After the high school entrance exam, the next step is to fill out college application forms.
Ye Linchen had already made up his mind that he would never apply to universities in Jiangcheng City.
They didn't even consider nearby cities; they only wanted to apply to the northernmost university.
Only by staying far away can one completely escape the entanglement of the Ye family.
However, Ye Linchen didn't know much about the specifics of Northern University.
Feng Linlin and Lin Xiaojuan were reluctant to leave home and both planned to apply to Jiangcheng University, but they didn't have any information to share with Ye Linchen.
Ye Linchen planned to take some time to go to an internet cafe to look up information and learn more about Northern University.
That evening, Ye Linchen was having dinner at home with Feng Linlin and Lin Xiaojuan when the pager on the desk went off.
She quickly picked it up and saw that it was a message from Gu Jingran, asking her to call back if it was convenient for her.
After finishing their meal, Ye Linchen and his wife ran to the dormitory entrance to return a phone call.
The call was answered quickly, and Gu Jingran's deep voice came through the receiver.
"Xiao Chen, I've gathered some information about universities in northern China for you. When's a convenient time for you? I'll get it for you to refer to."
Ye Linchen was surprised that Gu Jingran had remembered what she said when they parted last time and had even secretly helped her collect information. She felt a warm feeling in her heart.
"Thank you, Brother Gu. I'll definitely treat you to a big meal once I get into university."
Gu Jingran chuckled: "Okay, let's set a time. I'll bring you the materials and give you a brief introduction."
"It'll be Sunday. I'll treat you to a cold drink at Yi Yuan Tea Shop."
Yiyuan Tea Shop was originally a small cold drink shop at the entrance of the steel mill dormitory area, but it later developed very well and became a chain of beverage shops.
Not only has it flourished throughout Jiangcheng City, but its branches have also opened all over the country, and it has been very successful.
However, in his previous life, Ye Linchen was extremely frugal. He had passed by Yiyuan countless times but had never gone inside.
After being reborn, Ye Linchen did treat Feng Linlin and Lin Xiaojuan to cold drinks twice.
With the weather so hot now, there's nothing more perfect than going to an ice cream shop to chat while enjoying a drink.
Gu Jingran knew about the store and readily agreed.
After agreeing on a meeting time, Ye Linchen returned to the house with light steps.
She may not have the privilege of her parents' love, but having so many genuinely caring friends is a blessing in itself.
At 2 p.m. on Sunday, Ye Linchen arrived at the entrance of Yiyuan Cold Drink Shop.
I could spot Gu Jingran standing there at a glance, holding a briefcase in his hand.
The two haven't seen each other since he drove her home last time.
Gu Jingran would occasionally send her messages, encouraging her to study hard and telling her to contact him if she needed anything.
Ye Linchen knew he was busy with work, so she didn't want to bother him.
It had been more than two months since I last saw Gu Jingran, and he seemed to have lost some weight and gotten a bit darker.
He was wearing a white T-shirt and beige casual pants today, and his posture was particularly upright.
"Xiao Chen, over here!"
Gu Jingran also saw Ye Linchen and smiled as he raised his hand to greet her.
Ye Linchen quickened his pace and ran over, feeling a little excited.
Gu Jingran looked her up and down, a smile in his eyes: "You look great."
She's a bit taller and a bit fatter.
Today, Ye Linchen wore a white short-sleeved dress, and her hair had grown long, falling just over her shoulders, which made her small face look fair and delicate.
She appeared graceful and elegant.
She shed her immaturity and grew into a pure and beautiful young woman.
"Hehe, the food has been pretty good lately."
Ye Linchen touched his face and smiled a little embarrassedly.
Gu Jingran was amused by her cute appearance and turned to walk into the store: "Come on, let's go inside and talk, it's hot outside."
Ye Linchen hurriedly followed behind him.
Upon seeing customers enter, the female sales clerk immediately came forward, warmly leading the two to a seat by the window and asking, "What would you two like to drink?"
"A shaved ice..." Ye Linchen ordered his favorite drink, then looked at Gu Jingran, "Brother Gu, what would you like to drink?"
Gu Jingran thought for a moment and said, "Chrysanthemum tea, without sugar, I don't like sweet drinks."
Ye Linchen ordered chrysanthemum tea and readily paid the bill.
"I'll treat you to a small meal this time, and I'll treat you to a big meal after the college entrance exam."
Gu Jingran opened his briefcase, smiled and nodded: "Okay, I'll be waiting. I wish you a successful start and a swift victory."
Ye Linchen smiled and said, "Thank you."
As Ye Linchen spoke, he turned and looked around the store.
Today is Sunday, and the store is almost full.
They were all young couples, whispering to each other with their heads close together, completely absorbed in their own little world, oblivious to everyone else.
Looking at the scene, Ye Linchen suddenly felt uncomfortable and regretted making the appointment here.
If people see them, won't they misunderstand and think they're dating?
Gu Jingran clearly didn't feel that way. He took out several documents from his briefcase and handed them to Ye Linchen.
"These are universities recommended by my classmates in the north. I looked them up online, and a few of them are particularly suitable for you. If you stay there after graduation, it will be easier to find a job."
As they were talking, the drinks they had ordered were served.
Ye Linchen put down the documents and pushed Gu Jingran's green tea towards him: "Drink some water first."
She picked up a small spoon, scooped up a mouthful of shaved ice, put it in her mouth, squinted her eyes, and said with a look of enjoyment, "So delicious."
In the 1990s, shaved ice was made by placing ice cubes on a machine and stirring them until they became a mixture of fruit juice and crushed ice. It was brightly colored, icy cold, and especially refreshing in the summer.
It would be a shame for Gu Jingran not to try this delicious shaved ice.
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