Chapter 661: Failing the Exam Is Humiliating (Page 1/2)
Huo Junshan was extremely excited after learning about the results of his youngest son and second daughter-in-law.
Although night had fallen, he could not contain his inner joy. He hurriedly finished his dinner and could not wait to go to the home of his second son, Huo Qingyan.
When he arrived, he saw Huo Qingyan sitting in the living room, carefully holding a spoon and feeding rice porridge to his lovely little girl Huo Anyan, mouthful by mouthful.
The little guy ate with gusto, his little mouth bulging, looking very adorable.
When Song Jingjing saw her father-in-law arrive suddenly, her heart skipped a beat and she instantly became nervous.
You know, unless there is something particularly important, my father-in-law usually won’t visit you in person.
So this time my father-in-law came here so late at night, it must be that there is something important to announce.
The biggest thing this month is probably the college entrance examination results, which are key information concerning the future of the whole family.
Thinking of this, Song Jingjing's heartbeat quickened, her hands unconsciously clenched the corners of her clothes, and she waited quietly for her father-in-law to speak.
When Huo Qingyan saw his father walk into the house, he was startled for a moment, then quickly and gently handed the child in his arms to Song Jingjing, and smiled as he stood up and asked his father to sit down.
"Dad, it's so late, why did you come here specially? Did something happen at home?" As he spoke, he poured a cup of hot tea and handed it to his father.
Huo Junshan looked at Huo Qingyan, then at Song Jingjing, "Xiao Song and Qinghuan are going to take the college entrance examination. Didn't the school say they wouldn't publish their results?
Your grandfather went to the Education Bureau to retrieve their files to see how Qing Huan and Xiao Song scored in the college entrance exam..."
Huo Qingyan clenched his fists tightly, a thin layer of sweat on his forehead, and asked with a slightly trembling voice: "Dad, how many points did Jingjing get in the exam this time?"
Huo Junshan's face was solemn. After a moment's silence, he slowly said, "The total score of the four subjects is 189 points."
As soon as he finished speaking, Song Jingjing, who was standing beside him, was struck by lightning. Her already pale face instantly turned bloodless. She opened her eyes wide, her lips trembling slightly, but she couldn't utter a word.
Huo Qingyan frowned and muttered softly, "I didn't even get half the score! If this continues, I'm afraid I won't even be able to get into junior college!"
Huo Junshan nodded gravely, agreeing with his son's opinion, and continued, "Well, Xiao Song did underperform this time and didn't achieve the desired results."
After calming down a bit, Huo Qingyan asked again, "Dad, how many points did my brother get in the exam?"
Huo Junshan finally broke into a relieved smile. He straightened his back and proudly replied, "Your brother did really well! He scored 373 points, ranking in the top ten in Beijing! I think he'll receive his acceptance letter before the New Year."
Upon hearing this news, Huo Qingyan couldn't help but exclaimed, "Wow! Qinghuan is so amazing! He even managed to get into the top ten in Beijing this time! We're going to have a college student in our family! We have to celebrate!"
"Well, once your brother receives the admission letter, please invite your grandfather, uncle, fourth uncle, younger uncle, and aunt to come over for a simple meal."
Huo Junshan thought to himself that if Song Jingjing could pass the imperial examination this time, he would invite the Song family to his home to share a sumptuous banquet; but if she failed, then the matter would be left alone so as not to embarrass the Song family.
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At this moment, Song Jingjing felt as if her heart was filled with mixed feelings, and her eyes were filled with tears, as if they would burst out at any time.
However, since her father-in-law was sitting beside her, even though she was extremely sad, she did not dare to make a sound and could only hold back her tears.
After everyone finished discussing the children's college entrance examination results, Huo Junshan suddenly seemed to remember something important and turned to Huo Qingyan and said:
"Qingyan, in a few days, go and bring Zizi back. This year during the Chinese New Year, your sister-in-law will be traveling to Hai City with the children to celebrate, and even your grandfather will be going with them."
Hearing this, Huo Qingyan couldn't help but widen his eyes and asked in astonishment, "What? Grandpa is also going to Hai City with his sister-in-law to celebrate the New Year?
Why does Grandpa rely so much on my eldest brother and his wife? Could it be that my eldest brother is the only one in our family whom Grandpa loves? Grandpa is really partial.
Instead of spending New Year's Eve with my children, I went to Haishi to spend the New Year with my grandchildren."
Huo Junshan's originally calm expression instantly darkened upon hearing this. He widened his eyes and shouted angrily, "Shut up, you little bastard!"
However, Huo Qingyan was not intimidated by his father's rebuke. Instead, he stiffened his neck and continued, "Dad, please don't be angry. Grandpa is so old. How can his body handle such a long train ride?"
Besides, my eldest brother has been working in Hai City for only half a year, so he definitely won’t get a house. Where will grandpa and the others live if they move there?”
Huo Junshan frowned and replied impatiently, "You don't need to worry about these things. Your eldest brother has already arranged it. He rented a Western-style apartment in advance. The environment is quite nice."
Hearing this, Huo Qingyan's eyes lit up and he couldn't help but exclaimed in admiration: "Wow, renting a Western-style building! Big brother is really generous!"
Huo Junshan snorted and explained, "It didn't cost that much rent actually...Okay, let's not talk about this anymore. It's getting late, and I have something to do, so I have to leave first. By the way, go pick up Zizi and take her home in a few days."
You know, the college entrance examination has been over for a long time, and Qingyan's wife no longer needs to bury her head in reviewing her lessons, but she has never come to pick up the child. I really don't know what she is thinking.
Does he still want his wife to help take care of their son and daughter? His son's family has a nanny, but their family doesn't. Wouldn't this tire his wife to death?
Huo Junshan didn't even have time to drink a sip of tea, and hurriedly stood up to leave.
After his figure disappeared, Song Jingjing suddenly seemed like a different person. She stuffed her daughter in Huo Qingyan's arms and burst into tears.
Huo Qingyan was completely confused by his wife's sudden action. He asked with a puzzled look on his face, "Jingjing, what's wrong with you? My dad didn't say anything bad about you when he came over just now. Why are you crying so sadly?"
Song Jingjing sobbed and choked as she said, "Do I need a reason to cry? Is it okay for me to cry?"
Tang Xue walked out of the room holding Huo Anran. She knew why Song Jingjing was crying. It was just that she didn't get into college. It was not a big deal.
For children in their rural area, it is very good to be able to finish junior high school. Song Jingjing has attended high school, so I don’t know why she is sad.
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