Sister, can I be a maid too?

After finishing, he even reviewed it again and found that the solutions to several questions were exactly the same as those he had explained to Lin Jianxia. He wondered if the guy could solve them.

Thanks to Teacher Lin's special guidance during this period (mainly a bunch of rewards such as massages and treats), Jiang Yubai's Chinese and English have also improved rapidly.

Compared to the previous state of staring blankly at the test paper, I can't say I know all the answers now, but at least I'm confident about 50% or 60% of the questions.

However, this time the English reading passage contained a lot of vocabulary beyond the syllabus, and he could only rely on the context to guess the general meaning.

The Chinese exam was similar; some of the reading comprehension questions were just as tricky as that "strange light" question from years ago.

Jiang Yubai could only try to apply the answering techniques Lin Jianxia had taught him; as for how many points he could actually get...

Well, it all depends on the examiner's mood.

As for chemistry and biology, they're basically in a limbo, neither particularly good nor bad.

If you spend time reviewing, you might not improve your score by much; but if you don't review at all... you'll lose real points.

So Jiang Yubai basically only learned a little bit, and left the rest to fate. He was quite satisfied as long as he maintained an above-average level.

After all, these two subjects were not his strong points. Being able to maintain an above-average level and not drag down his overall score is already considered a success.

Jiang Yubai only snapped out of his thoughts when the bell rang to signal the end of the last biology exam.

On the podium, the proctor raised his voice:

"Stop writing! All students, stop answering questions and put down your pens."

A slight commotion rippled through the classroom; some hurriedly finished their last strokes, while others breathed a long sigh of relief.

The teacher started collecting the papers from the first row, one by one, and the rustling sound of turning the pages filled the air.

Jiang Yubai patiently waited for the teacher to collect the test papers and answer sheets.

Since it wasn't the real college entrance exam, the collection of draft paper wasn't so strict; some people casually stuffed it into their bags, while others left it on the table.

After the exam papers were counted and the proctor announced the end of the exam, Jiang Yubai stood up, took his stationery, and slowly left the room.

The exam room was on the fifth floor, but instead of going straight down, he counted the classrooms and stopped at the door of the second classroom.

The proctors inside seemed to have just announced the end of the exam, and the students poured out in a bustling crowd.

Some people excitedly checked the answers, while others sighed deeply, and the corridor became noisy for a moment.

Jiang Yubai didn't look into the crowd; he simply leaned against the wall and waited quietly.

He only looked up at the doorway when the crowd had almost dispersed.

Just four or five seconds later, a figure with a high ponytail hurriedly walked out.

Lin Jianxia spotted Jiang Yubai waiting there at a glance. Her eyes lit up, and she walked briskly to his side, tilting her head up and blinking.

Jiang Yubai didn't rush to speak, his gaze passing over what was behind her—

There, a boy was staring blankly in their direction. When he met Jiang Yubai's gaze, he awkwardly looked away and squeezed into the crowd going downstairs.

Before he could take a second look, Lin Jianxia suddenly moved to the side, blocking his view.

Jiang Yubai looked at her face, which was gradually puffing up in anger, and said with amusement:

"Wow, our Lin Jianxia is quite charming! There are even guys waiting to ask for her contact information."

Lin Jianxia subconsciously looked around, and seeing that most of the people in the corridor had left, she pursed her lips and whispered:

"I've been waiting for ages, and this guy still isn't leaving... I knew it..."

—No wonder you walked so fast when you came out.

Jiang Yubai didn't say anything more, only gestured with his chin towards the stairwell:

"Let's go."

Lin Jianxia followed him naturally, but a happy smile unconsciously appeared on her lips.

Back in the classroom, the students checked their answers in twos and threes, while the homeroom teacher, Zhang Shufang, was already waiting on the podium, holding a piece of draft paper that no one knew who it was.

Once everyone was seated, she put down the paper in her hand and gently tapped the podium:

"Alright, everyone, quiet down."

The classroom gradually quieted down.

Zhang Shufang adjusted her glasses and said:

"The exams are over, and I know everyone's minds are wandering now, but there are a few things I need to make clear before the holiday."

"First, the winter break homework for all subjects has been distributed. Please complete it as required, as it will be checked when school starts."

"Secondly, the grades and rankings are expected to be released around the 25th of the twelfth lunar month. An electronic copy will be sent via the class group; please check your inbox. Thirdly—"

"Winter break isn't a time for complete relaxation, especially since next semester will be the last semester, and there will be plenty of time to play later."

