Wenli's professional courses were concentrated in four classes in the morning, but it took two whole days to complete all the required exams.

Lin Yi dropped out of school, leaving only Wen Li and Tan Xiaoxiao in the minor majors.

However, the two of them would often study together whenever they had free time, and with Mu Shuxin giving them extra tutoring, they successfully ranked among the top in their major courses when the results came out.

At the same time, Zhou Xingyun informed him that "The Truth" would be released in half a month, and there would be an interview before the promotion, scheduled for a week later.

Wen Li glanced at the schedule arranged by Zhou Xingyun. The following week and the few days of the New Year were all reserved for her to rest. This time was enough for her to go to Tan Xiaoxiao's house to resolve the matter of the ghost marriage.

Upon learning that Wen Li was going to resolve her third sister's matter, Tan Xiaoxiao's eyes lit up with excitement: "Then I'll buy a plane ticket now."

She had originally planned to take the train back, as the train was more than half the price of a plane ticket, but she couldn't let Wenli suffer with her.

Wen Li, unaware of Tan Xiaoxiao's thoughts, nodded.

Tian Yuzhi and Tong Zhu were originally scheduled to leave in two days, but because of what happened a few months ago, the two had a very awkward argument. Tong Zhu gritted her teeth and bought a first-class ticket, planning to leave this afternoon.

Hearing that Wen Li was going home with Tan Xiaoxiao, she guessed it was because of Tan Xiaoxiao's third sister being arranged into a ghost marriage. She originally wanted to go, but she was too scared to go, so she could only watch the two of them leave.

After getting off the plane, Wen Li learned that to get to Tan Xiaoxiao's house, she would have to transfer to a high-speed train, then take a two-hour bus ride, and then walk for another two hours along a mountain road to get home.

After listening to Tan Xiaoxiao's story, Wen Li subconsciously glanced at Tan Xiaoxiao's backpack, which contained almost no luggage, and felt relieved that she hadn't brought a suitcase when she came.

Tan Xiaoxiao kept observing Wen Li's expression, and seeing Wen Li's expressionless face, she felt uneasy.

Before she could speak, Wen Li suddenly said, "Tan Xiaoxiao, you're really amazing."

Tan Xiaoxiao froze, the words on the tip of her tongue.

"Many people cannot achieve the goal of moving from the mountains to the city even after three generations."

Just like before, no matter how hard she tried, she could only be trapped in that small town.

But she had a loving master, and although her life was very hard, she was never lacking in love.

Tan Xiaoxiao, however, relied on her own efforts to leap from thousands of mountains to a big city, enduring countless hardships to finally reach University A.

"It's been a tough journey."

Tan Xiaoxiao looked at Wen Li, her eyes stinging and feeling hot. She quickly lowered her head and said, "If it weren't for my sister, I wouldn't have been able to get out of here. I would have been held back by all the work on the mountain."

So she originally vowed never to come back, but when she learned that her third sister was being forced into a ghost marriage and suffering terribly, Tan Xiaoxiao still chose to bring her third sister's ashes back again.

By the time they arrived at Tan Xiaoxiao's hometown, it was already 8 p.m.

Tan Xiaoxiao's house is located in the center of the village. It is a small mud house, but there is a small three-story brick house next to it.

In this backward little village, this brick house is exceptionally beautiful. Now, the courtyard is decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, with a dozen or so tables set up, and red cloths hanging all over the front of the brick house.

Wen Li and Tan Xiaoxiao stood at the entrance of the courtyard. Soon someone recognized Tan Xiaoxiao and hurriedly called out to the people in the brick house, "Old Tan, Old Tan's wife, Zhao Di is back."

Upon hearing the following words, Wen Li glanced at Tan Xiaoxiao.

Tan Xiaoxiao explained, "My name used to be Tan Zhaodi. Later, my third sister heard that I could change my name, so she took me to the district and county to explain the situation and changed my name. But the people in the village are already used to calling me that."

Tan Xiaoxiao felt no joy upon returning home; in fact, she was even more tense than during final exams.

Wen Li knew that Tan Xiaoxiao disliked these people, but she was even more afraid of them.

"Don't be afraid, I'm here. I'll take your third sister's ashes back with me, and we'll never come back again."

Tan Xiaoxiao took a deep breath and nodded.

As they were talking, a man and a woman, both around sixty years old, came out of the house. They were both wearing red cotton-padded jackets and had smiles on their faces.

Wen Li only glanced at them before concluding that the two people in front of her were Tan Xiaoxiao's parents.

However, both of them had prominent brow bones, pointed mouths and thin cheeks, and cloudy eyes, indicating that they were both people with many hidden thoughts.

"Zhaodi, why did you suddenly come back today? If you had told us you were coming back, we could have come to pick you up."

Tan Xiaoxiao glanced at her enthusiastic parents, lowered her eyelashes, and said, "I've already changed my name."

Mrs. Tan was taken aback, then laughed and said, "You silly child, it's just a name, why do you care about such things?"

A relative standing nearby chimed in, "Yes, you've been called Zhaodi since you were little, and everyone's used to it. We really wouldn't be used to it if you changed it."

Everyone chimed in, and although friends and family could see that Tan Xiaoxiao was in a bad mood, no one took it to heart.

In their view, juniors must obey their elders, whose words are as powerful as those of an emperor.

Knowing that she couldn't argue at this moment, Tan Xiaoxiao kept her head down and remained silent.

“Zhao Di, who is this…”

Tan's mother noticed Wen Li from the very beginning, and her eyes lit up immediately when she saw Wen Li's appearance.

She instantly thought how wonderful it would be if Wen Li could be her son's wife. With such an obedient appearance, the child they had would be incredibly handsome!

Moreover, this young girl is dressed so elegantly; she must come from a wealthy family.

Tan's mother laid bare her little schemes, trying to grab Wen Li's hand, but Wen Li took two steps back.

Tan Xiaoxiao naturally stepped in front of Wen Li, her hands clenched tightly under her down jacket, and said in a low voice, "Mom! This is my friend."

Tan's mother was startled when she saw Tan Xiaoxiao's eyes: "What kind of look is that? You've grown up after being away for half a year, and you still dare to act tough with your parents?"

Tan Xiaoxiao remained silent, and Tan's mother felt uneasy.

But then she thought that Tan Xiaoxiao would bring a lot of money back with her, and she would coax her daughter to take it out.

Thinking about it, Tan's mother's eyes softened with a warm smile: "Xiaoxiao and your classmates must be hungry, right? Tomorrow is your brother's wedding, I'll get you something to eat."

Tan's mother felt that she had made her meaning clear enough.

Remember to send a monetary gift to your brother's wedding tomorrow.

However, Tan Xiaoxiao seemed to ignore some of the words and sat down at a table with Wen Li: "Then I'll trouble you, Mom. My friend is a bit pampered, so please bring up a few more dishes."

Tan Xiaoxiao has been away for half a year, and she has gained courage. In the past, she would not have dared to speak to her mother like this.

Now, Tan's mother was stunned. She was angry that Tan Xiaoxiao would talk to her like that, but when she heard that Wen Li was a rich young lady from the city, she guessed that the other party must also have a lot of money.

Since they are friends, shouldn't Wen Li give some money as a wedding gift for her son's wedding?