Back to the 1970s: Building My Fortune Through Time Trading

When Zhang Yulan said this, she felt a bit embarrassed. After all, she was already very grateful when Su Xiaoxiao helped her get so many things last time.

Now asking for help again, she felt somewhat uneasy.

"You don’t know my family relatives. When they heard I could get flashlights and stainless steel cups, they all came knocking on my door. Even the ones I hadn’t been in contact with for years showed up. I’m really cornered by them and had no choice but to come and ask you. If it’s too much trouble, I’ll just find a way to refuse them when I get back."

With Zhang Yulan’s personality of not liking to trouble others, she would have already refused if she could.

She likely had no choice but to come and seek her help.

Given the friendship between them, Su Xiaoxiao was certainly going to help, and besides, it was a good chance for her to make some money.

She glanced around to make sure no one was paying attention to them, then leaned close to Zhang Yulan and spoke softly, "Actually, some relatives on my side just happened to get a batch of goods recently, with about a few dozen of each item. So, I’ll give you a two-cent commission for each one you help sell. Your relatives can come to me whenever they need."

Hearing this, Zhang Yulan widened her eyes in disbelief.

She thought she was already troubling Su Xiaoxiao enough, but she didn’t expect Su Xiaoxiao to offer her a commission.

She couldn’t bring herself to profit off others while asking for help. That’s not something she would do.

She immediately shook her head and refused without hesitation, "Xiaoxiao, I’m already very grateful that you’re willing to help me, how could I possibly take your commission?"

"Sis, the commission isn’t from me; it’s from my relatives’ side. Their factory produced some inventory earlier, and now they urgently need to sell it to recoup funds. You’re helping them too by doing this, so the commission is really for you. Just don’t mind it being too small."

Zhang Yulan felt even more embarrassed hearing this. Comrade Su was truly an honest and kind person, not only eager to help but also offering her a commission.

But she absolutely couldn’t take this commission. If she did, what kind of person would she be?

"Xiaoxiao, you just keep the commission as a running fee for all the trouble you’ve gone through."

Seeing Zhang Yulan repeatedly refuse, Su Xiaoxiao couldn’t insist further, so she planned in her mind to exchange it for some small items she could use.

They exchanged a few more pleasantries before a customer came in.

The visitor was a middle-aged woman in her forties, dressed smartly with a keen look in her eyes.

She approached the counter with a smile on her face, "Hello, Comrade, I’d like to buy a flashlight. Do you have any in stock now?"

Su Xiaoxiao wished she could say she had one right then, but unfortunately, it was working hours, and it was inconvenient.

Indeed, there were no flashlights in the department store at that time; they had sold out a few days ago,

So she could only give an apologetic smile.

She shook her head at the woman, "Sorry, the flashlights are all sold out. You can come back next time if you need one."

The woman’s expression turned a bit disappointed, "Okay, thank you!"

After a busy day, it quickly reached closing time.

Qin Shuang had faced quite a few glares all day due to the list issue, and at this point, she was extremely nervous.

Afraid of becoming the target of everyone’s ire with one careless move.

Su Xiaoxiao approached everyone and gave her a reassuring look from a distance, then quickly relayed to everyone the result Xu Cuilan and she had discussed.

Hearing it was just a mistake with the list, the expressions on everyone’s faces softened considerably, and some old sales clerks who hadn’t been selected as alternates stopped complaining.

With the issue resolved smoothly, everyone could finally smile and head home after work.

Su Xiaoxiao also breathed a sigh of relief, shouldered her bag and carried the items she had promised to bring for her neighbors, and left with long strides.

She had gotten used to carrying bags in and out of the department store every day, so people weren’t surprised anymore.

Just as she was exiting the department store with her load, a familiar and pleasant female voice called out from behind, "Comrade Su, wait for me."

Su Xiaoxiao turned around in response and saw that it was Qin Shuang chasing after her.

Qin Shuang had run the whole way to catch up, panting slightly before she spoke, "Thank you for today. Whether you believe it or not, I really don’t want to be an advanced sales clerk unless I earn it with my own ability."

Su Xiaoxiao gave her a thumbs-up in agreement, "Comrade Qin, you’re absolutely right. Whatever you do, you should do it uprightly. I admire that."

Qin Shuang hadn’t expected her to be praised and couldn’t help the blush spreading across her face.

"I thought you’d hold a grudge against me for the list issue, like the others."

Su Xiaoxiao shook her head, "If you have connections, that’s your skill."

In modern times, networking is also an important factor.

With such amazing backing, people would probably want to curry favor with her rather than harbor resentment.

"Alright, just relax. This matter is over now."

Su Xiaoxiao patted Qin Shuang on the shoulder in a brotherly manner. She actually wanted to wrap her arm around her shoulders, but unfortunately, her height didn’t quite allow it.

Su Xiaoxiao got on her bike and waved with a smile, "Alright, I’m heading home now. Comrade Qin, see you tomorrow."

Qin Shuang was stunned for a moment, but then waved back at her too.

Watching her figure gradually fade away, the corners of Qin Shuang’s mouth lifted into a slight smile, "See you tomorrow, Comrade Su."

Su Xiaoxiao cycled all the way home and saw the neighbors gathered at the door, waiting for the items she had brought. Everyone greeted her with enthusiasm.

"Xiaoxiao, you must be hungry. Auntie has some buns here; have one to stave off your hunger."

"Xiaoxiao, I have freshly made osmanthus cake here; take a couple of pieces to try."

"Su Family girl, Auntie has some freshly rolled flatbread here; take some home to eat."

The aunties warmly offered her food, and soon Su Xiaoxiao’s arms were full of goodies.

The neighbors were so enthusiastic she could barely handle it, so she quickly pulled out the items and distributed them to everyone.

With everyone happy with their share, they gradually dispersed, cheerfully bidding farewell to Su Xiaoxiao before returning home.

Holding a pile of items in her arms, Su Xiaoxiao had to park her bike at the door and take her things inside first.

As soon as she entered, she bumped into Su Jianwen and Su Jianwu squatting at the entrance.

When her two younger brothers saw their older sister bringing home so much delicious food, their eyes lit up, and they eagerly clamored to help her carry things.

Watching the two of them squatting by the door, Su Xiaoxiao couldn’t help but wonder, "Why are you two staying outside after school instead of going inside?"

Su Jianwu motioned towards the house with his mouth, "Why else? That annoying family is here again, of course."

As he spoke, a familiar piercing voice came from the house, and Su Xiaoxiao squinted her eyes and reached out to push open the door.