Returning to hometown to farm: The apocalypse system arrived ten years earlier?

Chapter 318 Heavenly Fragrance Dyes Sleeves, Stars Hang Down Like Ribbons (Please Subscribe, Please Vote for Monthly Tickets)
"Thank you for your kindness, but I need..."

Before Jiang Cai'er could finish speaking, she was immediately interrupted by Director Zhang from Tsinghua University's admissions office: "Jiang, the standard dormitory room is a three-bedroom, one-living room room!"

To secure this top national scorer, Director Zhang personally led a team of teachers and doctoral students, rushing over in a flurry. In contrast, the admissions staff sent to other prestigious high schools were just ordinary teachers, some even just student volunteers. The scale of their team was incomparable to that of Jiang Cai'er's.

Why is that? Because Director Zhang has the authority to make flexible decisions on short notice, while other teachers or student volunteers need to consult with his superiors if they ask for higher terms. This back-and-forth process wastes time.

As soon as Director Zhang said this, Professor Liu from the Peking University Admissions Office immediately spoke up: "Student Jiang, build a private laboratory on the island in the middle of Weiming Lake!"

Wow! The people around gasped. This treatment is truly exceptional; is this the treatment a top scorer in the college entrance exam should receive? It's beyond what's expected!
Many reporters were excited and crowded around to interview her. They could tell that Jiang Cai'er was unsure of what to do, and this was the perfect opportunity for a news story. If they waited until Jiang Cai'er made her decision before filming, there would be no suspense, and the desired news effect would be lost.

You need to film the beginning, middle, and end of an event. Then, after editing, you can create news stories that are very sensational and attractive.

Of course, most of these media reporters were locals, as they had the advantage of being close to the source. In addition, there were some media outlets from the province.

These journalists have a keen sense of smell. Based on previous news about the provincial joint examination, they deduced that this place must produce the provincial top scorer in the college entrance examination. Then, they were all surprised. Wow, this is not only the provincial top scorer, but also has a very high probability of being the national top scorer in the college entrance examination.

Because Sichuan Province uses the national exam paper.

There were no bonus points whatsoever; it was a solid 748 points! That's simply amazing!

"Jiang, which one would you choose?" a reporter asked.

The admissions officers from both offices were also eager to get to the top, after all, the two universities were right across from each other and had always been fierce competitors. If they were to fall behind in this matter, they would inevitably be criticized and reprimanded for "incompetence."

Jiang Cai'er was indeed experiencing a bit of "choice paralysis" for a moment. Although she is knowledgeable and exceptionally intelligent, it was really difficult for her to answer at this time.

Both universities are top-tier in the country and have always been considered equals. She couldn't openly comment on their merits, as this would have a negative impact on the schools.

Therefore, Jiang Cai'er simply smiled modestly and with a hint of shyness, and said vaguely, "I haven't decided yet. Both universities have offered generous conditions, and I sincerely thank them for their appreciation. As for which university to apply to... well, I need to discuss it with my family later."

As she spoke, she glanced at Li Xiang out of the corner of her eye.

The family she was referring to was naturally Li Xiang. As for her parents, they are just ordinary farmers and probably can't help her in this regard. If you were to ask, Jiang Jianguo would probably just say, "Apply to whichever school you like."

A large number of teachers and students had already gathered around. The students were all exasperated. Damn it, it's infuriating to compare ourselves to others. We're still agonizing over whether to choose a first-tier, second-tier, third-tier, or even a vocational college, while they don't know which one to choose between Tsinghua and Peking University.

"I probably won't even pass the vocational college entrance exam. It's terrible. I'll have to work as a screwdriver. I really hope the end of the world comes soon so that no one has to roll screws anymore." One student was very frustrated.

This student was fortunate enough to be Jiang Cai'er's deskmate in the first year of high school, and the two were quite close. However, looking at Jiang Cai'er now, this student had a feeling that after graduating from high school, they would probably never see each other again, and they would be from two different worlds.

Of course! Others can choose between Tsinghua and Peking University at will, while I have to work as a screwdriver. In the future, we will be from two different social classes. Even if we meet at a class reunion, it will be... Sigh, this classmate couldn't help but think of the classic scene of Runtu and Xun Ge'er meeting.

Little did they know that even if Jiang Cai'er didn't get into university, they would still be in two different social classes.

Moreover, it doesn't mean that you don't need to roll anymore when the end of the world comes.

When the apocalypse arrives, everyone will scramble even harder. This is because resources will be limited, scarcer, and harder to obtain. At that time, many children won't even have access to education. Survival will be a problem; what's the point of studying?

Only the children of the high-ranking members and elites of the underground city have the opportunity to study.

As for children from ordinary classes, there are only a few underground cities, such as the one controlled by Li Xiang, which have abundant resources and relatively guaranteed safety, so they have the resources to set up schools and provide education for children from the lower classes.

The transmission of civilization requires education. Without education, we will sooner or later regress to a primitive society.

Of course, at that time, Li Xiang announced the introductory level breathing techniques and physical skills, which everyone could practice. However, it was a matter of talent, and only one in a hundred could stand out. It was actually more difficult than studying in peacetime.

After all, Jiang Cai'er is a top scorer in the college entrance examination and a well-known talented woman. She speaks eloquently, behaves elegantly, and handles media reporters with ease, which has won everyone's admiration.

