Chapter 0844 The top scorer in the high school entrance examination
Time flies so fast, five years have passed in the blink of an eye.
Today is a special day. The results of the high school entrance examination have been announced. Youchao Noodle Restaurant is as lively as ever. The lobby on the first floor is packed with people. Everyone is waiting for the tea party to chat about the results and relax.
In the past five years, Youchao Noodle Restaurant has changed a lot. First it rented the space upstairs, and now it operates both upstairs and downstairs. There are twenty or thirty tables in total, and it is more spacious.
Moreover, Li Haichao is now a serious noodle shop owner. He hired a chef and two waiters to help. As for himself, he is responsible for taking orders and doing calculations, which makes it much easier.
Why is business so good?
As we all know, when opening a noodle shop, you must pay attention to cleanliness, attentive service, delicious side dishes, and delicious noodle soup. These are all indispensable.
Three years ago, Ziqiu bought a set of treasures from Le Ye - a special medicinal recipe for noodle soup, as well as the method of making noodles and the pickling secrets of several side dishes.
Since having these, the noodle shop's business has been booming.
Another interesting thing is the lucky cat ornament placed on the service counter in the store. Everyone says that as long as you touch it, you will have good luck for the day.
Later, the news spread more and more, and the guests came one after another, making it extremely lively.
Although Li Haichao wanted to make more money, he really didn't have the skills to do it. So he hired a chef to cook noodles.
He has prepared the fermentation of the noodles and the pickling of the side dishes in advance. The chef only needs to be responsible for cutting the noodles, cooking the noodles, and adding vegetables. It is very simple and all he needs is his hands.
Business is getting better and better, and Li Haichao hired two more waiters to help.
Nowadays, he waits for the vegetable vendors to deliver the vegetables to his door every afternoon, and he pickles them all. The rest of the time, he sits in the shop and collects money, very leisurely.
As we live this life, we are getting more and more hopeful every day.
Seeing Li Haichao sitting leisurely behind the counter with a cheerful smile on his face, an aunt jokingly said: "Haichao, the results of the high school entrance examination were announced today. How can you be so carefree and leisurely? Don't worry about your family."
How are the children?"
Before she finished speaking, Mrs. Chen took over the conversation and said with a bit of joking: "What is he worried about? We all know the grades of that kid Jianjian. I'm afraid the high school threshold is a bit difficult to cross. As for Ziqiu, that's
The golden sign of the school is that he ranks first in every exam. Isn’t No. 1 Middle School already at your fingertips?
Speaking of which, Hai Chao's vision is really unique, and the son he picked up can be raised to be so outstanding.
It's not like my useless grandson. Hey, every time he takes a test, he scores one or two points more than Jianjian. If I throw the test paper on the ground and step on it, I guess I can get higher than him.
Why!"
Li Haichao just smiled and said nothing, but he was very satisfied in his heart.
In fact, as the owner of Haichao Noodle House, it doesn't matter whether the business is good or not. He doesn't like money and has no interest in it.
Only when he heard someone praising his children, especially Ziqiu, did the heartfelt joy well up in his heart like spring water.
Ziqiu is a child who is both sensible and diligent, excels in studies, and cares deeply about Jianjian. He is simply the perfect son.
However, Mrs. Chen changed the topic and suddenly became worried: "Haichao, you have taught Ziqiu so well. What if his biological parents come to your door one day and want to take back this precious son? Then wouldn't you be like Zhu Qiu?"
It’s all in vain, is it a huge loss?”
As soon as these words came out, the smile on Li Haichao's face gradually solidified, and the other aunts suddenly smiled knowingly.
This happiness will not disappear, it will only transfer.
"Dad——!" A girl in a blue and white school uniform rushed into the store like a mad dog and ran straight to Li Haichao. Her round face was stained with two red clouds due to excitement, and her eyes were filled with excitement.
Shining with dazzling light.
"Dad, good news! My little brother got first place in the city and was the top scholar!" Her voice was full of uncontrollable excitement and pride.
As soon as he said this, Li Haichao's face once again burst into a bright smile.
Hearing this, the grannies around him all looked at him with surprise and admiration, and they started talking one after another.
"Oh, it's really amazing. This kid has a bright future! I'm afraid Haichao Noodle House will change its name to 'Zhuangyuan Noodle House'!"
"Haichao, there is smoke coming out of your ancestral grave. You have found such a good son!"
