Back to the 60s: The Struggle Career of a Charmed Wife

Seeing their expressions, the big man chuckled, "Big sister, don't worry. Since we'll be studying in the same law department, I'm much older than your son, so I'll definitely take good care of him."

"That's wonderful. My son is young and hasn't been away from family much, so I'm worried he might not be able to take care of himself." Given the compliment, Feng Qingxue had to respond, "By the way, my son's name is Lu Tianmao. What's your surname?"

The big man replied without hesitation, "My name is Ma Dazhuang."

Immediately, he widened his eyes, "Lu Tianmao? Lu Tianmao? The one who only lost six or four points in the national college exam? The author of 'Essential Materials for College Entrance Exam'? Oh my goodness, I don't even know what to say. My eldest son and I got into university because of your books. My son used them to study, and I learned with him. As a result, I got into Capital University, even though I randomly applied there. My score was only half of yours, but everyone back home said our Ma family must have struck good fortune."

Xibao modestly said, "I wouldn't dare take full credit. The so-called college exam materials are just gleanings from others, not solely my achievement." Read full story at noveⅼfire.net

Ma Dazhuang let go of his daughter's hand and shook hands warmly with Xibao, "No, no, little brother, you shouldn't be so modest. No matter how modest you are, you can't hide your exceptional talent. You got full marks in science! My eldest son admires you greatly. Another day, when we have time, I'd like to treat you, so he can properly toast you!"

Feng Qingxue quickly added, "My son is only sixteen. He's too young, so please don't let him drink alcohol."

"My eldest son is also sixteen this year, like me, a blind cat bumping into a dead rat. We barely passed with low scores and accepted an arrangement to enroll in the medical university over in Shanghai," Ma Dazhuang said offhandedly, revealing their good fortune.

Feng Qingxue smiled, "Without good scores, luck alone wouldn't get you into university."

"No, no, no, big sister, you don't understand." Ma Dazhuang shook his head vigorously like a rattle. "Even though my scores were low, I got into university. But there are many people who scored over a hundred points higher than me who didn't get in. I don't really know why. I heard there were people in Shanghai getting admitted with scores as low as 180, while others with over 300 weren't. Isn't that strange?"

Feng Qingxue thought for a moment and finally recalled some past memories on the topic, "The government surely has policies in place; they wouldn't let higher-scoring students be overlooked."

She remembered that it seemed like universities had expanded admissions this spring to accommodate those high-scoring students who hadn't been accepted.

As for the exact timing, she couldn't recall anymore.

Ma Dazhuang nodded, "The government certainly can't ignore it. Those who didn't get in have much higher scores than mine."

"Auntie, are you serious?"

Feng Qingxue turned to Lu Tianzhi, who had spoken, and nodded slightly, "It's likely."

Lu Tianzhi exclaimed joyfully, "That's great news. Before returning to the capital, I had heard that some students in our area with high scores hadn't been admitted. They were really frustrated, seeing lower scores get in while they didn't."

"Even if there's an expansion, not everyone can make it," Feng Qingxue said sincerely. "Rather than waiting for uncertain hope, it's better to prepare to retake the college entrance exam."

Lu Tianzhi nodded, "That's true."

Ma Dazhuang still wanted to chat with them, but it was his turn to register, so he had to pause the conversation for now.