“Mom,” Shen Nian’an suddenly said, “I’ve made up my mind. I want to apply to Jiangnan University for the Food Engineering major in the college entrance examination.”
Lin Wanqiu was taken aback for a moment, then a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes: "Nian'an, are you really sure? Food engineering is a very tough major."
Shen Nian'an nodded vigorously, her eyes resolute: "Mom, I want to be like you, developing more healthy and delicious foods so that more people can benefit. Your story of founding 'Natural Taste' has always inspired me. I want to become someone like you and Professor Li, using my knowledge and abilities to contribute to society."
Looking into the light in her son's eyes, Lin Wanqiu was filled with mixed emotions. She remembered Nian'an's thin and timid appearance as a child, and the earnestness with which he first told her he wanted to be a scientist. Now, this little boy who once needed her to protect him with all her might had grown into a young man with ideals and a sense of responsibility. The jade pendant at her waist seemed to sense this inherited power, its warm glow enveloping her skin, comforting and healing.
"Okay, Mom supports you!" Lin Wanqiu's voice was slightly choked. "As long as it's something you like, as long as it's meaningful, Mom and Dad will support you unconditionally."
Shen Tingzhou smiled and said, "Son, you have ambition, and I'm proud of you. Jiangnan University's food engineering program is top-notch in the country. As long as you work hard, you'll definitely succeed. In the future, your father and I will support your mother and make 'Natural Taste' even better."
Shen Nianxi also raised her little fist: "I also want to support my mom and brother! When I grow up, I want to be a dancer and bring joy to everyone through dance!"
The family's laughter echoed in the cozy living room, while moonlight streamed through the curtains, casting a gentle glow. Lin Wanqiu looked at everything before her, her heart filled with anticipation for the future. She knew that the success of the low-sugar health food was just the beginning; in the future, "Natural Taste" would launch more high-quality products. And Nian'an's choice gave her hope for the continuation of the business.
In the days that followed, "Natural Delight" low-sugar health foods continued to sell well, not only establishing a foothold in the local market but also expanding to surrounding provinces and cities. Many middle-aged and elderly consumers became loyal fans of "Natural Delight" and actively promoted the product, resulting in an increasingly positive reputation.
Lin Wanqiu has not stopped innovating. Leading her research and development team, she has begun developing nutritional foods suitable for children and young adults, building upon their foundation of low-sugar health foods. She believes that as long as they adhere to the principles of "natural, healthy, and delicious" and continue to innovate, "Natural Flavor" will surely go further and more steadily.
Shen Nian'an, on the other hand, studied even harder for the exam. He transformed his passion for food research and development into motivation for learning, and his grades consistently ranked among the top. He often used his spare time to visit and learn from the "Natural Flavor" R&D center, asking Professor Li and the other members of the R&D team questions and accumulating a great deal of professional knowledge.
Looking at the diligent and studious Shen Nian'an, Professor Li often said to Lin Wanqiu, "President Lin, Nian'an is a very talented and thoughtful child. He will definitely become a pillar of the food industry in the future."
Lin Wanqiu nodded with a smile, her eyes filled with pride. She knew that her era was continuing, and Nian An's era was about to begin.
In the early summer of 1994, the sun shone brightly and a gentle breeze blew. "Natural Flavor" low-sugar health foods had become a benchmark product in the domestic health food market, and Lin Wanqiu was named "Outstanding Female Entrepreneur of the Year." Meanwhile, Shen Nian'an's college entrance examination had finally come to an end, and the whole family anxiously awaited the release of the results.
That afternoon, the postman rode his bicycle and knocked on the Shen family's door: "Shen Nian'an, your college admission notice has arrived!"
Shen Nian'an practically sprinted out and accepted the admission letter that carried his dreams and hopes. The four large, gold-embossed characters of "Jiangnan University" on the red envelope shone brightly, seemingly foreshadowing a brand new future.
"I got accepted! I got into the Food Engineering program at Jiangnan University!" Shen Nian'an excitedly waved her acceptance letter, her voice choked with emotion yet full of strength.
Lin Wanqiu and Shen Tingzhou exchanged a smile, their eyes filled with tears of joy. Years of hard work and anticipation had finally blossomed into their most beautiful form. Lin Wanqiu knew this was not only a significant milestone in Nian An's life, but also a new starting point for the inheritance and development of "Natural Flavors." She could almost see Nian An returning to "Natural Flavors" years later, bringing advanced knowledge and concepts, and together with her, propelling this company, which carries the dreams of two generations, into an even more glorious future.
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