Chapter 132: Binding the Birth System to Become a Winner in Life Chapter 133: 70s Hutong Daily Life (31)

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Protagonist:

Shen Yao

In order for the Flavor-Enhancing Melon to appear reasonably, Shen Yao not only took it to the City Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital for the old TCM doctors to examine, but also forged the TCM classics left behind by her maternal grandfather, and did not forget to borrow relevant laboratories for testing.

After all this fuss, the things Shen Yao grew through Zhao Yueyue's hands had already smoothly passed the inspection.

However, these were only small-scale for now; her real trump card still had to wait until she was admitted to the Traditional Chinese Medicine University (don't combine this with reality, just treat it as a parallel world; actually, the Traditional Chinese Medicine University in the capital only changed its name in '93, and before that it was always called the TCM College).

"Quickly go rest on the side; I'll take care of the stove work today, you've waited long enough."

The dishes with these powders added increased in deliciousness several times over; the whole family ate and ate this way, and their bodies became much stronger.

Things from the Cultivation World naturally have an effect of suppressing weight gain, because there are very few fat people in the Cultivation World.

Shen Yao smiled and nodded, then turned around and continued to go to Wu Zhaodi's side to help.

Wu Zhaodi naturally could not let the family's precious little one get to work.

Just like Tian Na's method, she waved her hand and drove Shen Yao to the courtyard to watch the children, while she herself buried her head in cooking.

Shen Yao:...

That year's New Year went well; the Xie family continued to live in harmony, a rare harmonious household in the entire Fengshou Hutong.

After the first lunar month passed and the festive atmosphere faded, everyone felt the changes in Jing Shi.

Xie Ci'an, who had some connections, had already picked up his textbooks to review.

Shen Yao would also study together with Xie Ci'an in her spare time after work.

Including Tuan Tuan and Yuan Yuan, who were already in elementary school; what they studied was far more profound than classroom content.

Finding time, Shen Yao did not forget to write a rather veiled letter to Zhao Yueyue, Cheng Shuang, and the others one by one.

Afraid that revealing too much would cause trouble, Shen Yao told them to pay more attention to those sent-down intellectuals doing labor in the countryside on a daily basis.

After Zhao Yueyue and the others received the letters, regardless of whether they believed it or not in their hearts, they all took this matter to heart without prior agreement.

Time reveals people's hearts; as time passed, more and more changes in the countryside were seen by them, and finally all of this was transformed into their motivation to study, burying their heads and working twice as hard.

October 1977, clearly an ordinary month, but because of a message released on the 21st, the whole country became completely lively.

The college entrance examination, suspended for over ten years, was restored.

Not only was it restored, but the most recent college entrance examination was scheduled for the winter one month later.

The weather was cold, but it could not stop the learning enthusiasm of millions of students across the country.

You must know that for this college entrance examination, the number of students taking the exam reached over 5.7 million.

Although the school conditions at this time were poor, and these students who took the exam were finally admitted to fewer than 300,000, its restoration encouraged tens of thousands of people to pick up books again and join the great army of seeking knowledge.

Shen Yao and Xie Ci'an naturally had to study as well, but Xie Ci'an, because of his academic credentials, currently did not need to retake the college entrance examination.

But his teacher had clearly revealed that admissions for corresponding graduate students including doctoral students would be held successively, letting him prepare in advance.

"You have to go back to Jing City University to study?"

Going to bed at night, Shen Yao asked Xie Ci'an about his arrangements; she knew that with Xie Ci'an's intelligence, re-entering university for further studies would achieve higher accomplishments.

"Mm, the teacher hopes I go back to study; the academic atmosphere at Jing City University is very good."

That place was Xie Ci'an's alma mater, and also a place Xie Ci'an missed in his heart.

"If you want to do it, then firmly go do it; I believe you, you will definitely succeed."

Shen Yao held Xie Ci'an's palm, and after speaking seriously, she mentioned her goal again.

"Traditional Chinese Medicine University of Jing Shi, is it definitely not changing?"

It was not that the school was not good, but that this was the first time the country restored the college entrance examination; admissions for universities like agriculture or Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospitals would be much more difficult than comprehensive universities.

Because everyone had not truly come out yet, lacking a sense of security in their hearts.

So the schools they referenced were relatively conservative, and even the majors they chose were all very particular.

Shen Yao studied Traditional Chinese Medicine knowledge; first, because her family background was relatively suitable, and second, because she had the foundation of many years of life in the Cultivation World; in this regard, she could be said to be like a fish in water.

"Definite; I think the country's development in medicine will be the top priority."

Not just simply curing diseases and saving people, but also other deeper research.

Shen Yao felt that the inspiration in her mind was like leeks that had grown out, one batch after another, unable to help but pop out.

With such a great advantage, the path was almost directly paved; Shen Yao had to seize this opportunity no matter what.

"Starting tomorrow, I'll bring you to review; Comrade Shen must work hard; if you don't get in," Xie Ci'an unconsciously drew out his tone, "the hot air your mom and them blew out will probably be laughed at by people."