Subsequently, the principal and the homeroom teacher arrived and helped Jiang Cai'er out of the predicament. The principal spoke with the admissions officers from both Tsinghua and Peking Universities, assuring them that Jiang Cai'er needed time to consider, but that she would definitely be accepted by one of their universities. This reassured both universities.

Tsinghua University Admissions Office: "..."

Peking University Admissions Office: "..."

Isn't that obvious? We don't even consider other universities a threat. How could other universities possibly compete with them for students? Unless Jiang Cai'er has lost her mind or is being threatened. But that's impossible.

The leaders and teachers of the county's No. 1 High School were thrilled. For so many years, our school had finally produced a top scorer in the college entrance examination—not just in the province, but also with the highest score nationwide.

The homeroom teacher, Mr. Huang, was extremely pleased; he'd have something to brag about now. He'd mentored a national top scorer in the college entrance examination—a source of pride wherever he went, something he could boast about for a lifetime. And, well, the senior professional title he'd been struggling with for so long—well, that was probably no longer a problem.

The students are so successful, what's wrong with the teachers benefiting a little? It's only right!

The old principal personally lit the Liuyang fireworks that had been prepared beforehand—the super-large kind. In broad daylight, the fireworks soared into the sky, exploding with loud bangs, creating a dazzling spectacle. Half the county saw it, and many people were talking about it.

Then an insider revealed: "Our county's No. 1 High School produced a top scorer in the college entrance examination, not only the highest score in the province, but also the highest score in the country."

"How many points?"

"748 points!"

"Holy crap, that's insane! How can they possibly have so many questions?"

"I heard it's a girl named Jiang Cai'er, and she's very beautiful. If any family marries a daughter-in-law like that, their ancestors' graves are truly blessed."

The older women and men who had been mocking Jiang Cai'er outside the exam hall also heard the news. They were stunned, and a thought popped into their minds: Could it be that girl? Could she really score 748? Is that really the score she's given? That's a bit scary.

If the difference were only a few points, it wouldn't be so shocking, but since it was exactly the same as the estimated score, it can only mean that the score was manipulated.

So terrifying.

Sure enough, the news was broadcast on TV that afternoon. When the older women and men saw the news footage, they recognized her as the same beautiful fairy from last time.

Well, we used to call her "little girl," but now we have to call her "little fairy."

Then, Jiang Cai'er played at school, reminisced with her classmates, and chatted with the principal, homeroom teacher, and subject teachers, listening to their opinions. Meanwhile, some people from the admissions office secretly went to Lijia Village, found Jiang Jianguo and Aunt Jiang, and snatched her away in front of the villagers, asking for their opinions.

Because Jiang Cai'er had previously said that she needed to discuss it with her family, if they could win over Jiang Cai'er's family in advance, their chances of success would be even greater.

However, they really chose the wrong person.

Jiang Jianguo and his aunt were so happy they were practically dizzy. They didn't dare to say anything, only saying, "It's up to our daughter to decide. She can apply to whichever school she likes."

Just as Jiang Cai'er had predicted.

The admissions office staff had no choice but to leave disappointed.

The news spread throughout the village. Jiang Jianguo bought a 100,000-shot firecracker, which crackled and popped, creating a spectacular display. Villagers came to congratulate him and bring him gifts.

Someone joked, "Old Jiang, how come your family is so well-off now? If it were still the same as before, well, I would have to send you a few hundred eggs and a few thousand yuan as a token of my appreciation."

Someone said, "It's not your turn to send her now. Even if the Jiang family is as poor as before, Cai'er got into Tsinghua and Peking University. She was the top scorer in the national college entrance examination. She will receive rewards from the university, the county's top high school, the province, the county, the town, and the village. There will be more than enough money for her to study."

The man said, "I was just joking. Even if I gave away hundreds of eggs, they wouldn't want them."

Everyone in the surrounding area knows how rich Jiang Cai'er's fiancé, Li Xiang, is now.

Grandma Li Xiang was also very happy and went to the graves of her ancestors, Grandpa Li Xiang, and Li Xiang's parents to share the good news. Although she was old, she took Li Xiang's elixir every few days, so she was very healthy, her legs were nimble, and walking on mountain paths was no problem for her. Moreover, Erhuang and the little fox also went along to protect her.

Erhuang carried the basket for his grandmother to lighten her load, while the little fox moved forward, backward, left, and right to help clear the way and ensure there were no snakes or other dangers in the grass.

As for home, there's no need to worry. There are cats and geese to guard the house, so there won't be any problems. Besides, there are many security guards in the neighboring scenic area. Lei Jiaming has instructed them that as long as they are on duty, the area around the boss's (Li Xiang's) house will be a key patrol area.

Lei Jiaming originally intended to send a security guard with Grandma Li Xiang, but seeing that Erhuang and the little fox had gone, he decided not to send anyone. Lei Jiaming knew that Erhuang and the little fox were both extraordinary beasts with astonishing strength, possibly even stronger than him.

Yao Yao, Zhao Xueqing, and Lei Xiaohui were quite envious, as they had all been poor students and hadn't gotten into university. They were naturally quite resentful. The three women, being very intelligent, quickly decided to prepare a gift for Jiang Cai'er.

(End of this chapter)