Chapter 617: Handing Out Year-End Bonuses

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation   Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

No one knew what Shen Qiuhua or Su Fengmao would say the following day. Still, everyone had their guesses.

“Did someone violate the rules?”

“That’s also possible. Is that what Miss Shen wants to address? Who would be so foolish to break the rules?”

“If that’s not it, what is?”

“Even if we were to receive bonuses in the past, those on leave wouldn’t have to come in, right? They would just receive their bonus when they returned to work the following day.”

“You’re right. I wonder what’s happening. After all, Miss Su has returned, so who knows what could happen?”

“Will someone get fired?”

Everyone’s faces paled at that last question. They feared getting fired, mainly because the tofu factory paid and treated them well. Everyone cherished their jobs dearly and worked hard. They would not dare to slack off.

They knew if they did not work hard, many others would be willing to fight for their spot at the tofu factory. Therefore, no one was foolish enough to break the rules.

Some wondered if they had done a good enough job to keep their place at the tofu factory, while others overthought the situation and could not sleep that night.

A few employees scared themselves with negative thoughts, and others were quite curious about what would happen at the tofu factory the following day. They thought Su Binglan would have something good to announce.

Meanwhile, everyone in the Su family had done their accounting and prepared gifts in the afternoon. Then they waited until the following morning to distribute the gifts and bonuses to the employees.

The tofu factory employees were still speculating about what would happen when they went to work that morning. Moreover, Shen Qiuhua had called a few factory managers to discuss some things with them.

After a while, Lin Dahua, Liu Qiao, and a few more people returned smilingly. Lin Dahua smiled so brightly that her eyes narrowed into slits. She could not hide her excitement.

Liu Qiao also could not stop smiling and giggling.

When the employees saw their managers faces, they figured it was something good. As expected, Shen Qiuhua put down a large basket and said, “l told everyone to come into work today for a special announcement.

“We will be closed from today until the Lantern Festival and will return to work on the 15th of January.”

Everyone present was ecstatic when they heard the news. Some became wide-eyed, while others had their mouths agape. Even so, they thought they had misheard Shen Qiuhua.

Everyone knew they would have an early holiday but did not expect to be on leave until the 15th of January.

“Will our vacation last that long?” “That’s almost a month long!’

“Am I hallucinating?”

Some were so excited their palms were sweating. Everyone returned to their senses and looked at each other. They realized it was true from the look in each other’s eyes.

After a while, someone asked, “Is it true, Miss Shen?”

In the past, everyone would have nothing to do after the autumn harvest, so it was equivalent to a work vacation. However, it felt different this time.

They would feel at ease and secure if they were on vacation because their families’ conditions would be even better next year since they still had jobs and monthly salaries.

A vacation wholly differed from being idle at home after the autumn harvest. Therefore, everyone was ecstatic about the upcoming holidays.

Shen Qiuhua chuckled. “Of course, it’s true. We’ll also be giving out this month’s salary in advance and your year-end bonuses.”

“What?!”

“We’re receiving year-end bonuses?! ”

“This month has just started, and they’re already giving out wages and bonuses?”

“What’s a year-end bonus? Is it the same as a regular bonus?”

Everyone was puzzled and slightly doubtful. However, the employees could not suppress their excitement. After all, they would have an early vacation, receive early wages, and receive year-end bonuses.

“Ah! It’s so exciting!’

“Now that I think about it, I can go home and prepare early for the New Year, especially with my early salary and bonus.”

“It feels different from our free time after the autumn harvest.’

Shen Qiuhua added, “The year-end bonus is for everyone to have a better New Year celebration.’

Everyone’s eyes lit up when they heard her words. The employees stood upright and attentively listened to Shen Qiuhua. They feared they would miss out on any vital information.

Most also thought about how much more silver they would receive.

“Will our New Year bonus be more than usual? Will we get three silver taels this time instead of two?”

“The month has just begun, so our bonus should only be for these few work days, right? Miss Su must want us to have a better New Year.”

Everyone tried guessing how much they would receive as a bonus. Then Shen Qiuhua first called the managers to collect their salaries and year-end bonuses.

Liu Qiao was the first tofu factory manager. She performed excellently and was earnest about her work, so her bonus was high. When she saw the twelve silver taels as her salary and bonus, she was so shocked she froze.

Her hands trembled as she held the money, while her eyes widened as she asked herself in disbelief, “R-Really? Is this real?!”

Shen Qiuhua handed her the money and said, “There are gifts here. Each person will receive a box of tofu products, two bottles of wine, a box of instant noodles, and some hotpot ingredients.

“Everyone, please collect your gifts and bonuses. After that, you can all return home and prepare for the New Year.”

Liu Qiao felt like she was about to faint. She was so stunned she could barely feel her legs.

Shen Qiuhua asked, “What’s wrong?”

Liu Qiao returned to her senses and quickly shook her head. “I-I’m fine, Miss

Shen.’

“It’s good that you’re okay. Distribute the gifts and go home to rest.” Shen Qiuhua did not know Liu Qiao was still dizzy from the surprise.

Liu Qiao felt like her whole body was numb, and her heart raced. She went to take the things, but her hands trembled uncontrollably. Still, she could not help but smile.

Liu Qiao was typically quiet and steady, and everyone knew her well. They felt it was strange to see her acting so erratically.

“What happened?”

“Liu Qiao isn’t usually like this.”

“Don’t worry. I think Liu Qiao is shocked since she received so much money.”

“l didn’t expect to receive my salary this early. Not only that, but we also get an early vacation, year-end bonuses, and gifts.”

“Everything is perfect! “