Chapter 99 Chapter 99: Daily extra 50%
01
In her senior year of high school, Jiang Xuli successfully gained admission to Tsinghua University through a special admission program. Meanwhile, two other students mentored by Jin Ran also achieved outstanding results in the competition – Wang Shuya was successfully admitted to Peking University through a special admission program, and Lin Lele, although also winning a national first prize, ranked outside the top sixty, but ultimately gained admission to a prestigious 985 university's Strong Foundation Program based on her competition performance.
Students' achievements are a teacher's glory.
Jin Ran became a minor sensation again as a result. In the new semester, some parents even tried to use their connections to transfer their children to her class, but Jin Ran sternly rejected this attempt to pull strings.
She's very conscious of her image now; in other words, she's developed a bit of an idol complex. After all, with the title of "Mrs. of Mingji," no matter what she does, people will subconsciously associate her with Jiang Mingxu.
Such things are inevitable. Although Jin Ran felt regret, she did not feel sad.
Her and Jiang Mingxu's brilliance lies in different places. She may still be taking root and growing, but she firmly believes that one day, the name "Jin Ran" will overshadow the halo of "Jiang Mingxu".
When people mention her again at that time, it won't be because of her status as Mrs. Jiang, but because of her own "brilliance".
It's June again.
June in City A was exceptionally hot this year, which made things difficult for students taking the college entrance examination. Jin Ran could only organize a meeting for teachers to study the college entrance examination policies, examination rules, and emergency plans to ensure that everyone was familiar with the procedures. (1)
In addition, Wencheng Middle School was selected as the examination venue, so she also had to supervise the setup of the examination venue, ensure examination discipline and logistical support... She, as the dean of studies, was needed for all sorts of things, big and small.
The head of the teaching department is like a brick; you can move him wherever you need him.
But seeing the children's tense faces, after twelve years of hard study, they finally stepped into the examination hall with unwavering determination, and she felt that it was all worth it.
Jiang Xuli was admitted to university through the recommendation system and does not need to take the college entrance examination.
However, the less there is, the more one expects something. For example, he suddenly had the idea to experience what it feels like to be picked up by his parents during an exam.
After this idea came to him, his father was the first person he considered being ruled out.
It's nothing, even if his dad dared to pick him up, he wouldn't dare to come out. So when Jin Ran returned home, he deliberately lingered around the woman, his tall frame of 1.8 meters, but he deliberately hung his head and acted pitiful: "Hey, no one has ever picked me up since I was a child. Don't misunderstand, I'm not saying you have to pick me up. I know you're very busy. I'm just thinking about it. I really don't have any requests."
Jin Ran: "..."
What else could she say?
Thinking about it carefully, Jiang Xuli rarely made demands. Unlike other rich second-generation heirs who had grown up in luxury, he was very independent. The only rebellious thing he had ever done was take her riding motorcycles.
As a result, he was caught red-handed by the police and received half a day of education at the police station.
Thinking of this, Jin Ran's heart softened. What was the big deal about taking the exam? Take it! Who cares if he's eighteen or 1.8 meters tall? If others have it, they must have it too!
Jiang Xuli coughed and glanced to the side: "I think Aunt Lin should give you a cheongsam."
"Yes, what's wrong?"
"Why don't you wear a cheongsam that day?"
Faced with Jin Ran's curious gaze, he replied confidently, though his words lacked conviction: "The qipao symbolizes a triumphant start."
superstitious!
Despite her complaints, Jin Ran still fulfilled the young man's wish by wearing a cheongsam on the day of the event. Not only that, she also held up a sunflower in her right hand, signifying her intention to win the championship.
Holding a zongzi (sticky rice dumpling) in the left hand signifies "good luck, good luck, good luck".
Finally, a horizontal banner was displayed—Congratulations to Jiang for his academic success and outstanding achievements!
Under the watchful eyes of the entire school, Jiang Xuli became the most dazzling star of his class. Even after graduation, he was secretly photographed by younger students and later became a regular on countless forums.
