The call connected, and Ye Zhi calmly asked, "How is the matter proceeding?"
"Big Sister..." Ye Yuzhe stammered, "We were tricked by a dishonest navigation system and went to the wrong place..."
Ye Zhi: ...
It seemed the schedule for the Taoxun Maps mobile application needed to be accelerated.
Ye Yuzhe truly felt wronged at this moment. He didn't hide anything from Ye Zhi, telling her everything. "...When we arrived, it was already closed. However, we discussed it and plan to come again tomorrow!"
"Do you mind if one more person joins your discussion?" Ye Zhi asked.
Ye Yuzhe was slightly taken aback. In fact, facing constant setbacks today had made him realize something: he had no experience in handling such matters!
If he continued to act stubbornly, he would only be wasting time.
"Of course, we don't mind! Big Sister, please wait a moment!" Ye Yuzhe said crisply.
Afterward, he said something to Zhang An'an, who nodded. Then, Ye Yuzhe put the phone on speakerphone.
"Have you figured out the materials needed for filing for arbitration?" Ye Zhi asked.
"We searched online and figured out most of it, but applying for arbitration also requires providing evidence, which is very difficult," Ye Yuzhe sighed. "An'an didn't sign a labor contract back then. Although there's surveillance in the shop, the black-hearted boss claimed the surveillance was broken! An'an said those two employees are also relatives of the black-hearted boss, so it's unlikely they would turn and testify. Sister, how can we prove she worked at the milk tea shop..."
"There are actually many ways to prove this," Ye Zhi said. "Records like daily check-ins can serve as evidence."
"But we used manual check-in sheets for attendance, and the boss took them away. He's certainly unwilling to provide them..." Zhang An'an said with difficulty.
Ye Zhi continued, "Or photos of you working at the milk tea shop, or phone records with the boss, these can also be used."
"I remember!" Zhang An'an said excitedly after being reminded, "The boss usually arrived very late, and he was worried I might be late or leave early, so he required me to call him to report when I arrived at and left the shop each day. Is this useful?"
"An'an, you have a phone too?" Ye Yuzhe asked, a little surprised. As soon as he spoke, he realized it was an inappropriate question. He said sheepishly, "I didn't mean anything by it..."
"It's alright," Zhang An'an took out her phone and explained in a low voice, "This is a cheap phone my dad bought for me. He said that what city kids have, I should have too. I can't let people laugh at me just because I'm from the countryside."
Ye Yuzhe fell silent. He knew how much Uncle Zhang doted on his daughter.
"You can go to the business hall to retrieve your call records, which can be used to prove your daily commuting times," Ye Zhi said timely, changing the subject.
"With this, we can get the money back as evidence, right?!" Ye Yuzhe asked excitedly. "Sister, how long does it usually take to get the money after arbitration?"
"For ordinary arbitration, it takes about a month," Ye Zhi replied.
"It takes that long?" Ye Yuzhe was somewhat disappointed.
"The more complete the evidence you prepare, the simpler and clearer the matter will be, and the faster you can get the money," Ye Zhi added.
Ye Yuzhe said regretfully, "If only there was a way to get the milk tea shop's surveillance footage..."
Ye Zhi immediately became alert, "Ye Yuzhe, don't entertain illegal thoughts. Don't get yourself sent away before you've even succeeded in protecting your rights."
"I was just saying..." Ye Yuzhe said sheepishly.
"Don't limit your thinking. Even if the milk tea shop's surveillance is broken, are all the nearby surveillance systems broken?" Ye Zhi reminded him.
"I understand!" Ye Yuzhe's eyes lit up. "An'an, we can go to the surrounding shops and ask them to retrieve their surveillance footage. As long as there are scenes of you working at the milk tea shop, it can also serve as evidence. Also, we can ask other shop employees to testify, so we'll have both witnesses and evidence!"
"But..." Zhang An'an hesitated, "Wouldn't this be too much trouble for others? Would they be willing?"
Ye Yuzhe disagreed, "An'an, while the thought of not wanting to trouble others is good, it depends on the situation! You are fighting for your own rights, and if you don't ask, how will you know if others are unwilling to help you?"
Zhang An'an took a deep breath and reflected, "You're right, I'll try to change my mindset."
"An'an, tomorrow we'll collect evidence together. As long as we have enough evidence, we'll definitely get your wages back!" Ye Yuzhe encouraged her.
"Having confidence is a good thing, but rules are to prevent gentlemen, not scoundrels. You also need to prepare for the worst," Ye Zhi calmly poured cold water on them. "After you win, if the other party keeps dragging their feet and refuses to pay, what will you do? Or, if he directly brings thousands of coins to annoy you, what will you do?"
Ye Yuzhe's eyes widened in shock. He suddenly realized that people's hearts were more sinister than he had imagined.
After thinking for a while, he had a sudden inspiration and asked humbly, "Big Sister, if you encountered this situation, what would you do?"
Ye Zhi chuckled softly. That's good, this child is no longer stubborn and knows to seek help from those around him.
"Actually, to deal with such scoundrels, we can be flexible. Illegal means are not allowed, but we can use means within the rules," Ye Zhi said calmly. "Has this milk tea shop's hygiene passed inspection? Are there any tax issues? Does it meet fire safety standards? And that broken surveillance system, isn't that a knife he handed over himself?"
Ye Yuzhe suddenly understood, "Sister, I get it, I know what to do!"
They discussed for a while longer. Seeing that it was getting late, Ye Yuzhe first sent Zhang An'an to the last bus, and then took another bus himself, planning to return directly to the construction site.
But as soon as he got on the bus, he received an electronic document sent by Ye Zhi.
[This is labor law, study it.]
Looking at this message, Ye Yuzhe took a deep breath. He used to hate reading the most, especially books with many words. He would always flip through them when he couldn't sleep; they were very effective as sleeping aids.
But now, he was determined to study this book thoroughly!
The next day, Ye Yuzhe and Zhang An'an went to collect evidence together. Ye Yuzhe was handsome and sweet-talked, while Zhang An'an was simple and pitiable. Soon, they obtained a considerable amount of the evidence they wanted.
Afterward, they went directly to the Arbitration Commission, filled out the application form, and provided the evidence.
Unexpectedly, these two young children were so well-prepared. The staff reviewed their documents and said, "The events are clear, and the materials are very complete. We can accept the case. However, we suggest you consider mediation. If mediation is successful, you can get the money back faster."
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