Chapter 103 Registration 1
Isn't that Li Yongmei? Why isn't He Xinyi hanging out with Sun Chuanfang now? They're just jumping out now, relying on their numbers to bully Su Tao, right?
Su Tao looked at Li Yongmei with disdain and said coldly, "I gave Hu Xiao the suit. I only have three sets: one for Hu Xiao, one for He Chuan, and one for myself. That's all."
Su Tao approached Li Yongmei step by step, putting pressure on her with all his anger. "Don't tell me I don't have any. Even if I did, I wouldn't give it to you. What's the matter? I can give my things to anyone I want. Do you think those books are rotten cabbages? They're everywhere on the street. How many sets of such precious things can I have? Why should I give them to you?"
Li Yongmei gritted her teeth in anger, pointing at Su Tao with a trembling finger and saying, "You have no sense of organization and camaraderie at all. Someone like He Chuan doesn't need a set of books. There's no way he'll pass the exam. You're wasting it."
"The organization told me that we must treat the enemy seriously and strike hard. Also, tell me clearly what kind of person He Chuan is. The leader said that anyone can apply, regardless of wealth, status, or social status. Are you questioning the leader's words?" Su Tao's eyes were sharp and his words were fiery.
"You~you~" Li Yongmei was so angry at Su Tao that she couldn't speak clearly. Finally, she snorted coldly and turned away.
When Sun Chuanfang saw his allies leaving, his eyes flickered a few times. He thought that if he stayed any longer, he would suffer a loss, so he quickly retreated and disappeared into the crowd.
Su Tao felt a little better after watching the two of them leave in a panic like wolves with their tails between their legs.
He turned to the remaining educated youth and said, "I really don't have any books, but I know where to find them. You can go to the printing house in the county town and see if you can buy some there."
The educated youth were disheartened when they heard that Su Tao had run out of books, but suddenly, as if the clouds had cleared and the sun had broken, they were greeted with a ray of hope. "Really? Are they sold at the county printing house?"
Su Tao nodded with a smile. Even if she didn't tell them, they would have known about it in due course. The printing house had printed so many books in advance, so they were sure to sell like hotcakes. It was only a matter of time. Su Tao had simply informed them ahead of time, and it was a favor to her.
"Thank you. We will leave now without disturbing you." The educated youths all dispersed and hurried to the county town to buy books.
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As soon as the news of the Gaokao exam was announced, the printing factory's books were in short supply and sold out instantly. The workshop was working overtime every day to print. Director Li was grinning from ear to ear every day. He was even praised by his superiors for his organization and foresight, and he figured a promotion was not far off.
That day, all the educated youth who had heard the news about Su Tao rushed to buy books. However, Sun Chuanfang and Li Yongmei, who had heard the news later, had just sold out their batch of books at the printing factory. The next batch wouldn't be out for another week. Both of them were chagrined. Time was already running out before the Gaokao, and they had already started reviewing a week later than everyone else, thus losing out right at the starting line. They were filled with resentment towards Su Tao.
Ever since news of the Gaokao broke, the entire village had been engulfed in a feverish atmosphere of learning. On country roads, in forests and fields, everywhere, one could see people studying. The educated youth worked even harder, and in the spare time they had, they devoted themselves to reading books without sleep or food.
In the past, the village was pitch black early in the evening. Without entertainment, everyone went to bed early and got up early. Now, it is often late at night when every household still lights oil lamps to study, and the whole village is brightly lit.
Su Tao and Hu Xiao also began to study intensively. Hu Xiao simply moved to He Chuan's house and slept in the same room with Su Tao. The two of them reviewed every day until late at night before turning off the lights.
After the news of the Gaokao broke, people kept coming to the village to inquire about the registration requirements, methods, and procedures. The village head and the Party Secretary were like ants on a hot pan, sweating profusely with anxiety. The document had been announced, but it hadn't been distributed yet. To this end, the Party Secretary of the village even went to the county admissions office to obtain the "Opinions on College Enrollment" and brought it back to explain it to everyone.
A few days later, He Chuan finally came back. Su Tao happily threw himself into He Chuan's arms and said, "You're back? Did you hear that the G test results have been restored?"
"Yeah." The man nodded with a smile.
"I won't go out this time. I just asked for leave from the transportation team. During this time, I will stay at home and review with you." He Chuan hugged Su Tao and said softly.
"Really? That's too late." Su Tao was delighted. He was worried that He Chuan would have no time to review if he had to go out again, and what if he couldn't control his driving time and couldn't make it in time for the college entrance examination?
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