Chapter 7: High Wages of Ten Work Points

Huang Laoyao originally intended to take on an apprentice, but as he spoke, he was led astray by Fang Xiaoyue, and began to demonstrate some blacksmithing techniques and tips for repairing agricultural tools to her

Huang Laoyao hurriedly stepped forward, picked up the quenched hoe blade to take a look, and couldn't help but be taken aback.

A blacksmith with skills like Huang Laoyao, combined with the serious atmosphere of this small realm, would not allow a young child to play with his hammer

The issue is that this repairman receives work points daily, which is entirely different from the concept of earning work points only during the busy farming season with everyone else

Upon hearing Fang Xiaoyue's words, Zhang Daniu and a few others began to laugh

As for blacksmithing, it goes without saying that regardless of winter or summer, one endures the high temperatures, working hard and exerting oneself. It would be embarrassing to claim to be a blacksmith without having a few scars from the sparks of iron on one's body

Fang Xiaoyue can actually forge iron now

That is the reserve stock for the repair point

After all, for men of their age group, teasing children is one of their guilty pleasures

Uncle, let me stay here; I might still be able to help a bit

Watching Huang Laoyao throw the sharpened hoe blade into the water bucket for quenching, Fang Xiaoyue, who was operating the bellows, felt a twinge of excitement in her heart

He finally found it

I originally planned to take on a disciple to make things easier for myself, but now that the disciple has left, I have become a master in vain

Otherwise, his skills cannot possibly emerge out of thin air in the future

During the busy farming season, an adult laborer works hard all day long and earns only ten work points

Indeed, everyone enjoys hearing kind words, even a blacksmith

On the way back to the village, Zhang Daniu could no longer hold back his curiosity and began to ask questions

Therefore, Fang Xiaoyue shamelessly launched a grand strategy of flattery towards Huang Laoyao and the library

The most critical issue is that the other party actually borrowed a hammer and a small anvil from Huang Laoyao just before leaving

In the shimmering flow of the dice, there are no materials, only tools to play with, which can be quite stifling for him

He indeed focused his attention on asking Huang Laoyao for some blacksmithing techniques

In this era, the supply and marketing cooperative is undoubtedly the most sought-after institution in the townships, without exception

In terms of work points alone, Zhang Fugui's annual income is roughly equivalent to that of three strong men, how could Liu Sanmu not feel envious

Especially seeing the children who are unwilling to lose yet have no choice but to lose, brings them even more joy

The sound of honking... ...

The hoe blade has been restored to its original state, with not a trace of any scars visible on it. Even Huang Laoyao, enduring the high temperature, touched it with his hand. With nearly thirty years of experience, he could determine that this hoe blade is of even better quality than a newly manufactured one

Let me put it this way, in this day and age, even vocational school graduates need to find ways to enter a supply and marketing cooperative, not to mention someone like Fang Xiaoyue, who hasn't even completed elementary school

Which young lady from the supply and marketing cooperative is looking for a partner, the families coming to propose marriage can be said to be lined up in a long queue

Whenever the topic of his master and his own glorious moments arises, Huang Laoyao cannot stop talking. He even puts down the hammer, picks up the pipe, fills it with tobacco, and takes a satisfying puff.

Huang Laoyao does not quite believe this result; he attributes it to a problem with his own feel for the game

In just a few words, the face of Huang Laoyao, resembling a parched field, suddenly radiated with brilliance: "What's so impressive about this? Back in the day when I was an apprentice, my master made sabers for the army, and the quality of the steel was exceptional, just like in the books..."

After all, this caretaker only earns three work points each day

After consuming that mountain mouse, Fang Xiaoyue's own strength further integrated into Zhang Fugui's body

At that moment, Zhang Daniu patted him on the shoulder: "Fugui, I have some matters to attend to with Accountant Zhao and Liu Sanmu. Will you come with us, or will you stay here?"

After the agricultural tools were repaired and loaded onto the vehicle, and everyone left Ben Cao Town, they all felt somewhat bewildered and dazed

If Huang Laoyao is not the person in charge of the repair station, this matter could indeed become quite troublesome

Of course, since Fang Xiaoyue is willing to stay here, they did not say anything.

As soon as Zhang Daniu and the others left, Fang Xiaoyue approached the blacksmith, Huang Laoyao, and said, "Uncle Huang, let me help you with the bellows; I am strong!"

However, Fang Xiaoyue is aware of the difficulties in entering the supply and marketing cooperative

In this way, not to mention that Huang Laoyao cannot find a talented apprentice, even if he does find one, they would not be willing to follow him to forge iron

Upon hearing Fang Xiaoyue's words, Huang Laoyao couldn't help but chuckle and said, "Have you seen enough? Then give it a try"

Fang Xiaoyue did not truly believe in Huang Laoyao's boasting, nor did he ever think that he could join the supply and marketing cooperative; wasn't that a joke

Now that he sees the opportunity, it feels as if a cat is scratching inside his heart

As the team leader, such matters can be directly arranged by Zhang Daniu to take effect, which can be considered as having significant authority despite a low position

This is also the reason why Zhang Daniu seems to notice that Fang Xiaoyue is very interested in this place; otherwise, he would not have asked like this

In contrast to the serious demeanor of accountant Zhao Xiangdong, Liu Sanmu, who was leading the ox cart, was so astonished that he could hardly close his mouth

Thus, Huang www.hetushu.com.com, seeing Fang Xiaoyue so talented at the forge, couldn't help but feel moved

How is this possible

It is precisely for this reason that there are now fewer people willing to become blacksmiths

Watching Fang Xiaoyue skillfully hammering those farming tools, Zhang Daniu and the others couldn't help but gape in astonishment

Thus, for him, pulling a bellows is completely a piece of cake

It must be said that Huang Laoyao's skills are quite impressive; with just a few strikes, the edge of the hoe is restored to its original state

Selling tofu is indeed a hard task. One has to get up very early every day to wash the beans soaked the day before, grind them, and prepare the seasoning, among other things. For young people doing this, it won't take ten years before they start experiencing back problems.

