Chapter One: Who is Undergoing Tribulation
Accompanied by dark clouds, there are gusts of fierce winds and distant flashes of lightning and thunder, as if it were the end of the world
However, graduating from university meant unemployment. He first went to a southern city where his girlfriend was located and worked hard for two years, and then, with a wealth of experience, he came alone to Zhengyang City.
Coach Liu, in order to make money, is able to provide various services for wealthy but unattractive women, both legal and somewhat illegal, and is also willing to engage with young and beautiful girls, perhaps by playing a friendly match or something similar
The daily lives of the working class are indeed difficult, and speaking more of it only brings tears
Zhengyang City, at 4 PM, should have been basking in bright sunshine, yet the sky was shrouded in thick dark clouds, as if night had fallen.
To speak honestly, Feng Jun does not have much confidence in this matter, and the reason is quite simple: these girls clearly appear to be university students, and there are no major colleges or universities nearby
Although the expansion of university enrollment has led to a situation where the number of undergraduates in cities exceeds that of dogs, being able to obtain dual degrees from a 985 university within four years clearly places him, albeit barely, among the elite.
He pressed the home button located at the center of the bottom edge of his phone, and found that not only did the phone light up, but its response was also normal—slow yet steady
The lightning is increasingly bright, and the rumbling thunder is incessant
However, strangely, she aimed the board in an unfathomable direction
However, Coach Liu stated: I just want to provide some guidance, striving to encourage them to become members through enthusiastic service
However, he cannot say much; in the fitness club, the priority of the fitness instructor is certainly higher than that of the junior member
A fitness coach ridicules him for his pedantry—graduate students are truly ambitious despite their poverty
Feng Jun is not a cultivator; he is merely a fan of online novels, and his current complaints stem solely from his extremely displeased mood
Although the old and slow phone is outdated, it is still very convenient for making calls. Tapping into the neighbor's WiFi makes browsing the internet no problem. Of course, the most crucial aspect is that it contains his contact list
He is going to resign
Mr. Feng, since you are responsible for the reception, why did you not follow up? The client has already stated that they do not need a coach
Liu Shuming, as a fitness coach, possesses a well-built physique and impressive muscles, indicating that his combat ability is not to be underestimated. However, among the four girls, two are quite skilled in fighting, thus making it difficult for one person to contend against four.
Fitness trainers are required to have certifications, and Hongjie Fitness Club is not a roadside establishment; the club enjoys a significant reputation in Zhengyang
He looked around in a state of shock and then noticed that the center of the window glass had cracked with a fissure. "No way, is the distance of this thunder... less than 300 meters?"
This is truly a sad piece of news
A double degree and a graduate degree are not the same thing, okay
However, as a dual degree holder from a 985 university, how could Feng Jun be willing to go back? He is reluctant to part with the prosperity of the big city, and he cannot afford to lose that person.
The reason why Feng Jun was able to successfully apply for the position is twofold: firstly, there is currently a shortage of young and strong labor in the market; secondly, he has a good appearance, with a robust and strong physique. While he cannot be classified as a 'young fresh meat,' he can barely be considered to fall within the category of 'fit and strong'.
In the morning, four youthful and beautiful girls walked into the club. They were not members; they had come to work out on a whim. Among them, one tall girl was particularly stunning.
Then, he suddenly felt a sharp pain in his hand. Looking down, he saw that the old mobile phone was indeed clutched in his hand, but what happened to the charging cable... why had it turned black?
Before going to sleep, he still clutched his phone tightly in his hand. There was no other choice; in such a low-grade employee dormitory, losing belongings was a common occurrence—he had lost money more than once. In areas with a high floating population, short-term behaviors are inevitably more frequent.
Of course, even a young man like him is not exempt from experiencing springtime. During the three months of his employment, several middle-aged and elderly women expressed interest in him, hoping to receive his "individual training." However, Feng Jun shook his head— their intentions were not so pure
Well, 8 o'clock is not strange, after all, he was also sleeping close to 6 o'clock.
Feng Jun's arrogance is not limited to legends. Upon hearing this, he threw the cloth in his hand onto the ground and coldly glanced at Guo Da Tang, saying, "I never asked Coach Liu to come and take over. When he chased me away, he didn't even look at me... Is there any reason for him to steal my business?"
It is unknown when, but large raindrops began to fall outside the window, striking the glass and making a "bang bang" sound
Then ... something happened, Coach Liu was attacked
When Coach Liu stepped forward, he made a gesture to drive away flies towards Feng Jun, saying, "Go away, go away... I'll take care of it!"
Coach Liu gritted his teeth and glared at Feng Jun, his eyes filled with rage, "If you could take responsibility for the upcoming service, would I be in this situation?"
Over the past two years, he has not saved much money. Even with the job-seeking funds sent by his parents, he has only a little over 10,000 yuan in his account. Moreover, his mobile phone was a promotional gift for recharging, and although it is claimed to be a smartphone, it is essentially an elderly phone.
