Chapter 48 System Tasks
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After canceling the illusion function, She Ning led Ya Ya through several turns until they found a secluded corner where no one was around. She then removed her magic cloak, chose a quiet path, and returned to the main road before heading towards the school.
With Ya Ya not by her side, she arranged for it to guard Zhang Jianbing's house. How could such a large tiger be captured so easily? She suspected that he had something to rely on.
When She Ning parted ways with She Hongmei in the morning, she used the excuse of going back to school. It wasn't exactly lying to her; she just brought forward the time a bit.
At 10:30, she arrived at the Olympiad class on time.
There was no one in the class right now; the other students had all finished their last class in the morning before coming over. She Ning took out the materials from her bag and started doing the exercises. The new materials that Director Xia had given her a couple of days ago were quite interesting; the questions were more novel than those in the market, and the difficulty was also slightly higher.
The last math Olympiad preliminary round was a selection competition jointly organized by several schools in her town. The real national high school math league, or GML for short, will be held on the second Sunday of September this year. At that time, she will graduate from junior high school and skip a grade to enter senior high school. Her status as a high school student will be perfect for taking the exam.
The joint entrance examination consists of two parts. The first part tests high school mathematics knowledge and is more difficult than the college entrance examination. The second part covers a wider range of topics, including geometry, algebra, and number theory. The questions are also more difficult and require a high level of thinking and logical ability.
After the league results are released, each province will award first, second and third prizes in the provincial competition. The outstanding first-prize winners will be selected for the provincial team and will be eligible to participate in the Mathematics Winter Camp (CMO).
The CMO selects 60 members for the national training team, and then further selects 6 top players from these 60 to form the national team to represent the country in the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO).
In this second life, She Ning hopes to make up for the regret of dying in the International Mathematical Olympiad in her previous life, join the national team to participate in the International Mathematical Olympiad, achieve good results, and win glory for the country.
Ms. He, the math Olympiad teacher, arrived at the classroom soon after. Seeing that She Ning was working on a problem, she stood quietly behind She Ning for a while. She observed that She Ning's problem-solving approach was clear and her materials were very professional. She couldn't help but nod slightly.
Without disturbing She Ning, Teacher He returned to her seat at the podium and began preparing for today's lesson.
For a moment, the classroom was quiet, with only the scratching sound of pens gliding across draft paper.
"Shhh."
Director Xia was standing at the door when Teacher He spotted her immediately. He stood up, about to ask what brought her here, but Director Xia stopped him by putting her finger to her lips. Understanding her meaning, Director He sat back down and continued with her work.
Director Xia waited quietly at the door until she saw She Ning finish a question and turn the page of the document before gently knocking on the door and calling out.
"Ah Ning, come out here for a moment."
Having just finished proving a geometry problem, She Ning was still pondering whether there was another way to prove that opposite angles of an inscribed quadrilateral are supplementary when she heard Xia Qiuxia's voice. She looked up and was slightly startled, her face still showing a hint of bewilderment.
"Director Xia." After realizing what was happening, she immediately put down her pen and walked out of the classroom.
Xia Qiuxia nodded to Teacher He, who was looking over, and led She Ning to the end of the corridor, where it was quiet and not many people came.
"Ah Ning, the school recently received a notice that there is a rather important event in the city, and each school needs to send a student representative to speak. I've thought about it for a long time, and in terms of both grades and abilities, you are the most suitable. I've put your name on the list and arranged for you to represent the school and speak. What do you think?"
Director Xia stopped and turned to look at She Ning, gently discussing the matter with her.
She knew that She Ning didn't like participating in those activities, but the principal had given a strict order to find someone to represent the group, and She Ning's name was almost chosen.
Excellent grades, strong communication skills, outstanding leadership and organizational abilities, as well as boldness, meticulousness, stage fright, and quick reflexes—no one but She Ning meets all these requirements.
She couldn't just refuse the principal without doing anything, so she went through the proper procedures to ask She Ning's opinion and see if it was okay, so she could give the principal an answer later.
"I know you don't like these kinds of occasions, but this event is highly valued by the school. It's a city-wide student leadership summit hosted by the No. 1 Middle School, a very high-level event, and leaders from the Education Bureau will also be attending. Honestly, this is actually a great opportunity for you to develop yourself."
"However, if you really don't want to go, the teacher can help you turn it down."
The event was held at the No. 1 Middle School in the city, which is more than two hours away from the town. She hadn't forgotten how She Ning had suffered from motion sickness when she went to the No. 4 Middle School for the preliminary round of the Olympiad.