"Look at this kid. He got the first place in the school in the high school entrance examination. Will Tsinghua and Peking University be easy to catch in the future? Mader, go beat my son up when you get back! He just plays around all day long, look at him!"
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Just as everyone was immersed in the joy, the sound of "pop bang" fireworks and "boom bang" firecrackers suddenly sounded, breaking the tranquility of the street.
Li Haichao was slightly shocked. Aren't fireworks allowed around here?
Immediately, a group of middle-aged men with extraordinary temperament wearing Chinese tunic suits walked into the store. Their steps were steady and their eyes showed extraordinary majesty, obviously they were of noble status.
What's even more striking is that behind them were several reporters holding cameras and notebooks, busy recording this rare moment.
It was Ling Heping who led them here, with a smile on his face.
"Old Li, this is..." Li Haichao took a few steps forward, full of doubts in his heart. Could it be a sanitation and fire inspection, but didn't he just pay the money a few days ago?
Ling Heping hurriedly stepped forward and introduced: "Old Li, didn't I hear that Ziqiu won the first prize in the exam? Several of our leaders in charge of culture and education in Luzhou came here to congratulate us. This is the deputy governor, this is Bureau Zhang, and there is another
The principals of the middle school, the second middle school, and the third middle school are also here."
"Ah, this... this..." Li Haichao was at a loss when he heard this, and there was an indescribable excitement and tension in his heart.
The old Li family has probably never seen such a big leader in their eight lifetimes?
"Hello, leaders, please take a seat, please take a seat! Do you want a cigarette to relieve your fatigue? Or, I'll give it to you below?" Li Haichao greeted quickly, with a bit of trembling in his voice.
Ling Heping:......
Everyone:......
The scene suddenly became silent, and there was a hint of awe and embarrassment in the air.
This chapter is not over, please click on the next page to continue reading! "Haha!" The lieutenant governor's hearty laughter broke the silence. He looked around, his eyes shining with kindness and gentleness.
"Okay! I happen to be a little hungry today, so let's try the legendary 'Number One Noodles'! Let's see how it tastes. It can nourish talents like Ziqiu and let us ordinary people get a taste of this Wenquxing
aura."
"Haha, yes, I heard that this dish was made by the skillful hand of the father of the No. 1 Scholar, so we have to try it today." Everyone agreed, their words full of attention and yearning.
The accompanying reporters were even more busy, with shutter sounds coming and going, capturing this warm yet solemn moment.
The reporter headed by him immediately took action and recorded densely in his shorthand notebook: On the first day of July, Deputy Governor Zhang took advantage of his busy schedule to visit the home of the city’s top scorer in the high school entrance examination, not only to recognize the achievements of the students, but also to express his appreciation for the cultural and educational undertakings.
of deep concern and encouragement.
This scene not only demonstrates Lieutenant Governor Zhang's noble qualities of being close to the people and being attentive to the community, but also deeply reflects the state's emphasis on and support for cultural and educational undertakings, conveying respect for knowledge and expectations for the future with practical actions.
His figure, like warm sunshine, illuminates the fertile cultural land of Luzhou and inspires countless people's enthusiasm and confidence in education.
Under his leadership, Luzhou's cultural construction is at its peak, and various cultural projects have achieved fruitful results, injecting inexhaustible power and vitality into the city's vigorous development.
We have reason to believe that with the strong leadership of the government and the joint efforts of everyone, Luzhou’s cultural and educational undertakings will usher in a more brilliant tomorrow.
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A moment later, on the second floor of Haichao Noodle House, Vice Governor Zhang felt a little sad after listening to Li Haichao's simple story.
I didn't expect that there really are such honest people in this world. The key is that he was kind-hearted for a while, picked up a son at random, and didn't care much about it. He became the number one scholar because of his own awareness.
On the other hand, looking back at his own children, who put in all their efforts and hired famous teachers, but were still in the middle of the class every time, the disparity made him feel emotional.
This guy is just afraid of competition!
"Haichao, in view of your family's special circumstances and your contribution to education, after research and decision by the state, your family will be awarded a reward of 80,000 yuan to encourage Ziqiu. I hope he can continue to work hard and achieve greater success on the road of study.
." Lieutenant Governor Zhang's voice was full of affirmation and expectation.
If there is another national champion, it will be a political achievement!
