39: Chapter 39: Ensuring All Expectations Are Not Delayed

Speaking of Moutai, it is a rather sad story.

Back when Lingshan No. 1 High School first began selecting excellent teachers from high schools across the county, the vigorous Han Changming relied on his hard work to break into this supreme hall of learning in one go.

On the day he started working at the best high school in the city, his friends and family celebrated his success. He pointed to a case of Moutai he had collected for many years and said:

"From now on, for every student I teach who gets into Qingbei University, I will take out a bottle and treat everyone to a drink."

That liquor was a fine vintage he had kept for many years, totaling only six bottles. At the time, someone teased him: "Oh, I'm afraid this case won't be enough. Given Old Han's ability, you might finish it off in a year or two."

"Exactly. Old Han going to The First High School is like a bird taking to the vast sky or a fish leaping into the open sea. You might end up teaching a dozen or twenty students who get into Qingbei University, with your students spread all across the world."

Everyone drank and joined in the chorus of flattery, and Han Changming lost himself amidst the endless praise and congratulations.

He even worried about this for a while, wondering what he would do if he really taught that many Qingbei University students. He even contemplated whether he should spend a lot of money to get another two cases to keep in reserve.

Later, it turned out that he had completely overthought it.

Looking across the entire Lingshan No. 1 High School, in its hundred-year history, it really hadn't produced many Qingbei University students.

Those school prodigies were rare and hard to come by.

Sometimes there was one a year, sometimes none at all, and even if there was one, you couldn't guarantee they would be in your class.

So, after much winding and turning, Han Changming had been sharpening his sword at The First High School for over twenty years, and only two Qingbei University students had come from his hands.

Now, Zhao Qingyan naturally counted as one, so that meant one bottle of liquor would be gone.

But what about the remaining three bottles?

Seeing as he would retire after teaching at most one more cohort, it was almost certain they wouldn't be drunk.

This was truly a sad story.

The past cannot be chased, layer upon layer of longing turns to ash.

Han Changming was lost in thought. Seeing that everyone didn't believe what he said, he pointed to a few subject teachers and said gloomily: "I won't talk about those who haven't taught Class 6, but you guys don't believe me either?"

"Uh, well, if you said he could get into a 985 university, I'd believe it, but a top-ten 985? That's too far-fetched..."

The subject teachers shook their heads in unison. Only Liang Yuting suddenly stood up and nodded firmly in support: "Teacher Han, I believe you!"

"Xiao Liang, it's one thing for Old Han to let his youthful spirit run wild, but why are you joining in the teasing?" Director Lu said, unable to laugh or cry.

"I'm not teasing. During this time, I have truly seen Shen Weiyue's resilience and potential. You only know that he scored 138 in English during Mock Exam 2, but in fact, over the last month or so, he has improved even more."

Facing the skeptical gazes, Liang Yuting said resolutely: "I completely believe that Shen Weiyue can score over 140."

"That's right. That kid has also improved a lot in math. With Zhao Qingyan's help, he has the ability to score over 140. You don't understand Zhao Qingyan's math level as deeply as I do; she is a genius among geniuses, and she even teaches better than I do."

Having received Liang Yuting's support, Han Changming began to speak more loudly.

"Teacher Gao, you teach Chinese. Tell me, how is his Chinese?"

"As stable as ever. Isn't Chinese the subject that kid has been best at these past few years?" Teacher Gao replied with a smile.

"Then Teacher Qi, Teacher Luo, and Teacher Du, you have the most direct experience with the three science subjects. What do you think?"

"Physics is better than before."

"Chemistry has improved quite a bit."

"Biology has indeed improved tremendously. It used to be his worst, but now it's pulled up by at least twenty points."

After the teachers tallied this up, they suddenly looked at each other, then focused their gazes on Han Changming, asking suspiciously: "So, it's actually possible?"

"I think it's very possible. Whether it succeeds or not depends on this third mock exam. If the results of the third mock exam are stable and improving, then there is great hope."

Han Changming pounded the table confidently and smiled narrowly at Director Lu: "Old Lu, the bet is set. Just wait for the good news."

"Well played, Old Demon Han. You've been secretly hiding a powerful weapon. You old schemer."

"Damn it, Class 6 is getting a huge bargain this time. They've secured one Qingbei University spot and have hope for three top-ten 985s. Old Han is getting a sweet deal."

"It might not go as you wish. We'll only know after the exam. Maybe my Class 2 will emerge suddenly?"

The teachers from other classes teased and joked, and the conference room became noisy.

Liang Yuting looked through the window toward the location of Class 6, clenching her fists to cheer him on silently: "Shen Weiyue, so many people don't think highly of you, you must make me proud."

...

The next day.

The simulated atmosphere of the College Entrance Exam made people's adrenaline soar.

The senior students all looked solemn, entering the shuffled exam rooms on time according to their exam numbers.

Shen Weiyue had prepared himself mentally and even felt a faint sense of anticipation.

He also wanted to know to what extent his current ability could reach.

The first subject, Chinese, was his specialty; Shen Weiyue found it almost effortless, and he completed the essay in one go without a single edit.

He was even able to hand in his paper more than ten minutes early, which was just incredibly WTF.

However, to avoid messing with other people's mindset, Director Shen sat in his seat and closed his eyes to rest, which made Zhao the Fox in the same classroom want to smash his head in.

This Stupid Donkey was too arrogant.

The math exam in the afternoon increased in intensity. When Shen Weiyue reached the answering section, he pondered deeply and scratched his ears and cheeks. This time, Zhao the Fox, who had finished early, was satisfied.

A Stupid Donkey is a good donkey.

However, she was happy for a short while before becoming worried again. After all, it was a donkey she had taught herself. If it really bombed the exam, wouldn't that ruin the reputation of the Queen of Math?

Fortunately, after pausing for a long while, the donkey finally continued writing, and looking at those eyes, there was a sense of clarity as if he had suddenly realized something. It was estimated that it wouldn't be too bad.

When the bell rang for paper collection, the whole classroom was sighing. Zhao Qingyan waited outside for a while, and seeing Shen Weiyue come out, she asked: "How was it?"

"Pretty good." Director Shen was a man of few words.

"Oh." Zhao the Fox flicked her ponytail and walked away gracefully, seemingly very satisfied.

During the science comprehensive and English mock exams on the second day, Shen Weiyue passed through without any danger, so much so that when he walked out of the classroom after the exam in the afternoon, he was still muttering to himself:

Was this exam too easy? Or had his ability improved too much?

After finishing all six subjects, it seemed like he hadn't left any blanks.

Forget it, just wait for the results.

This Saturday, Shen Weiyue was going to Liang Yuting's house for tutoring as usual.

"Xiao Shen, you know where the spare key to my house is, so you go ahead... Oh no, if you have things to do, you can go play on your own. All the teachers are working overtime to grade papers today, and I estimate I won't be home until tonight."

Liang Yuting sent him a message, treating him as if he were family.

Shen Weiyue didn't plan to find a place to kill time. The beautiful teacher was helping him study like this, so why not repay her with a delicious dinner?

"Okay, then let me know when you are about to finish."

He replied to the message and headed straight to the residential complex. He opened the door to Liang Yuting's house with familiarity, entered, and selected ingredients from the refrigerator to prepare.

After everything was ready, he went to the Restroom to take a leak, only to suddenly discover that there were still unwashed clothes in the laundry basket.

"This... should I just go all the way and be a good person?"