The intern taught a top-performing class, and the parents wanted to change the homeroom teacher.

The time before the exam passed quickly, and nothing else happened during that time.

Lu Qian continued his daily routine of teaching, tutoring, and quizzes, giving extra lessons to a few physical education students, occasionally teaching a few students to practice their hobbies, and sometimes continuing class competitions.

He discovered that these students had an unusually high level of enthusiasm for setting difficult questions for others, and after the exam, they would continue to think about setting even more difficult and tricky questions for the next time.

All the bamboo shoots on the mountain have been harvested!

Over the weekend, Lu Qian found a carving shop and practiced his carving skills, which was relaxing and enjoyable.

The school didn't offer any rewards for the midterm exams, but Lu Qian wanted to reward his students.

On the other hand, the math group leader, Shao Mingrui, fared much worse.

Since taking on the task, he has been working day and night to come up with questions, and he doesn't even rest on weekends.

The question types should be novel and the difficulty level should be appropriate.

It can't be too difficult, putting pressure on students; nor can it be too easy, otherwise the midterm exam would be meaningless.

Originally, she had planned to team up with Lu Qian to create a perfect exam paper, but she didn't expect Lu Qian to avoid suspicion and go solo.

Shao Mingrui looked at the questions on his notebook, scratched his head, lost several strands of hair, rested for a moment, drank a sip of the goji berry water next to him, and then continued to work on the problem.

Soon, it was the day before the midterm exams.

Evening self-study.

Lu Qian didn't show a movie, nor did he say anything inspiring.

It was the same quiz as usual, just like any other day.

Half an hour before school ends.

Lu Qian tapped on the podium, drawing the attention of the entire class.

"Midterms are tomorrow, so let me ramble on a bit..."

"In a little while, everyone can start clearing the tables."

"Tidi up the things in the table drawers so they don't fall out. Clean up those tables that are messy, or seal them with tape. I have scissors and tape here, but be careful when using them."

"Fan Siwen, you girls' cosmetics are expensive, just leave them in my office later, my cabinet has a lock. Boys, put your valuables there too."

"Turn the desk drawer to face forward, and put the chair on it when you leave."

"This is the exam room arrangement."

"As for the exam... I won't say anything particularly inspiring. From the moment I arrived in Class 25 until this very second, I've seen how hard each and every one of you has worked. Really, every single one of you!"

"You've been getting better and better, so you deserve it."

"This isn't your first time taking a midterm exam, but for some of you it really is your first time."

"There's no need to be nervous about the exam. First, I'm confident in my teaching abilities; second, I'm confident in your learning attitude."

As he spoke, Lu Qian tossed the quiz paper in his hand and laughed, "These don't lie."

"Take the exam as usual, with a calm mind."

"I'll wait for you to come back!"

The whole class erupted in applause.

Many students exchanged glances.

Among them were those who were previously ignorant and incompetent, those who only listened to the lectures of teachers they liked, and those who listened attentively but never quite grasped the key points.

But now, they are full of confidence.

"Returning in triumph!" Li Jun shouted, clenching his fist.

The whole class shouted in unison, "A triumphant return!"

...

Guo Mei from Class 24 next door was also giving instructions on things to do before the exam.

Hearing the impassioned voice from the other side of the wall, she was immediately stunned. Wasn't this an exam? Why did it feel like a war was about to break out?

But it was definitely a bit exciting.

What were those students saying in private...?

Bibbo is awesome!

...

Evening self-study session is over.

The student put away the exam slip, placed the chair on the table, said goodbye to Lu Qian, and left the classroom.

"Xi Wenjing, how about it, can you get first place in the whole school?" Xie Tianming raised his chin and asked provocatively.

Xi Wenjing glanced at him. "I wonder how difficult this exam will be."

She paused, then a slight smile curved her lips. "However, twenty before the New Year will be within easy reach."

She was only seriously lagging behind in math and physics. Although her chemistry and biology scores weren't top-notch, they were still among the top in her grade. In contrast, her Chinese and English scores were among the best in her grade.

She was even teased by students in the top-performing class before: "This Xi Wenjing is amazing! She got full marks in Chinese and Math combined, and full marks in Physics and English combined too."

These words once made her furious and helpless.

