The Fiery Era: Starting from Longxugou

"Yongfu is right! Although there are scholarships for high school students, they are still much less than the stipends for university students. More importantly, students can graduate two years earlier and start earning a salary sooner while contributing to the country's development!"

Shi'an, congratulations!

Upon hearing this, Wang Zhijie realized what was happening. Although he felt a little bad, he was happy for his friend who had a bright future and sincerely offered his blessings.

"Hey! Zhijie, that's a bit conservative. Shi'an skipped a grade from the first year of high school to the third year, so there's no reason why he can't skip a grade after entering university, right?"

"Maybe by the time we graduate high school, Shih-an will have already graduated from university?"

Chen Yongfu put his arm around Wang Zhijie's shoulder and joked.

"Chen Yongfu, you son of a bitch, trying to make yourself look like you have a big mouth, huh?"

Wang Zhijie was speechless upon hearing this. He hadn't recovered from the fact that Zhao Shi'an had skipped a grade in his senior year of high school, and now his friend had said something so hurtful.

"Exactly! Chen Yongfu, if you don't speak, no one will think you're mute!"

"Seeing Shi'an skip a grade was already a bit annoying, but now that you've said that, we guys all want to punch you!"

Chen Yongfu's words successfully provoked the anger of the crowd.

"Ha ha!"

Those around him burst into laughter upon hearing this.

"Alright, alright, stop fooling around. Study hard from now on and catch up."

"You guys help Zhao Shi'an pack his books; we'll take him to the senior year later!"

Hu Chengzhi stepped down from the podium, came to Zhao Shi'an's side, stopped the group from fighting, and asked Wang Zhijie and Chen Yongfu to help pack up the textbooks!

"Okay! Teacher, don't worry!"

"When it really matters, you guys have to be there for us!"

Chen Yongfu and Wang Zhijie immediately agreed and took out books from Zhao Shi'an's desk drawer, ready to leave.

Zhao Shi'an did not refuse and followed the teacher out of the classroom, waving goodbye to his classmates as they walked.

Li Zhankui, who had been waiting at the classroom door for a long time, greeted Hu Chengzhi and the others warmly with a smile as he said:

"Teacher Hu, thank you for your help!"

"Team Leader Li, you flatter me. Shi'an, come here, let me introduce you. This is Mr. Li Zhankui, the team leader of the senior three grade group."

He will take you to the senior year of high school later. If you have any questions, you can ask Teacher Li or me!

"Team Leader Li, this is Zhao Shi'an, one of our top students. He's going into his senior year, so we hope you'll mentor him well! These two are his classmates, Wang Zhijie and Chen Yongfu."

Hu Chengzhi immediately introduced the two parties.

"Don't worry, Teacher Hu! We will definitely train him well!"

Welcome to Senior Year 3, Zhao!

Upon hearing this, Li Zhankui carefully examined Zhao Shi'an in front of him. He was not tall, his coarse cotton clothes were somewhat blackened and patched, and his hands had scabbed chilblains. He seemed inconspicuous in a crowd.

His attitude was neither humble nor arrogant, and his eyes were bright and piercing; he was clearly a promising student.

"Thank you, Teacher Li! I will study hard and never hold anyone back!"

Zhao Shi'an looked at Li Zhankui in front of him. He was wearing a gray Zhongshan suit and black-rimmed glasses, which matched his stereotypical image of an intellectual.

"Haha! Shi'an, don't put too much pressure on yourself. I've looked at your test paper, and you did well!"

When you reach your senior year of high school, I believe that after systematic review, your grades will definitely improve even faster!

"Come on, let's go to the classroom first. We'll adjust gradually in our senior year. If you don't understand anything, just ask me!"

Li Zhankui then gestured for Zhao Shi'an to go to the classroom.

"OK!"

Zhao Shi'an agreed and turned to Hu Chengzhi, saying:

"Teacher Hu, thank you for your guidance over the past six months! I will definitely study hard and live up to your expectations!"

As he spoke, Zhao Shi'an bowed to Hu Chengzhi.

"Good children! This is what teachers should do. It's not easy for you to have the opportunity to study, so you must seize this opportunity, achieve something in the future, and serve your country well!"

Hu Chengzhi was deeply moved by this scene. Seeing his students succeed made him, as their teacher, proud!

"Teacher, I will always remember your teachings!"

Zhao Shi'an nodded solemnly.

"Excellent! Teacher Hu, you've nurtured a wonderful student!"

