Rebirth in the 80s: The Scholar Wife is Cute
Chapter 444 Paving the Way

Chapter 444: Chapter 444 Paving the Way

Big Brother He was not one to beat around the bush; him saying that Ruan Yiyang was from Beijing was proof enough that the Ruan Family in Beijing was definitely not a minor household.

In her past life, she had heard of the Beijing Ruan Family but had never expected to become involved with Ruan Yiyang in any way.

So, was Big Brother He paving the way for her?

Did he have such high regard for her as to believe she could get into Beijing University?

The middle school examination results were not even out yet, and he had already planned out her university.

To say she was not moved would be a lie.

"Big Brother He, thank you."

Besides saying thank you, she truly couldn’t think of anything else she could offer in return.

At least, for the moment, she really had nothing to give back to him.

He Nan ’hmm-ed’ and gave a few calm instructions, "Li Yue will take you home in the next couple of days; prepare yourself mentally. As for Yiyang, wait until you get to Beijing to deal with that."

The Ruan Family was not like the Li Family; taking her there now might not be a good thing.

Three years later, if she went to the Ruan Family as a student of Beijing University, that would be a different story.

The Ruan Family was historically a family of scholars and always admired those who were cultured; having a sister like Mianmian would be to the Ruan Family’s credit.

"Okay," Shen Mianmian nodded, thought for a moment, and asked with a naive smile, "Big Brother He, should I prepare any gifts?"

It wouldn’t be good to go empty-handed to someone else’s house where elders are present, right?

What if Li Yue’s parents thought she had ulterior motives for getting close to Li Yue?

"It’s Li Yue who wants to acknowledge you as his sister; let him handle the procedures."

Shen Mianmian: "..."

If Li Yue heard this, would he be so angry he’d drop dead on the spot?

"Do Uncle Li and Auntie Li have any taboos?"

"Hm?"

Shen Mianmian blinked and chuckled mischievously, "It’s my first visit, and I want to leave a good impression. Uncle Li is a high school teacher; you’ve found me such a strong support, I can’t let him slip away before I even get to hold on."

Although her comprehension skills were strong now and she was making rapid progress in her studies, having an outstanding mentor was still very important.

Hearing this, He Nan smiled faintly, a gleam flickering in his eyes, and said quite earnestly, "There is something indeed."

Shen Mianmian’s eyes lit up, and she stared at him with wide eyes, waiting for his words of wisdom.

"Don’t be too modest," he stated succinctly.

She thought he had more to say, but after waiting a while, he remained silent, leaving Shen Mianmian slightly embarrassed, "Big Brother He, when did you become so humorous?"

She was so serious, waiting for his advice, and he only gave her five words?

And told her not to be too modest?

But... isn’t modesty the most basic form of courtesy in front of elders?

Surely Uncle Li wouldn’t like someone too arrogant, would he?

"What do you think a knowledgeable professor, over the age of fifty and of retirement age, but still teaching, is doing it for?" He Nan asked.

Shen Mianmian considered it earnestly, "He wants to pass on his knowledge to more people."

In a family setting like the Li’s, there was no need for Uncle Li, who was of retirement age, to work so hard for money; thus, there could be only this reason.

"What do you think is the proudest achievement for a professor?"

Shen Mianmian suddenly remembered Chen Jie’s words and immediately understood, "To teach students who surpass their teacher."

For a teacher, having students who surpass them is a lifetime honor.

"Do you understand now?" He Nan asked with raised eyebrows.

"I understand," Shen Mianmian nodded emphatically.