Because the new factory director had dismissed many people this time, and some who had secretly relied on connections to secure good dormitory rooms were also evicted, many dormitories became vacant.
Now that vacant dormitories were available, those in the factory who were unwilling to make efforts but still wanted to live in good dormitories began to have ideas, each hoping to secure a better room.
Especially this Lin Miaomiao—today, his niece Xiulan complained that not only did Lin Miaomiao cause her to be beaten by Yu Meijing, but their manager also showed favoritism and protected her.
He knew about Yu Meijing—she came from a good family, had an education, a fiery temper, and was somewhat well-known.
But what was this Lin Miaomiao? She was just lucky enough to be selected from the assembly line. Perhaps she had curried favor with their manager or supervisor to get this opportunity. Yet as soon as she got it, she dared to confront his niece! And even beat her up like that!
He immediately turned cold-faced. Seeing her application for a single dormitory, of course, he disagreed and directly rejected it.
Unexpectedly, when the list was submitted, the factory director called him over.
He didn’t say much, just asked all the applicants to come over one by one for a talk…
He had initially been a bit worried, but after seeing those people explain their situations and Director Lu saying nothing, he breathed a sigh of relief.
Just when he thought the matter was over, Director Lu asked why Lin Miaomiao’s name was not on his list.
Only then did he realize that, apart from the application list in his hands, Director Lu actually had another copy.
His heart sank instantly.
He had rejected Lin Miaomiao’s application out of personal bias, but he never expected this new factory director to have such a trick up his sleeve. He was completely stunned. Now, seeing Lin Miaomiao arrive, he deliberately said, “You should know that our dormitories are prioritized for technical workers and those who have made contributions to the factory. Do you think you can compare with them?”
“Director, I rejected her application for the sake of others. In a while, we’ll be recruiting new talent for the factory, and they will need this dormitory more than Lin Miaomiao.”
He spoke with a serious expression to Lu Yanzhou.
Hearing this, Lin Miaomiao’s expression darkened. “I didn’t apply before because the dormitories were fully occupied. Now, the rule states that those with difficult personal circumstances can apply, so I did. How is that occupying a spot?”
These weren’t her words—they were what Lu Yanzhou himself had said on stage.
He had stated that single dormitories were not only open to talented individuals but also to those with difficult family circumstances…
“What’s so difficult about bringing a child? You could just let your ex-husband take care of the child, couldn’t you? If everyone with a child could apply for a single dormitory, then all the married employees with children in the factory could apply, right?”
Manager Liu said bluntly.
“It’s just bringing a child. It’s not like your ex-husband is dead and can’t take care of it.”
He believed Lin Miaomiao was deliberately using her child to play the victim and secure a good dormitory.
Lin Miaomiao: “Yes, he’s dead.”
Manager Liu: “…”
Lu Yanzhou’s eyes left the list in his hands, and he glanced at her.
“So you think you’re special?”
“No, I just think if there’s this option…”
“What makes you think this option is for you?” Lu Yanzhou interrupted her.
Lin Miaomiao’s expression froze, rendered speechless by his words.
Manager Liu was quite pleased to hear this, thinking Lin Miaomiao deserved it—it was a way to vent some anger for his niece.
It seemed Director Lu wasn’t the type to show pity just because someone looked charming and seductive.
Without holding back, he said, “Director Lu is right. What kind of difficulty is this? I think you’re just trying to take advantage. For someone like you, being promoted to an accountant is already a stroke of luck from eight lifetimes ago. How dare you dream of living in a single dormitory? Are you even worthy?”
His words were harsh.
In his eyes, one either had ability or money. A girl from the countryside—why should she live in the same conditions as those wealthy, skilled university graduates?
“If you really want to live in a dormitory, it’s not impossible.”
“There are still vacancies in the eight-person dormitory. I can agree to that, after all, our factory isn’t completely unreasonable.”
Lin Miaomiao clenched her teeth.
“No need, I won’t apply!”
“Director Lu, I want to ask you—if I pass this accountant assessment, can I apply then?”
“What do you think?”
Lin Miaomiao: “…” What did she think?
If she knew, would she even be asking him?
“From what I understand, accountants are eligible to apply for single dormitories.” She remembered correctly—Wang Xiulan lived in a single dormitory. It wasn’t because her family was struggling or anything troublesome; she just wanted a place to rest and nap at noon.
She still went home in the evenings.
When Lin Miaomiao heard about it, she was envious.
But Wang Xiulan was an accountant with qualifications—she deserved it.
Didn’t that mean that as long as she passed the assessment and officially became an accountant, she could apply too?
“Not necessarily.”
Lin Miaomiao stared at him.
“If I pass the assessment, why wouldn’t I be eligible?”
The man’s expression remained cold. “Because there are too many people with better qualifications than you.”
“What kind of ability earns what kind of treatment. The factory will prioritize those with greater ability. This isn’t targeted at you.”
Lin Miaomiao’s face darkened. She took a deep breath. “Director Lu, are you saying that even if I pass the assessment and become an accountant, I might not enjoy the same treatment as other accountants?”
She finally understood. No matter how hard she tried, without formal education, she had no ability. Even if she miraculously passed the assessment, she still wouldn’t be entitled to the same benefits as others.
Because there would always be someone better than her.
“That’s the way it is.”
Manager Liu sneered. “You don’t actually think you can pass, do you? Even if you do, Director Lu is right—how can you compare to those with proper qualifications? Aren’t you ashamed?”
“I’ve seen your background. You didn’t even finish elementary school. Calling you illiterate would be generous.”
“And you still dream of living in a nice dormitory?”
“How laughable.”
Lin Miaomiao: “Laugh at your mother!”
Her small face tightened as she stood up.
“I’m not taking the test.”