Chapter 430: The Cold Winter in Wilhelmshaven Part 2
Near the North Sea Terminal in Wilhelmshaven, there is a neighborhood called Sharik. Mainly middle- and low-class people live here, and they make a living by working part-time jobs, doing laundry and other tasks.
Bern's home is here.
"I'm back."
Dragging his tired body and mind, Berne returned to this poor but warm home.
"I'm home."
His wife Philna's voice came from the kitchen.
Smelling the aroma of bacon in the potatoes, Bern was a little surprised when he walked into the kitchen and found his wife making bacon mashed potatoes and dried mushroom soup.
"Why did you eat so well today?"
Hearing her husband's inquiry, his wife Philna said while busy: "The main reason is that you are working hard, and also because Qi Ke got good grades in the exam. How about a taste?"
Zico is their second son, and his academic performance is very good. The teacher said that he hopes to be admitted to the famous Heidelberg University.
Seeing the food handed to him by his wife with a spoon, the bacon bits were clearly visible in the mashed potatoes, and Bern ate it in one bite.
"How is the taste?"
Looking at his expectant wife, Bern gave a thumbs up with his rough hands. After receiving praise from her husband, Fierna giggled, even the wrinkles on her face caused by hard work could not be smoothed.
few.
"Mom, isn't dinner ready yet? I'm so hungry."
The youngest daughter Evelin, who was over eight years old, appeared at the kitchen door and complained.
Berne touched Evelin's head and said with a smile, "Oh. Our little angel is hungry."
"I've been hungry for a long time. I smelled the aroma when I was playing outside with Lorna."
The Rona Evelin was talking about was the child of her next-door neighbor Dort, and the two liked to play together.
"You can eat soon."
His wife Philna added.
After getting the answer from her mother that she wanted to serve dinner, Evelin jumped up and ran out of the kitchen.
When Fierna put the food on the simple dining table made of a wooden board, the three children were already sitting in the small living room with spoons. They all swallowed involuntarily as they looked at today's sumptuous dinner.
"Let's eat."
As soon as Bern heard the sound of opening the meal, the three children, who could no longer bear the aroma of the food, immediately started gobbling it up.
Especially the eldest son Rodel, who was 14 years old when he was half-grown and poor. The portion on the plate, which was comparable to that of Bern, was rapidly decreasing visibly to the naked eye.
"Eat slowly."
Seeing Rodel's mouth full of food, his wife couldn't help but persuade him.
"Uh-huh."
Rodel, who was too exhausted to speak, could only make this sound as a response to his mother.
The delicious dinner made everyone speechless. They all lowered their heads and ate their food, until Rodel stretched out his spoon to Philna's plate.
"Brother, you are so annoying."
"I see you can't finish eating, so I'm helping you."
Rodel, who was caught in the act by his sister, forcefully defended himself.
"I can't eat any more, please take it."
Seeing the eldest son who was still a little hungry, the wife put the remaining food on Rodel's plate.
While watching all this, Berne thought about the news he had just received today, and couldn't let go of a trace of sadness. The shipyard was really going to be closed down. What should he do with his family's life?
Philna, who had lived together for many years, noticed the sad look on Bern's face and immediately asked with concern. "What's wrong with you? Is there anything unhappy at work?"
"No, I'm just wondering if I need to find another part-time job. The current job at the shipyard makes my family too poor."
Bern's cover-up words diverted his wife's attention.
"It's so hard to find a part-time job now. I went to a career counseling agency and there was always a long queue. I heard that some people were waiting there all night long. I'm afraid it's not easy."
His wife's words made Bern's face darken again.
The ship-related industry in Wilhelmshaven is developed, and most people in the city are doing this kind of work. Now almost all shipyards are facing inspection by the Allied Powers, many workers have been laid off, and there are unemployed people everywhere.
Then find the right part-time job for yourself.
"I heard from Lorna that their family is about to move."
At this time, their daughter Evelin interrupted with a remark that caught their attention.
"The Dort family is moving away?"
Of course, Bern knows about his neighbor Dort. Their family is somewhat similar to Bern's. They work in a small shipyard with several children. The only difference is that Dort was also fired some time ago, and he also asked for help some time ago.
I borrowed food myself.
"Yes. I heard from Rona that their family is moving to Romania. His father was recruited by a shipyard in Romania, and Rona and the others need to go to Romania with their parents."
As Evelin spoke, she fell into the despair that her friend was about to leave. And her words made Bern feel that there was no sure way out. Maybe this was a way out, but of course it was also the last choice.
After all, because of the previous war between the two countries, German public opinion promoted Romania in a bad light. As a German, who would want to go to a country that is hostile to Germans unless it is absolutely necessary?
Yes, the current public opinion in Germany is that Romania is an accomplice of Britain and France. Although Edel has made many well-intentioned actions, for example, Romania's loan to Germany has been paid off in advance with food and other materials, and many donations have been made in Edel's name.
Less. The reparations for Romania in the Treaty of Versailles were also offset by a large stockpile of weapons, ammunition and other military materials.
These are basically the benefits of the German government, and ordinary people are overthinking how much benefit they want to get from them. After all, before the war, Romania was not very powerful, and it was a remote country in the eyes of the German people. After the war, Romania also helped the Allies win.
How can an accomplice have a good reputation? The only thing people remember is Romania's food, oil, and cars. In addition, the royal family is also a member of the Hohenzollern family.
However, these kind gestures have a certain effect. At least Romania currently has a better reputation among the Allied Powers. With the same salary, most people will choose the latter if they want to work in Britain, France, the United States, or Romania.
.The next ones are the United States, Britain, and France in order.
But unfortunately, except for the United States and Romania, Britain and France rarely recruit people in Germany. At present, the United States is more about acquiring technology and top talents. Unless ordinary workers actively immigrate, there is not much possibility of being connected with the United States.
As for recruiting skilled workers, only Romania is doing it. After all, the newly occupied territory is too big and requires a lot of material comfort, all of which require factory production. And under the conscious guidance of the Romanian government, many factories now organize groups to recruit what they need.
people.
As for recruiting people, Romania is currently sending many officials to Germany to help these companies recruit people, mainly with the chief of guards, Carlust.
