The Fat Wife of the 1980s Awakens

In her eyes, the college entrance examination is more of a quick way to return to the bustling city life as soon as possible, adding a touch of color to the daily mediocrity. Perhaps one day in the future, it can also become a shining badge to demonstrate her social status.

When it comes to choosing a major, it is not actually the first thing she considers.

However, when she saw Dabao's serious expression, Xu Xiufang's determination softened quietly.

Children have to grow up eventually. They must learn to spread their wings and face the ups and downs of life independently.

She replied softly, “Okay, then I’ll apply for economics!”

As soon as she finished speaking, a brilliant smile broke out on Dabao's face. That smile was gentle and a little shy, just like the warmest sunshine in spring, shining directly into the softest place in the heart of Xu Xiufang, the old mother, and making her feel indescribable emotion.

However, Dabao's brows knitted again, revealing a trace of worry: "Mom, what if I don't pass the exam?"

In the past, he had focused all his attention on the junior class, and had not conducted comprehensive and systematic review and preparation for the upcoming college entrance examination...

Upon hearing this, Xu Xiufang immediately looked at Dabao with encouraging eyes and said softly, "As long as you can take every question seriously, with your level, there will be absolutely no problem."

Then she changed the subject and boasted with a bit of pride, "Of course, if you want to surpass mom's results, you may need to work harder!"

Hearing this, Dabao nodded solemnly, "That's true. Mom is always the best. I'll have to work harder if I want to surpass her!"

These words made Xu Xiufang burst out laughing. She knew that Dabao's words were sincere and meant to reassure her. This child was always so considerate and knew how to make his mother laugh.

In contrast, if it were Erbao, he might make fun of her for her love of face!

The next day was the day to fill in the application form. Although Xu Xiufang firmly believed that with Dabao's ability, there was no suspense in entering Beijing University, she still decided to check the answers to the test questions with Dabao the night before to ensure that there were no mistakes.

Both mother and son are science students, and their answers to subjects such as mathematics, physics, and chemistry are not much different. As for highly subjective subjects such as Chinese and politics, even if the expressions are different, the core ideas are almost the same.

If everything goes well, victory is almost certain!

Early in the morning of the next day, before the sky was completely bright, Xu Xiufang accompanied Dabao to the county town, picked up the volunteer form, and quickly filled it out and submitted it.

After completing all this, the two returned to the guesthouse where they were temporarily staying.

Dabao's decision to give up the invitation from USTC meant that Xu Xiufang needed to explain the reason to the enthusiastic teacher Jin.

At this moment, a conversation about dreams, choices and responsibilities is quietly beginning...

Xu Xiufang's eyes revealed a trace of helplessness, and she sighed softly: "...Indeed, I asked you to be straightforward, and this is the decision we made after countless days and nights of careful consideration - Kailin will not consider the University of Science and Technology."

These words were like a stone thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples.

Upon hearing this, Teacher Jiang felt the subtle criticism in the words and frowned slightly. He was trying to find an appropriate response that would both safeguard his own position and take the other party's feelings into consideration.

"Okay, then tomorrow we will...what?"

Teacher Jiang's thoughts were suddenly struck by an electric current. He looked up suddenly, his eyes full of astonishment and disbelief.

This sudden turn of events was difficult for him to digest for a while.

Dabao, who was standing by, finally couldn't bear it any longer. With a determined look in his clear eyes, he broke the silence by speaking directly: "Teacher Jiang, what my mom said is true. The application we filled out is really not for a university of science and technology!"

There was unquestionable firmness in his tone.

Teacher Jiang and Teacher Jin looked at each other, their expressions seemed to say: "How is this possible?"

Teacher Jiang's face gradually darkened, and his tone was mixed with anxiety and disbelief: "Do you know what you are saying? If you do this, you are destroying your own future with your own hands!"

Xu Xiufang's face also became slightly solemn. Although her voice was not harsh, it revealed a firmness that could not be refuted: "Teacher Jiang, if Kailin goes to you to study physics, which he is completely uninterested in and even rejects, then he will really destroy his future!"

Facing Xu Xiufang's question, Teacher Jiang was speechless for a moment, his chest heaving, obviously aroused: "...That's for the needs of the country!"

Xu Xiufang did not back down and said with a powerful voice: "I am also doing this for the country! You are pursuing the advancement of the country through science and technology, and I am concerned about ensuring the health of the people. The two complement each other and jointly support the future of the country. Isn't that great?"

Physics promotes the development of science and technology, and pharmacy protects people's health. The prosperity of the country cannot be separated from either one.

The key lies in personal interests and strengths.

Teacher Jiang was left speechless by Xu Xiufang's words. He stared at Xu Xiufang with a complicated look, and finally could only reluctantly swallow the words that were about to come out of his mouth.

"Okay, okay."

Teacher Jin finally recovered from his shock. He realized that the most important thing right now was to retain Xie Kailin, a talent, rather than arguing about the choice of major. "Then let Kailin study pharmacy, which he really loves. Our school also has pharmacy-related majors."

Xu Xiufang's expression softened slightly, but she politely declined: "Thank you for your understanding, Teacher Jin. However, our decision has been made. We will not go to the University of Science and Technology."

In her mind, in addition to considering the possible changes that Teacher Jiang's attitude might bring, she was also carefully considering the future development of her child.

Once you enter college, the changes may be difficult to reverse.

Teacher Jin tried to smooth things over, but was interrupted by Xu Xiufang. Xu Xiufang knew that Teacher Jiang was sincere to the country, so she didn't really care, but she stood firm: "Kailin's decision not to go to the University of Science and Technology was based on comprehensive considerations, not an emotional decision."

Teacher Jin was confused and hesitated to speak, wondering in his heart, since he was willing to let Xie Kailin study what he loved, why did he still refuse the University of Science and Technology?

Xu Xiufang saw through his thoughts and decided not to beat around the bush. She explained frankly: "We originally wanted to let Kailin enter the junior class because there are like-minded friends there and the atmosphere is better. But Professor Jiang mentioned before that the pharmacy department of HKUST is not the best in the country, so we thought, why not let Kailin go to a school with better pharmacy education?"

Upon hearing this, Teacher Jin's expression became complicated.

If the rejection was due to physics, they could still try to make up for it, but this was about pharmacy...this path was almost completely blocked.

After all, it is indisputable that their school's pharmacy is still far from the top level.

"So, which school do you plan to send Kailin to?"

Teacher Jin asked eagerly.