Chapter 27 Let the Children Choose
Just as Xu Zhixia expected, although she cleared her identity as a capitalist lady, everyone else avoided her.
She didn't think so. She believed that it was best to make friends, but it didn't matter to her if she couldn't.
But because the matter became so widely known, an unexpected person found her.
"Aunt Cai, what did you say?" Xu Zhixia looked at Aunt Cai in front of him and almost suspected that he had heard it wrong.
Aunt Cai gave a soothing smile and said, "Xiao Xia, everyone can see your character."
"Plus, you make a living by writing, so this ability... naturally goes without saying."
"Teacher Qi, who teaches at the elementary school on our island, has been sick these past two days. Do you think it would be convenient for Fang to teach the children for two days?"
She has been worried a lot these past two days because her teacher was sick.
There are so few educated people on the island that it is difficult to even find a substitute teacher.
I didn't expect that when I went to the cafeteria today, I heard that Xu Zhixia made money by writing articles.
She was immediately happy. Why didn’t she think of Xu Zhixia before?
He has good character and talent. It would be a shame if such a person did not become a teacher.
So she hurried to Zhou's house and told Xu Zhixia about it.
Xu Zhixia's eyes flashed with helplessness, and she casually replied, "The other aunts won't agree."
I had an argument with her yesterday and thought she was too strong. Why would I hand the child over to her?
Although she didn't say it directly, Aunt Cai saw what she was thinking.
Without hesitation, he said, "Don't worry, they absolutely have no objection."
"I know the aunts on the island very well. They may be a little mean, but they don't have bad intentions."
"Besides, if they knew you were a teacher for their children, think about what they would do to you."
Aunt Cai lowered her voice and spoke meaningfully.
Xu Zhixia seemed to be thinking about something. Although she didn't intend to bother with those people, if there was a chance... she wouldn't have to rush to push it, right?
The corners of her mouth curled up unconsciously as she thought of something interesting.
Thinking of this, she simply agreed: "Okay, if Aunt Cai trusts me, then I will give it a try."
"But let me be clear, I may not be able to do it."
After all, being able to read and being able to teach are two different things, and she wasn't even sure she could do it.
Aunt Cai showed great confidence in her. She made an appointment with her to pick her up at school tomorrow morning, and then left with a smile.
Xu Zhixia did go to high school, but because of the wind direction, her father did not allow her to go anymore, but this can still be considered a real high school diploma.
Even so, she felt nervous.
While recalling what I learned in elementary school, I prepared lessons and did not rest until the early morning.
She woke up before dawn the next day.
When he went downstairs, Zhou An was about to go out.
I saw her pause, as if she wanted to say something, but in the end she didn't say it.
Xu Zhixia pursed her lips, didn't ask any more questions, and slowly ate the buns she bought from the cafeteria.
My thoughts scattered and landed on the child I was going to see soon.
When Aunt Cai came over, she had just finished her meal, and Haohao was busy running around helping to clean up the dishes.
Aunt Cai smiled sincerely: "You have raised this child so well."
Haohao now looks completely different from before.
Just looking at the spirit, you can tell there is a big difference.
Xu Zhixia smiled, a sense of satisfaction welling up in her eyes.
The main reason is that Haohao is well-behaved, not picky about food, and doesn't make trouble. After spending so much time with Haohao, she even wants to have a child.
But there is no need to say this to Aunt Cai.
Because Haohao is still young, Xu Zhixia does not plan to leave him alone at home, but decides to take him with her.
Aunt Cai knew her decision and didn't say anything.
The three of them chatted and laughed all the way, and soon arrived at school.
Aunt Cai brought Xu Zhixia to the teacher's office with ease.
Before I even walked in, a smug voice rang out: "Principal, let me tell you, besides my Lili, who else on this island can be a teacher?"
Xu Zhixia lowered her eyes, hiding the emotions in them.
What a coincidence.
The smile on Aunt Cai's face froze, her brows furrowed, and she strode in with Xu Zhixia and Haohao.
At a glance, I saw Wu Xiuxiu and Wu Lili standing in front of the principal.
Without further ado, she guessed what was going on.
Most likely, Wu Xiuxiu also knew that the teacher was ill and wanted her sister to get a share of the profits.
Wu Lili graduated from elementary school. She is not suitable to teach other grades, but she can teach elementary school.
If Xu Zhixia had not come to the island, she might have really settled for Wu Lili.
But with a pearl in front of you, who would still care about the fish eyes?
Aunt Cai considered her words and said tactfully, "Principal, Comrade Xu has a high school diploma, so he's more suitable."
The principal is a man in his forties with an indecisive personality.
He looked left and right, then hesitantly said, "Our substitute teacher only needs one. You guys take a look..."
He stopped talking mid-sentence, leaving the choice to the two people in front of him.
Wu Xiuxiu let out a light click of her tongue, her eyes filled with disgust.
Is this Xu Zhixia not her type? Why does she keep seeing Xu Zhixia everywhere?
She said meaningfully, "Principal, we are all doing this for the children's studies. Why not find someone who knows them well?"
"Do you think there's anyone on the island more suitable than my Lili?"
"Not to mention that Comrade Xu has only been on the island for a few days. If the children learn some of her behavior, it would be inappropriate."
She didn't say it explicitly, but she was secretly pointing to Xu Zhixia.
Xu Zhixia was really annoyed. Wu Xiuxiu was like an indestructible insect, always jumping around her.
It’s fine to praise Wu Lili, but why do you have to pull her down?
I was originally indifferent to this job, but now I am determined to get it.
She straightened her expression and said, "Comrade Wu, was he born and raised on the island?"
Wu Xiuxiu was choked and couldn't speak for a long time.
She came here with Zhang Hong in the army, and had actually only been on the island for a few years.
Xu Zhixia hit her back with one sentence.
A dark light flashed in Wu Lili's eyes, and she took a step forward.
She spoke softly, "Comrade Xu has a higher degree than me, so logically she should be the teacher."
“But…children have limited understanding and may be more adaptable to my teaching.”
Seeing Xu Zhixia's gaze on her, she gave an embarrassed smile: "Comrade Xu, I'm a straightforward person, don't take it to heart."
A strong smell of green tea overflowed without being concealed.
Xu Zhixia suppressed the smile on her face and looked at her quietly.
Suddenly he turned to look at the principal: "Principal, I think Comrade Wu is right."
"So how about we each take one class and let the kids choose?"
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