Chapter 100 Missing Her

What Wang Yuxiu mentioned was the computer competition that Zhang Mao participated in.

A month ago, Zhang Yang sent Zhang Mao's entry to the competition team, and later received an invitation to be selected for the final competition.

The newspaper Wang Yuxiu mentioned published the final list of contestants. There were ten people in total, including Zhang Mao.

"It's my brother," Zhang Yang said proudly to Wang Yuxiu. "He made it to the finals. There were only ten people in the country who made it."

"Brother Zhang Mao?" Wei Ran, sitting in the passenger seat, was surprised to hear the news and asked, "Such a big deal, why didn't I hear about it?"

"I just got back." Zhang Yang said with a smile, "And I was only notified these two days ago."

"I haven't heard my mom tell me that." Wei Ran said, "Whenever there's something going on in your family, your mom always tells my mom."

Zhang Yang curled his lips and explained, "My mom doesn't understand computers. To her, it's probably like a kid going on stage to give a performance. The last time I mentioned it to her, she thought it was the computer we use for everyday calculations."

Wang Yuxiu, who was sitting in the back row, interrupted and asked, "Isn't that the computer?"

"Computer. Grandpa, it's a computer." Xin Tianyi explained on the side.

"Oh, a computer," Wang Yuxiu said. "I know. It's the one you use at home. The square one. Why do you call it a computer, then?"

"A teacher from our school also formed a team to participate in this competition," Xin Tianyi said, "but we didn't make it to the finals. Zhang Mao is truly amazing. He taught himself computer science and actually made it to the finals."

"Self-taught?" Wei Ran was also very surprised.

"Yes. He taught himself at home. He had never touched a computer before I brought it home. Honestly, my brother is unmatched in this area of learning. He's definitely suited to scientific research, things that require study."

"So when does the finals start?" Wei Ran was very excited. "How can we help?"

"I can't help you," Zhang Yang said. "Those who make it to the finals will have a topic. They'll have three months to prepare, and then they'll bring their finished product to the finals. They'll have to give a live presentation. I haven't seen my brother yet, and I don't think he'll be leaving the house for the next three months."

"Zhang Mao has finally returned to his old self," Wang Yuxiu exclaimed, then looked at Zhang Yang. "You and your brother both have limitless futures ahead of you."

Zhang Yang smiled and replied, "Thank you, Grandpa. We will definitely live up to your expectations."

"Living up to expectations is secondary," Wang Yuxiu glanced at Xin Tianyi beside him, then said slowly, "Being good to our Tianyi is the real thing."

Wei Ran was the first to laugh out loud, saying repeatedly, "Grandpa, don't worry about this. If he dares to do something bad to Tianyi, you don't have to come. Dabao and I will be the first to refuse."

"That's fine, that's fine." Wang Yuxiu breathed a sigh of relief, gently patted the back of Xin Tianyi's hand, and said, "Grandpa doesn't know how long I can stay with you. Your mother is far away, and the one I'm most worried about is you. Now that Wei Ran has said this, I can rest assured even if I leave."

"Grandpa!" Xin Tianyi looked at Wang Yuxiu dissatisfiedly, "You want to live a thousand years, you must accompany me and watch over me."

"I do." Wang Yuxiu turned to look out the window and spoke after a long moment, muttering, "But your grandma doesn't want to either. She's all alone over there, so lonely. I miss her."

*

When Wei Ran rushed to the hospital, Cheng Tianlan was busy and exhausted.

Wei Ran didn't call her, so he sat in the waiting room, waiting for Cheng Tianlan to get off work.

The nurse kept calling out numbers and patients were walking back and forth. When the waiting room gradually became quiet, Wei Ran glanced at the time. It was already five o'clock in the afternoon.

It was another busy afternoon. Wei Ran thought to himself that he hadn't seen Cheng Tianlan leave the clinic since he started sitting here. He probably hadn't even had a sip of water this afternoon, let alone a break to catch his breath.

Wei Ran knew Cheng Tianlan. She was a very responsible person. She wanted to see more patients every day, so she didn't even dare to drink water while working so that she could save time going to the bathroom.

She always said how miserable it was for a person to be sick, and she wanted to see as many people as possible.

The waiting room gradually emptied out, and the nurse at the information desk finally had a chance to look up. Her gaze passed over Wei Ran, then back again. A smile finally broke out on her tired face, and she waved to Wei Ran.

Wei Ran also recognized her. She was often in the same class with Cheng Tianlan, and he would meet her every time Wei Ran came.

Wei Ran walked over and said, "You've been busy all afternoon."

"Yes, Teacher Wei. When did you come? I didn't see you. I'll call Doctor Cheng for you."

"No, no," Wei Ran said quickly, "Let's wait until she's done. I'll wait a little longer, but I'd better not disturb her."

The young nurse always wrinkled her nose when she smiled. She looked at Wei Ran, her eyes rolling around, and finally said hesitantly, "Teacher Wei, you haven't seen Doctor Cheng for a long time. I think you should come more often."

Wei Ran looked at the young nurse and felt that she had something to say to him.

Wei Ran smiled and said, "Okay."

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