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Chapter One: The Rogue Girl and the Daoist of Tranquility

"Hello, good morning. I saw your company’s job listing in the newspaper and wanted to ask if you’re still hiring—oh! All positions are filled? Alright, sorry to bother you. Goodbye!"

With a long sigh, Lin Zheng hung up the phone, spread open the newspaper, and marked an X over another job ad. The page was already riddled with red marks. Another morning wasted, leaving Lin Zheng quite disheartened. Was finding a job really this difficult? Every company he called that morning was already full—wasn’t this a bit much? Or were those people just brushing him off? Maybe he really needed to show up in person to prove his sincerity. But if that’s the case, why do these companies post so many job ads in the first place?

The more he thought about it, the more grievances crowded his mind. Just as Lin Zheng was muttering to himself, there was a sudden click—someone opened the front door.

"Hey, Lin! Come help me out!" a voice called from the doorway. Lin Zheng set the newspaper aside and went over. Standing there was someone whose face was hidden by the boxes she carried. The entryway was piled high with supplies: instant noodles, daily necessities, and more.

"Are you getting ready for hibernation or going into seclusion, you rascal? It’s only June—winter’s a long way off!" Lin Zheng stared speechlessly at the mountain of stuff.

As he helped her with two boxes, a fair and lively face emerged—bright and full of youthful energy, though at this moment, flushed and p