Women's Federation Office.
The news of Su Ye's college entrance examination results had not yet reached the office, but after lunch, everyone in the office started discussing it.
A female comrade said: "This Su Ye is really a headache. Sisters-in-law with her level of education are actively participating, but she does not take the lead and instead sets a bad image!"
Many military wives enthusiastically signed up for night school, but Su Ye did not. As a result, some military wives gave up the idea of studying after hearing about it.
Another comrade said, "Comrade Su wants to save face. How can learning this kind of thing be considered shameful?"
When Yao Chunyu heard that Su Ye refused to enroll in night school, she thought that this was exactly the same as in her previous life. In her previous life, Su Ye refused to attend night school because she couldn't save face. Because she was regarded as a negative example for refusing this, she had a quarrel with Gu Xiangqian.
Yao Chunyu said gently: "The literacy class is still a personal choice. If Su Ye doesn't want to participate, forget it. After class, you can bring the study materials and notes to her so that she can study with the rest of the group. Just ask everyone to take more notes."
After hearing this, the military wives all said that Yao Chunyu's method was very considerate, and it would also take care of those sisters-in-law who were too embarrassed to attend literacy classes.
"You're giving her face by sending her study materials? Come on!" said a hot-tempered female comrade.
As soon as he finished speaking, there was a burst of laughter. It turned out that the director of the Women's Federation came to the office.
She smiled happily and said, "They don't need to come to our literacy class! Haven't you heard that Su Ye passed the provincial science exam this year? Our Women's Federation should hold a commendation ceremony this time and discuss how to set an example for Comrade Su Ye and encourage him to study hard and make progress every day!"
These words were like a heavyweight bomb, shocking everyone.
Everyone's face showed shock, surprise, and disbelief. Many people did not react and even rubbed their ears to verify whether they had heard it wrongly. How did Su Ye... become the top scorer in the college entrance examination
If the person who said this was the director of the Women's Federation, this would definitely be a joke of the century!
The director of the Women's Federation saw everyone's confused expressions and said with a smile, "Are you all dumbfounded? You heard it right. Comrade Su Ye from our family compound passed the science exam this year!"
Yao Chunyu was also stunned on the spot.
Su Ye had never taken the college entrance examination in his previous life, let alone become the champion in science! How could Su Ye get such a good score? Yao Chunyu participated in the college entrance examination five years ago. When he was seventeen years old, he caught up with the national unified college entrance examination. At that time, he was admitted to the local medical university and became the pride of the compound.
If Su Ye became the top scorer in science... Yao Chunyu's face suddenly turned pale.
The director of the Women's Federation smiled from ear to ear and continued, "Comrade Su Ye did not forget to improve himself in addition to his busy work. He participated in this year's college entrance examination and gloriously won the provincial science champion. This spirit is worth learning from. We are running night school recently, so we can use Su Ye's case as a typical example to inspire everyone!"
The director's words of praise flowed out like money.
If she had only been admitted to a key university, it would have been considered impressive. The compound was full of talented people, and there had never been a talent from Peking University or Tsinghua University. But Su Ye was different. She was the provincial champion in science. Even if she was compared with others in other military regions, it would be a face-saving appearance!
Finally, the director hurriedly took out a ten-yuan wallet and stuffed it into the red envelope, and said to the comrades in the office: "I don't have time to talk to you in detail. I have to go to comrade Gu Xiangqian's home now. You stay here and discuss this commendation!"
After the director left, everyone was still immersed in the shock of Su Ye's success in the imperial examination.
"Su Ye got the top score in science this year? Pinch me now, did I hear it right?"
"Didn't you see the director's attitude just now? He even packed a red envelope and went to Su Ye's house. How could there be anything wrong with that?" A female comrade glanced at the female comrades who were slandering Su Ye.
In the last second he was still complaining about others for being a drag and creating a negative image, and in the next second he was slapped in the face by the director. It was really embarrassing.