When I think of it, I think of that handsome senior who performed a ritual at the school gate!
02
Summer vacation trips have become an essential part of the Jiang family's summer vacation activities, though it's unclear when exactly.
This time, the destination is a resort island overseas. Compared to the sea at Yushan, this place has been specially planned as a tourist area, with clear and calm waters and a much higher safety level.
The five-star hotel we stayed at had a private beach. Opening the floor-to-ceiling windows, a salty sea breeze rushed in. It was peak tourist season, and tourists were already enjoying sunbathing on the white sand beach. Several brightly colored rubber boats floated on the sea, gently swaying with the waves.
Seeing this, Jin Ran, who had originally planned to rest for half a day, suddenly felt no pain in her back or legs and couldn't wait to open her suitcase and take out her swimsuit.
Just as she was about to change, she suddenly remembered that there was another person in the room. She couldn't help but turn her head and saw Jiang Mingxu already sitting next to the sofa, the cold light from the laptop screen reflecting his focused profile.
We must offer a moment of silence for Jiang Mingxu. Although he has been released, a whole host of Mingji's work has followed, so the man can only handle official business anytime and anywhere, utilizing all his spare time.
Jin Ran found herself unable to utter the words she was about to say.
She hesitated for a moment, then realized that their current situation was no different from that of an old married couple, and they had seen each other's appearances before. So, suppressing her shyness, she turned her back and quickly took off her clothes and changed out of her swimsuit.
He didn't notice the fleeting smile in Jiang Mingxu's eyes behind him.
The swimsuit is Mrs. Lin's new design, a modern Chinese style, with a lot of skin showing; you can see her deep cleavage when you look down.
Jin Ran blushed slightly and quickly raised her head, looking straight at herself in the mirror.
To be honest, this was the first time she had ever worn such an outfit. Jin Ran had a good figure; although she couldn't match the natural racial advantages of Europeans, she still had a slim waist and long legs, and her curves were just right, revealing a mature charm unlike anything she had seen before.
But the thought of wearing it to the beach later made me hesitate.
As I hesitated, a pair of arms wrapped around me from behind.
Jiang Mingxu had stopped working at some point and was now protecting her from behind, bending down slightly to gently rest his chin on her shoulder.
"It looks great." His voice was slightly hoarse, his warm breath brushing against her ear. "But are you going to wear this?"
Jin Ran felt his fingers gently brush against her bare back, causing a slight shiver: "Otherwise, what's the point of wearing a swimsuit? You're supposed to swim, right?"
Jiang Mingxu said with a serious expression and shamelessness, "I thought you wore it for me."
What was supposed to be a very ambiguous scene turned into a laughing fit for Jin Ran, who couldn't help but burst out laughing: "Where did you learn to be so glib?"
Jiang Mingxu thought for a moment, then decisively revealed the person behind him: "I learned it from Xiao Li."
A while ago, Jiang Xuli almost used every trick in the book to get Jin Ran to take the exam, but her father, Mo Mo, saw it all.
Jin Ran couldn't help but chuckle at the thought of Jiang Xuli's reaction after learning the truth.
She turned around, drew circles on his chest with her finger, and slightly raised the corners of her eyes: "Just looking?"
Well, being around Jiang Mingxu has made her skin thicker too.
But what's wrong with an old married couple being a little thick-skinned?
Jiang Mingxu chuckled softly, his breath brushing against her ear, his low voice causing his chest to tremble: "I'd rather... take it off myself."
"..."
So the swimming trip was abruptly canceled that day, and even though Jiang Xuli, who was equally eager to go, came to knock on the door, the two people inside did not respond.
Jiang Xuli muttered a few words, inwardly complaining that the two adults had acted on their own again, then angrily grabbed her swim ring and went off to play by herself.
When the boy saw the two again that evening, he brought up old grievances and accused them. Jin Ran, who was radiant at the time, looked at him with disdain and asked, "Jiang Xiaoli, how old are you this year?"
"Just turned eighteen, what's wrong?"
"You're eighteen, you're an adult now, stop clinging to us adults!"
