The classmates were whispering among themselves, but this did not affect Zhang Hongmei.
She feels she doesn't have enough time right now, so she doesn't have the energy to focus on anything else.
I want to enjoy university life, but I'm really short on time.
When the bell rang, Zhang Hongmei quickly packed her books, slung her backpack over her shoulder, and prepared to leave the classroom.
Just then, a leg suddenly stretched out from the aisle in front of her. Zhang Hongmei stopped and looked at the male classmate with many freckles on his face.
"Hehe, beautiful lady from the East, this really isn't very nice of you. Don't you interact with your classmates at all?"
Zhang Hongmei looked at him calmly. "Classmate, please call me Zhang. Also, I will get to know my classmates soon, but not now. Do you have any other questions?"
Here's a piece of advice from the bottom of my heart: a gentleman would never treat a girl like that. I've always believed that the US is a country that prioritizes human rights and is a land of etiquette. Please don't let your actions tarnish my positive impression of this country.
"Heh, this little girl's got a temper. So what if she gets a stain on her record?"
"What else can we do? We are all individuals, and besides, your behavior does not represent all the people in this country."
Now I need to ask you what you want. You can waste your youth and squander your time, but I can't. I want to seize every minute to study. So, now I ask you, what do you want, student?
"I just wanted to talk to you?"
His words drew laughter from the whole class.
"Then let me tell you clearly, I refuse."
After Zhang Hongmei finished speaking, she stepped over his leg and left the classroom.
The three of them were already waiting for her, and Zeng Zhongkang and the others were almost at her classroom.
What happened?
"It's alright, let's go back. Our time is very precious, there's no need to waste it on people who don't want to do it."
“Let me give you a ride, that way it will be easier for you to talk to them,” Zeng Zhongkang said to Zhang Hongmei as he straddled the bicycle.
"Okay, I have no objection."
Throughout the journey, Cheng Guangxu asked questions and Zhang Hongmei answered them, while Cai Peilin, sitting in the back seat, listened very attentively.
When I got home, dinner was already prepared. "Mr. Zhao, please come to the study on the second floor after dinner. I have some questions I would like to ask you."
Zhao Tiancheng nodded, picked up the soup Wang Xinyi had cooked, and felt that this was what life should be like.
"By the way, Mr. Zhao, can you get your hands on a typewriter? It doesn't matter if it's not working, but the keyboard must be functional. I'd like Cheng Guangxu and Cai Peilin to familiarize themselves with the keyboard at home."
"No problem, you'll be able to see him tomorrow night."
Wang Xinyi brought out the last dish. We sat down and started eating.
Zhao Hao was eating the most happily, showering everyone with compliments. The other three ate very quickly, Zeng Zhongkang doing so out of habit. The other two, however, wanted to finish quickly so they could have more time to study.
After the meal, Wang Xinyi refused everyone's help and went to the kitchen to clean up by herself.
Zhao Tiancheng followed Zhang Hongmei upstairs.
"Mr. Zhao, is it permissible for private individuals to own firearms here?"
"Yes, so do we apply at the police station?"
"yes."
"So, does the person have to go in person?"
"It can be done by someone else, it's very simple, but you need a guarantor and a deposit of 200 yuan."
Are there any requirements regarding the origin of the firearms?
"No, we don't have that."
"Okay, please apply for me tomorrow."
"Why? What use would a girl like you have for this?"
"Let them intimidate you."
Zhao Tiancheng immediately understood what he meant. "Okay, I'll bring you the gun permit tomorrow night. Do you have a gun? Do you need me to help you prepare it?"
"Here you go, this is the two hundred deposit. I'll need you as the guarantor. Do you have a source for the gun? Is it from a legitimate channel or something else?"
"Official channels. A pistol, twenty bullets, will cost two hundred yuan."
Without hesitation, Zhang Hongmei counted out two hundred and handed it to Zhao Tiancheng. After thinking for a moment, she said, "Please wait a moment, I'll go and call Zeng Zhongkang over to see if he needs anything."
When Zeng Zhongkang learned why Zhang Hongmei had called him up, he smiled and said, "I need it too, but I'll have to borrow the money from you."
“No problem.” Zhang Hongmei counted out another four hundred and handed them to Zhao Tiancheng.
Now Zhao Tiancheng is beginning to doubt Zhang Hongmei's identity. Who exactly is this girl?
“Mr. Zhao, I don’t know who you’re in contact with in China, but I hope you won’t tell anyone about this.”
"Okay, I understand. Is there anything else?"
"No, but I'll need your help tonight to help Cheng Guangxiu and the others with their foreign language lessons."
"This is my duty," Zhao Tiancheng said, taking his leave and going downstairs. Now only Zeng Zhongkang and the other person remained in the study.
"Zhang Hongmei, what happened today?"
"There are people who harbor deep hostility towards us. Cheng Guangxu and his friend are simple-minded; they won't dwell on things even if they suffer some injustice. So I've decided that we'll handle this ourselves."
"I understand. I hope you won't hide similar things from me in the future. One of my tasks is to protect your personal safety. Please let me know in time so I can be prepared."
"Okay, I understand."
After Zeng Zhongkang left, Zhang Hongmei closed the door and entered the space.
I felt full of energy after drinking water and taking a bath.
He handed over a steamed bun, ate it, and then read Zhang Shouyi's letter for today.
He told himself he'd be busy soon and would only be able to write her a letter every day. He also said he'd bring her some sesame seed cakes and meat sauce tomorrow, as well as braised pork stewed by Aunt Li.
After reading the letter, Zhang Hongmei felt much better and wrote back to Zhang Shouyi, telling him in detail about her studies that day, the arrival of Zhao Tiancheng and his son, and the stay of Cheng Guangxu and Cai Peilin. She concluded by saying that she would be very busy in the future and not to worry if she didn't receive a reply.
Zhang Hongmei came downstairs after resting enough and saw two groups of people in the living room. Zhao Tiancheng was teaching foreign languages, and Zeng Zhongkang and Zhao Hao were discussing computers. She sat down and joined their discussion.
Wang Xinyi prepared soup and gave everyone a bowl before returning to her room.
It was past midnight when Cheng Guangxu reluctantly returned to his room. Wang Xinyi had prepared everything for them; the blankets and other items were all new.
After washing up, the two spoke in a foreign language until late at night before finally resting.
The next day, Zhang Hongmei followed Wang Xinyi to practice Tai Chi as usual, and after lunch, she read for an hour before going to school.
She remained as diligent and hardworking as ever, and the professor was observing her every move. This was a rare opportunity, and he hoped this Asian girl could seize it.
This project is lacking people who are willing to work hard like her. I chose her, and I hope there won't be any problems.
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