Transmigrated as Cannon Fodder — I Rise to Female Lead Through Hard Work-Chapter 178: A Fortuitous Opportunity

Yi Roujing, being dragged towards the power plant by Feng Lishu, felt a bit helpless. This girl was chirping energetically by her ear, making Yi feel as if she were listening to a roommate from a past life talk about romantic fantasies.

The power plant is indeed a good place to work, growing stronger as time goes by. For the country to develop, electricity must develop first.

However, the danger of working at a power plant is greater than at most other places. So apart from logistics and similar positions, everyone at the plant starts as an apprentice, since the safety of the people must be ensured.

While walking along, Yi Roujing suddenly stopped and quickly stepped back a few paces to take a closer look at the notice board at the power plant — they were recruiting electrical apprentices!

The deadline was July 15th, and they were looking to recruit ten apprentices.

"Roujing, does anyone in your family want to be an electrical apprentice?" Feng Lishu asked. "Actually, being an electrician is quite a good role. You might be an apprentice for a while because there’s much to learn. However, good electricians from our plant often get relocated to city or provincial plants, and prospects are good."

"If someone in your family wants to be an apprentice, I’ll mention it to my dad." Feng Lishu leaned in with a smile and whispered.

"No, no..." Yi Roujing raised her right hand to stop her, "Don’t say it."

"Mr. Yin—"

Yi Roujing’s outstretched hand was grabbed by Feng Lishu, who then pulled her along. Not far ahead, a middle-aged man in a white shirt and black pants, probably in his early forties, walked towards them. Feng Lishu greeted him warmly.

"Lishu." Yin Mingrong’s smile widened, "Didn’t your parents take the day off today? Didn’t you go with them to see your grandfather?"

"My parents were thoughtful and let me off since I worked the night shift yesterday." Feng Lishu explained with a smile.

"Worked the night shift? Our Lishu works hard. Being a nurse is tiring, isn’t it? You know, you’d do well in the HR department at the plant. Mr. Yin could look out for you there." Yin Mingrong said with a smile.

"But I went to nursing school specifically to be a nurse. Not being one would waste my education." Feng Lishu replied with ambition, "Plus, being a nurse is amazing. It allows me to help many people."

"Mr. Yin, this is Yi Roujing, my colleague at the hospital and a good friend. I’m having dinner at her house today." Feng Lishu said with a smile.

"Hello." Yi Roujing greeted gracefully.

"Hello." Yin Mingrong returned the greeting with a smile.

"Mr. Yin, is the power plant recruiting electrical apprentices? Is registration directly at the HR department?" Feng Lishu asked.

Yi Roujing understood that this person seemed to have authority in the HR department.

"Yes, just bring the household registration booklet and an introduction letter from the local place to apply directly." Yin Mingrong inquired with concern, "Is there someone you know, Lishu, who wants to be an apprentice?"

"Probably." Feng Lishu didn’t directly answer but glanced at Yi Roujing, and Yin Mingrong understood.

"If someone from Mr. Yi’s family wants to come, I will keep an eye out."

They’re all sharp people, and Yi Roujing couldn’t be ungrateful at this moment.

"It’s my cousin. I think working in the field all life isn’t a good plan. It’s better to have a skill." Yi Roujing said with a smile.

"Yi is in the transportation department of the food factory; are you referring to the brothers before Weiliang?" Feng Lishu had met Yi Weiliang today and knew about him.

"I plan to go home and ask, also hear what my brothers think. I noticed the notice and thought to pay attention." Yi Roujing explained.

"Oh, I see. Mr. Yin, thank you. We’ll be on our way now." Feng Lishu then took Yi Roujing’s hand and led her towards her own home.

"Haha, I just happened to see it. I didn’t specifically say anything."

Yi Roujing gave Feng Lishu a helpless look, "But thank you. If my brother becomes an apprentice, I’ll treat you to dinner."

"Sure, sure." Feng Lishu didn’t make a big deal out of it, "Actually, Roujing, don’t feel pressured. Even if you start as an apprentice at the power plant, your future depends on your efforts."

"That’s for sure, but often people are just missing that foot in the door." Yi Roujing said sincerely.

"Then treat me to dinner."

"Alright, alright."

The independent courtyard, being a staff house for the plant director, certainly had its perks. Feng Lishu unlocked the door, and Yi Roujing followed her in. The most striking feature was the flower rack on the left side of the courtyard and the swing chair beneath it. Yi Roujing couldn’t resist taking a second look.

Feng Lishu grabbed a green net bag and started packing things.

"Hey, don’t..."

"Roujing, don’t be so reserved. Reciprocity is the key to maintaining a relationship. I’ll be coming over to your house for meals in the future." Feng Lishu said without turning back.

Yi Roujing couldn’t help but laugh. This girl was straightforward but made good sense and understood the nuances of social interactions.

"This swing chair is really nice." Yi Roujing said as she gave in and sat on the wooden swing chair. She had wanted to sit on it from the moment she entered.

"I got my dad to make it for me. I love swings the most." Feng Lishu said happily, "You like it too, don’t you? Come over more often, and feel free to sit."

While Feng Lishu moved in and out, Yi Roujing enjoyed swinging back and forth on the swing. With the flower rack providing shade, it was incredibly comfortable, and she was starting to doze off a bit.

"Lishu, you’re back—"

Yi Roujing was jolted awake by the sound of the door opening. She looked to see the young man she had seen on the street today chasing after Feng Lishu; it seemed his name was Liao Shiqi.

Liao Shiqi, upon entering, first saw Yi Roujing sitting on the swing under the flower rack and immediately recognized her as Feng Lishu’s colleague.

"Hello." Liao Shiqi was a bit taken aback by Yi Roujing’s beauty. Her looks had already impressed him during their brief encounter on the street, and now, resting amidst the red flowers and green leaves, she was even more stunning, outshining the flowers themselves.

Feng Lishu already had a great appearance, but he hadn’t expected such a remarkable beauty among her colleagues.

"Hello." Since he greeted her, Yi Roujing couldn’t ignore him, so she replied calmly.

"You and Lishu must be quite close. This cherished swing of hers isn’t for just anyone to sit on. I’ve never had the chance whenever I’ve come over." Liao Shiqi said with a smile, "Lishu and I have known each other since childhood, and she never let me sit on it, saying a boy shouldn’t sit beneath the flowers."

This kind of conversation was quite awkward, and Yi Roujing didn’t know how to respond.

"Roujing, I’ve sorted it out. I... Why are you here?" Feng Lishu, initially pleased, turned sullen upon seeing Liao Shiqi.

"My uncle’s house is just opposite you, isn’t it? I saw your door open and came to check if you were back." Liao Shiqi expressed concern.

"Did you see Mr. Yin?" Feng Lishu deduced quickly, "We’re leaving now."

Feng Lishu’s meaning was clear enough, signaling it was time for the guest to leave, so Liao Shiqi had no choice but to step out with them, "Lishu, where are you going?"

"To Roujing’s house. I’m having dinner there, too."