Some things can't be achieved through hard work alone. You might get a few dozen points by doing practice problems, but you won't know how to do them when the question type changes.

Until Teacher Lu appeared.

The unique teaching methods enabled her to understand the seemingly incomprehensible mathematics, and she also gained a clear understanding of physics.

Furthermore, Ms. Lu also tutored them in other subjects, which helped them solidify their foundation and make up for any deficiencies.

Although Yucai High School is not a top-ranked key high school, it still has a few academic geniuses who can get full marks in math and physics.

That's why Xi Wenjing didn't assert that she could win first place.

Now, Xi Wenjing, the hexagonal warrior, requests to go into battle.

"And you?" Xi Wenjing tilted her head, looking at Xie Tianming. "What score are you planning to get this time?"

"First in the grade!" Xie Tianming said confidently.

"Keep bragging," Xi Wenjing said, pursing her lips.

"What do you know? This is called confidence!" Xie Tianming patted his chest. "Confident men are the most handsome."

Xi Wenjing rolled her eyes. She didn't know about other subjects, but this guy's math talent was really good.

How did this brain get so big?

Luckily, they can't beat me in English, and hey, they might not beat me in Chinese either!

"What a load of bull..."

An unfamiliar muttering sound passed by and gradually disappeared into the crowd.

Xi Wenjing and Xie Tianming looked at each other, then chuckled in unison.

"What are you laughing at?" Yang Xueting walked up from behind, looking puzzled.

Xie Tianming: "A smile makes you ten years younger."

Xi Wenjing: "If you laugh two more times, you'll be gone."

Yang Xueting hugged her shoulders, trembling. "Wenjing, can you please stop telling lame jokes?"

...

Li Jun, Wang Xu, Qian Zihao, Li Kewei, and others gathered together and marched out of the school in a large group, looking like they were about to fight.

"Let's bet or not, whoever comes first, the rest will all call him godfather!" Wang Xu said loudly.

"Holy crap, this is a huge bet!" Qian Zihao exclaimed in shock. "I'm taking it!"

"I put this on for you two," Li Jun said, pursing his lips.

Li Kewei raised his hand: "By the way, the last place winner treats everyone to dinner! If Jun-ge is last, you have to give me an extra dish!"

"Another one pretending." Li Jun rolled his eyes. "Gambling is bad, I don't gamble."

"Damn it, you're not going to gamble?! Daqiang, grab him!"

Feng Zhiqiang grabbed Li Jun, and Li Kewei immediately locked his throat. Now it's finally time for revenge. This kid won't gamble?

"Want to gamble or not!"

"Let's bet! Let's bet! Who's afraid of who!" Li Jun yelled, "Don't tickle my waist... that's a belt, don't pull it!"

...

Liu Mingchao returned home and put down his schoolbag.

"Mom, I have midterms tomorrow, so I'm going to bed early tonight. You two should go to bed early too."

Liu's mother nodded. "Okay, you should go to bed early. What time do you need to wake you up tomorrow?"

"No need, I've already set an alarm." Liu Mingchao waved his hand, finished his meal, and continued his daily studies.

Mr. and Mrs. Liu exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with both relief and worry.

It's good for children to study, but I'm afraid that their exam results won't meet my expectations, which will dampen their enthusiasm for learning and cause them to revert to their old ways.

But they didn't know what to do. All they could do was not disturb the child, not ask too many questions, and when they got home in the evening, let the child eat a meal they liked and listen to the child tell some lighthearted stories and vent their frustrations.

Put the prepared fruit in the bedroom in advance, and then put it away the next day after the child goes to school.

Even the couples bickered much less, and could only glare at each other with sharp eyes.

That's it.

Liu Mingchao sat in the chair, smoothed out the test paper, and glanced at his parents' bedroom.

Every night, after I've gone to sleep, the lights in my parents' bedroom are completely turned off.

He knew everything, but he didn't know what to say; he was a little lost during his adolescence.

So he went to Teacher Lu, and Teacher Lu said just one sentence.

"You are very lucky. You have a smart and loving mom and dad. You don't need to worry about anything. Just keep this up and continue studying."

Liu Mingchao seemed to understand, but he was obedient.

Okay, then let's continue learning!

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