education, one wouldn't expect anything different from the Lin family's daughter. It was great if their own children could befriend her, but if not, it couldn't be blamed on others; only themselves fo...Chapter 21 So Tight, So Firm

Mu Xuan put down her tea cup gently. Su Can knew how to handle the situation well. However, it was the sound of the glass bottom tapping against a hard wooden table surface that came out in the gap between Zhao Qianyu's last sentence, causing people to pay attention.

Su Cen hastily responded to Li Mu, "Auntie, I am quite comfortable with my accommodation in school dormitories. Thank you for your kindness."

Zhao Qianyu was about to speak again.

Mu Xuan looked up and smiled, saying, "Su Cen, so it means that you were directly admitted into Nan Da I haven't heard Tang Wu mention this at all."

There was no hostile atmosphere in the room. Although Zhao Qianyu maintained a smile throughout, Mu Xuan's words made her ears perk up with caution.

"Perhaps it’s because you're not interested,"

Su Cen did not blurt out this statement that could have unexpected consequences. He was also quite surprised by how Mu Xuan talked to him and then said, "Tang Wu was predestined for direct admission at school, so it's no longer a rare thing to talk about. There’s no need for her to mention it. Besides, my direct admission is only recognized by Nan Da due to being an exchange student; I can't really claim full credit."

"If you say that your direct admission is just borderline, then your luck must be too good. Among the friends in Rong Cheng who are close to me, everyone feels that this year's entrance exam for Nan Da is very difficult. The cutoff score has made many people hesitate," Li Ying looked enviously and admiringly at Su Cen.

"Not exactly, quite a few students from the 27th High School have high scores this year. There are also numerous students who can achieve such scores, but their ratio of choosing Nan Da is relatively low. If it weren’t for direct admission, if I had to take this exam honestly, I would likely exhaust most of my brain cells and need a year or two to recover," Su Cen shook his head as he analyzed.

Zhao Qianyu smiled and said, "Su Cen, you're such a good child, but you’re too modest. Obtaining the qualification for direct admission proves your abilities. In high school, why does our education emphasize the importance of liberal arts and science subjects, as well as scores in Chinese, mathematics, English, physics, chemistry, biology, politics, history Because at this stage, these represent a student's capabilities; one has to present something that proves their ability. You have already proven your abilities in other aspects, so it’s not too important on these exam-related subjects."

The mother-daughter duo of Zhao Qianyu and Li Ying combined their efforts once again to bring the conversation back to Su Cen's wife. On one side, Tang Fu felt that today's meal was far from being calm and composed. He squinted his eyes to observe Li Yan but realized that Li Yan had an amused look when watching Su Cen, seemingly appreciating him.

Tang Fu felt envious; it seemed strange for Li Yan to behave like this. No matter how you looked at it, this attitude made more sense if it were himself, not Li Yan.

Tang Fu figured out that Rong Cheng and Shanghai are quite distant from each other; both families rarely interacted, so their relationship was somewhat estranged. Even when Li Yan was in Rong Cheng back then, the relationship between them wasn't particularly harmonious, with occasional minor conflicts. The bond they shared never reached an inseparable level.

And now Tang Wei is in Shanghai, and sometimes Tang's father relies on Li Yan from the Development Commission for his own business activities.

If things really come to this, the other side wouldn't be afraid of offending just one family - the Tang Family.

The Tang and Mu families may be powerful when united, but their influence only extends within Sichuan Province. Even in Chengdu, while their administrative influence might rise, this is Shanghai where their influence would diminish significantly across different districts. In Shanghai, their presence can barely be felt. Even if they have certain industries here, Li Yan's position means he doesn't consider them a serious matter.

Fearing your background At his level, there isn't much to fear anymore. Honestly speaking, while there are a few things that might cause concern, offending someone is not one of them.

The Development Commission often deals with matters that offend others; these are real confrontations. It's too difficult to treat everyone equally - every decision made could offend interest groups and face resistance or insincere compliance.

There are many heavyweight opponents, yet recently the Shanghai Development Commission even criticized the Shanghai Audit College for unreasonable charges, clashing with the National Audit Office; they don't take such matters lightly.

Tang's father is frustrated, thinking Li Yan jumping in midway might be due to impatience. He believes their daughter’s competitiveness isn’t on par, thus wanting to bolster her chances through underhanded methods, indeed showing a gap in strength.

Mu Xuan smiled after Zhao Qianyu took over the conversation and shifted topics. "The qualification for direct admission to Nanjing University is based on your outstanding performance when both of you were exchange students at Exeter High School."

Su Cen nodded but couldn't figure out Mu Xuan's intentions.

