Chapter 58: Chapter 58: A Battle of Wits and Courage Brings Abundant Rewards

Wang Miaomiao’s eyes flickered when she heard this, but she still didn’t speak. She just looked at him with an innocent and harmless expression.

The bonus… It’s quite tempting.

However, fifty thousand copies is not a small number, and she lacks the confidence.

So, this bonus seems a bit intangible; she still prefers something more practical.

Liu Yulan was listening excitedly on the side, but she restrained herself. She realized her daughter had a strong sense of judgment, so she just watched her perform and stood by to support her.

Wang Baoxing had the same thoughts. After coming back, he sat quietly on the side, without saying a word, yet managing to exert an invisible pressure on Yu Xinwen, and safeguarding the mother and daughter.

Seeing her not give in, Yu Xinwen could only grit his teeth and offer more benefits, “Okay, besides the monthly salary, I’ll add various allowances, although it’s not as much as formal employees, it’s about two-thirds of theirs. After a year, I’ll raise your salary…”

“Deal.” Wang Miaomiao knew when to seize the opportunity, though she appeared slightly reluctant, she declared boldly, “Even though drawing might occupy all my free time, I will work hard. What does sacrificing a bit of my time matter for the happiness of the people? President Yu, rest assured, I will submit my work on time.”

Yu Xinwen felt a bit suffocated, this girl… Why does he feel like he’s been subtly manipulated by her? However, being able to finalize things smoothly, he was still very satisfied.

As for those benefits, they are within permissible limits; doing this doesn’t count as a violation. The young lady is a rare talent, offering generous terms is also a way to attract talent, planning for the future of the publishing house.

“Alright.” Yu Xinwen, sounding accommodating, turned to Liu Yulan and Wang Baoxing, “Your daughter is great, I envy you. If my son were half as clever as her, I could laugh in my sleep.”

“You’ve flattered us, really flattered us.” Liu Yulan said modestly, but inwardly she was very proud.

“Haha… Well, Miaomiao, give me a copy of your household registration. When I get back, I’ll register your information and get you an external staff work permit. I’ll also need a photo of you.” Until now, he didn’t know the family’s surname; he just heard another young lady calling her Miaomiao, so he followed suit.

“I’ll go get it.” Liu Yulan went to the room to fetch the household registration, while Wang Miaomiao had leftover photos from when she took her exam ID photo for middle school exams, so she went to get them.

Yu Xinwen took a notebook and a pen from his bag, took down Wang Miaomiao’s information, only then realizing the young lady’s name is Wang Miaomiao.

“Alright.” After noting the information, Yu Xinwen returned the registration to Liu Yulan and smiled at Wang Miaomiao, “Miaomiao, from now on, we are colleagues. When you send your drafts in the future, address them directly to me, that way the letters won’t get piled up in a corner. I’ll take these two books with me…”

Wang Miaomiao was very pleased; the compensation was ample enough that she would have monthly salaries in the future, no worries about living expenses. She smiled sweetly, “Alright, thank you, President Yu.”

Yu Xinwen looked at this young girl who was younger than his own son, feeling envious, thinking why good kids seem to belong to other people… “Don’t call me President; my son is about your age, call me Uncle instead…”

“Thank you, Uncle Yu.” Wang Miaomiao responded obediently.

Yu Xinwen, satisfied, gave her another special consideration and laughed, “Send the fourth volume this month, and I’ll calculate your salary for this month by the end of the month.”

“Really? Thank you, Uncle Yu. I guarantee it’ll be sent to you by the end of the month.” This really excited Wang Miaomiao; being able to get paid this month was wonderful.

Unlike nowadays, where many places withhold workers’ wages for a month to pay by the end of the next month, some even retain part as bonuses to be paid out at the end of the year… Alas, just ways to delay paying workers their wages.

“Dad, Mom, I’m back, can we eat now?” Wang Jia Bao entered, dripping wet, carrying a bucket. His face, several shades darker from the sun, displayed a bright smile, “I got lucky today and caught a big fish, probably weighing two jin…”

“That’s enough, constantly buzzing around all day, only knowing how to play crazily. Haven’t you seen there’s a guest here? Hurry back to your room and change.” Liu Yulan scolded Wang Jia Bao, then turned to smile at Yu Xinwen, “My youngest son, not as smart as his sister, could only get into the city’s No.1 Middle School.”

Her son hasn’t had a day to stay at home properly since the vacation started; he has a playful nature, not as well-behaved as her daughter. But kids are always good regardless, so she picked up things to praise.

Though playful, thanks to him, the household has had plenty of fish, shrimp, and eels to eat in recent days.

“The city’s No.1 Middle School is great, Mr. Liu, Mr. Wang, you really know how to raise children, they’re all so outstanding.” Yu Xinwen was envious, his son just barely managed to make the cut-off line and attended an ordinary high school.

“Hehe, we didn’t teach him, his sister did well at guiding him. Otherwise, with his spirited nature, how could he have passed?” Liu Yulan looked at Wang Miaomiao, filled with affection.

They chatted a bit more, and Wang Pandi’s dishes were ready, and everyone started the meal.

Yu Xinwen, holding his bowl, felt a bit embarrassed, “I came in such a rush, didn’t bring any gifts, really, it’s quite impolite today.” He truly had forgotten, was only focused on finding them quickly, without thinking much.

“No need to be so formal.” Liu Yulan laughed, “You are Miaomiao’s great benefactor; I was thinking of sending you a gift to thank you instead…”

“Oh, no need for that.” Yu Xinwen felt much better at Liu Yulan’s words, “As long as Miaomiao submits her drafts on time, I’m very happy; nothing else is needed.”

“Uncle Yu, have some more dishes.” Wang Miaomiao used serving chopsticks to pick for him, smiling with a bit of mischief, “No need to use this as an excuse to urge for drafts repeatedly; I promise to submit on time, I’m still waiting for Uncle to pay me.”

“Hahaha…” Yu Xinwen laughed heartily at her words.

Yu Xinwen’s trip to J city was mission accomplished, not only did he bring back two volumes of art drafts, but also finalized the continuation of others, without worrying anymore about suddenly lacking contributions.

He kept his word; upon returning to Sea City, he got Wang Miaomiao’s external work certificate processed and within three days, it was sent to Wang Miaomiao’s hands.

The work certificate took quite a round among the family’s hands, cherished greatly, before finally returning to her.

Looking at the certificate in her hands, Wang Miaomiao felt it was unbelievable that she, too, was now amongst the wage earners.

Of course, she also instructed her family not to talk about her sketching work outside, lest it stir unnecessary gossip, which would be quite annoying.

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