A few of the people who used to be the backbone have taken unpaid leave and gone to work with private troupes. Take me for example; if it weren't for my mom being relatives with Yao Wen Yuan, I'd probably have left a long time ago.
Staying here, the future's laid out in front, clear as day. If it weren't absolutely necessary, who would want to muddle through life like this?
Even though everyone pretends to be indifferent, deep down, only they know how they truly feel.
"At least it's a secure government job."
The driver, Liu Yulong, chimed in.
"What good does that do?" Liu Yumei sighed heavily. "Last year during New Year, Li Fengfeng and Yao Gangxing came over to play, and you were there. Look at their demeanor and tone; if it weren't for the years of friendship from school, I would have kicked them out."
"Ten years east, ten years west; who knows who'll be on top in the future? Anyway, I think a government job is good. Having a sister like you makes me proud.
