Chapter 111 - 108 different thoughts at the second watch of the night
Mr. Li nodded, yet he remained silent.
Li Xianglu continued, "Second, the teacher of our third brother, as well as Brother Qin, have both mentioned that university re-admissions will start soon. Although we don’t know in what form they will be conducted, it’s just a matter of time before they begin."
Seeing Grandpa Li frown, Li Xianglu hurriedly went on, "Third, Grandpa knows what is taught in the Worker, Peasant, Soldier University, right? It’s mainly about worker, peasant and encrypted military disciplines. Those who don’t excel in their studies end up moving bricks in the remote mountains. If I leave, what will you do? Do you plan to go up the mountains with me?"
After speaking and seeing Mr. Li’s expression soften a bit, she continued, "Fourth, it’s related to the first point. The current situation is unstable. The cities I would go to for university are just a few major cities. Do you really think I could stay there peacefully and study?"
Upon finishing, Li Xianglu waved her hand dismissively with a "you-figure-it-out" look.
Mr. Li was amused by this and said somewhat irritably, "Alright, you make a fair point. Let’s wait for Brother Qin to return and see what he has to say."
Li Xianglu secretly curled her lips. What could he possibly say? She had long felt something was off about Qin Xi, who probably knew even more than she did.
After the conversation, Li Xianglu went to check on the remaining cake, intending to cut a piece for Grandpa Li to taste. But upon looking, her face turned black - not a bit was left. Even the charred bottom of the pot had been eaten! That Qin Zhen!
Qin Xi didn’t return until dinner time. Since coming back from Shanghai, he had scarcely stayed at home, almost always out, except for a few occasions involving New Year preparations. However, no one had asked exactly what he was doing, even though he had several secret chats with Mr. Li.
For dinner, they had noodles in soup. After the meal, Grandpa Li shared the day’s discussion with Qin Xi.
Qin Xi, upon hearing Li Xianglu’s decision, smiled and said, "Well, I actually agree with Xiangxiang. The subjects at Worker, Peasant, Soldier University aren’t suitable for her. It’s better for a girl to learn something else and work in the city later—going straight home after work, leading a stable life. It’s not like we expect her to defend the country, so why should she endure such hardships?"