Chapter 222 Encounter
"Qi... Old Qi!"
Lin Siqiao was so excited that she couldn't even speak. She really didn't expect to meet Mr. Qi under such circumstances.
Although they all live in the same compound, since the weather turned cold, these big guys in the special building have not liked to go out.
Lin Siqiao was thinking, what if it really doesn’t work.
Next year she will apply to the school to see if she can attend Professor Qi’s class at Tsinghua University.
Who knew that the opportunity would come so suddenly.
Seeing that Mr. Qi was still holding a lot of things in his hands, Lin Siqiao quickly took them and subconsciously held him tighter.
"Little comrade, do you know me?"
"Um."
Lin Siqiao nodded, trying not to sound too excited.
"Mr. Qi, I also live in the compound, and I have met you once before."
“So that’s how it is.”
Old Qi smiled and said, "Thanks to you, otherwise I would have fallen just now. Alas... I am useless when I am old."
"No way! If you say that, Mr. Qi, then we have no chance of living."
Lin Siqiao supported the old man and said, "You are a role model for our generation and a role model for us."
"I hope that I can be like you in this life, learn something and serve the country."
“Good job!”
Old Qi had never seen such an ambitious girl before. He didn't look at her carefully just now, but after taking a few glances now, he felt that the child looked somewhat familiar.
"Little comrade, are you still in school now?"
"Um."
Lin Siqiao did not hide anything and told everyone the truth about her studies at Peking University.
When he heard that she was from Peking University, Mr. Qi nodded with satisfaction and asked her what major she studied.
"This, I'm learning a bit miscellaneous."
Lin Siqiao hesitated for a while and said, "I am currently majoring in economics, and minoring in French, German, and physics."
"oh?"
Mr. Qi looked surprised, then he remembered, "Are you the talented woman from Beijing University?"
At a gathering of friends some time ago, he heard one of his old friends mention that a talented woman had emerged from Peking University.
Not only did he take four courses at the same time, but he also ranked among the top in every subject.
"I don't think I can take on this title as a talented young lady."
"You don't know, every time I come back to do my physics homework, I feel like I don't have enough brain cells."
Upon hearing this, Mr. Qi immediately said.
"This is actually not difficult. You must be using the wrong method."
Lin Siqiao thought to himself, old man, do you want to listen to what you are saying? This is super difficult, okay!
She sighed and said.
"I think so too. To be honest, I have wanted to come to your house to ask for your advice several times before."
"It's just... I'm a little sorry for disturbing your rest."
If someone else had said this, Mr. Qi would probably have just listened.
After all, he is old and his energy is limited.
But Old Mrs. Qi understood the importance of intellectuals to a country, otherwise she would not have gone to Tsinghua University to teach students from time to time.
They are old and will leave this world one day. The future of China will have to rely on these young people.
What's more, in today's world, there are really too few people who are willing to spend their time on studying.
After a moment of silence, Qi Lao said, "If you have any questions in the future, you can come over on the weekends and I will guide you then."
Lin Siqiao noticed the hesitation on Mr. Qi's face just now.
For a moment, she felt that she was quite ignorant.
But Mr. Qi finally agreed. Lin Siqiao knew that he just valued talent.
Looking at Mr. Qi with his white hair and unsteady gait, Lin Siqiao nodded solemnly.
"Thank you, Mr. Qi."
"I will definitely study hard and will not let you down."
"Okay, stop calling me junior all the time. What's your name?"
Lin Siqiao then remembered that she had never introduced herself to Mr. Qi before.
"My name is Lin Siqiao."
Old Qi nodded, and the two of them continued chatting until they arrived at the family quarters in a short while.
"Xiao Lin, you don't have to see me off. I'm going to the pastry store to buy some things."
"You go back first. Thank you for today."
Lin Siqiao glanced at the several steps in front of the store.
"Mr. Qi, I don't have anything to do right now, so I'll help you go."
Mr. Qi knew that she was worried and didn't say anything else.
Just as the two were about to go in, the salesperson came out.
"Don't go in, both of you. All the cakes for today are sold out."
"If you want to eat, come early tomorrow."
Mr. Qi was stunned for a moment, "Selling so fast? Are all the items sold out?"
“Yeah, they’re all sold out.”
The staff member responded, "Today is Laba Festival, people from the surrounding area came to line up early in the morning, and everything has been sold out long ago."
When Mr. Qi was worrying about how to explain to his wife when he got home, Lin Siqiao took out the pastries from the bag.
"Mr. Qi, this is butterfly cake. It was just baked this morning. You can take it back first."
"No, no, no, take it back and eat it yourself."
Lin Siqiao stuffed the butterfly cookies into Mr. Qi's bag without saying a word, and then helped him walk home.
On the way, Lin Siqiao also explained that she is now in charge of the Friendship Restaurant in the embassy area, and these Western pastries can be eaten anytime they want.
Upon learning that this child held several positions, Mr. Qi could not hide his admiration in his eyes.
He accepted the things, but when it came to the money, Mr. Qi was very particular and didn't give a penny less.
Lin Siqiao didn't act pretentiously and took the money promptly so as not to make the old man feel upset.
After sending Mr. Qi home safely, Lin Siqiao picked up his things and hurried back.
Go back and cook the Laba porridge first, then soak the sea cucumber and abalone. If you don’t have the ingredients, just place an order on the platform.
After processing all the ingredients, Lin Siqiao put them into the soup pot in order, turned the stove to the lowest heat, and simmered them slowly.
Buddha Jumps Over the Wall is a dish that takes a lot of effort to prepare. It takes at least five or six hours to cook. It is just right to eat it in the evening.
At noon, Lin Siqiao had a quick bite, and after lunch, she had a good sleep again.
When he woke up, he saw that it was just past two o'clock. Lin Siqiao was bored so he went to the post office.
I first sent out the contract and the things I prepared for my grandparents, and then called my second uncle's workplace.
However, the phone beeped for two or three minutes and no one answered. Seeing that there were still many people queuing up to make calls, Lin Siqiao had no choice but to hang up.
"Comrade, could you please help me check if there is anything in this mailbox?"
Lin Siqiao guessed that Director Tang must have sent him a lot of information. Sure enough, after checking, the staff came over with two thick stacks of information.
In addition to these, there was also a bill of exchange. Lin Siqiao took a look at the amount on it and remained calm.
This money has long been just a number to her. Lin Siqiao only enjoys the satisfaction and sense of accomplishment that comes from making money.
After Lin Siqiao took out all the money, he hurried home.
After that, she didn't go anywhere and just stayed at home to translate materials.
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