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Chapter 119 Studying in Germany
Before dawn, Beijing was still shrouded in tranquility, its streets and alleys seemingly asleep, gently enveloped by a thin layer of mist.

However, the warm lights in Jiang Man's home had already been turned on, breaking the pre-dawn tranquility. Today was the day Jiang Man was leaving for Germany to pursue further studies, and the whole family got up early with mixed feelings.

The two children, Shi An and Shi Ning, had their tender faces filled with reluctance and sadness, their eyes swollen, clearly having fallen asleep in tears the night before.

Like two frightened fawns, they clung tightly to Jiang Man's hand, as if it were the last bond between them and their mother, and that if they let go, their mother would disappear from their world.

Jiang Man knelt down tenderly, gently stroking the children's heads. Her eyes were full of tenderness and affection as she softly said, "My darlings, Mommy's trip to Germany to study was like an adventure to a very, very far place. There are so many new and interesting things to learn and stories to tell you when Mommy comes back."

Shi Ning sobbed, her voice trembling with tears, "Mom, when are you coming back?"

Jiang Man's nose tingled, and tears welled up in her eyes, but she still held them back and smiled as she said, "Soon, my darlings. Mommy will study hard and come back to be with you as quickly as possible, to watch you grow up."

Qin Yishen stood aside and silently carried Jiang Man's luggage piece by piece to the door.

His eyes were full of reluctance and worry, and his brows were slightly furrowed, but in order not to worry Jiang Man, he still forced a smile and said softly, "Man'er, you must take good care of yourself over there. Don't worry too much about home. I will arrange everything."

Jiang Man looked at her husband gratefully, tears welling up in her eyes, "Don't overwork yourself. Take good care of the two children. The burden of the family is now in your hands."

Qin Yishen nodded gently, "Don't worry, I'll take care of things at home. You can focus on pursuing your dreams."

The family boarded the car to the Capital Airport with heavy hearts.

The atmosphere inside the car was unusually tense throughout the journey, and no one spoke much. Jiang Man quietly gazed at the familiar streets outside the window; those places she had walked countless times before now seemed especially precious to her.

She recalled the moments she had spent with her family here, her heart filled with mixed emotions. On one hand, she was filled with anticipation for her upcoming studies in Germany, where she would have the opportunity to pursue advanced studies in clinical medicine, a dream come true, and to be exposed to the most advanced medical knowledge and concepts. On the other hand, she was truly reluctant to part with her family, wondering how long it would be before they could reunite.

Upon arriving at the airport, the terminal was already bustling with people. Everyone was in a hurry, heading towards their own journeys. After Jiang Man completed the check-in process, the family went to the waiting area.

Just then, a boarding announcement suddenly came over the loudspeaker, the sound echoing through the lobby. Jiang Man's heart tightened; she knew the moment of parting had finally arrived.

She slowly bent down and hugged Shi An and Shi Ning tightly again, feeling the children's small bodies trembling slightly in her arms.

She kissed each of them on the forehead and said with a slightly choked voice, "My darlings, listen to your father, study hard, and wait patiently for Mommy to come home."

The two children nodded through their tears, and Shi An said, "Mom, we'll miss you."

Shi Ning hugged Jiang Man tightly, unwilling to let go. Then, Jiang Man turned around and embraced Qin Yi deeply.

Qin Yishen hugged her tightly, as if he wanted to merge her into his own body. "I'm leaving. Take care."

Jiang Man said softly. Qin Yishen patted her back, fighting back tears, and said, "Go with peace of mind. I'll take care of everything at home. Just focus on your studies over there."

Jiang Man dragged her luggage, turning back every few steps as she walked towards the boarding gate. Each step felt like it weighed a ton. Her gaze remained fixed on her family, trying to etch their faces deeply into her mind.

As she finally disappeared around the corner, Shi An and Shi Ning could no longer hold back and burst into tears. Qin Yishen hugged the two children tightly, his own eyes reddening and tears welling up. He knew that from this moment on, he would have to shoulder the responsibility of caring for the family alone, while Jiang Man would be striving for her dreams in a foreign land.

The plane slowly took off, leaving the ground and soaring into the sky. Looking out the window at the gradually shrinking city of Beijing, Jiang Man was filled with countless thoughts. She recalled her initial motivation for choosing clinical medicine as her major.

When she was a child, an elderly neighbor passed away from illness. Seeing the old man's suffering and his family's grief, she secretly made up her mind that she would become a doctor when she grew up to help more patients and relieve them of the torment of illness.

Today, Germany's advanced technology and concepts in clinical medicine serve as a beacon, drawing her ever forward. She knows this is a rare opportunity to go further on her medical journey and realize her dreams.

During the long flight of more than ten hours, Jiang Man would sometimes close her eyes to rest, trying to alleviate her inner fatigue and sadness of parting; at other times, she would flip through the materials on German clinical medicine that she carried with her.

Those dense texts and charts were like keys to a treasure trove of knowledge for her.

She knew that a busy and fulfilling academic life and brand new challenges awaited her.

But she was already prepared, filled with unwavering conviction, determined to diligently acquire knowledge and improve her professional skills in this unfamiliar land, laying a solid foundation for treating more patients upon her future return to China. #
The plane finally landed smoothly at Frankfurt Airport in Germany. Jiang Man took a deep breath, stepped out of the cabin, and was greeted by a strange yet fresh atmosphere.

Inside the airport, various languages ​​mingled, and people of different skin colors and clothing created a truly international atmosphere.

She followed the flow of people slowly to the customs area. Jiang Man was a little nervous, after all, this was her first time in a foreign country going through immigration procedures.

But she tried her best to remain calm and followed the staff's instructions to complete all the procedures smoothly.

As she walked out of customs and looked around the spacious airport hall, an elderly German man holding a sign that read "Jiang Man" caught her eye.

The old man was tall with gray hair and a kind smile on his face. Upon seeing Jiang Man, he smiled and walked quickly over, saying in broken Chinese, "Hello, Jiang Man, I'm Hans, sent by the school to pick you up."

Jiang Man quickly replied in German, "Hello, Mr. Hans, thank you so much for picking me up. I'm sorry to have troubled you." Hans waved his hand, "No trouble at all. Welcome to Germany. I hope you have a pleasant time here."

Along the way, Hans enthusiastically introduced Jiang Man to the customs and culture of Germany and the situation at the school.

Outside the car window, the cityscape of Germany flashed by, filling Jiang Man with wonder. Neat, wide streets were lined with European-style buildings, and Gothic churches soared into the sky, their spires gleaming in the sunlight.

In the cafes tucked away in the streets and alleys, people sat leisurely, enjoying the afternoon. This scene, so different from what they saw back home, filled Jiang Man with curiosity and anticipation for this country.

Soon, the car slowly drove into the school Jiang Man would be attending. Inside the campus, the Gothic-style buildings were simple yet solemn, seemingly telling the story of the school's long history. Shady trees and lush flowers added a touch of tranquility and peace to the entire campus.

The students, dressed in various styles and from different countries, were either hurrying by or gathering together to discuss issues, brimming with youthful energy.

Hans led Jiang Man to the international student office, where Jiang Man completed all the enrollment procedures. The staff warmly introduced her to the school's rules and regulations, course schedule, and some important information.

After that, Hans helped her find a dormitory. The dormitory was a cozy little single room. Although the space was not large, it was very clean and tidy and had everything she needed.

A single bed is placed against the wall, next to a desk and a wardrobe. Several potted plants are placed by the window, adding a touch of life to the room.