Seeing the downcast Huang Laoyao, Cheng Dashui let out a chuckle. Although he was not fond of speaking, it was evident.

With just a few strikes, the hoe blade became as tough as wrought iron

It is said that all three of these professions are very demanding

It is certainly not appropriate to directly say that I will help you forge iron

Fang Xiaoyue's bellows were making a whooshing sound, while Huang Laoyao took out a hoe blade, placed it on the anvil, and began to hammer away vigorously with a large hammer, creating a clanging noise.

At that moment, Fang Xiaoyue appeared eager to give it a try: "Uncle Huang, can I have a go? The people in the village say I am strong and have the makings of a blacksmith!"

What neither of them could have ever imagined was that Fang Xiaoyue picked up a red-hot hoe blade from the furnace and raised the hammer to strike down.

How much strength is specifically involved, on the way to Bencao Town, Fang Xiaoyue quietly tested it, fearing it might be equivalent to that of two adult strong men

After all, the blacksmithing skills from the realm of the Three Kingdoms seem somewhat outdated when applied to this smaller realm

Rowing a boat during the day and night on the water at https://m.hetushu.com can be dangerous, and one careless move could even lead to a life-threatening situation

Do not underestimate this ten centimeters of a day

Fang Xiaoyue naturally spoke in a very humble tone, saying that Huang Laoyao regarded her as exceptionally talented, and thus imparted some techniques to her and so on

Even Cheng Dashui, who was busy repairing the pedal thresher, looked over with a cheerful smile

Upon confirming this matter, Zhang Daniu could not help but feel ecstatic: "From now on, the repair of agricultural tools for our brigade will be entrusted to you"

Everyone knows that a blacksmith has no future. Can a blacksmith forge a tractor? Can he forge an airplane or a tank? Can he forge a car or a ship?

After several strikes, Fang Xiaoyue threw the hoe blade into the water bucket, and a hissing sound emerged from the bucket

In addition, isn't it enjoyable to farm at home

By the time Zhang Daniu and the others returned, Fang Xiaoyue had already called Huang Laoyao her master

No!

This is just like elementary school students not lending their accounts when playing games

He first chatted with Fang Xiaoyue, then boasted about how comfortable it was to work at the supply and marketing cooperative. Hearing this, Cheng Dashui in the yard couldn't help but frown, thinking to himself: Working at the supply and marketing cooperative is comfortable, but it also depends on the position! Being a butcher or a department store salesperson is certainly very comfortable, but what is comfortable about my repair shop? Am I supposed to carry a few pounds of iron scraps back to eat?

At this point, he turned to the accountant Zhao Xiangdong and instructed, "From now on, Comrade Zhang Fugui will be the mechanic for our Eighth Team. For the time being, let the daily work points be calculated as ten."

Well, Uncle Huang, your skills are truly impressive! You finished it in just a few moves!

We are now in an era of communal dining, where every day all one needs to do is go to work, do some weeding, and engage in some light labor. Everyone earns the same work points, so why not enjoy it

The more desirable the organization, the harder it is to enter; this is an undeniable truth

There is an old saying that has existed since ancient times: the three great hardships in life are rowing boats, forging iron, and selling tofu

Of course, individuals in their forties or fifties cannot be as impulsive as young people

If someone is willing to help, that is certainly a good thing. Therefore, Huang Laoyao did not refuse, made way, and focused on observing the timing.

After everyone left, Huang Laoyao felt that something was amiss. It took him quite a while to realize that his disciple had run away

Firstly, there is no formal worker position for blacksmith apprentices; unlike those apprentices hired in factories, who are directly provided with stable employment.

It is evident that he does not genuinely desire to engage in voluntary labor; rather, he seeks to find an excuse to justify his actions

Zhao Xiangdong nodded, took out a small notebook from his pocket, and seriously recorded the matter.

Yet even so, his gaze towards Fang Xiaoyue was filled with fervor

It is evident that Huang Laoyao probably thinks that Fang Xiaoyue cannot even swing a hammer, and thus wants to see his joke

They felt as if they had taken a trip around and returned, and the entire world seemed to have changed.

In their hearts, Fang Xiaoyue is merely a fifteen-year-old child, and what help could she possibly provide? It is likely that even if she were to fan the flames, she would not be able to do so for long

Additionally, when acquaintances come to sell eggs, collect walnuts, or fruits in the countryside, providing some convenience is also a matter of great face

That lad named Zhang Fugui is quite cunning, merely calling out 'Master' a few times has already brought him benefits; Huang Laoyao is likely to have made a wedding dress for someone in vain

Who wouldn't want to work at a supply and marketing cooperative, nestled by the mountains and rivers, enjoying meat and sweets, purchasing small goods, and conveniently getting some oil, salt, sauce, and vinegar? It is certainly more convenient than for others