If She Ning didn't want to go, she would reason with the principal and get She Ning to cancel the appointment.
“Director Xia, I can do it.” Looking directly into Director Xia’s eyes, She Ning said earnestly, “Just as you said, this opportunity is rare. You’ve been so considerate of me, and I don’t want to let this opportunity down.”
"Don't force yourself. If you don't want to go, I can help you cancel." Director Xia quickly added, worried that She Ning was only agreeing reluctantly to avoid putting her in a difficult position.
The principal isn't an unreasonable person, and she still has influence with him, so she doesn't need to compromise.
"No, no, I'm willing." She Ning quickly replied, afraid that she might misunderstand. "This activity focuses on cultivating students' various abilities, and it is my honor to have such an opportunity to learn."
"That's good. I have faith in your abilities. Since you're willing to go, I'm not worried. If you need any help, just let me know, and I'll do my best to accommodate you."
Hearing She Ning's answer, Xia Qiuxia smiled and patted her shoulder with satisfaction. She continued, "This event is a rare opportunity. It's not only a chance to improve yourself, but also a chance to showcase your abilities. Make the most of it and good luck!"
"Director Xia, I will do my best." She Ning nodded, her fair face beaming with confidence. "I will not let you or the school down."
"Good girl, go on, continue your studies." After telling She Ning the time and place for the activity sign-in, Director Xia was satisfied and pleased as she returned to the classroom.
She needs to submit a list to get the activity pass, and she'll give it to She Ning in a couple of days.
She Ning said goodbye to Director Xia and slowly walked towards the classroom. As she walked, she glanced at the system's task interface. Just now, when she agreed to attend the city-wide student leadership summit, the system task popped up.
[Those who deliver a speech at the citywide student leadership summit and receive an award for excellence will be rewarded with one chance to open a blind box.]
Putting aside the chance to open blind boxes, she needs to prepare her speech carefully for the sake of the school's honor.
When Wang Weiwei returned to the Olympiad class, the other students had already finished class and were sitting in their seats. When she saw She Ning appear at the door, Wang Weiwei smiled broadly, bent down and hid behind her deskmate in the front row, secretly waving at her.
"Wang Weiwei, listen carefully." On the podium, Teacher He, who could see her little movements clearly, tapped her with her finger holding the yellow chalk.
Wang Weiwei immediately sat up straight, pinched her right index finger and thumb together, and slid them towards her mouth, making a zipping motion to close her mouth.
Seeing her lively and mischievous appearance, Teacher He shook her head, checked the course progress, announced a ten-minute break, and then nodded to She Ning at the door, signaling her to come in.
"Ah Ning, let's stick it on~" As soon as She Ning sat down, a pendant appeared on her body.
Wang Weiwei held her arms tightly with both hands, tilted her head to her shoulder, and scrutinized her with piercing eyes.
In just a few days, her deskmate had grown up quite a bit. With bright eyes and white teeth, beautiful eyebrows and delicate features, her overall image was fresh and refined. As someone who appreciates good looks, she couldn't help but touch her, feeling the smooth and warm texture of her skin.
Oh my god, her deskmate is so good-looking!
"Wang Weiwei, act normal." Lin Qian, who was sitting in the middle, couldn't stand it anymore. She frowned slightly, reached out and tugged at Wang Weiwei, saying, "You're hugging too tightly, Aning is uncomfortable."
Wang Weiwei then realized that her actions were inappropriate, and she let go of his hand somewhat embarrassedly.
She Ning looked at Lin Qian, surprised by her thoughtfulness. Wang Weiwei was holding her, and she was a little uncomfortable, but she didn't show it. Lin Qian had noticed it keenly.
Upon hearing Lin Qian's words, everyone looked down and, sure enough, there were two red marks on She Ning's fair arm.
"Ah Ning, I'm sorry, I didn't mean to." Looking at the red marks left on her skin, Wang Weiwei said guiltily with pitiful puppy eyes.
"It's okay, it doesn't hurt. It's just that my skin is quite sensitive and easily leaves marks," She Ning patted her hand, gently reassuring her.
After hearing this, Wang Weiwei hugged She Ning tightly, nuzzled her, and said coquettishly, "A Ning, how can you be so good to me?"
She Ning hugged her and gently patted her back to comfort her. At the same time, she turned her head to look to the side and met Lin Qian's eyes. She Ning silently thanked her.
