Old Xu and Zheng Huai looked at the mentally challenged Zhao Yanyan with eyes full of concern.

Zhao Guangsheng, his face ashen, roared at her, "What nonsense are you spouting? Are you sleepwalking? Get inside right now and stop embarrassing me!"

Old Xu made no attempt to hide his sarcasm: "Principal Zhao, I remember your wife is the director of the Imperial Hospital, right? The Imperial Hospital has a mental health clinic, right? Take your child there for a visit when you have time."

Zhao Yanyan glared fiercely at Old Man Xu, as if she had a deep-seated hatred for him.

Her face was completely contorted: "Who asked you to meddle! What good does it do you to break me up with Brother Gu? Why do you always help that little bitch Shen Jingyan!"

When Zhao Guangsheng heard his daughter utter such vile words in front of two important figures, he was so ashamed he wanted to disappear into the ground.

He angrily slapped Zhao Yanyan hard across the face, roaring with red eyes, "You've gone too far! Don't you have any manners? Get inside! Don't you dare come out!"

After saying that, he forcefully pushed Zhao Yanyan into the bedroom and slammed the door shut.

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Although the door was closed, Zhao Yanyan's wailing was still very clear.

Not only that, but it was also accompanied by the "bang bang" of things being smashed.

His heart was pounding, and he felt utterly ashamed. He didn't even have the courage to turn around and face Old Man Xu and Zheng Huai.

Seeing that Zhao Guangsheng had relented and agreed to reinstate Gu Zhiyun's admission, Old Xu was unwilling to stay a moment longer.

Zheng Huai stood up with Old Man Xu.

His attitude remained very mild, showing no sign of anger or dissatisfaction.

"Principal Zhao, the child is young and doesn't understand things. Let's talk things out slowly. We'll be leaving now so as not to disturb your rest."

Zhao Guangsheng hurriedly got up to see them off, escorting them all the way to the courtyard gate.

When they arrived, the two did not notice the furnishings in Zhao Guangsheng's yard and living room.

As he left, Zheng Huai glanced around the living room a few more times.

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The Zhao family's lifestyle can be described as extremely luxurious.

The coffee table in the living room is made of red pine, which would cost at least a thousand or two. The teacups and tea bowls are hand-polished porcelain, and judging from the patterns and color, they look like antiques.

Not to mention, there's a tape recorder, a radio, and even a refrigerator in the living room.

It's worth noting that in the 1970s, there were very few families across the country that could afford a refrigerator.

The Zhao family's courtyard was full of precious flowers and plants, and they had two bicycles, one in 80% new condition and the other in 100% new condition, and they probably hadn't been ridden much.

Zheng Huai saw it all and kept it in mind.

As they were about to leave the compound in the capital, Old Man Xu suddenly stopped and said, "It seems that the Gu family lives right next to Zhao Guangsheng's house!"

Zheng Huai laughed and said, "Perfect timing! I haven't met this top science student yet. Why don't we go visit him?"

Old Xu rubbed his hands together and said, "Oh dear, it's not good to come empty-handed for the first time, is it? Let's go buy something."

So the two old men went to the market, bought a bunch of chicken, duck, fish and meat, and returned to their compound in the capital.

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As they passed by the Zhao family's gate, the two could still faintly hear Zhao Guangsheng's angry curses and Zhao Yanyan's crying.

Zheng Huai sighed, "How could this couple raise their child like this?"

"Why keep bringing them up? It's so annoying!" Old Xu said. "I'll show you what a truly good kid is like later!"

As they spoke, the two arrived at the Gu family's gate.

The sun was shining brightly and the weather was quite warm. As soon as the two entered the courtyard, they saw Shen Jingyan and Gu Zhiyun drying their bedding in the yard.

The little girl moved nimbly and skillfully, spreading the bedding out on the clothesline. Gu Zhiyun took a small broom and swept the cotton scraps off Shen Jingyan's body.

After sweeping the cotton, he turned around and handed a bowl of water to Shen Jingyan, carefully testing the water temperature before handing it over.

Before Shen Jingyan could put down her work, Gu Zhiyun brought the water to her lips and fed her small sips, his eyes filled with tenderness and affection.

The two were so engrossed in their own little world that they didn't notice the guests had arrived in the yard.

Fang Ru, who was doing laundry, saw the two elderly people. She was shocked and widened her eyes. After confirming that she had not mistaken them for someone else, she was flattered and overjoyed and went to greet them.

"Professor Zheng, Professor Xu, you've arrived!"

Gu Zhiyun and Shen Jingyan were even more surprised than Fang Ru.

"grandfather?"

"Professor Xu?"

After exchanging pleasantries in the courtyard, Fang Ru quickly invited the two into the living room.

Upon entering the Gu family's living room, the two immediately felt refreshed.

The living room was clean, tidy, and simply decorated. At a glance, it was filled with newspapers and books, and the aroma of books was refreshing.

Old Xu put down what he was holding and said to Gu Zhiyun impatiently:

"Xiao Gu, your admission has been reinstated. Hurry up and prepare your paperwork and luggage, and go to Imperial University with Jingya to register!"

Upon hearing this, Fang Ru was so moved that tears welled up in her eyes, and she choked up as she shook hands with Old Man Xu and Zheng Huai in turn.

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Gu Zhiyun couldn't contain his joy, his eyes sparkling like stars.

He stepped forward and bowed respectfully and gratefully to Old Man Xu and Zheng Huai.

"Professor Zheng, Professor Xu, thank you for your help. I will definitely study hard and serve my country!"

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