Guests will not appreciate this arrogance, and colleagues will also harbor disdain in their hearts
Uncertain of how long I had slept, a sudden flash of lightning illuminated the outside, dazzling enough to make one unable to open their eyes. At the same time, an electric arc surged along the charger’s wire, racing towards the old smartphone.
The lobby manager was alerted and came over to inquire. It turned out that the four girls had initially stated that they were just practicing casually and did not need a coach. However, Liu Shuming insisted on providing explanations and clumsily touched around, which finally infuriated the girls
Today, Feng Jun's business order was taken away by his own colleagues
He charged his phone but then collapsed onto the bed and fell into a deep sleep
He had not yet had the chance to react when a cry suddenly erupted from the adjacent room
Feng Jun turned around and walked out, saying, "I am not feeling well and need to go back to rest"
Indeed, Mr. Feng is currently employed at Hongjie Fitness Club
The key issue is that they are exceptionally unattractive, with some individuals possessing an unacceptable body odor and an aggressive demeanor
The ones who hit him are those four girls
Perhaps I should make a phone call to test the call quality? Feng Jun thought to himself while glancing at the phone interface.
However, such a small reception business was taken away by someone else. Liu Shuming, the coach responsible for bodybuilding, stepped forward and expressed that he could provide relevant consultation and services
What the hell, the television is smoking, isn't this thunder a bit too loud?
He is not the fitness instructor known for his numerous romantic encounters, but rather a junior responsible for reception, errands, and cleaning.
The lobby manager Guo Yueling is aware of Liu Shuming's ulterior motives—this fellow has a very diverse diet
Mr. Feng is twenty-four years old this year and graduated from Jiangxia University, holding a dual degree in Chinese and Business Administration
The organization he is currently employed at—rather than being referred to as an organization, it should be called a company—is Hongjie Cultural Entertainment Co., Ltd.
Initially, he wandered around Zhengyang for more than half a month without finding a suitable job; otherwise, he would not have chosen to come to the fitness club
Mr. Guo first expressed his apologies to the clients, waived their orders, and after sending them off with kind words, began to investigate the responsibility
The person responsible for receiving them is Feng Jun. During their fitness sessions, if he can persuade them to sign up for a membership, he can earn a commission
Regardless of the circumstances, Feng Jun can be considered a minor alternative at Hongjie Fitness Club. Not only does he have a high level of education and a low position, but he also possesses a certain youthful defiance. In the service industry, such a demeanor is not encouraged
Although Zhengyang is a quasi-provincial-level city, it is not easy to find work here. Jobs such as waiter, helper, or mover are relatively easier to come by, but it is truly difficult to find a position that matches his dual degree qualifications
However, the thunder was too loud and too close; the lightning rod is not infallible. This strike of thunder damaged at least fifty televisions around the cylindrical building, as well as nearly one hundred landline phones, routers, and WiFi devices
Then, he bought a case of beer and slowly drank it in the dormitory, constantly pondering in his mind: where should he go after resigning
Of course, returning to his hometown is also an option. His hometown is a small county town where his parents run a small business and have a modest network of connections. It would not be very difficult for him to find a job there. If all else fails, he could also take over the family stall and work there.
The dormitory where Feng Jun resides is located in a four-story cylindrical building. Although it is old, it is equipped with a lightning rod
Feng Jun is not very interested in the losses from the outside world; what he cares about is: has the phone been damaged?
Who knows why fitness clubs are labeled with the term "culture"; perhaps it is the legendary notion that sports and culture are inseparable
Thus, a distinguished dual degree holder has unexpectedly become a subordinate at a fitness club
Moreover, students, being in their youth, do not have many long-term fitness needs, and their financial resources are limited, with very few willing to spend money on this matter
Feng Jun finished the remaining half bottle of white liquor in the dormitory, then drank seven or eight bottles of beer. Feeling tipsy, he wanted to call a friend. He picked up his old mobile phone, only to find that it had just 3% battery left
Feng Jun sat in the staff dormitory, staring blankly out the window. He slammed the beer bottle onto the table and let out a heavy sigh, "Which fellow cultivator is undergoing tribulation?"
However, after successfully applying for the position, he realized that to become a fitness instructor, one must possess qualifications
What kind of attitude is this?" Guo Datang's voice became sharp, "Is this how you speak to a leader?"
He twitched his nose and detected the smell of burning rubber in the air
But why is it that the phone's battery is already at 100 percent
Then he was stunned: Is it now eight o'clock in the evening
I entered his ancestor, is there no lightning rod on this building
At this moment, he had already made up his mind; he would no longer stay in this desolate place
Feng Jun was awakened by the thunder, which sounded as if it were right beside his ear, the noise was extremely loud, akin to the collapse of heaven and earth. Even though he was in a deep sleep, he sat up abruptly, his hair standing on end
As he gazed out at the apocalyptic scene outside, he pondered whether to resign now or to wait until he received his salary before doing so
Feng Jun is quite indignant about this, not only because of the commission but also due to the other party's attitude—was it so difficult for you to look me in the eye while speaking to me?