22: Chapter 22 Second Mock Exam

Shen Weiyue slept blissfully for one class period, and his energy recovered quite a bit, so he started studying during the second English class.

Seeing him so self-motivated, Teacher Liang praised him highly in her heart.

A student who has goals, the drive to act, and self-discipline is actually very easy to teach.

What she admired most, however, was Shen Weiyue's self-control.

After returning from the hospital last night, she had carefully checked herself in the mirror and found nothing amiss.

Then, before going to sleep, she held up her phone to take a selfie from above; only after looking at it did she realize how seductive this silk pajama set was.

Under those circumstances, Shen Weiyue had still managed to hold onto his principles and rush her to the hospital immediately; any other man would likely have broken the law long ago.

For an eighteen-year-old boy to have such self-control, Teacher Liang believed that it was impossible for Shen Weiyue not to succeed in the future.

What was there to worry about with a student like this?

During this English class, Shen Weiyue still asked many questions, and Teacher Liang explained them with particular care, a sense of warmth radiating from within her that even she hadn't noticed.

Fortunately, no one else noticed; Zhao the Fox was a bit suspicious, but she had no proof.

Moreover, Shen Weiyue was asking for advice from all sides as usual, asking Ning Xi one moment and her the next, so there was nothing unusual to see.

Zhao Qingyan stopped overthinking it.

...

The day passed quickly in a busy and fulfilling manner.

During evening self-study, the homeroom teacher, Han Changming, announced that the third-year high school Mock Exam 2 would begin the day after tomorrow and would not be postponed again.

"Students, the time to test the learning outcomes of this stage has arrived. Mock Exam 2 will basically show a person's overall level, so you should take it seriously."

"Of course, asking you to take it seriously doesn't mean asking you to cheat. I hope this exam reflects your true level. Do not gamble on cheating; someone was caught cheating during the first mock exam."

"Besides, what's the point of cheating on a mock exam? Can you cheat on the College Entrance Exam? No, you can't, so give up those fantasies early on..."

Old Demon Han rambled on at length, but the core meaning was just one thing: take it seriously, perform to your ability, and show your best.

"Alright, evening self-study is over. Class dismissed."

The crowd scattered.

As Shen Weiyue was about to leave, Zhao Qingyan stopped him and asked, "Stupid Donkey, will you make any progress this time?"

"Of course, just look at how much sweat I've put in this past month," Shen Weiyue said, full of confidence. "And with you tutoring me, I feel like my brain is full of knowledge!"

Zhao Qingyan was very happy, thinking to herself that at least he had a conscience.

As it turned out, Shen Weiyue paused and then mentioned other names: "Besides you, there's Ning Xi, Teacher Liang, and Old Demon Han. With you all surrounding me like stars around the moon, if I don't shine bright, I might as well find a branch facing southeast and hang myself..."

This Stupid Donkey thanked everyone in a circle, almost including CCTV. Zhao Qingyan glanced at Ning Xi, who was eavesdropping, and thought to herself that she must have a good competition this time.

She wanted to see if the progress in math she tutored was greater, or if the progress in biology tutored by Ning Xi was more.

"It's good that you have confidence. If you don't make progress, I'll be embarrassed. I hope you test well; don't be ungrateful!"

"Yes, at your command, Lady Fox."

Shen Weiyue saluted, turned, and ran out the door. That bastard Ye Lingtao had already been waiting impatiently.

"Damn it, chatting every single day, haven't you had enough? I think you should just marry Zhao Qingyan and be done with it."

"Funny mud pee, if you want me dead, just say so directly. You might as well hand over the money for the funeral feast early."

"Why are you so cheap? And yet Zhao Qingyan is able to talk to a cheap person like you. Could it be that 'cheapness can overcome strength'?"

"I'll 'overcome' your sister. What about Mock Exam 2? What's your target ranking?"

"Just so-so, I'll strive to break into the top 100. How about you?"

"Me too!"

Shen Weiyue's answer made Ye Lingtao pause, and then he immediately cursed: "You're dreaming! What level are you at? You want to be as awesome as me? You were almost a total idiot in the first mock exam."

"I know you're anxious, but don't be anxious yet; there will be times later for you to be anxious."

"You cheapskate, take this punch!"

"How childish... Foshan Shadowless Kick..."

Shen Weiyue kicked Ye Lingtao and then coolly disappeared at the fork in the road.

Ye Lingtao was so angry his blood pressure skyrocketed.

This animal.

...

Shen Weiyue walked through the alley and was surprised to find Teacher Liang actually waiting for him under the streetlamp.

She was wearing a beige silk long-sleeved shirt with the hem tucked into beige wide-leg trousers, her slightly curled, wavy hair tied back; she looked elegant and intelligent.

"Teacher Liang, what's this?" Shen Weiyue asked curiously.

"I'm waiting for you." Teacher Liang waited for him to walk closer and said seriously, "Do you have confidence for this Mock Exam 2?"

"It's alright. I feel good about this month's review. It should be a big improvement over the first mock exam."

"That's good. I've been thinking, in the next stage, you need to focus on strengthening your cloze test practice; your long essays are already quite good."

"Alright, thank you, Teacher Liang."

The two chatted warmly and walked into the residential compound together, then headed toward their respective buildings.

After walking a few steps, Shen Weiyue turned back and discovered that Teacher Liang had actually turned back too.

When their eyes met, they were both stunned for a moment, then smiled at each other.

A strange feeling.

Shen Weiyue simply said, "Teacher Liang, can I add you on QQ?"

"Not right now." Teacher Liang replied subconsciously, "Wait until you finish the College Entrance Exam."

"Huh? I was just saying it would be more convenient to ask you questions about my studies..."

Shen Weiyue was puzzled; why wait until later to add a QQ?

Teacher Liang's small mouth opened slightly, and she seemed a bit stunned as well. Fortunately, it was dark at night, so her expression couldn't be seen.

"You don't need QQ to ask questions; you can come find me anytime." She quickly tried to patch things up.

"Then what if I can't find you in the office?"

"You can come to my... uh, I'm basically always in the classroom or office. If that really doesn't work, we'll always run into each other in the neighborhood. You can just ask when we meet in the morning or after school."

"Oh, okay."

Shen Weiyue nodded, then waved and went upstairs.

Teacher Liang rubbed her face, silently cursing herself for what she was thinking, and then went upstairs as well.

...

One day later.

The Lingshan County third-year high school Mock Exam 2 officially began.

The exam rooms were all shuffled, and the thirty-something classes of The First High School were dispersed to take the exam.

Shen Weiyue concentrated his energy and prepared for battle; this was the first major exam since his rebirth, and it was time to test the effectiveness of his efforts.

The first subject, Chinese, his traditional strong suit.

Shen Weiyue wrote furiously, his pen never stopping, feeling his thoughts flowing incredibly smoothly.

In the afternoon, the second subject was math.

He was surprised to find that every question felt familiar. He pushed through in one go, killing his way to the final big question, and even steadily finished the first two sub-questions.

Director Shen sighed, thinking that Zhao the Fox was truly awesome; after tutoring him for less than a month, the results were this obvious.

The next day's science comprehensive exam was slightly more strenuous, but the progress in biology was obvious, and the overall feeling was much better than before.

As for English, there was no need to say more; it was as if he were divinely assisted.

Shen Weiyue walked out of the exam hall with ease, having the illusion of controlling his own destiny.

His intuition told him that with this Mock Exam 2, he was going to be on fire.

It would even exceed everyone's expectations.