Jin Ran was speechless. No one had told her that the cold and aloof stepson in the original book was actually a clingy person in private!
She wasn't even that clingy to Jiang Mingxu!
Upon hearing this, Jiang Xuli's ears burned, but she refused to admit it on the surface: "Who said that no matter how old a child is, they are still their parents' children?"
Jin Ran: "..."
She was right in saying that, but: "You can do some things for yourself, such as making friends with people your own age or learning a new skill."
“Those who go to university will naturally have time to do it.”
As if struck by a thought, the boy suddenly narrowed his eyes and looked down: "Or is it that you've got a new child and don't want the old one anymore?"
As she spoke, she couldn't help but steal a glance at her father sitting upright to the side, muttering, "Let's make this clear first, if it's a little sister, I might spoil her a bit, but if it's a brat, I'll at most let him follow me around, he won't even get a chance to ride on my neck!"
He had met his friend's younger brother, whose noise was more unbearable than cicadas in summer.
Perhaps he spoke too fluently, for Jiang Mingxu hesitated and looked at Jin Ran with suspicion.
Jin Ran paused for a full fifteen seconds before she finally understood what Jiang Xuli meant, her lips twitching: "What sister! What nonsense are you talking about!"
"Could it be a younger brother?" Jiang Xuli's interest vanished instantly. "Don't make me take care of your kids in the future!"
Jin Ran: "..."
"No!" Jin Ran's face flushed red, whether from anger or embarrassment. "I don't have a younger brother or sister! And even if I did, I wouldn't let you take care of the children! Isn't a nanny better?!"
"So you really don't?!"
"No!!!"
Later, after confirming that Jin Ran was not pregnant, Jiang Xuli looked at his father with a disappointed expression, wondering why she wasn't pregnant!
Later, Jin Ran brought up this topic again with Jiang Mingxu.
The man didn't give a perfunctory answer; instead, he thought about it seriously for a while before replying, "If I do, I'll be very happy; if I don't, I won't be sad."
“That’s true,” Jin Ran said, sitting down next to him with her chin resting on her hand. “You already have a son, Xiao Li, so you’ve already achieved your goal of having a son to support you in your old age.”
The man chuckled softly, his gaze beneath his eyelashes revealing tenderness: "I think once I reach my position and look at the money in my bank account, I won't care about raising children to support me in old age anymore."
Jin Ran, who only had a few hundred thousand yuan in her bank account, felt a pang of envy.
“And whether you believe it or not,” Jiang Mingxu remained in the same sitting posture, but Jin Ran could sense his seriousness. “I have never placed my future on my children. Everyone in this world is an independent individual. If you really think about it, the person you spend the most time with should be your partner.”
"So, rather than keeping the child by my side, I hope to have you in my future."
Like a heartfelt confession, this time Jin Ran remained silent for quite a while. Jiang Mingxu's eyes revealed regret, but he still considerately said, "You can take your time to think about the answer to this question."
“No,” Jin Ran suddenly looked up angrily, “I feel like you’re setting a trap for me.”
She explained to him, "Age-wise, I'm ten years younger than you. When you get so old you can't walk anymore, won't I be the one taking care of you?!"
Jiang Mingxu: "..."
Although he didn't mean it that way, upon closer reflection, it wasn't impossible for him to do so in the future, even if he wouldn't be willing to let her take care of him.
"Hmph, those evil capitalists!"
Jin Ran made the final decision.
Even someone as clever as Jiang Mingxu found himself at a loss when Jin Ran deliberately picked a fight.
Finally, he sighed helplessly and pulled the fuming woman into his arms: "Well, that evil capitalist has granted you a special privilege."
"What privileges?"
"The privilege of pulling my tubes."
"..."
"puff."
The woman's laughter echoed in the afternoon sunlight. Outside the window, the shadow of the sycamore tree slanted across the balcony. A gentle breeze rustled the leaves, as if applauding and cheering for this special promise.
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(1) I did some research on what the head of teaching is supposed to do.
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