"Mother, what's that person doing here?"
After everyone left, Gu Xiaoxiao peeked into the house at Xie Xiuying.
"They're just looking for trouble because they're full and have nothing better to do."
I'd better not tell my daughter about these upsetting things.
No one knows what kind of hornet's nest Zhou stirred up by coming here, but for several days in a row, many matchmakers came to Xie Xiuying and Gu Guangrong's door, just to try and arrange a marriage between Gu Xiaoxiao and Gu Changshu.
Xie Xiuying later learned about this from Wu Guihua.
These people think that Gu Xiaoxiao and Gu Changshu are a sure thing in the college entrance examination, so they want to get engaged in advance and bring a college student home.
Otherwise, it will be incredibly difficult to marry a college student in the future.
When Gu Xiaoxiao and Gu Changshu went out, they were surrounded by a group of aunties. There were even some young men and women who deliberately lingered in front of them, making them feel awkward.
Now, apart from helping take care of the children at Ruan Qiushui's house, she doesn't even leave the house.
…
February 16, 1978, the tenth day of the first lunar month.
Two consecutive sunny days melted half of the thick snow on the ground, making travel no longer an obstacle.
Ruan Qiushui was playing with building blocks with the children inside the house when she suddenly heard a commotion outside the yard.
"What happened?"
Gu Changshu was stunned for a moment, then quickly went into the yard to check the situation.
"Changshu, hurry! The postman has brought the college admission notice to our brigade entrance. You'd better hurry!"
Liu Zi, who was on good terms with Gu Changshu, quickly pulled Gu Changshu away and headed outside.
Gu Changshu was overjoyed and ran after him without even putting on his hat.
"Third Sister-in-law, did I hear that right?"
Liu Zi's voice was so loud that Gu Xiaoxiao and Ruan Qiushui inside the room could hear it clearly.
You heard me right.
Ruan Qiushui nodded affirmatively.
Although I was confident, I was still very excited when the day finally arrived.
"Old man, what are you standing there for? Hurry up and go home to get the firecrackers."
Xie Xiuying excitedly patted Gu Guangrong on the shoulder.
She had prepared the firecrackers long ago and was just waiting for the day.
"I'll take it, sir."
Da Bao and Xiao Bao, who were standing nearby, heard what their grandmother said and started repeating it.
"Oh my sweet baby, you're so smart."
Gu Xianjin was so happy that he kissed the two little ones on the forehead.
"Alright, go on, you're so happy about it."
Xie Xiuying quickly hugged Da Bao and Xiao Bao to her side, her heart filled with joy at their sweet cries.
"I'll go right away."
Gu Guangrong was now full of energy. He not only brought firecrackers, but also the red envelopes he had prepared in advance.
"Father, Mother, Third Sister-in-law, the postman is here."
Gu Changshu went to the entrance of the brigade and brought the postman over directly.
Behind him followed not only the postman, but also many uncles and aunts from the brigade.
"Third brother's wife, you and Xiaoxiao cover the children's ears, don't scare them."
If I were to frighten her darling and cause her any harm, she would feel terribly guilty.
"Old man, light the fire."
Seeing that Da Bao and Xiao Bao's ears had been covered, Xie Xiuying quickly handed the matchbox to Gu Guangrong.
"Crackling and popping..."
The lively sound of firecrackers rang out.
With their ears covered, Da Bao and Xiao Bao stared wide-eyed, full of curiosity.
"Excuse me, is this the home of Gu Changshu, Gu Xiaoxiao, and Ruan Qiushui? I have their university admission notices here."
As soon as the postman finished speaking, the uncles and aunts behind him erupted in cheers.
"My God, I can't believe they actually got into university."
"I knew Ruan Zhiqing could pass the exam, but I didn't expect Gu Xiaoxiao and Gu Changshu to pass it too. That's amazing."
"It's all thanks to the excellent guidance from Ruan Zhiqing."
"The Gu family is about to soar to new heights."
…
After the uncles and aunts finished their conversation, they all came forward to offer their congratulations.
After verifying the identities of the three individuals, the postman handed them the acceptance letters.
"Third Sister-in-law, you received an admission letter from Peking University!"
Gu Changshu happened to glance at it and saw that the admission notice was stamped with the seal of Peking University. He was extremely envious.
"I'm from Tsinghua University, why aren't I in the same school as my third sister-in-law?"
Gu Xiaoxiao still wanted to go to the same university as her third sister-in-law.
"I'm also from Tsinghua University."
Gu Changshu was relieved that he was in the same school as his younger sister, so they could look after each other.
"Don't worry, Peking University and Tsinghua University are close to each other, we can meet anytime."
The two campuses are only 1.5 kilometers apart, so it will be quick.
"Everyone, go home first, come back to our house for drinks in a couple of days."
Xie Xiuying and Gu Guangrong, whose mouths were practically dry from talking, finally managed to get rid of the group of people at the door.
"Third daughter-in-law, let me see your college admission notices."
Xie Xiuying went to the kitchen, washed her hands with soap, quickly dried them, and ran into the house.
Gu Guangrong was a step behind, but he also washed his hands and followed behind.
"Father, Mother, look."
Gu Xiaoxiao placed all three admission notices on the table.
"Wow, I've really seen something new today."
This was the first time they had ever seen a university acceptance letter, and the handwriting on it was so impressive.
Xie Xiuying and Gu Guangrong carefully picked up the admission notice, wishing they could enshrine it and hang it on the wall.
If relatives and friends come to visit, everyone will treat them with great respect.
"Why is it that the third son's wife starts school on February 22nd, while Xiaoxiao and Changshu don't start until March?"
Xie Xiuying was puzzled. They were taking the exam together, but their school hours were different.
"February 22nd, there are only a few days left."
Gu Guangrong was secretly anxious. His third son's wife was going to Beijing to register, which would take several days on the way. They also needed to buy tickets and pack their things, so everything had to be done quickly.
"Oh dear, I was thinking of getting a new cotton quilt for my third son's wife to use at school."
Xie Xiuying was also anxious; who would have thought that once the notice arrived, she would have to leave immediately?
"Father, Mother, don't worry."
"Grandpa and Grandma have made all the arrangements in Beijing. Xiaoxiao, Changshu, and I will just need to bring some changes of clothes."
Ruan Qiushui had already called her grandparents when she was filling out her college application.
Grandparents' idea was that since they had a house near Peking University and Tsinghua University, they could simply let them commute to school instead of living on campus.
The home is more comfortable in terms of both environment and food, and Ruan Qiushui can see her child every day, making it the best choice.
The rooms are probably all set up by now, just waiting for them to arrive.
"Oh dear, we can't accept this. We've troubled our in-laws."
Although Beijing is the hometown of Xie Xiuying's third daughter-in-law, Xie Xiuying never thought of letting her son and daughter benefit from it.
Now that the in-laws are all ready, they've really gotten a great deal.
This time when we go to Beijing, I'm determined to have Changshu and Xiaoxiao bring back lots of local specialties.
"We're all family, Mom, please don't be shy."
Ruan Qiushui smiled and put her arm around Xie Xiuying's shoulder.
Her mother-in-law treated her well, and Xiaoxiao and Changshu were grateful and reciprocated, so she was happy to help them.
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