretly take pictures of the girls' chests and skirts. Look, look... we have him red-handed. Who will lend a hand to take him to the police station?" He raised his phone again, shouting: "Ladies and gentlemen, please judge for yourselves. We are here promoting benefits for the people, and this bastard is using his phone to secretly take pictures of the girls' chests and skirts. Look, look... we have him red-handed. Who will lend a hand to take him to the police station?"

Hi, is anyone there... I am a delivery person, not engaged in illegal business... Hi, is anyone there...

He is not interested in recruitment and the like, but there is one line that catches his interest: Recruitment offers lunch and transportation subsidies within the city

He circled around Walmart, dashed through the back courtyard of the cinema, jumped over two walls, and finally succeeded in shaking off his pursuers. The thin man felt a joy of having survived a great ordeal as he touched the money in his pocket. He wiped the sweat from his brow, thinking about leaving the capital as soon as possible. Fortunately, he had the travel expenses ready at hand.

Qishou Saner was so angry that he felt like crying without tears; if he really hit the police, he would have no way to survive. He was filled with anger, fear, urgency, and terror, which caused his adrenal glands to secrete hormones rapidly. With long strides, he quickly crossed over the road barrier; running on the sidewalk, he heard several plainclothes officers shouting: "Catch him"

The assailant fled, leaving the witnesses in a difficult position. Providing convenience to the perpetrator has become even more troublesome. A promotional booth was set up, and two men and four women were summoned to the police station. What is astonishing is that a police officer was indeed assaulted. Even more absurd is that the police believed they were all accomplices, especially since the assailant was wearing a little red hat and holding promotional materials, which caused the victim to let down their guard, resulting in a chaotic beating.

A few young men and women smiled, and the promoter took off his hat, indignantly saying: "Who told you that I am a woman?"

The driver, feeling pleased with himself, raised his hand to direct the pockmarked fat man: "Get down, keep an eye out. If anything happens, run over to the car and we'll take you away."

It took several hours to clarify the process, and after several more hours, the local business office intervened to escort a group of promotional staff out of the police station. The others were mostly unaffected, but the male-to-female impersonator caused the director of the business department to erupt in anger

Some people give way, while others ignore it. The delivery is urgent, and I shout at the top of my lungs: "Hey, the eggs have cracked."

The thin one could no longer hold back, grabbed the money, opened the door, and walked towards the entrance of the community.

Behind them stood two individuals, one with a face full of small bumps, plump and somewhat unsightly; the other was thin with a long horse-like face, revealing two small tiger teeth when he smiled, endearingly ugly. The driver seemed to prefer the endearingly ugly one, as he directly pulled out five hundred-yuan bills and said: "Five hundred yuan, who will go?"

As soon as I started running, it became chaotic; immediately, someone was chasing from behind. The support vehicle parked ahead, however, accelerated without hesitation. Damn it, they ran away

You disgust me, yet I haven't dared to say it. I'm too lazy to scold you, tsk! The slender figure flicked their sleeve and left, wearing an expression of extreme disdain

Ah? The police? The thin man was frightened, parting the crowd and running wildly. That woman with a large chest on the podium threw something from a distance and angrily shouted: "Rogue!"

Yes, your delivery skills are quite impressive

The accomplice guarding the left front saw that the situation was not right, and damn it, he also ran away

Before the words had left his mouth, the money in the handbag scattered everywhere, indeed a considerable amount of gold coins

Amidst the cheers of the crowd, there seems to be a sense of excitement. In the thrilling yet fluid practice of parkour, one can seemingly find a sense of existence, despite being out of breath and drenched in sweat

As soon as he stepped out, he ran quickly; most of the places for consumption in the capital are not suitable for someone of his status to linger. When he reached the parking area, a harsher reality unfolded before him

Approaching the entrance of the community that does not accept package deliveries, I found building 22B. Upon parking, I was taken aback to see a notice at the entrance of the unit: "Elevator under maintenance, please use the stairs. We apologize for any inconvenience caused."

According to this line of reasoning, good things are not meant for someone like him, a laborer from outside.

Oh, the overweight man seemed a bit displeased, so he also got out of the car. He looked at his companions from a distance, walked up to the promotional stage, and stood together with a group of attractive men and women promoting the event. Looking at this place, it truly is not a good spot to take action, and the timing is also off, as there are quite a number of people around at this hour

Liveliness is not always a good thing for certain individuals. For instance, at this moment, a few people sitting in a domestically produced car from FAW are murmuring. They are discussing that there are too many people, making it difficult to take action. This place is not far from the Asian Games Village, and it is unsafe. Yes, there are also surveillance cameras. The intended location for action is at the entrance of the Anhuitang community, where a row of tables has been set up. The mobile company is currently running a promotion, incessantly singing "Little Apple," which is quite annoying to hear. This place is not far from the Asian Games Village, and it is unsafe. Yes, there are also surveillance cameras. The intended location for action is at the entrance of the Anhuitang community, where a row of tables has been set up. The mobile company is currently running a promotion, incessantly singing "Little Apple," which is quite annoying to hear.

If you do not deliver, I will not accept the package, and I will file a complaint against you

The person standing in front of the podium is quite tall, slightly hunched, and does not walk in a straight line. His eyes are askew when looking at others. When he approached the podium, he truly startled the young woman who was wearing a promotional sash. Out of humanitarian spirit, she at least did not treat this horse-faced man like livestock, and weakly handed him a flyer. As she stepped aside, another young woman with a delicate appearance and a fair complexion introduced him to the package.

"You two? Who is going?" The driver is checking the time, becoming impatient

"Don't come here anymore. It's a scorching hot day; are you the only one feeling hot?"

Qiu Di felt a bit lost; it was truly difficult to find work that paid daily. The contrast between the joy of finding a job and the sorrow of its end was so stark that even as he changed his clothes to leave, he remained somewhat dazed. Having come to Beijing for several years, he had engaged in advertising, promotions, selling insurance, and delivering packages. He could hardly remember how many different jobs he had undertaken. Deep down, he was always dissatisfied with the status quo, yet he could only barely maintain it.

The phone call was disconnected, and the courier was amused. This trick had proven effective time and again, saving a great deal of effort. Before long, a robust and hefty man came rushing out, panting heavily. He approached and grabbed the courier, glaring with lifeless eyes, ready to explode in anger. The courier, drenched in sweat, quickly put on a smiling face and dodged, saying, "Brother, I truly apologize. I have an urgent matter. Look, the car is unlocked; I can't afford to lose it... I appreciate your understanding, and I bow to apologize..."

Oh, there are documents here. Someone kicked, and the documents in the handbag were seen

"Stop it, don't think I don't know. This set meal is all a trap," the thin man said disdainfully.

At that moment, his phone rang, the sound of a text message. As he walked, he looked at it: Dear Mr. Bao Xiaosan, we are honored to inform you... Interview location: 8th floor, Baolong Building, Harman Business Company