The retired old people were very idle; the moment Tian Na learned that the college entrance examination was restored, she had already blown the hot air out of her mouth.

After all, there were so many people in the old Xie family; Shitou, Mumu, Duoduo and them were not yet at the age to take the college entrance examination; among the older batch, except for Xie Ci'an, none had talent.

The family members picked and chose, and only Shen Yao was the most reliable and suitable. Coincidentally, Shen Yao herself also revealed this meaning, so what was there to wait for?

Shen Yao:...

Shen Yao covered her face with both hands, not out of happiness, but because she was a bit embarrassed.

As for face, one still had to strive for it oneself; Shen Yao worked twice as hard in the following days, just to be able to smoothly take back the hot air that had been blown out.

Tian Na, as a mother-in-law, also cared very much about the mood of this daughter-in-law of hers, Shen Yao.

Every day she made various delicious dishes in different ways, and occasionally went to the countryside to buy chickens and ducks, stewing soup for Shen Yao to use to nourish her body in various ways.

Shen Yao:... burp~

Without saying anything else, being nourished like this, Shen Yao indeed had a circle more of meat on her belly.

The two children were very well-behaved recently, never disturbing Shen Yao too much.

Amid the eager anticipation of the whole family, the date arrived at November 21st — the day of the college entrance examination.

To ensure sufficient sleep, Shen Yao went to bed very early last night.

When she opened her eyes in the morning, the sky outside had not yet fully brightened.

Xie Ci'an was already up, organizing the things she needed to bring to the exam venue.

Things like materials used to prove identity — Shen Yao absolutely could not leave them behind; otherwise she couldn't take the exam, and that would be the worst outcome.

"Yao Yao, quick, Mom bought you fried dough sticks and soy milk, and also boiled piping hot tea leaf eggs."

Tian Na's voice came from outside the door; she called out once more and then smoothed her sleeves as she entered.

Shen Yao answered with an "Eh," washed her face with the warm water from the kettle herself, changed into a thick padded jacket, and strode off cheerfully to the main courtyard hall.

A warm yellow light bulb hung overhead, lighting up the whole room bright and clear.

Wu Zhaodi's family was also there; today the old Xie family's main theme was accompaniment.

Although they couldn't escort Shen Yao to the exam venue, the due blessings could not be lacking.

Shen Yao lowered her head eating the peeled tea leaf eggs, listening to the auspicious words spoken by Wu Zhaodi and the others.

Be that as it may, this practice made Shen Yao a bit dumbfounded whether to laugh or cry.

But the family's expectations and blessings for her, Shen Yao truly and genuinely felt them.

"Mom, I'll escort Yao Yao there first, and we'll come back together after the exam."

To escort her for the exam, Xie Ci'an had already requested leave for these two days in advance.

After waving greetings to the family and asking Tian Na to help look after the still-sleeping Tuan Tuan and Yuan Yuan, Xie Ci'an rode his bicycle with Shen Yao and hurried to the exam venue.

Shen Yao was taking the science track examination; there weren't many subjects — only Politics, Chinese, Mathematics, and Physics-Chemistry — but the schedule was still spread over two days.

Sitting on the back seat of the bicycle, Shen Yao exhaled, her heart constantly calming her slightly excited mood.

It wasn't fear, nor nervousness — Shen Yao had experienced major scenes too many to count; her current state was simply due to the chain reaction caused by more and more people gathering around.

No other reason — there were too many people taking the college entrance exam; looking from afar, it was a dense mass of heads.

Xie Ci'an couldn't pedal the bicycle further, so he had to stop and stand by the roadside with Shen Yao to wait.

He reminded Shen Yao to pay attention to reading the questions carefully during the exam, and that she didn't need to make her answers too complicated.

"Don't overthink, don't set limits on yourself; just seriously write down everything you can answer."

Xie Ci'an felt that this exam's questions probably wouldn't be very difficult.

But some questions would certainly be quite sharp; then Shen Yao would need to read the questions carefully and not fall into traps.

"I'll pay attention then, rest assured," regarding answering questions, Shen Yao felt she could distrust herself, but she trusted Xie Ci'an.

With such a top student tutoring her, not to mention getting into a top-tier capital university, her scores would be enough for the Traditional Chinese Medicine University.

The two didn't wait long outside, because a bell rang from the front.

The crowded flow of people began to surge forward; Xie Ci'an raised his hand and waved to Shen Yao, watching her step into the exam venue.

After the morning exam ended, at noon they went to the state-owned restaurant to eat meat steamed buns.

Shen Yao leaned against Xie Ci'an's shoulder and dozed off; in the afternoon she continued inside to take the exam.

The same pattern for two days, and finally liberation.

Phew—

Shen Yao pulled Xie Ci'an to buy braised pork from the state-owned restaurant to take home and celebrate.

The family also didn't act annoying at this time, nor did they ask about Shen Yao's exam performance.

