In the blink of an eye, the new exam week arrived. The class of 1978 had to complete the teaching tasks of a normal academic year in this semester, and there was really a lot to learn.
Before, when Xu Manman and Chen Ming couldn’t find an empty seat in the library, they could still find an empty classroom in the teaching building. But now that’s no longer possible, as everywhere is overcrowded.
Many people who couldn't find a place to study simply reviewed in the dormitory. The eldest and second-in-command in their dormitory did this, so no matter what Xu Manman did in the dormitory, she had to be careful and not make too much noise.
Later, Chen Ming shamelessly went to find Jin Zichu and borrowed his study room. Jin Zichu was watching the construction site in Xu's yard during the day, so this place was suitable for them to review.
Xu Manman secretly turned on the air circulation using the system control panel. While it ventilated the room, it also had a cooling effect. Combined with the shade brought by the jujube trees in the yard, it was very comfortable compared to the stuffiness in the school library and dormitory.
Moreover, you can cook directly in the kitchen here at noon and in the afternoon, and the food quality has also improved dramatically.
That afternoon, after dinner, the brother and sister took their books and worked hard in the study.
Xu Manman asked Chen Ming tentatively, "Cousin, is it okay for us not to live in the dormitory next semester?"
Chen Ming raised his head from the pile of words and phrases, "Manman, did you have a conflict with the people in the dormitory?" He thought about how he rarely saw his cousin walking with the people in the dormitory during this period of time.
Xu Manman shook her head. "That's not the reason. The house over there will definitely be finished by the summer vacation. Now that it's finished, why not just move in instead of leaving it empty?"
Chen Ming was a little hesitant. "Let's not talk about whether the school will agree. The yard over there is a bit far after all. It takes half an hour to ride a bike. If the get out of class ends late at night, it might be a bit unsafe."
"Some dormitories are far from the teaching buildings and it takes nearly 20 minutes to walk to class. Our distance is not a big deal. Besides, there are basically main roads from the school to that side. After class in the evening, we can walk together and there is no need to worry too much about safety.
As for the school, I've also asked the counselor, and if you can confirm that you have a stable place to live in Beijing and submit an application signed by your parents, the school will generally approve it."
Chen Ming looked at his cousin who was explaining to him seriously. It seemed that she had almost finished the preparations and was just waiting for his nod.
Chen Ming thought it was okay to move out. The dormitory was too small. It was okay in winter, but now that the temperature has risen, there are one or two people in the dormitory who are not very hygienic. He can't stand the smell, and they are always throwing away their pants and socks.
"But I think even if I live outside, I shouldn't give up my bed at school yet. I can still have a break if I'm tired at noon, and I'll have a place to stay if something unexpected happens at night."
Chen Ming's suggestion was reasonable, but Xu Manman had her own ideas. "There's no need to reserve a bed. Instead of living in the dormitory, I think you might as well stay at Jin Zichu's house and borrow a room like you are doing now."
Chen Ming was helpless. "Since you have made up your mind, then let's do it this way. Go back during the summer vacation to get your parents' signatures."
Xu Manman smiled with satisfaction, "Hehe, I knew that my cousin would stand by me. I'll talk to my uncle and aunt, but I'll be free these few days, so you have to talk to your counselor."
"Okay, I'll tell him when I get back later."
"Oh, by the way, we'll finish our exams in a few days, so don't rush to buy tickets. Uncle Wang wrote last time and said he would help us buy sleeper berths, so after the exams, we have to go see Uncle Wang and Uncle Zhao again."
"It should be."
The night before the exam, Xu Manman took a nap on her space, reviewed in the morning, and translated the manuscript in the afternoon.
Most of the translations she had received before were papers and magazines. This time, the translation task she received was a novel. Compared with written expression, more emphasis was placed on rhetoric and emotional expression, and the volume was large. However, the royalties were also considerable, after all, the word count was there.
Xiao Jin came over and replaced the hot tea in Xu Manman's cup. When Xu Manman finished translating, he went forward to massage her shoulders and neck.
"Manman, how about I stop working and come back during the two days of your exam to provide logistical support for you and Brother Ming."
Xu Manman smiled. "Don't you provide me with logistical support every day?"
"That's different. Exams require excessive brain strain, which consumes a lot of energy. Besides...after Manman finishes her exams and goes on summer vacation, I won't be able to see her outside for nearly two months."
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