Transmigrated as Cannon Fodder — I Rise to Female Lead Through Hard Work-Chapter 142: Sincere Apology

If her daughter joined the food factory as a temporary worker, the chances of becoming permanent were higher than in the textile factory. If both her son and daughter worked in the food factory, they could look out for each other. She initially thought that, with her long-term employee status, it was a sure thing. She didn’t expect the person who got in was Ding Anmin.

At first, Peng was mindful that Ding Anmin had connections, but after some interactions and inquiries, she learned that it was Ding Anmin’s elder brother who helped her get in, and that her brother was just a teacher. This made Peng feel unsettled.

As for Jiang Xuemei, Peng didn’t approach her directly, but her daughter complained to Jiang Xuemei indirectly for quite some time, hinting that Ding Anmin bribed her way into the food factory.

Although Jiang Xuemei was the daughter of the food factory’s union chairman, she herself was outstanding, having entered the factory through exams and being recognized for her capabilities. She despised those who relied solely on connections without any real abilities.

Previously, Peng accidentally twisted her ankle and hinted that it was Ding Anmin who tripped her, whether intentionally or not, and she also spread the word that Ding Anmin was arrogant and acted like a capitalist lady.

Jiang Xuemei, being impressionable, believed what her good friend and her mother said, leading to her anger and eventual physical confrontation.

After getting along for a while, Peng somewhat understood Ding Anmin’s temperament. She thought that even if Ding Anmin was upset by Jiang Xuemei, she wouldn’t react. Unexpectedly, the next day, the union chairman invited her to the office.

In the union office, besides Chairman Jiang and Jiang Xuemei, Yi Roujing and Ding Anmin were also present.

Chairman Jiang knew he had to inform Yi Roujing about this issue, so he specially went to call her from the hospital. At the moment, Yi Roujing was wearing a nurse’s uniform, standing out in the office, especially with her extraordinary appearance.

"Peng Chaomei, I called you here today to ask about the issue with the payroll." Chairman Jiang asked Peng Chaomei to sit down and explained, though his tone was cold, and his expression revealed some suppressed anger.

Last night, Chairman Jiang had inquired Jiang Xuemei about the situation, realizing his daughter was used as a tool. He was quite upset, as they had taught their child to be too kind-hearted, and he couldn’t completely blame the child. Therefore, his disdain for Peng Chaomei was even greater.

Upon seeing the pretty woman in the nurse’s uniform, Peng Chaomei realized that this was Ding Anmin’s sister-in-law. Over the past few days of interactions, Peng Chaomei had learned quite a bit about Ding Anmin’s family situation.

"Chairman Jiang, I was careless and made a mistake on Xuemei’s payroll. I’ve already explained and rectified it yesterday, making sure the payroll and receipts were complete. Chairman Jiang, I promise I won’t make such errors again." Peng Chaomei apologized with a sincere attitude. 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝕨𝕖𝗯𝚗𝚘𝕧𝕖𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝕞

Jiang Xuemei felt a bit disdainful, as her father had analyzed the situation last night, explaining the reasons why Ding Anmin was able to enter the factory.

While knowing someone was one reason, Ding Anmin also had a high school diploma, with excellent grades during school. Besides, she wasn’t limited to just the food factory; the brewery had also offered her opportunities, and she chose the food factory in the end.

During this period, Ding Anmin’s work performance had been in full view of colleagues in the finance department, and she was very diligent, meticulous, and hardworking, receiving much praise.

Regarding Peng Chaomei’s ankle twist, other colleagues in the finance department confirmed it was her own carelessness, tripping over Ding Anmin’s chair leg, causing both herself and Ding Anmin to fall. Fortunately, the issue was not severe.

With the truth revealed, Jiang Xuemei couldn’t hide her shock; she didn’t expect someone could distort facts to such an extent. Chairman Jiang advised Jiang Xuemei to distance herself from Peng Chaomei’s daughter, doubting what kind of good daughter such parents could raise.

"Peng, every month my salary is the same. Why was there a mistake this time, right when you were not around, even though it’s usually you in charge of payroll and vouchers? Why was Anmin responsible when it came to mine?" Jiang Xuemei asked aggressively.

Peng Chaomei, seeing Jiang Xuemei’s expression, understood something was exposed.

"I, I, I really made a mistake carelessly." Peng Chaomei knew that regardless of the truth, this must be the explanation.

"This Mr. Peng seems to be getting on in years, unable to manage the finance department’s work anymore," Yi Roujing said with a sarcastic smile. "Chairman Jiang, you should perhaps suggest this to Director Ni, mentioning how older comrades need extra care, placing them in insignificant positions. Early retirement could also be a viable option."

Having witnessed Yi Roujing’s sharp tongue before, Chairman Jiang merely twitched his lips and endured it.

Peng Chaomei looked at Yi Roujing in shock, her face darkening instantly. "What do you mean, and who are you, a nurse, to meddle in factory affairs?"

"This is a well-intentioned suggestion," Yi Roujing looked straight at Peng Chaomei and said, "I don’t want to say much else today, Mr. Peng, just apologize properly to our Anmin. Make sure she doesn’t bear the brunt of the problem caused by your mistakes, even though you deserve it."

Red-faced and furious, Peng Chaomei was at a loss for words.

"I’m sorry." With both Chairman Jiang and Jiang Xuemei present, Peng Chaomei could only lower her head, angered as she was.

"Eh, I’m not asking for an apology right now, I’m asking for a sincere one," Yi Roujing turned to Chairman Jiang, "This incident has greatly hurt our Anmin’s young heart. Just as she’s stepping into society, she’s treated like this. Whether she can continue smoothly depends on the sincerity of the apology."

"Though it’s not to the level of documenting a demerit, an apology should be made in front of everyone. After all, you didn’t keep things private when bullying her."

Jiang Xuemei lowered her head in shame. "Chairman, what Anmin’s sister-in-law said is right. I’ll write an apology letter and publicly self-reflect in front of all the factory’s employees."

Yi Roujing raised an eyebrow, acknowledging her good attitude.

"No, no need to address everyone." Ding Anmin waved her hand, then tugged on Yi Roujing’s sleeve to remind her.

"Since this incident happened in the finance department, Comrade Jiang Xuemei can go there personally and self-reflect in front of Anmin’s colleagues, and we can generously accept it," Yi Roujing said.

Jiang Xuemei was quite surprised and looked up.

"To err is human; who can be without fault? Our Anmin is one of the kindest people. Though I’m small-minded, since it’s Anmin’s matter, we should follow her lead." Yi Roujing said with a smile.

Chairman Jiang’s expression softened a little as he stood up and said, "Then we’ll go by Comrade Ding Anmin’s suggestion. As Jiang Xuemei’s father, I’ll apologize to you now. This child is impressionable, and we taught her to be overly righteous. She wrongly involved Comrade Ding Anmin. Truly, I’m sorry."

"I’m really sorry, and I won’t do this again," Jiang Xuemei stood up and also apologized.

Sitting there, Peng Chaomei’s face suddenly turned pale.