"It's good to balance work and rest, but you should maintain at least two hours of study time every day. Safety is also important; be mindful when going out, using electricity, and surfing the internet."

At this point, her tone softened:

"Alright, that's all I wanted to say. I wish everyone a happy winter break in advance, and I also extend my early New Year's greetings. Now—pack your things and leave the school in an orderly manner."

A small cheer suddenly rang out in the classroom, followed by a few scattered "Goodbye, teacher!" After that, the students, carrying their already packed schoolbags, chatted and laughed as they poured out of the door.

Jiang Yubai also packed his schoolbag and walked out of the teaching building with Lin Jianxia along with the crowd.

The streets were filled with newly liberated students, their faces beaming with light smiles, making even the winter wind seem a little warmer.

Only after turning into the quiet alleyway leading home did Jiang Yubai slow down and turn his head to look at the girl beside him:

"Hey, Lin Jianxia, ​​you're on vacation."

"Mmmmm~"

Lin Jianxia walked briskly, her ponytail swaying slightly behind her head, clearly in a very good mood.

Jiang Yubai opened his mouth as if he had thought of something, but did not speak.

Lin Jianxia turned her head and, seeing the hesitant look on his face, chuckled:

"What's up? Is there a question you're unsure about and want to compare answers with me?"

She patted her chest and said proudly:

"Come on, come on, I think I can get over 140 on my English test today!"

Jiang Yubai looked at her cheerful profile, hesitated for a moment, and then asked softly:

"No, it's just that the Chinese New Year is coming soon."

"Are you and Wanwan going home this year?"

Lin Jianxia suddenly stopped in her tracks.

Chapter 155 Lin Mouxia's Love Life

Why...why are you asking this?

Lin Jianxia wrinkled her little nose.

"Of course I'll ask," Jiang Yubai said matter-of-factly. "What if I wake up to find no one to cook for me when I haven't gone back yet, and you've taken Wanwan back for the holiday?"

Lin Jianxia was amused by his words:

"Hey, if I'm really leaving, I'll definitely tell you, okay...?"

She paused for a few seconds, then spoke in a serious tone:

"After all, we exchanged money for food. If I don't cook for you for one day, I can't live with myself taking your wages."

Jiang Yubai ignored the second half of her sentence, raised an eyebrow, and asked again:

"So, are you and Wanwan... sure you want to go back for the New Year?"

Lin Jianxia glanced at him, her toes grazing on the pebbles on the ground, her voice lowered:

Why are you asking this? What are you going to do if Wanwan and I don't go back for the New Year?

As soon as he finished speaking, Jiang Yubai's heart sank slightly.

Although Lin Jianxia and Lin Tingwan had never talked about their family situation in detail, Jiang Yubai only knew that they had a father who would send them child support every month.

But he's not stupid. If the family was doing well, why would Lin Jianxia need to squeeze out time to do odd jobs to supplement the family income?

Considering that they've lived in Jinxiu New Village for so long, apart from the account that regularly sends out small monthly payments, they've never seen any relatives contact them...

Either a relative in the family has some unspeakable difficulty, or...

—Neither of these two girls has a "home" they can go back to for the New Year.

Thinking of this, he suddenly had an impulse to say, "Why don't you come to my house for the New Year?", but he swallowed the words back.

It's not that my family will say anything, but my parents definitely won't have any objections.

The problem is that he and the two sisters are not related; at most, they are classmates or friends. Suddenly, he says he's taking them home for the Chinese New Year...

If you were to actually say that, it might seem presumptuous, or even carry a condescending tone of condescension.

Lin Tingwan didn't know, but at least Lin Jianxia, ​​that little hedgehog, would definitely get all prickly.

"I don't know what to do. If... you two aren't going back for the New Year, you can just stay in Jinxiu New Village."

Jiang Yubai tried to make his voice sound casual.

"Anyway, the Spring Festival is only a few days long. I'll go before the New Year and come back after the New Year. It'll be quick."

Lin Jianxia tilted her head and stared at him for a long while, then suddenly let out a soft "humph":

"Idiot, of course Wanwan and I are going back home for the New Year. What's the point of staying in Jinxiu New Village?"

"Even if you pay me well, you can't expect me to stay here and cook for you during the Chinese New Year, can you?"

She tilted her head and thought for a moment:

"If nothing unexpected happens... I'll probably leave about a week before the New Year."

"Isn't it almost done?"

For some reason, Jiang Yubai finally felt relieved and casually asked:

"So...it's your dad coming back?"