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Zhou Qin's family quickly received the message sent by Du Runiang, informing them that Du Runiang could pay Zhou Qin and her husband one silver tael each per month. Zhou Qin's mother-in-law happily agreed on behalf of her son and daughter-in-law.
"Mom, one silver tael per person per month seems a bit too much," Zhou Qin said reluctantly.
Her skill in making ginger-sugared treats was taught by Du Runiang, and now she and her husband were asked to use this skill to earn money from Du Runiang, which she found hard to accept.
"One silver tael is a lot in the countryside, but it's nothing in the city," Zhou Qin's mother-in-law, Mother Wu, glared at her fiercely. "Think about it, who wouldn't they hire? At least you're acquaintances, hiring us is less worrisome for them, isn't it?"
Zhou Qin's husband was silent for a while, then said, "Ah Qin, let's agree."
