Previously, when Yang Shuying sent her daughter Jiang Qiaoyun to Ningzhou University, she was a little worried.
Having finally made it to the big city, and with the wheat harvest finished at home and things not too busy, she naturally hoped to stay a few more days.
When she left, she asked Jiang Xuan to arrange for that soldier to pick her up, but that damned guy refused.
It's a bit far from the tenement, and she's illiterate and doesn't know how to take the bus.
But once she arrived at Ningzhou University, she found that all her worries were unnecessary.
She was stunned by what she saw.
The weather is great today; the sky is a clear, bright blue.
The gates of Ningzhou University were wide open, with banners welcoming new students hanging on the walls.
Rows of red brick and tile-roofed teaching buildings gleam in the sunlight, surrounding the lush green campus.
The air was filled with the fragrance of locust blossoms, which was refreshing and delightful.
It truly lives up to its reputation as a prestigious comprehensive university with a long history.
Jiang Qiaoyun looked around, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.
Several student leaders, dressed in neat white shirts and dark blue trousers, stood at the school gate to welcome the new students.
They were holding signs with the names of the departments written on them.
"Mom, that's the math department."
A female student with a ponytail noticed Yang Shuying and her daughter and quickly walked over: "Excuse me, are you a freshman here to register?"
Jiang Qiaoyun nodded.
"Is it the mathematics department?"
"Yes."
"Okay, welcome! My name is Wang Juan, a sophomore majoring in mathematics. Please come this way."
Yang Shuying felt a little awkward, but Jiang Qiaoyun had already taken her hand and led her senior to that side.
In the mathematics department's reception room, several teachers were busy processing the registration for new students.
Upon seeing the documents Jiang Qiaoyun handed over, a middle-aged teacher wearing gold-rimmed glasses revealed a look of surprise: "You must be Jiang Xuan! I've heard so much about you!"
The other teachers also turned around, "Is it the student who got a perfect score in math?"
"It seems to be from the Qinshui area, right?"
Wang Xinglong adjusted his glasses and said, "Yes, that's her, the top student in the Department of Mathematics this year."
"Hello, teachers," Jiang Qiaoyun said, blushing slightly.
"Welcome, Jiang Xuan! You are truly remarkable. You are the pride of our Mathematics Department and also the pride of Ningzhou University."
At that moment, an elderly man with gray hair walked in, chest out, holding a document, looking very energetic.
"Dean Fu, you've come at the right time. This is Jiang Xuan, a freshman in our department, and this is her mother."
Fu Junting stared intently at her, making Jiang Qiaoyun's heart pound wildly.
He nodded and said, "Good, Jiang Xuan, you have achieved excellent results in the college entrance examination. Our school attaches great importance to outstanding students like you and hopes that you can thrive at Ningzhou University and become a pillar of society."
Jiang Qiaoyun said somewhat nervously, "Thank you, Dean."
Yang Shuying said, "Dean, we come from a small mountain village and there are many things we don't know. We're afraid of causing you trouble."
Fu Junting smiled and said, "Please rest assured, we will do our best to provide Jiang Xuan with assistance in all aspects. I have other matters to attend to, so please contact Professor Wang if you need any help."
Wang Xinglong poured them water and said, "Ningzhou University is one of the most famous universities in the northern region, and its mathematics department has a long history and excellent teaching tradition. The faculty here is strong and the academic atmosphere is rich. You will definitely achieve great things here."
"The Department of Mathematics has one class with 30 students. In addition, we have project collaborations with the University of Tokyo. Students who perform well in their first year can be recommended to study at the University of Tokyo."
Dongda, also known as Dongkai University, is a top-tier comprehensive research university in China, consistently ranking among the top universities nationwide.
Jiang Qiaoyun nodded, her eyes filled with anticipation.
"Is there anything else you would like to know?"
Yang Shuying's eyes darted around and she said, "Teacher, I have a question. Our harvest isn't very good, and coincidentally, we're a little worried about Jiang Xuan's university expenses. I wonder if the school can offer any assistance?"
Wang Xinglong nodded and replied, "Of course. Jiang Xuan is a key student we are focusing on developing. In addition to this entrance scholarship, we will also provide financial aid to help her complete her studies smoothly. Furthermore, she can apply for scholarships. As long as she maintains excellent grades, scholarships will not be a problem."
"Thank you, teacher. I will study hard and live up to your expectations."
Wang Xinglong nodded in satisfaction: "I believe you can do it. Our school not only values academics but also cares about students' lives. You can report any difficulties to the school, and we will do our best to help you."
Yang Shuying said with a face full of gratitude, "Thank you for your concern, teacher. It's not easy for us rural people to produce a college student. We are so grateful for the good policies of the Party and the government."
Wang Xinglong nodded: "It's quite remarkable that you've raised such an outstanding child as Jiang Xuan. By the way, have you bought your return ticket?"
"Not yet. It's too far from here, and tickets are hard to buy. I'm still thinking about where to spend the night."
“I understand. The school has also considered this. Every year at the start of the semester, we cooperate with hotels outside the school to provide temporary accommodation for parents from other places. I’ll go talk to the department leaders and get you a certificate. You can settle in for the next couple of days and take the opportunity to explore the surrounding area and experience Ningzhou.”
"So, do you want money?"
"Need not."
Yang Shuying's eyes lit up. "That's great! Thank you, teacher, thank you, school. I'm so sorry to have troubled you."
Wang Xinglong adjusted his glasses and said with a smile, "You're welcome. Our school has always emphasized humanistic care. Just let us know if you have any difficulties."
The hotel that the school partners with is right at the school gate, and the environment is quite nice.
Perhaps because many of the students admitted to Ningzhou University were local students, or perhaps to save on travel expenses, some students from other places did not have their parents accompany them. In any case, Yang Shuying did not encounter any other parents when she entered the hotel.
She touched the snow-white sheets and said, "This good university is really different. They even provide accommodation for parents. Since it's free, I'll stay a few more days."
Jiang Qiaoyun took clothes from her handbag, placed two mended thermal underwear on the bed, and said, "Mom, I don't need these two clothes anymore, you can wear them interchangeably."
"Why don't you want it anymore? I've already sewed it up."
"It's hot now, so we don't need to wear these."
Actually, what Jiang Qiaoyun was thinking was, since there was an entrance scholarship, why not buy herself two new clothes?
“I have some, you can keep it. It’s colder here in Ningzhou than where we are back home, so don’t catch a cold.”
Jiang Qiaoyun took Yang Shuying's hand and said, "Mom, why don't you go back sooner? The school only provides temporary accommodation. Staying too long will have a negative impact."
"Mom knows, don't worry, it won't be long, just two or three days."
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