The shock of Su Ye's success in the college entrance examination even exceeded that of Gu Xiangqian's silent marriage to a country girl. People in the family compound looked down on military wives from the countryside like Su Ye, who were ignorant, uneducated, and poor.
Especially since Su Ye married a young and promising leader, people often slandered her. But now... who has any reason to look down on Su Ye? Even Gu Xiangqian didn't get into Peking University or Tsinghua University.
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Family-oriented.
Gu Xiangqian's family was filled with joy, and Zhou Honghan took a while to digest this great news. She thought carefully that Su Ye really had the ability to get the top score in the imperial examination.
Su Ye is diligent and down-to-earth, smart but not stupid. On weekends, he likes to borrow a bag of books to read.
Zhou Honghan thought more deeply. Su Ye only studied for one year, and she could get the top score in the college entrance examination while working. What a good seedling! She must have been delayed in the past for getting into college now. If Su Ye had been trained since she was young, she might have finished college long ago with her talent. Fortunately, gold will never be buried. Su Ye is only 19 years old this year. Judging from her age, it is not a delay for her to get into college this year.
Gu Xiangqian and his wife were not at home, so Zhou Honghan acted as the host. She smiled and secretly wrapped a few red envelopes and distributed them to the teachers who came to report the good news.
"It's just a small token of my appreciation, and everyone will be happy."
The teachers originally didn't want to accept red envelopes, but Zhou Honghan forced them into their pockets. When they opened the envelopes, they found that there was 50 cents inside, which was indeed not much, but they accepted it just to get a good start.
The principal smiled and said, "Forget about it if you can't find Xiao Su. Tell her to come to school tomorrow. There are reporters from the newspaper who want to interview her."
Zhou Honghan happily called Ning Xingdou and asked him to inform Gu Xiangqian that his wife's college entrance examination results were out.
Ning Xingdou heard Su Ye's shocking college entrance examination results on the phone, and immediately ran to find Gu Xiangqian after hanging up. At this time, Gu Xiangqian was teaching military theory courses to students in the classroom.
Ning Xingdou howled at the top of his voice, "Xiang Qian! Your wife's college entrance examination results are out, and the principal of her school has come to visit her. You should go back and entertain her!"
Gu Xiangqian smiled when he heard this, and the young students in the classroom became restless. One brave soldier asked fearlessly, "How did sister-in-law do in the exam?"
Even the school principal came to inform me of the results. I must have done really badly on the test. Aren't the college entrance examination results announced yet
Ning Xingdou smiled and gave a thumbs up, "Sister-in-law, that's really amazing, this year's top scorer in science!"
All the students gasped and were excited. "She's actually the top scorer! Are you kidding? My sister-in-law is so brave?"
"The top scorer in science, that means he or she has to do very well in the exam, the top scorer in science in the school?"
Gu Xiangqian raised his lips to reveal his white teeth. His dazzling smile looked even brighter than the sunlight outside the window. He closed the book and patted Ning Xingdou on the shoulder. "Ning Xingdou, commander of the 213th Infantry Company, I am seriously entrusting you with the task of teaching the students!"
Ning Xingdou raised his head and chest and answered yes. Gu Xiangqian smiled and left the classroom quickly. He was prepared in his heart that if Su Ye took the college entrance examination, he would definitely do well.
When Gu Xiangqian returned home, he found that everyone in the room was waiting for him and his wife.
The director of the Women's Federation said with a beaming face, "Xiang Qian, you're finally back. We were just discussing how Xiao Su got admitted to Tsinghua University and will go to school at the beginning of the semester. Don't stop her from studying. As a husband, you should support your wife's development more."
The director of the Women's Federation was worried about this. It was a good thing that Su Ye was admitted to university, but she was also a military wife at the time, and it was not good for the family for the couple to be separated. Besides, the couple was newly married, and they might even plan to have children in the next two years. What was the point of living apart
Zhou Honghan was also thinking about this problem. Gu Xiangqian was too young, and children of his age had already run away. But Su Yezheng was admitted to university with excellent grades. It would be a waste of time to give up his studies for the sake of family and marriage.
