I was married off to a disabled hero in lieu of marriage; my in-laws doted on me and I aspired to gr

Although Yang Zheng's score was only two points away from Tsinghua and Peking University, the major he wanted to study, metallurgical physical chemistry, was a popular major, and his score was far below that.

When Lu Han learned that Yang Zheng had scored high marks but couldn't get into Tsinghua or Peking University, he recommended him to go to Shanghai.

Yang Zheng consulted his master's opinion, and Chen Yan also felt that Shanghai Jiao Tong University was a well-known university in China, and he could study his favorite major, so he was very supportive.

With good grades, the admission process was quick. Lu Han took Yang Zheng's score to the Academic Affairs Office of Jiaotong University. They learned that Yang Zheng not only had high scores but was also an employee of a machinery factory, so they were very willing to accept him. After the political review and physical examination, he would be admitted on the spot.

Before submitting the political review, Tang Ping specifically called Yang Zheng to his office for an in-depth conversation.

"Yang Zheng, congratulations! Please sit down, please sit down." Tang Ping warmly invited Yang Zheng to sit down.

"I heard you contacted Shanghai Jiao Tong University?"

"Yes, Lu Han went to the Academic Affairs Office of Jiaotong University, and they are willing to admit me."

Yang Zheng was uneasy, not knowing why Tang Ping wanted to see him.

"Shanghai Jiao Tong University is a top-tier university. I remember two years ago, when Commander Zhou sent you to our factory, there was a lot of gossip, and Chen Yan didn't even want you as an apprentice. Two years, just two short years, and you got into a top-tier university based on your own abilities, while Commander Zhou is still nowhere to be seen."

Tang Ping sighed. Yang Zheng was also very sad, wondering how Commander Zhou was doing, as he hadn't even received a letter.

"Let's not get sidetracked, Yang Zheng. Our city's machinery factory is also in dire need of talent. After you left our company, have you considered coming back after graduation?"

Yang Zheng was stunned; he hadn't really thought that far ahead.

"I know about your family situation. Four years of university, even with some subsidies from the school, is still a considerable expense in Shanghai, a metropolis. If you're willing to return to our factory after graduation, we can provide you with a living allowance for four years. When you return after completing your studies, you'll be guaranteed at least an engineer's title."

"I...I..." Yang Zheng was so immersed in the joy of getting into university that he didn't think about the financial aspects.

My father is old and earns ten work points a day. Each work point is worth 35 cents. Even if he doesn't eat or drink, he can't afford to send his son to university.

Their only source of income came from their sister and brother-in-law.

Perhaps Qiaomei wouldn't care, but it was Zhou Wenhui's money after all.

"Our machinery factory is a key unit. It can't compare to the large machinery factories in Shanghai and Beijing, but it's still one of the top in the country. Of course, we also crave talent. Even if I tried to recruit graduates from Jiaotong University, I couldn't get many. You grew up right under my nose, you're diligent and eager to learn, so I really want you to come back."

Your mentor is here, your friends are here, and your family is here in Huailin City. As you know, after Commander Zhou was injured, the higher-ups strictly investigated employees who got in through connections, and it was I who protected you.

Those big factories have a lot of talent; we small towns can't compete with them. But you're different. You came from our factory, so you should come back. This is your home.

Tang Ping persuaded him with emotion.

Yang Zheng was moved by Tang Ping's heartfelt words. Yes, this is where my career started, where I have a mentor who is like a father to me, as well as my sister and brother-in-law.

Most importantly, once I come back, my expenses for the next four years will be covered.

"Director Tang, I... I'll think about it and give you an answer in a couple of days." Yang Zheng still needed to think it over.

"Okay, I'll wait for your message."

Tang Ping was somewhat disappointed, but still respected Yang Zheng's choice.

When he had no other choice, Yang Zheng thought of Lu Han and went to the post office to make a long-distance call.

Yang Zheng explained the general situation and then asked Lu Han, "If you had to choose, what would you choose?"

Lu Han said, "I originally wanted to stay in Huailin, but I had no choice but to come to Shanghai. Big cities offer more opportunities, but also more competition and more pressure. Take me for example, I've been an assistant engineer for two years, and it's too difficult to take a step forward. In Huailin, the pressure is less and the opportunities for advancement are greater, and all your connections are in Huailin."

Of course, big cities are challenging, and you might even achieve great success there. There are also more opportunities to study abroad than at Huailin University. But you only make a few choices in life, so you need to think it through. You need to think beyond just economics and not let the cost of four years' tuition and living expenses limit your thinking.

Don't worry about the economy, but for Yang Zheng, the economy is his primary concern.

At night, Yang Zheng walked on the road. The snow had melted, and there were only a few pedestrians on the road. When the wind blew, the bone-chilling cold seeped into his neck, making him feel exceptionally cold.

This is a choice where you can't listen to others' opinions; right or wrong is up to you.

In the distance, Yang Zheng saw Liu Dabao walking towards him with his wife in his arms.

"Hey, Yang Zheng, where are we going?" Liu Dabao was still very enthusiastic.

"Brother Liu, I'm just taking a walk."

"Congratulations! I heard you did very well on your college entrance exam and are going to study in a big city soon." Liu Dabao said, his words both hypocritical and sincere.

"Thank you, Brother Liu."

"Four years of university must cost a lot of money, right? But your sister and brother-in-law are wealthy, so it's not a problem. I really miss you. I thought we could be colleagues for life, but I never expected you to fly away from this small town."

Liu Dabao chuckled. His wife asked coquettishly, "Dabao, is he the colleague you said got the job through connections?"

"Yes, Yang Zheng is lucky. He has a father-in-law who is a division commander. It's a pity he was injured. However, Master Chen values ​​him, and even Director Tang has to give him some face."

"Brother Liu, I..."

"Hey, it's not a secret, everyone in the factory knows. Yang Zheng, to be honest, you have a good younger sister."

His words were disdainful, as if mocking Yang Zheng for only having the opportunity to rise to power because his sister married a disabled person.

Yang Zheng held his breath, and Liu Dabao didn't say anything too offensive, but it was still grating to hear.

"Let's go, let's go back early, it's cold outside."

Liu Dabao patted Yang Zheng on the shoulder, and Yang Zheng couldn't hold back any longer, so he said loudly, "Brother Liu, my sister also got into university."

Liu Dabao was stunned for a moment, then turned around and smiled, "Congratulations, congratulations!"

At that moment, Yang Zheng made up his mind. He could not let his sister support him to go to university. He was a man, and he knew there were better options. Why should he keep asking his family for help?

What's wrong with coming back? I not only want to be an engineer, but also a technical factory manager. I want to lead the workers and take Huailin Machinery Factory to another level.

We also want Liu Dabao to see him climb higher and higher.

The next day, Yang Zheng went to see Director Tang and signed a targeted employment agreement. The company would pay him 35 yuan a month for living expenses. After graduation, Yang Zheng would return to work at Huailin Machinery Factory.

If the agreement is violated, Yang Zheng will have to pay the factory a penalty of 3 yuan.

The happiest person was not Factory Director Tang, but Chen Yan.

He walked around the workshop with his hands behind his back, looking east and west. When someone mentioned Yang Zheng, Chen Yan said, "My apprentice, he's going to Shanghai to study at university. By the way, he'll come back after he graduates."

"Silly boy, the sky is so vast outside, why did you come back? You shouldn't have come back, you shouldn't have come back."

He kept saying he shouldn't have come back, but his face was all twisted into a smile.

hypocritical!