Li Haichao was so excited that he clasped the deputy governor's hand with both hands and thanked him repeatedly: "Thank you so much, leader, thank you, thank you!"
At this time, the secretary quietly reminded the meeting time, and Vice Governor Zhang said goodbye with a smile: "Okay, I won't interrupt, you continue to work!"
Don’t give it away to Haichao, then you have to think about which high school Ziqiu will go to, haha!”
After the deputy governor disappeared, several principals exchanged meaningful glances in unison, as if there was an electric current surging in them.
Then, their eyes focused on the corner.
There, He Ziqiu was lowering his head and peeling melon seeds with concentration, moving gently and carefully. Next to him, his little sister who was laughing loudly and not quiet at all, and the leisurely and contented little yellow cat were grabbing melon seeds, which looked very warm.
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After careful consideration, several principals are gearing up to join this fierce "battle for talent."
On weekdays, they may not need to go out to recruit students in person, but today's situation is special. The leader is here, and they must come. Otherwise, if everyone else is here and he doesn't come, what will the adults think?
Before the principals could speak, He Ziqiu raised his head and said confidently to the principals: "Hello, uncles. In fact, I can choose any school, but I have three conditions."
"First of all, I hope that my sister Li Jianjian can also enroll in the school. Her academic score is 565, which has just reached the school selection score, but she has good talent and enthusiasm in painting.
Secondly, I hope to enter the worst class in your school with my sister to prevent her from being discriminated against.
As for academics, you can rest assured that I have completed all high school courses by myself. If I fail to get into the top three in the school in that final exam, you can always come to me.
Finally, I plan to study college courses by myself in advance, but I am afraid it will be difficult to take care of my daily study tasks, so I don’t have time to write daily homework. I hope the teacher can understand.”
After saying that, He Ziqiu lowered his head and continued peeling melon seeds, waiting for a reply.
Li Haichao looked on anxiously and kept winking at He Ziqiu, fearing that his attitude would offend some big shots.
Instead of getting angry, the principals smiled at each other and made secret calculations in their hearts.
As for He Ziqiu's attitude, it doesn't matter.
Young and energetic! If they were He Ziqiu's age and got the top prize, they would definitely be crazier than him.
In their eyes, as long as students do not break the law and have good grades, that is a treasure, and that is the shining point of their performance. If they can get the top prize again, it will be the icing on the cake, and they can add a few more brilliance to their resumes.
"Student Ziqiu, I can fully satisfy your request!" The principal of No. 3 Middle School was the first to say: "As long as you are willing to join our No. 3 Middle School, I will not only arrange for you to study in the same class as Jianjian, but also provide you with independent study
Space - individual seats in the last row, no distractions around, no drinking fountains or trash cans.
In addition, your three-year high school tuition and miscellaneous fees will be free of charge. At the end of each semester, as long as you remain first in the school, I will award a scholarship of 10,000 yuan on behalf of the school;
If you are admitted to Tsinghua University or Peking University in the college entrance examination, the bonus will be increased to 150,000; and if you can get the first place in the university, I will directly increase the reward to 300,000!
I can create a written document for you right now!"
"As for Jianjian's painting dream," the principal of No. 3 Middle School continued, "I happen to have two friends. One is a renowned Chinese painting master at the state university, and the other is an oil painting master. I can make the decision and let Jianjian go to them every month.
Study there once and let them teach her in person."
"Thank you, principal!" Hearing this, He Ziqiu immediately stood up, walked to the principal of No. 3 Middle School, and bowed deeply, "From now on, I, He Ziqiu, will be your student!"
"Hahaha! Good, good!" Principal Wang looked at his two colleagues proudly.
The other two principals looked at each other and smiled helplessly. He Ziqiu had already made a decision before they even said the terms. This sudden turn of events caught them off guard.
Of course, the external conditions they proposed will definitely be difficult to surpass No. 3 Middle School. Although their respective schools have the state's leading teachers, advanced teaching facilities and superior learning environments, there are also many constraints.
Of course, these are the capital that the school is proud of, and they are also the key to their belief that they can attract and train top students.
Alas, you are still young and energetic after all!
Seeing that the recruitment failed, the two principals exchanged helpless looks, then politely stood up and left.
The principal of No. 1 Middle School went out and took a look at the noodle shop and shook his head.
He Ziqiu is still too young and is joking about his future. If he gets admitted to an ordinary 985 university in three years, he will probably regret the decision he made today.