Li Zhankui watched this scene with a smile still on his face. The student was talented, had good grades, and respected his teachers. What teacher wouldn't like such a student?

"Team Leader Li, you flatter me. Zhao Shi'an is now in your hands!"

"Don't worry, Teacher Hu! We will take good care of Zhao! Shi'an, let's go!"

Li Zhankui immediately made a promise, and then said something to Zhao Shi'an.

"Teacher, I'm leaving!"

Zhao Shi'an waved to Hu Chengzhi as he spoke.

Go!

After nodding to Zhao Shi'an, Hu Chengzhi turned and went back to the classroom.

Zhao Shi'an followed Li Zhankui all the way to the back hall, while Wang Zhijie and Chen Yongfu helped their friend carry the books.

"Shi'an, our No. 11 Middle School was converted from the Medicine King Temple, and it is a three-courtyard complex."

The side courtyard to the east of the main hall is for the senior high school students. It's relatively quiet within the school, making it a great place to focus on preparing for the college entrance exam!

Li Zhankui led the three to the courtyard where the side hall was located and began to introduce the classrooms.

"It's really quiet. Every time I come to the library or office, I unconsciously make sure to move as quietly as possible!"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Shi'an looked at the classrooms in the courtyard, then at the auditorium, library, and two-story laboratory building in the main building not far away. With the library and offices in the backyard, it was usually quite quiet and indeed suitable for senior high school students preparing for the college entrance examination!

Chen Yongfu and Wang Zhijie exchanged a glance and nodded secretly.

"Let's go to the classroom and I'll introduce you to your new classmates!"

Seeing the reactions of the others, Li Zhankui waved his hand and led Zhao Shi'an to Class 1 of Senior Three.

Upon seeing the teacher arrive, the students in the classroom immediately sat up straight.

Just then, the school bell rang, and the students quickly returned to their classrooms and sat down.

Li Zhankui told Wang Zhijie and Chen Yongfu to put the books on the podium and go back to the classroom for class.

"Shi'an, class is starting. We're going back to the classroom now. If you don't feel comfortable, come back, and we can continue being deskmates!"

As he spoke, Wang Zhijie patted Zhao Shi'an on the shoulder.

"Keep it up, Shi'an! Don't listen to Wang Zhijie's nonsense. I believe you'll catch up quickly even in your senior year!"

Chen Yongfu clenched his fist as he spoke.

"Don't worry! I know what I'm doing. You guys go back to the classroom quickly, don't be late for class!"

Zhao Shi'an waved goodbye to the two of them warmly.

After Wang Zhijie and Chen Yongfu left, Li Zhankui picked up the blackboard eraser and tapped the blackboard, instantly silencing the classroom.

Seeing this, Li Zhankui spoke up:

"Classmates, we have a new student joining us today—Zhao Shi'an!"

As soon as he finished speaking, applause rang out in the classroom.

As the applause subsided, Li Zhankui addressed Zhao Shi'an:

"Zhao Shi'an, please introduce yourself to the students!"

"Okay, teacher!"

Zhao Shi'an agreed and stood confidently on the podium to introduce himself to the students below.

"Hello everyone! My name is Zhao Shi'an, and I live in Jinyuchi West. I'm honored to join Class 1 of Senior Three... Please feel free to ask me any questions you may have!"

After speaking, Zhao Shi'an bowed to his classmates.

Another round of applause erupted in the classroom.

Seeing that Zhao Shi'an didn't mention his skipping a grade, Li Zhankui didn't expose him. No. 11 Middle School wasn't big, and if such a genius who skipped from the first year of high school to the third year came out, it wouldn't be long before the news spread throughout the whole school, and then his classmates would know.

"From now on, Zhao Shi'an will be a member of our class. Everyone should help our new classmate so he can adapt as quickly as possible! Can you do that?"

"able!"

"very good!"

Hearing his classmates' words, Li Zhankui was very satisfied. Then he looked at Zhao Shi'an beside him and said:

"Shi'an, please sit in the empty seat in the middle at the back. The teacher will adjust your seating arrangement later! Look at your classmate's textbook for now, and come to my office to get yours after class!"

"Okay, teacher!"

As Zhao Shi'an spoke, he picked up the books and walked to the fifth row, where students in the front row helped him carry the books.

After putting the book down, he sat down.

"Alright, let's get ready for class!"

Seeing Zhao Shi'an sit down, Li Zhankui gave the students some instructions and then turned and left the classroom.