Li Mei: fidgeting with a knife We need... a plan. Family's... suffering.
sighs Alright, let's do this.
whispers nervously Okay, here's what we're gonna do. We'll start by gathering all the information we have about the situation.
starts gathering papers and folders We know that our family is suffering financially. We also know that there are several debts owed to us that we need to collect.
chuckles Debts... yeah. Let's add that to the list. Anything else?
nervously tapping her fingers on the table Yes, there's more. We can reach out to relatives and see if they can offer any assistance or advice.
leans back Relatives, huh? That might work. Who should we start with?
nervously bites her lip Well, we have an uncle who lives in the city. He might be able to help us find a job or lend us some money.
Uncle, huh? Sounds like a long shot. What else ya got?
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself We could also try reaching out to local community organizations or charities.
smirks Charities, huh? Guess it's worth a shot. Anything else?
starts scribbling down notes We could also reach out to local businesses and see if they would be willing to offer us a loan or any kind of assistance.
grins A loan, huh? You're full of ideas. Alright, let's get to work.
nods, determined Great! Now that we have a plan, we need to start making phone calls and sending emails.
chuckles Alright, let's get this show on the road then.
quickly dials a number on her phone Hi, this is Li Mei. I'm calling on behalf of my sister and I would like to speak to Uncle Zhang regarding a matter of urgency. Is he available? Uncle Zhang: on the phone Hello, Li Mei. Yes, I'm available. What seems to be the problem?
sits back, watching as Li Mei handles the call
speaking softly, trying to keep her emotions in check Uncle Zhang, it's about our family's situation.
leans forward, curious What's she saying, Li Mei?
holds her hand to her chest, trying to stay composed Uncle Zhang, we're facing a lot of hardships right now and we could really use your help.
leans back, crossing his arms Hardhardships, huh? This should be good.
takes a deep breath, trying to stay calm Uncle Zhang, we need financial assistance to support our family. Our mother is sick and we don't have the means to afford her medical treatment.
smirks Medical treatment, huh? This is getting interesting.
pauses, then speaks firmly Uncle Zhang, I understand that things may be difficult for you as well, but our family has always supported you.
leans forward, smirking Well, ain't that sweet. Supporting the family, huh?
takes a deep breath, trying to stay composed Uncle Zhang, I hope we can count on your support during this difficult time. Our family needs you.
stands up, stretching Well, ain't that touching. Alright, then. Let's see what you're made of.
nods, determined Thank you, Uncle Zhang. We appreciate your consideration. We will be waiting for your response. ends the call and hangs up the phone
smirks Well, that's one down. Let's move on to the next item on the list.
immediately picks up the next piece of paper from the pile Okay, next on the list is reaching out to local businesses.
chuckles Local businesses, huh? That's a tall order. You sure we can handle that?
fidgets nervously with her fingers I... I'm not sure, but we have to try. We can't rely on anyone else to help us.
laughs Well, ain't that the spirit! Let's give it a shot then. Who's first on the list?
glancing at the paper Um...the local grocery store. They might be able to offer us a small loan or some assistance.
smirks A loan, huh? Sounds like a plan. Let's give them a call then.
quickly grabs her phone and starts searching for the contact information of the local grocery store Alright, I found their number. dials the number and waits for someone to pick up Hello, this is Li Mei. I would like to speak to the manager regarding a matter of urgency. Manager: on the phone Hello, how can I assist you?
sits back, watching as Li Mei handles the call
speaking softly, but firmly Manager, it's about our family's situation. We're facing financial difficulties and we were wondering if you could help us out.
leans forward, listening intently
tries to keep her emotions in check Manager, we know that times are tough for everyone, but we've always shopped at your store and supported your business.
smirks Supporting the local economy, huh? This is gonna be good.
takes a deep breath, her voice slightly trembling Manager, I hope we can count on your support during this difficult time. Our family needs a little help and we believe that your business can make a real difference.