Gu Xiangqian smiled faintly, "I'm very proud of her for being able to get into Tsinghua University."
He changed the subject and said, "It just so happens that the army had a few places for further studies in Beijing some time ago. We may have to stay in Beijing for a few years in the future. Considering various reasons, I did not agree to it immediately, but I can try to apply now."
As soon as Gu Xiangqian finished speaking, everyone breathed a sigh of relief and congratulated them.
In the evening, Su Ye returned to the family compound, only to be greeted by over-zealous neighbors who surrounded her. It was even more exaggerated than the time when she got lucky.
The aunts and uncles looked at Su Ye curiously, as if they were watching a rare animal. One by one, they said, "Little Su, come on, you've brought honor to our compound this time!"
"Xiao Su is not only lucky, but also smart. I never noticed it before. He did this thing quietly and almost scared me to death."
"Come on, Xiao Su, stand still and let my baby touch you. Take advantage of Wenquxing's good fortune. He will be taking the high school entrance exam next year."
Su Ye thought that she had been keeping a low profile recently and had not done anything to attract hatred like picking up wild ducks. She coughed lightly and asked, "Why are you all gathered here? Didn't you say that you should stop being feudal and superstitious?"
Everyone then realized that she herself knew the good news that she had passed the exam and ranked first, and they all burst into laughter.
An auntie said excitedly, "Su Ye, you have passed the science exam and become the top scorer! Your principal has come to our compound in person to announce the good news. I'm afraid the political commissar is at your house now. Come home quickly!"
"Yes, I just saw that the Women's Federation has posted the good news that you have won the first place in the exam on the bulletin board. I guess you will miss out on the reward from the army this time. You have brought honor to us!"
"Su Ye, are you very hardworking and study until late at night every day? I see you walking in a hurry every time. You really value time!"
When Su Ye estimated her score, she had a rough idea in her mind. She would score a few points in science, but she never thought she could be the top scorer in science. After all, there were still many geniuses in this era, and there were still many people who could score full marks. Perhaps it was because she did better in liberal arts, which widened the gap between her and them.
In the first few years of the college entrance examination, both arts and science students had to take exams in history, geography, politics, physics and chemistry. However, the scores of arts and science students in these subjects were very small, and the content of the examination was too short, which tested the candidates' mastery of all subjects. This is why she was lucky enough to get first place.
Su Ye said modestly: "It's all due to luck. I just got it by chance."
When everyone heard Su Ye say "luck", their hearts ached. They were almost familiar with the word "luck". Picking rabbits, pheasants, ducks and wild boars depends on luck, but even taking exams depends on luck? Don't lie to them. They didn't know what expression to make on their numb faces.
It's really hard to hang out with a lucky koi if you don't have the ability to withstand the pressure. You'll often be hit so hard that you'll doubt your life.
While everyone was stunned, Su Ye ran home happily.
The Women's Federation Office discussed for a long time and quickly came up with the content of the commendation. In one afternoon, the commendation letter was posted on the bulletin board. As for the reward content -
In those days, every household was short of food and clothing, so the best reward was of course food and clothing. Three catties of eggs, five catties of flour, three catties of soybean oil, one catty of sugar, etc. were sent to Su Ye's house in a stream.
These rewards would have been shabby in previous years, but this year these fine grains seemed particularly rare. When the Women's Federation volunteers brought a bag of white flour to the Gu family, the neighbors in the yard were envious. The white flour seemed to have a fresh fragrance even through the snakeskin bag.
There are actually material rewards for the college entrance examination? The neighbors who saw this scene felt deeply hurt. Su Ye's family did not lack these fine grains at all. But at the same time, everyone was convinced in their hearts. Not everyone can pass the exam to become the top scholar. If you are not convinced, you can take the exam yourself.