The two studying abroad together Li Yan’s heart sank as she glanced at Mu Xuan, who returned her a smile. She smiled back; both women were graceful and elegant, though Li Yan’s appearance was slightly inferior to Mu Xuan’s charm but not lacking in grace. Now they listened quietly like spectators.

"The help you gave each other during your time in Granite State resulted in significant progress and improvement, which is commendable and heartening. It shows your maturity. Now that you're studying directly admitted at Nanjing University, both of you must remain humble, continue to improve together, and set clear goals because academic pursuits are currently the priority."

Mu Xuan's words were not startling but still impactful, a form of teaching that targeted not just Tang Wei in front of her but also Su Cen.

Su Cen and Tang Wei looked at Mu Xuan; Su Cen didn't quite believe it. Tang Wei was puzzled while Tang’s father felt invigorated—thinking his daughter's words were extraordinary despite their casual tone, hinting at much.

Li Lan, the vice president of Tang's company, was impressed, thinking that with Mu Aunt speaking like this, the other side wouldn't have any more objections.

Are you also going to study abroad together Are you also being recommended for university directly Leimu Zhao Xiaoyu's expression clearly became unnatural. How did things come to this point A while ago, she had heard from a friend in Rongcheng that a child named Su Can was pursuing Tang Wu of the Mu Xuan family, but Mu Xuan hadn't said anything about it and told her friends there was nothing going on.

However, what is being said now seems to contradict reality.

In those days in Rongcheng, many people compared their own children with Tang Wu. This kind of comparison happened without anyone intending it. Zhao Xiaoyu also thought her child was the best. After Su Can saved Lei Ying, they moved away from Rongcheng and focused solely on Su Can.

Seeing Su Can now, she felt that he was quite likable and had saved Lei Ying. In Lei Ying’s heart, it couldn’t be helped but for her to get closer to him; their parents could also facilitate the relationship… It wouldn't be a bad thing.

As for Su Can pursuing Tang Wu Now she saw that he really seemed interested in her, but so what He was just too slow.

Zhao Xiaoyu firmly believed that as long as Su Can got to know Lei Ying better, with the parents facilitating communication and hints here and there, Su Can would surely discover Lei Ying's virtues.

Without showing any inner emotions, Zhao Xiaoyu said, "Su Can, you studied at Exeter High School before and should have very good English speaking skills. I need to ask a favor of you. Lei Ying finds studying foreign languages like English difficult; she’s never been strong in this area. Auntie is counting on you to improve her level of English."

"Sure, I’ll do my best," Su Can replied reluctantly.

Mu Xuan then turned to Tang's father and asked, "How are things going with your house in Shanghai"

"We’re working on the landscaping for our community these days. We should be able to start renovations next month. My daughter, when we finish the renovations of the house you can come home to stay. I'll have everything you need prepared for you. At that point, your father might also move to Shanghai," Tang's father said.

Mu Xuan then turned back and smiled at Su Can and Tang Wu, "When you get a washing machine at home, there’s no need to wash clothes in the dormitory on weekends. It would be better if you could change your clothes frequently."

Su Can and Tang Wu were still in shock from Mu Xuan's words. What she meant was quite profound.

Mu Xuan raised her glass toward Lei Ying’s family.

Everyone else raised their glasses, each with a different expression on their face.

Li Yan coughed slightly, not very pleased. Zhao Qianyu smiled but it seemed forced and somewhat discouraged. Li Ying, on the other hand, didn't seem to show any disappointment and gave Su Can a sweet smile, then said to both Su Can and Tang Wu: "I'm glad to see you again today, hope we can continue this friendship in the future."

It's fine, he will eventually come to recognize our goodness.

Thinking this way, Mother Li, Zhao Qianyu gave a warm smile to Su Can. In fact, Su Can was moved; both Father and Mother Li had been people who deeply impacted him. Throughout his life, no one could match the trust and care they showed him in such an unfamiliar situation, even going so far as to set aside living space for him and wait for him to move in, just like his own parents would change clothes for him.

But not all the weight of life was something he could bear.

Sometimes beauty is breathtaking. Sometimes things are splendid and within reach if you simply stretch out your hand.

Yet a headstrong life always reminds us to learn how to shoulder burdens and make sacrifices.

What do we gain, yet what must we miss or lose Are they the fine wine, women, and friends that pass by in our lives

And he was still willing to persist.

Because throughout this process, Tang Wu's right hand had been tightly gripping his left hand under the table.

So tight yet so secure.

The third update of the day has arrived, thanking all brothers and sisters for your support of the grilled fish.

To those who are in front of their computers, have a good dream.

To those already asleep, good night. (To be continued) have another drink on the rooftop again"Seeing Xue Yiyang's letter, Su Can felt a pang of sadness. He had altered his life course by leaving his hometown for Rongcheng. Could these friends change the...