They simply looked forward with a shared goal — after all, in just over a month it would be the New Year again.

"Year after year, time really flies."

Tian Na sighed with emotion, especially after retirement she had become even more leisurely.

On ordinary days, besides going out to buy vegetables, she would ride bicycles with several aunties from the courtyard to the countryside to collect various crops, and incidentally dig up some wild vegetables and wild fruits to bring home as snacks.

"Old woman, about the factory rehiring matter — should I do it?"

Xie Shangjin and Tian Na retired one after the other, but unlike Tian Na's medical office, Xie Shangjin was a genuine blue-collar expert.

Once he retired, the factory leaders came to his door asking him to return to work, with salary and benefits unchanged from before, and even negotiable if he wasn't satisfied.

Compared to staying at home, Xie Shangjin would certainly be willing to go to the factory and shine.

He nodded and worked another two years, but then the signed contract expired, and it was time again to decide whether to renew.

Tian Na rolled her eyes at Xie Shangjin, "If you want to go then go; fretting at home — aren't you just waiting for me to nod? Go on, go on; staying home I feel uncomfortable seeing you too."

Xie Shangjin heard this and chuckled, "Then I'll go; the salary increased a bit too."

When the time comes, all the salary will be given to the old woman to spend, while the padded jacket on his body is still made by the old woman.

The elderly couple grew warm and affectionate over the work matter; next door, Shen Yao and Xie Ci'an were also very happy.

Shen Yao, having finished the exam, could be said to have completely let herself go; the canning factory matter had stabilized and wasn't too busy, so the remaining time Shen Yao naturally arranged however she wanted.

Xie Ci'an in the future would certainly, barring accident, take the path of a national scientific research personnel.

As for Shen Yao, Shen Yao felt she could deeply cultivate in the field of traditional Chinese medicine.

Although gaining both fame and profit sounds like a bad phrase, she neither steals nor robs; diligently researching and contributing to the country's medical development — there's nothing wrong with that approach.

Under the small light bulb, she worked hard writing her plan; Shen Yao also gradually learned about the situations of Zhao Yueyue and the others.

They all took the college entrance exam and all did quite well, but not a single one of these people was willing to apply to universities in the capital.

Shen Yao:...

The capital is the capital, the center of development, isn't it?!

The three Zhou Da Ni sisters — Shen Yao could understand, because Zhou Erni is a transmigrator and already knew in her heart about the South's rapid development; moreover the Zhou family is indeed hopeless, returning to the capital would only mean being drained by the family.

But what about the sons sent down to the countryside from the Qian family and Zhou family? Miao Dama and Zhou Dama — these two — shouldn't have abused them.

As for Zhao Yueyue and Cheng Shuang, they also have family entanglements they can't break free from; truly returning to the capital, the benefits outweigh the drawbacks.

"It feels like the focus of future development can appropriately be placed in the South."

Good grief, acquaintances everywhere; as long as everyone's connections remain, those are personal connections that can be acquired for future use.

Shen Yao thinks going to the South is quite good; that place is the window to the outside, and as long as one is willing to work, getting rich is not out of the question.

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After the exams comes estimating scores and filling out applications, followed by the university admission notices.

Shen Yao's scores could only be described as not bad, not good; it wasn't until after the Canned Food Factory Holiday when she successfully received the admission notice from the Jing Shi Traditional Chinese Medicine University in hand that she truly let out a breath of relief.

Shen Yao's admission made the Xie Family hold their heads high; Tian Na even specially hosted several tables of a Graduation Banquet, inviting the surrounding neighbors to come be lively, and the Xie Family thereby became even more famous in Fengshou Hutong.

Shen Yao, who got into university, has to go to school, so her job at the Canning Factory is vacated.

After Factory discussion, also taking into consideration Shen Yao's contributions to the Factory, her position and salary are temporarily reserved until Shen Yao graduates university and then arrangements will be made (meaning the position remains, but Shen Yao does not work and does not take money).

Simultaneously, Shen Yao also made time to meet Zhao Yueyue and Cheng Shuang, who had sneaked back, each once.

These two people, one tested into a provincial capital university in the North, one tested into a Guang City university in the South.

Shen Yao could only bless them with everything going smoothly; not coming back is pretty good.

"Yeah, that sister-in-law of mine made my parents so angry it doesn't work; even like this they still won't divorce, my parents continue to spend money supporting her and helping find work.

Shen Yao, I don't plan to return to Jing Shi; the Northeast is pretty good."

Zhao Yueyue is truly disappointed in the Zhao Family; this trip back was just to take a look at Shen Yao.

She came and left the same day, letting the Zhao Family not get a trace of her news.

"Sister Shen, you know my family's situation; me going to Guang City to study is much better than coming back.

Once I settle down in Guang City, Sister Shen, if you have a matter, call on me anytime."

Cheng Shuang, carrying the gifts she bought herself, not only looked after Shen Yao but also looked after Cheng Bing.

As for the stopover time, it was a bit better compared to Zhao Yueyue; she stayed one more night.