enging Wang Haoran's authority, Xue Yiyang naturally no longer had to be overly cautious in school; his personality gradually became more resilient.Following the strong forces of Zhang Xi and Li Ai, S...Volume 3: Go to That Distant Place Chapter 83: I Don't Want To Go

"Throughout my life, what's so bad about me Travelling aimlessly without direction, doing research solely relying on my photographic memory. This speech was heard during the summer inspection last year by the Sea of Autumn. At that time, I felt it was quite novel, without empty theories or cliches, simplifying complexity into simplicity with humor and jokes, yet still maintaining an optimistic attitude. It made me feel more open-minded in many previously troubled areas. Sometimes I think... why be so stubborn It's better to be as broad-minded as the younger generation." Chu Zimiao shook his head; it was rare for him to show this side of himself. Looking at Su Can's expression, everyone found it increasingly inconceivable.

"It came from Su Can" Mu Xuan turned around and looked at the flowers and young man, but her mood seemed indeterminate. Life is like many trains colliding, even though there was no clear direction to their collision.

The middle-aged women present had different reactions; some were carefully evaluating while others remained indifferent, all because they had little interest in this topic.

At that moment, the middle-aged men at the table began to have a certain impression of Su Can, expressing appreciation and praise for him. Some middle-aged men even taught their children to take Su Can as an example. Su Can thought to himself that it was only because Chu Zimiao, someone with such status, had said this that people didn't see the surface crudeness but rather found it profound and praiseworthy. Otherwise, if he were to say it out of his own mouth, who knew how many people would look down on him again. Let Fan Wei and Guo Degang forgive my deceit.

Yang Cheng's mother Zhao Yuehua and Lu Xianming's mother Zhou Rong both felt a bitter taste in their mouths; although their sons did indeed perform well at school, when it came to the city-wide speech given by Su Can in his former school during the award ceremony for provincial top students last year, wasn't Chu Zimiao right there on the stage But only he kept silent about this and instead showed favoritism towards Su Can. This made them feel rather uncomfortable inside, thinking that Chu Zimiao was truly annoying, acting like a grand scholar when in reality just an old pedant. Although they didn’t say it out loud, their faces betrayed dark expressions.

Su Can reached for a piece of green bamboo shoot with his chopsticks and accidentally hit Tang Wu's; he felt her intense gaze sweeping over him before she looked away. Tang Wu hadn't expected that after leaving Xia Hai No.1 High School, Su Can would still experience such an incident, disrupting the peaceful school life and perhaps invading more girls' dreams. Thinking of this, Tang Wu felt a destructive urge akin to when she was eight and broke her toy. However, Su Can's speech… truly was excellent.

The lighting was splendid, the environment first-rate, the dishes exquisite, and service impeccable. Yet the rather unattractive waiter served dishes back and forth in the private room, opening bottles of wine, pouring red wine, cola, and orange juice for everyone present; the atmosphere was lively.

A three-layered cake was brought out, prompting the young people present to imagine their own next birthday parties.

As the cake was about to be served, someone had to say something. The lights in the private room dimmed, and Tang's father said, "Everyone suggested that I speak a bit. Actually, there isn't much to say. Just look at my cheerful face; you can see how happy I am inside. Truly speaking, having a daughter makes me very happy. No matter how many troubles or worries I have, the moment I see my daughter, everything dissipates like smoke and fog. Her laughter is more beautiful than angelic songs in heaven’s choir, her crying even more stirring than 'La Marseillaise.' Although she doesn't seem to cry much...

The crowd laughed, and Tang Wu's eyes welled up with tears.

"I still remember the moment she was born. I suddenly felt that all these years of life seemed to be waiting for her arrival. That’s it, let’s stop here. If I talk too much, you might get annoyed!" Father Tang’s round face flushed an unhealthy pink at this moment.

Tears streamed down Tang Wu's cheeks. This was the most grand birthday celebration in years. Although she didn’t feel much of anything now, her tears were hard to stop.

Mu Xuan stepped forward gently patted her back and said, "Today is your birthday. Your father’s gift to you is this party, and your mother's gift is another surprise for you." The crowd was taken aback, wanting to know what Mu Xuan's surprise could be.

"Your principal has informed me that the exchange student program in America has started. You are one of the students representing No. 27 Middle School and Phillips Exeter Academy in a friendly exchange for three months. This will be an invaluable experience! It’s also what your mother is giving you on your birthday, the best gift."

Tang Wu stood rooted to the spot, while many people present unconsciously felt envious after realizing this news. Boys like Lu Xianming and Yang Cheng turned pale as well. This was Tang Wu's life path A different kind of life that they couldn't grasp or hold onto. Tang Wu’s birthday party ended around 9:10.

