It's not easy to learn university courses on your own.
Su Yu was glad that she chose Chinese Literature as her major, as much of it required memorization and comprehension, and all she had to do was be diligent.
To make her studies go more smoothly, Su Yu not only listened attentively in class, but also spent most of her free time with the professors of each subject. She tried every means to understand the knowledge that she didn't understand when she studied on her own.
The professors quickly noticed that something was wrong with Su Yu.
Worried that Su Yu might try to do too much at once and end up achieving nothing in her studies, Professor Li and his colleagues recommended Professor Zhao, a female professor, to do ideological work with Su Yu.
After class in the afternoon, Professor Zhao called Su Yu into his office to talk.
"Su Yu, you've been learning too fast lately, which is far behind what we're covering in class. Several professors and I are worried about whether your foundation is solid enough. I remember telling you before that you must learn knowledge step by step and avoid being impatient. I don't know if you've taken that to heart."
Su Yu didn't expect the professors to discover her idea so quickly. She was planning to wait until she achieved good results in her studies and convinced the professors of her abilities before talking to them.
Hearing Professor Zhao bring it up now, she smiled sheepishly, thinking to herself, surely she didn't want to learn much and just wanted a diploma.
If she really dared to do that, the professors would definitely consider her an incorrigible piece of trash.
Su Yu took a few seconds to gather her emotions.
“Teacher Zhao, the reason I’m so anxious is because I went to the countryside during the Spring Festival.” A look of melancholy appeared on her face. “Teacher, you didn’t see it. Those people are really not doing well. During the Spring Festival, they can’t even get a full meal. I felt very sad at the time. I asked myself, what is the point of studying? Isn’t it to acquire skills in the future, serve the country loyally, and work for the benefit of the people? But I still have to wait a long time to graduate. So I thought that if I graduate as soon as possible, I can serve the people sooner.”
Professor Zhao felt quite uncomfortable after hearing Su Yu's words.
As a professor who had experienced the war years, she also had a desire to serve her country.
Otherwise, he wouldn't have returned from abroad to support domestic development.
"So that's how it is. But Su Yu, you'll still have a chance to exact your revenge in the future. You should focus on learning now so you can become a skilled professional."
"Teacher, I can't wait any longer. I'm older than everyone else, so much older... I'm destined to do less than my classmates. I can't wait. So I'd rather work harder, study diligently, and strive to graduate as soon as possible so I can start working and become a public servant. I want to use my abilities to improve people's lives, to ensure they have enough to eat and warm clothes to wear. To fulfill this belief, no matter how hard or tiring it is, I will persevere. Teacher, please believe in me, I will definitely work hard to learn all the subjects well."
"Sigh..." Professor Zhao sighed softly, unsure how to advise Su Yu. She was an ambitious student.
Moreover, the age issue raised by Su Yu cannot be ignored.
"If you study on your own, do you have a plan? Don't be impatient and end up doing useless work."
Su Yu took her study plan out of her bag and handed it to Professor Zhao.
She's a very organized person; she plans everything carefully.
Professor Zhao saw that Su Yu's study plan clearly outlined her learning schedule and how to consolidate her knowledge. He knew that Su Yu was truly determined, not just acting on a whim. He decided against offering any words of advice he had intended to give her.
This student is opinionated. The qualities she displays are different from those of ordinary students.
Since the students have aspirations, there's nothing more a teacher can do than support them.
"Su Yu, your plan is quite demanding to execute." From four in the morning to ten at night, there is basically no rest time.
Su Yu said solemnly, "I don't feel it's hard to study for the rise of China."
Looking at Su Yu's determined and excited expression, Professor Zhao felt as if he had returned to the era when the country was in ruins, when the students were just like Su Yu, with their own ambitions and ideals.
Back then, they were focused on rebuilding the country. Now, Su Yu's goal is to contribute to the development of the motherland.
This is a continuation of history, and they are their successors.
"Su Yu, I support your decision."
Upon hearing this, Su Yu looked at Professor Zhao with surprise and gratitude, "Professor, I will definitely persevere to the end. Thank you, Professor! And what about the other professors..."
“I will help you persuade them. The other professors are all reasonable people. They were young once, just like you, and they also worked hard for their country. They will understand you.”
Su Yu stood up with a smile and bowed to Professor Zhao, "Thank you, teacher!"
After leaving Professor Zhao's office, Su Yu guiltily touched her chest.
She could fabricate stories in front of others without batting an eye, but in front of these sincere old professors, she couldn't help but feel guilty.
Fortunately, what she said wasn't entirely untrue. After all, once she graduates early and starts working, she will genuinely serve the people. If she does her job well, won't a promotion and raise be a natural consequence?
Professor Zhao, on the other hand, did not doubt Su Yu's idea.
After all, Su Yu's past actions and consistent performance have proven her to be a practical and capable individual. A student like her, once she enters the workforce, will certainly not be someone who just coasts through. It's entirely possible that she has such ambitions.
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