Transmigrated as Cannon Fodder — I Rise to Female Lead Through Hard Work-Chapter 25: Discernment

"From Huaixi County First Middle School." The man was extremely surprised; teachers at the County First Middle School were definitely regular employees. "Then how could he marry your friend? Apart from being good-looking, she..."

But she was indeed beautiful, such beauty he hadn’t even seen in the county town, no wonder...

By the time Yi Roujing and the others finished eating, it was already half-past one. Wang Bingzhi didn’t have class and didn’t leave. Ding Ancheng’s afternoon class was the last period, and with Wang Bingzhi’s permission, he also stayed, while the others left.

"Heping, when will you return to the provincial city?" Wang Bingzhi asked with concern, "Where will you stay tonight?"

"Zhijian is in town for a meeting." Hu Heping replied with a smile, "Zhixin and I came to visit him, but only found out he was in town after we went to the Tongxian Commune."

"It’s good that Zhijian is here." Wang Bingzhi was relieved, "He should be transferred to the provincial city soon, right? The past two years have been tough for you two, running back and forth, but grassroots experience is important. It’ll get better later."

"By the way, how’s the teacher’s health?"

"Grandfather is still strong." Hu Heping replied with a smile, her expression incredibly gentle.

"That’s good, that’s good." Wang Bingzhi smiled broadly, "I’ll take you to the county government to send a message to Zhijian, and have you over for dinner at my place tonight. Let your aunt make some delicious food for you."

"Ancheng, you should come too." Wang Bingzhi sincerely invited, "Roujing and Anmin can stay in town tonight."

Ding Anmin was a bit anxious, staying in town would cost money, and she had planned to take the afternoon bus back. But now with Ding Ancheng present, she didn’t speak up.

Ding Ancheng didn’t make a decision on his own and instead looked at Yi Roujing to seek her opinion.

Yi Roujing was somewhat satisfied with Ding Ancheng’s behavior, respecting people. Considering Wang Bingzhi’s status, she also felt like helping Ding Ancheng out, "Then we’ll trouble you, Director Wang."

"Haha, no problem, but you can just call me Mr. Wang, like Heping does." Wang Bingzhi chuckled.

Wang Bingzhi wasn’t familiar with Yi Roujing, he had only heard about her a few times. But seeing is believing, someone who caught Ding Ancheng’s eye couldn’t possibly be as others described as brash and foolish; what’s more, she saved Hu Heping, someone who could help strangers must be a kind person.

"When we came, we were afraid we’d be late, so we got a letter of introduction from the production team leader, but we should call home to let them know, so they don’t worry." Yi Roujing said to Ding Ancheng.

"Director Wang, I’ll take them to the guesthouse first." Ding Ancheng said to Wang Bingzhi.

"Alright, go ahead. You know where I live, just come by in the evening." Wang Bingzhi nodded with a smile.

The group of six split into two, with Wang Bingzhi and the other two leaving first.

"Roujing, Brother Ancheng." Just as Yi Roujing and her group were about to leave, Wang Qiushuang quickly stood up and intercepted them.

Ding Ancheng glanced at Yi Roujing and asked, "Do you know her?"

A look of hurt flashed across Wang Qiushuang’s face, eyes full of grievance, "Brother Ancheng, I’m Roujing’s best friend, from the Xintang Production Team. We’ve met several times with Roujing before, don’t you remember me?"

Ding Ancheng’s expression was indifferent, and his words were straightforward, "I don’t remember."

Yi Roujing was delighted inside, seeing Wang Qiushuang’s delicate expression was truly soothing, mind and body at ease. Yi Roujing gave Ding Ancheng a thumbs-up in her heart; when it comes to spotting green tea and innocent types, Ding Ancheng is spot on.

Ding Ancheng’s comment made Wang Qiushuang’s face turn pale, but she still managed to squeeze out a smile, "Brother Ancheng works busy, meets many people, it’s normal if you don’t remember me." 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝒆𝔀𝒆𝙗𝓷𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝓶

No one responded to Wang Qiushuang’s words, but she couldn’t give up. She stopped them mainly to tag along for accommodation, "Roujing, you’re heading to the guesthouse, can I come with you?"

"You also plan to stay in town?" Yi Roujing asked, "Did you bring a letter of introduction?"

"I did." Wang Qiushuang was meticulous in her actions. Though she initially didn’t plan to stay, she got a letter of introduction anyway. If it were for something else, her family might not have agreed, as she was the main labor force. But since this involved meeting with someone from town—even if just a temporary worker—a city person is worth bragging about, so they agreed.

"Qiushuang, I’ll go with you." The square-faced man walked over, first extending his right hand to Ding Ancheng, "Hello, comrade. I’m Chen Bangguo, an employee of the County Food Factory."

Ding Ancheng gave a light handshake and nodded.

The five of them headed to the County Guesthouse, a three-story building with the registration office in the first room on the ground floor. Ding Ancheng reached out to Ding Anmin, who handed over the letter of introduction.

"One room." Ding Ancheng said.

"Alright..."

"Wait a moment, comrade, I have mine too." Wang Qiushuang took out her letter of introduction and placed it next to Yi Roujing and her friend’s letters.

"You want to stay in the same room with us?" Ding Anmin asked incredulously.

"It’s convenient since we’re all women, and the three of us sharing a room saves money, doesn’t it? One room is enough." Wang Qiushuang explained, "We could leave another room for someone else and not occupy state resources, isn’t that better?"

Ding Anmin laughed in frustration, "But we’re not familiar with each other; it’s unusual to share a room with strangers."

"I’m Roujing’s best friend; we’re very familiar." Wang Qiushuang quickly added.

"Inconvenient." Ding Ancheng spoke.

Wang Qiushuang was briefly stunned, then looked pitifully at Yi Roujing, her eyes almost ready to cry.

Yi Roujing felt irritated. She hated dealing with people who cried over trivial matters, "You stay on your own. If you also move in, it will be inconvenient for Ding Ancheng to enter."

Wang Qiushuang’s face was full of disbelief, pouting, "I, I won’t disturb you. You don’t need to worry about the room rate; I’ll contribute as well. Otherwise, I’ll be scared staying alone."

"Do you have something to do tomorrow?" Yi Roujing asked with some impatience.

"Ah?" Wang Qiushuang didn’t react for a moment.

"If not, you can go back home today; why stay overnight?" Yi Roujing frowned slightly.

Wang Qiushuang was taken aback; she hadn’t expected Yi Roujing to say that. Turning to Chen Bangguo, he was also puzzled and asked, "Do you have something tomorrow?"

Wang Qiushuang blushed deeply, so angry her nails were almost digging into her palms, "My family asked me to buy some things, so I went to get a letter of introduction at the production team."

Since the letter was already issued, she must have needed it for something. Determinedly, Wang Qiushuang insisted on staying, making a reasonable case. Ultimately, the three of them shared one room, costing sixty cents.

When it was time to pay, Ding Ancheng wanted to pay, but Ding Anmin stopped him, taking out forty cents herself, then looked at Wang Qiushuang. Under everyone’s gaze, no matter how thick-skinned Wang Qiushuang was, she could only obediently take out twenty cents.