Su Ye pushed open the door of her house and found a group of people looking at her. The burning gazes made her almost want to turn around and run away.
The political commissar said to Su Ye kindly: "Comrade Su Ye, this year you represented all the wives of our troops and passed the college entrance examination. You are self-reliant, hardworking and motivated, and you have brought honor to our troops. These meager rewards are the army's recognition of you. I hope you will study hard and learn knowledge after you go to college, and come back to build the country!"
Su Ye immediately straightened his back, put on a smile, and saluted in a standard way, "I will definitely not let down the high hopes placed in me by the army!"
Her eyes swept across the dazzling array of fine grains on the table, and she changed the subject and said, "Forget about the material rewards. It is our duty to bring honor to the army!"
These material rewards are so generous that they seem to be almost as generous as the relief supplies given to Gu Xiangqian by the troops when he was recuperating from his injuries.
After she finished speaking, everyone laughed out loud, especially Gu Xiangqian, who looked at her intently. His calm and reserved eyes concealed a burning look that made Su Ye feel embarrassed.
Su Ye suggested in a clear voice: "I suggest that these rewards be distributed to the candidates who have been admitted to universities in the compound this year, to encourage more military wives to devote themselves to study, build the motherland, and realize their life ideals!"
Those Women's Federation members were very surprised to hear Su Ye's words, and finally took Su Ye seriously.
You know, it's not easy to refuse these material rewards. This time, the cloth coupons alone amounted to fifty feet, equivalent to a soldier's cloth coupons for a whole year. Moreover, there were also precious flour, cooking oil, and eggs. Which of them would not be a rare item that would require a whole day of queuing outside? Look at Su Ye again, his eyes are clear and bright, and his attitude is firm.
What a selfless act! She had previously assisted poor villagers and helped dropouts return to school. Thinking of this, they felt ashamed of their previous prejudice against Su Ye.
The director of the Women's Federation gave a thumbs up and said, "Well done, Xiao Su, you have the open and forthright demeanor of a military wife! But these things are rewards for you, take what's yours."
Su Ye has no shortage of fine grains, but he eats rice every day yet still covets these little grains, which makes him feel guilty.
She declined the reward, and finally picked up the cloth coupons on the table reluctantly and said, "These cloth coupons are enough for me to cut a set of clothes to go to school. Thank you for the recognition of the army!"
After the two leaders left, Zhou Honghan asked with a big smile: "Those grains were originally specially allocated by the leaders for your wedding banquet, but who knew you didn't want them at all. Now you have to go to school and Xiang Qian has to go for further studies, I'm afraid there will be no sign of the wedding banquet."
When Su Ye heard the word "further study", he frowned and looked at Gu Xiangqian.
Zhou Honghan repeated what Gu Xiangqian had said before, "It just so happens that you are going to the capital to study, and Xiangqian is also going to the capital to study. We can take care of each other, and I feel relieved. If you can let me hold my grandson as soon as possible, it will be even better."
Su Ye felt quite calm after hearing this. Gu Xiangqian had never mentioned further studies to her before. Further studies were a good opportunity for military officers to improve themselves. With Gu Xiangqian's academic qualifications, he should go to Beijing to study for a doctorate, and there was a high possibility that he would be promoted to a senior general in the future.
Su Ye glanced at Gu Xiangqian, then turned back and said to Zhou Honghan with a smile, "There's no rush for this. How about this, while everyone is happy, I'll cook a meal in a few days and invite you guys over for a drink. Grandma Zhou, please give me the honor."
"Is it a wedding banquet or a graduation banquet?" He Meimei asked mischievously.
Su Ye coughed lightly, his face slightly flushed as he said, "Whatever wine you want to drink, that's it."
Everyone exclaimed and looked at Su Ye in surprise. Gu Xiangqian also looked at her with a smile. Su Ye said with a smile: "I have been running around delivering notices to students all day today. I have nothing to prepare. I will just entertain you today. I will have a drink to entertain you another day!"