Su Can left the Fourth City Garden Restaurant with everyone else, his heart still reeling from what he had heard and seen. He wasn’t sure if their fates were undergoing some uncertain transformation because of his intervention, causing many predetermined things to change. Su Can didn’t know if he was that butterfly whose wings set off a chain reaction, but he hoped that another butterfly wouldn't be flapped across the ocean.

In the corridor, someone sighed with relief, "Oh, now that your Little Tang Wu is going to study in America, you might as well let her stay there permanently. She could settle down in a Western developed country and find herself an international husband, making quite a story!" Father Tang just laughed heartily, agreeing with everyone, while Mu Xuan had already noticed the dejected mood of Tang Wu.

Su Can was walking behind them about several meters away from her. Some people asked him questions out of admiration for his performance at the party and even requested phone numbers and home addresses; Su Can responded without much enthusiasm while his thoughts drifted far away. Tang Wu’s hand clenched tightly, her fingernails digging into her palm as if she were trying to hold on to something intensely.

Around her, people were praising, and she walked down the stairs adorned with flower arrangements, passed through the red carpet, and stepped outside.

The sky outside was already dark, streetlights lit up, and the weather was getting colder. The wind that blew by had a biting chill that ordinary clothes couldn't ward off.

Tang Wu looked up; her ponytail gently fell down as she did so. In the distance were streets, tree groves, and an even wider expanse of sky, heavy with dark clouds like those preceding an army's assembly. It seemed to seal away any attempt to penetrate through that layer of cloud cover. At least we can still shout out.

“Sorry.” Tang Wu’s voice rang out, overpowering the jeers and scornful remarks from middle-aged women. She also interrupted the men who were saying their goodbyes with something like "Next time, Mr. Tang, let's meet again…" Everyone's attention was now focused on Tang Wu.

Tang Wu felt a bit cold; she pulled her jacket tighter and looked up at Mu Xuan with a smile: “Sorry, Mom.” The words were crisp in the chilly air.

Mu Xuan's expression froze for a moment as if some kind of premonition had quietly descended like an icy front.

“When I transferred from Xia Hai, I agreed to overlook many things... Many things that you promised me. I understand your intentions… And I know how much thought and effort you put into my birthday party.”

“Before, I never asked anything of you, but today… I don't want to go; I don't want to go to America.” Tang Wu didn’t know how to say the last sentence, but she forcefully blurted it out, her small fists clenched tightly as if exerting great strength. She had never been so resolute in opposing Mu Xuan. Never before had there been such words as “I don’t want to go”.

To refuse was to face the weight of what she did not wish to bear in life; to resist was merely for the sake of confronting that overwhelming force, despite being mentally and physically exhausted.

Many around them were giving Tang Wu sideways glances. The obedient and praiseworthy Tang Wu they had been talking about suddenly speaking up had also shocked these middle-aged men and women.

Mu Xuan's pupils contracted, her tone icy cold as she said, "Why didn't you go When did you become so disobedient"

"Do you understand what you should be doing now Mom is already very tired. Don't add to my burden!"

Mu Xuan glanced at Su Can once; although there wasn't any particular sharpness in that glance, it was enough to explain many things. Tang Wu didn't want to listen to her because of him.

One middle-aged woman quickly came forward to dissuade her, "If she doesn't want to go, then let her not go, Mu姐 (Miss Mu). The high schools in China are not bad either. Besides, isn't she at No. 27 High School Didn't you used to agree with the idea of a clam being happy regardless of where it is as long as it can emit light Tang Wu is still young; going abroad right now would indeed be inconvenient."

Mu Xuan shook her head, "You don't understand. Before, Mom letting you stay alone in Xia Hai was to let you cultivate an independent personality. Such a personality will help you grow quickly. And now, I just hope that you can broaden your horizons and see the bigger world outside." Mu Xuan's gaze inadvertently swept towards Su Can, "Don't be confined by one place; during your student years, why would you give up on the opportunity to study at Phillips Exeter Academy There is more for you to learn there. Why don't you go"

"Tang Wu, I hope that you won't disappoint me!"

Su Can stepped forward at this moment and stood in front of Tang Wu, saying, "What your mom said isn’t wrong; you should go. Besides, it's only for three months."

Tang Wu looked up at Su Can with an incredulous gaze, the gentle eyes flashing with a meaning that was indescribable.

In the end, Tang Wu still got into her parents’ car and as she closed the door, Mu Xuan looked far across at Su Can from where she stood. Whether it was due to her awareness that Su Can would stand up for Tang Wu is unknown. I personally approve every page, making the first issue crucial. I even doubt my own capabilities and whether I can manage it after scaling up."I'll say this: This field seems somewhat pathological—s...