Seeing this, Lin Qian coughed lightly and looked around, avoiding eye contact.
Although their relationship has improved considerably, she still feels a bit awkward due to her aloofness.
"Wow, Xiaoqian, why are your ears red?" After discussing the questions with her classmate, He Xiaoyan turned around and saw her deskmate's unusual ears. She covered her mouth and exclaimed softly.
Lin Qian is tall and slender with fair skin. Her small, delicate ears, revealed by her twin ponytails, stand out against the striking red background.
"It's too hot." Lin Qian straightened up, fanned herself with her hand, and said in a serious tone.
"Really?" He Xiaoyan looked at her classmates wearing light jackets, somewhat puzzled. Although the weather had warmed up, it was still a bit chilly in the morning.
"Hmm." Lin Qian replied, focused on the exam paper on the table.
"It seems a bit hot." After looking around, He Xiaoyan muttered to herself. She didn't know if it was just her imagination, but she reached out the window and quietly checked the temperature for a while before finally taking off her light jacket and hanging it on the back of the chair.
Having witnessed the entire process, She Ning's eyes held a barely perceptible smile. How adorable they are! Damn it, she could barely suppress the smile playing on her lips.
The ten-minute break passed quickly. When Ms. He returned, everyone quieted down and listened attentively as she explained the test paper assigned in the previous class. She was knowledgeable, highly skilled, had a very interesting teaching style, and was easy to get along with.
Before we knew it, 45 minutes had passed. After Teacher He assigned the test paper homework for the next class, everyone was free to do as they pleased.
Wang Weiwei and her classmates live on campus. After their math Olympiad class, they don't have enough time to run back and forth between the dormitory and the classroom during lunch break. They usually rest by lying on their desks in the classroom with their eyes closed.
Since She Ning was here today, they didn't rest. They quickly asked She Ning a few questions they didn't understand, then treated her to soft drinks as a thank you, and escorted her out of the school gate.
"The little squirrel's injuries are healing well, and I should be able to bring it back for you to see next week." Having almost forgotten about it, She Ning stood in front of the gate and said to Wang Weiwei and He Xiaoyan inside.
"Wow, that's great! It was definitely the right decision to ask you for help, Aning!" Wang Weiwei excitedly patted Lin Qian's shoulder, her eyes full of anticipation.
Lin Qian gave She Ning a thumbs up.
"Thank you." He Xiaoyan also showed a grateful expression. She has loved small animals since she was a child, but her family has never allowed her to keep one. A few days ago, seeing that the little squirrel's condition was getting worse and worse, she almost cried.
They treated the squirrel for several days, but its condition only worsened. Its wounds became infected, it became lethargic, and it couldn't even open its eyes. They were almost ready to give up hope when Wang Weiwei mentioned that She Ning had previously treated small animals. Desperate, they skipped class for the first time to stop She Ning.
It's fortunate that they took action; otherwise, that little guy might really be gone.
"Yes, I remember you have a holiday this week. If you'd like, you're welcome to come to my house to see how the little squirrel is doing beforehand," She Ning said with a smile. "We live near the sea, so I can take you to the beach together."
She Ning remembered the books and materials that Wang Weiwei had brought to her when she dropped out of school. She had always wanted to find an opportunity to cook a meal for them herself to thank them for their care.
"Do you want to come?" She Ning looked at them expectantly.
"Come on!" Wang Weiwei was the first to respond, her eyes lighting up. "I haven't been to the beach in ages! I heard there are tons of seafood to collect on the beaches now!"
Hearing this, He Xiaoyan and Lin Qian exchanged a glance, then smiled and replied, "Thank you, then we'll trouble you."
Having received a clear answer, She Ning waved her hand and smiled, "Don't be so polite, we're all friends, so it's settled then. I'll be waiting for you at home this Saturday morning at eight o'clock."
“Okay! See you Saturday morning!” Wang Weiwei and the others replied in unison.
After saying goodbye to Wang Weiwei and the others, She Ning rushed to She Family Restaurant. Last night before going to bed, She Hongmei returned from the Ludongshan Chicken Farm and said that Aunt Guan would come to the store today to check on the agency personnel.
When we parted this morning, She Hongmei reminded her that if things at the school were finished soon, she should come to the store to listen in.
After rushing for a while, she finally arrived at the restaurant. Instead of meeting She Hongmei and Aunt Guan to discuss something, She Ning encountered someone who came to cause trouble at the restaurant.
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