Everyone chatted at Su Ye's house for the whole day, drank a bellyful of tea, and talked about everything they wanted to talk about. When they looked at Su Ye, their eyes were indeed tired, and they tactfully said goodbye to each other.
In the evening, Su Ye took a comfortable hot bath to wash away the day's fatigue.
Although she relied on her experience to get a good score when preparing for the college entrance examination, and it was unexpected that she got the top score, Su Ye was still very happy.
What made her even happier was that He Meimei told her that except for her, all the senior students had done very well in the exams. With the review materials, the senior students of this year were even more powerful. Especially since Lu Siyuan's students were all admitted to universities, it meant that a lot of food was coming to Su Ye.
Su Ye imagined the full warehouse of grain, and couldn't help but reveal his longing.
She put on her clothes and walked out of the bathroom, but suddenly her feet slipped and she fell to the ground. Gu Xiangqian just came in to get Su Ye's dirty clothes to wash, and was caught off guard to see his young and beautiful wife fall to the ground with her legs up in the air.
Gu Xiangqian couldn't help but curl his lips. Su Ye saw that he was actually smiling, and she became even more furious.
After a while, Gu leaned forward and asked her gently, "Are you hurt? Let me take a closer look."
He put one arm under Su Ye's armpit, and with the other hand he went around her knees and held Su Ye firmly in his arms, in the most standard princess hug. Gu Xiangqian carried Su Ye to the bed with steady steps, then turned around and rustled the medicine.
His handsome profile was incredibly hazy in the yellow light, and his long eyelashes cast a shadow on his tall nose. He had just finished a shower, and casually wore a snow-white shirt. He seemed to be filled with a faint cedar scent, cool and refreshing.
Gu Xiangqian's dry and warm thumbs fell on Su Ye's shoulders, unbuttoned his clothes, and applied ointment to her seriously. He seemed to have heard the sound in a hurry, and he didn't even have time to button his clothes, and hurried to the bathroom to see Su Ye.
The shirt that was usually buttoned tightly was now open wide, causing Su Ye to look away to avoid having any impure thoughts.
Gu Xiangqian asked with a smile: "Does it hurt?"
Su Ye shook her head and said it hurt. She subconsciously protected herself when she fell, but Gu Xiangqian picked her up without saying a word. It was rare for him to be so manly, and Su Ye didn't have time to explain the situation clearly.
As soon as Su Ye finished speaking, a gentle and cool kiss fell on her lips, and her clothes were gradually taken off.
Gu Xiangqian said in a mellow and vague voice: "I asked someone to buy a new gadget in Gangcheng. Do you want to try it?"
Su Ye saw him unpack the package very skillfully with his slender fingers and bite open a condom with his white teeth, and his nosebleed immediately stopped flowing. This is... really a new thing.
When dark clouds meet the bright moon, lightning strikes the dark clouds.
Outside the window, heavy rain was pouring down.
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After finishing, Su Ye was too tired to move a finger. Gu Xiangqian kissed her several times with pity, "I'm sorry, I look a bit like a brat."
Su Ye talked to Gu Xiangqian about his further studies and asked him if he had ever wanted to give up this opportunity.
Gu Xiangqian smiled and said calmly, "Perhaps you haven't noticed that I studied missile engineering in the Soviet Union before, because the domestic technology in this area is far behind the international level and the country is in great need of talents in this area. After graduation, the situation in the border areas was uncertain, and I was sent by the army to the battlefield to command for several years. I was barely able to cope with it."
"Although I prefer to go to the battlefield, I can also go for further studies if the country needs me. Su Ye's matter has nothing to do with you, you don't need to feel guilty." He touched Su Ye's head.
Su Ye thought this was a real soldier, he would go wherever the country needed him. Her eyes became clearer and brighter, and she kissed him lightly a few times.