"I know, what happened with Uncle Ban and Aunt Ban was an accident, your sister is sensible too. After you graduate from college and start earning money, you'll be able to support your sister and grandma." Xu Nian'an comforted him, feeling especially grateful that their whole family was safe and together, and they were making money at home so they didn't have to worry about paying for school.
"I came today to ask you something. I have a job your sister can do—it's better than washing dishes in a restaurant." As soon as Xu Nian'an finished speaking, Ban Chuan's eyes lit up.
Xu Nian'an continued, "I opened a boutique shop at the school gate. I have to attend classes and don't have time to look after it. I wanted to ask if your sister would be willing. It's just selling things and taking payments, really simple. The monthly salary is thirty yuan."
Xu Nian'an thought Ban Chuan would agree right away, but Ban Chuan unexpectedly fell silent.
