A week later, the college entrance examination began, which was extremely nerve-wracking for Shi Tou San Ya. She had her own ideal universities in mind, all of which were top-tier institutions. Overcoming countless difficulties and crossing a single-plank bridge was no easy feat.

The two days of the college entrance examination actually calmed them both down. The new school campus was also completed, and although they didn't have a chance to use it, they were still happy to see the four-story teaching building.

The school cafeteria has specially prepared extra food, providing comprehensive benefits to all students.

After the exam, the two returned to Zhang Hongmei's old house, rolled up their sleeves, and worked until evening before finally cleaning it up.

The next day, I went out for breakfast and then went to the post office to call Zhang Hongmei.

"Sister Hongmei, we've finished our exams, but the results won't be out until the end of the month. We'll wait for them in the city."

"Hehe, okay, don't skimp on yourself, buy whatever you want to eat." Zhang Hongmei only told the two of them to take a break. As for their grades, she didn't even ask.

I have confidence in both of them; as long as they perform normally, there shouldn't be any problems.

The two dialed their second sister's phone number again, and Liu Maocai and Li Cuihua felt a little relieved.

"You two go and check on your older brother."

"Okay, Mom. We'll go in a couple of days. We're going back to sleep now, and then we have to go to school. Don't worry, we'll definitely go see our older brother."

Sanya's opinion of Liu Jianguo didn't change much, but he was, after all, the eldest brother, and his outward appearance wouldn't be bad.

Having learned that both of them were doing well in the capital, Zhang Hongmei was relieved. However, she wondered if Annie and Daniel would come this year.

Anne had about a month to travel there; in fact, the round trip alone took up a third of the time. This was even with the McCann family donating twenty airplanes this year. Otherwise, it would have taken more than half the time to travel.

The couple lay in bed that night. One of them asked, "Brother Zhang, when will the call be connected?"

"It should be ready by the end of October."

"Can the two children still come this year?"

“I don’t know either. Your godparents’ health can’t handle long flights. If Carlos doesn’t have time, I don’t think the old folks would agree to just hiring bodyguards.”

Zhang Shouyi least wanted to mention Carlos; everyone knew he was Sima Yi's confidant. He just hoped Zhang Hongmei wouldn't have the energy to think about anything else.

At the end of July, Zhang Hongmei received a phone call. "Sister Hongmei, my second brother and I both passed the exam!" came Sanya's excited voice from the other end of the line.

"Congratulations! When are you two coming over?"

“Sister Hongmei, let’s go back to Liujiatun first. My mother told us to do this last time.”

"Okay, call us at the appointed time, and someone will come to pick you up."

Zhang Hongmei finally felt completely relieved. Another one of her small wishes had come true.

The old lady was overjoyed to learn that both Shi Tou and San Ya had passed the exam.

“Hongmei, call the village. This is a joyous occasion. Our village is blessed with outstanding people and has produced three students who went to universities in the capital within the last ten years. Wang Hongxi must organize a grand celebration.”

"Okay!"

Since the old lady was so happy, Zhang Hongmei naturally followed her wishes.

While everyone here was having a good time, Wang Hongxi even broadcast the news over the loudspeaker in Liujiatun.

When Shi Tou and San Ya returned, they were congratulated by the entire village.

Both of them were a little unaccustomed to it. Jingze and Hongmei hadn't made any arrangements, and Erjie and Zhuzi had just had a meal with their family. But when it was their turn, they had to make a big fuss.

Shi Tou found Wang Hongxi and said, "Uncle, there's really no need to make arrangements for this. Sanya and I both feel it's inappropriate."

“What’s inappropriate about it? Your great-grandmother specifically called back to tell you. You two don’t need to do anything, just show your faces and that’s enough. Also, there are the two high school students left in the village, you need to have a good talk with them.”

The two had no choice but to accept the grandmother's word: "Let's do it!"

This time, the township head and the county head both came to congratulate them in person. Although Liujiatun is remote, they produced a top scholar, and also a very important person. Just look at the houses in their village. Now, every time it's planting or harvesting season, people from all around come to say nice things and ask for their help with their large machinery.

So this time, all the village chiefs from the township came over, so it will be easier to ask them for help next time.

Shi Tou and San Ya stayed in the village for three days, then left carrying large and small bags of mountain goods that the villagers had given to Zhang Hongmei.

"Second brother, this is really tiring. But it's also great. The village gave us two hundred each, the township gave us five hundred, and the county gave us one thousand. We've struck it rich this time."

“I still have the money from various villages, about two hundred yuan each.”

"Hehe, it's all worth it, even if it's tiring."

"Shall we go to my older brother's house again?"

"Go ahead, he's home alone, let's help him tidy up."

"Okay!" Sanya replied indifferently.

"Sanya, don't be like this. Big brother is fine. Don't have any estrangement from him."

"Second brother, maybe it's just my nature to be cold-hearted. People I don't like, even if they change, can never enter my heart."

"You! Your older brother didn't do anything to you."

"Hehe, second brother, let me tell you, if you get married in the future and treat our parents like this, I won't talk to you either."

"So you promise you'll always be this good to our parents? Can you guarantee your husband will be wholeheartedly devoted to our family?"

"After you have a family, a husband, and children, your energy will be divided among many things. Will everything you do be absolutely right?"

Stone was a little angry. He didn't understand why Sanya was acting this way. His older brother was usually quite good to his younger siblings. Although they had a falling out because of that woman, his brother was already divorced and didn't want her anymore. What more did she want?

“Sanya, actually you’re the most selfish person in the family. We give in to your every request, but what have you done for this family? You say you’re good to your parents, but what have you actually done?”

Stone got really angry and, regardless of whether they were in the car or not, launched into a long tirade against Sanya.

Sanya looked at the stone with red eyes.

"You don't need to argue. Just think about it yourself. You think you're so capable that you got into university, but without your family's support, how would you have gotten in? And don't even talk about the future, I'm watching you!"

After finishing his sentence, Shi Tou ignored San Ya. He was too angry, mainly because of her arrogant attitude towards his older brother. He had wanted to say something to her for a long time, but he had always been too embarrassed to do so.

I gave her a dressing down on this time in front of so many people on the bus because I just couldn't hold back anymore. We're all family, but she's made us feel distant.