"Zhang Hongmei, what do you think I'm suited for?"

"Of course, I have confidence in you."

"Hehe, I don't even have confidence in myself."

"Cheng Guangxu, you need to be confident. You can definitely do it."

"Hehe, yes, I need to be confident. So what do you think I should study?"

"Computer science, I think you are very suitable for this subject. Of course, you will have to choose for yourself when you go abroad."

"So what do you want to learn?"

"Computers."

"I know there are eight other people besides the seven of us. Where are they?"

"I don't know about that. I think it should be a personal choice, right? It has to be something you like and that suits you, right?"

"So, which subjects do you think are suitable for us to study?"

"I don't know either, but I just feel that we should both get involved in machinery and agriculture. We both come from rural areas and know how hard farmers work. I know that foreign countries have seeders, harvesters, and grain crushers and pulverizers. Actually, my purpose in wanting to go abroad is to study computers and agricultural machinery."

I can study computers, but I lack confidence in mechanical engineering.

Cheng Guangxu was excited. "Zhang Hongmei, I'm very skillful with my hands. I repair all the farm tools in our village, and I can also fix things that aren't working properly, so I think I can learn mechanics."

"Of course you can, but computer science is your major. If you have time, you can also study mechanical engineering. I majored in computer science and minored in economics."

“Okay. I’m determined to learn mechanics. Even if I don’t get any rest, I have to learn it. We rural people work so hard, we’re in the fields all year round, but the harvest is not commensurate with the labor.”

"Okay, let's work together. We don't know the dreams of the other people who are going together, but we both want to help our families reduce their workload. Let's do our best."

"Yes, I will definitely work hard. With the seeder, the harvester's workload is reduced by 30%."

"Actually, there might be herbicides or something, but I'm not sure about that. If there really are, then it could reduce the burden by half."

"Yes, even if we don't have it, we can still try to research it."

"Yes, that's how it should be. I'm counting on you. I will definitely support you with all my might."

By the way, are you all ready?

"What do I need to prepare? Is bringing money enough?"

Zhang Hongmei rolled her eyes rudely. "Do you think all countries use RMB? You have someone to take care of your food and lodging, but you can't buy your own necessities without money?"

Cheng Guangxu's face flushed red. "I didn't expect that my classmate and I hadn't packed anything."

"Alright. You go about your business. I'll find someone to help with exchanging the money tomorrow. Oh, and ask the other classmates if anyone has time to go to the bank to exchange it. You've all received your paperwork, right?"

"It was given."

"With the paperwork and money, I think I can exchange it at the bank. If you don't have it, don't worry, I've already exchanged quite a bit here."

"Okay, I'll ask when I get home tonight."

"Zhang Hongmei, how many years do you think it will take us to finish our studies and return to China?"

"I don't know, I'll be back in three years at most. So I'll spend all my time studying."

"That's what I think too. We're going there to learn."

"Hehe, I hope you won't be blinded by the allure of this world."

"If that happens, then beat me up."

"Haha, I'd rather not hit you than hurt my hand. Let's keep an eye on each other, encourage each other, and improve together."

"Do you need anything else?"

"It's not convenient for you to prepare the food, and you can't bring too much in this weather, so I'll prepare it."

Thinking of this, Zhang Hongmei said, "Wait a moment, I'll ask someone to order some sesame cakes. These can be kept for a couple more days. Find some books to read, I'll be right back."

Zhang Hongmei found Wang Ying and said, "Wang Ying, go to the store and order two hundred sesame seed cakes. Have them delivered them tomorrow night."

"Okay, I'll be right there."

On the way back, I ran into Wang Xinyi. "Aunt Wang, my classmate is here. Could you tell him what he should bring when you have time?"

"Okay, but let's talk about it after we eat. I'll go make dumplings."

Zhang Hongmei nodded, and the two parted ways, each going about their own business.

Zhang Hongmei ignored Cheng Guangxu, who was engrossed in his book, and found a book to read herself.

When Zhang Shouyi returned, he saw this scene: a young boy and girl were reading attentively in the study, a quiet and beautiful sight.

I really don't like this scene. I coughed lightly.

Zhang Hongmei looked up and saw that Zhang Shouyi had returned. "Why are you back so early today?"

"It's getting late, you should be leaving get off work at a normal time. You're just too engrossed in your book. Is this your classmate?"

Cheng Guangxu stood up when he heard people talking about him.

"Yes. He is Cheng Guangxu, one of the people going abroad this time."

"Hello." Zhang Shouyi extended his hand and shook Cheng Guangxu's hand. "I am Zhang Shouyi, and Zhang Hongmei and I are family."

Cheng Guangxu was taken aback for a moment, but didn't think too much about it. "Hello."

"Brother Zhang, is Grandpa back?"

"No, he should be here soon. He went to see Da Tou today, so he won't be back too late."

"By the way, Brother Zhang, which way do we get there?"

"We'll take a ship to Southeast Asia, and later we'll fly directly there."

"Sigh! We'd be lucky if it took us two months to get there."

"Yes, it must have been a tiring journey. You didn't get seasick, did you?"

"I'm not dizzy, but which port do we take the ship from? Do we have to go to a sea city?"

"No need. It takes about a month to reach Southeast Asia from Q City port. The plane has been arranged there, but we'll have to stop for refueling three times along the way."

"We haven't had that many meals yet. What about food?"

"You can cook on a ship, and you can get meals on an airplane."

"That's good. Oh, right, Grandpa told me that the extra spot should be filled by someone else."

"I've seen him, he's right ahead. He'll leave with you the day after tomorrow morning. Don't worry, he'll be fine."

Cheng Guangxu didn't feel neglected or that he couldn't join the conversation. He automatically sat down and continued reading.

Zhang Shouyi had been keeping an eye on him and was very satisfied with his performance. He felt at ease having such a person by Hongmei's side.

"Hongmei, I've arranged everything. It's just that the journey has been arduous."

"Hehe, it's okay. I don't get seasick or airsick, so it's not a big deal. I just need to find some seasickness or airsickness medication, because I'm worried that other people might experience the same thing."

"Okay, let Xiao Li arrange it tomorrow."

"Brother Zhang, I've obtained a type of fabric. Could you find someone to research and develop it so we can produce it ourselves?"

"Okay, I'll have someone look into it. Are there any other requirements?"

"That's all, that means we've arrived. If I get hungry, you'll have a way to help."