However, Sheng Anâs recent memory recall has gone beyond mere cleverness; sheâs practically a genius when it comes to memory. If she were to analyze or engage in precise work, her contribution would far exceed the efforts of many others.
"Oh! I hadnât noticed that." Sheng An scratched her head, embarrassed. "Back in the rural hometown, after I stopped going to school, I sold bean sprouts." Thinking back now, it seems thatâs really how it was.
Selling bean sprouts, sometimes business was so good that she couldnât handle it alone. Every time, she would wait until packing up at noon to do the accounts: who bought how much, paid how much, and the change given. She could remember it all clearly, without a single cent off.
"You sold bean sprouts back at home?" President Zhu was not just surprised, but amazed. If he had such a smart and clever daughter, heâd surely cradle her in his hands, let her receive the best education and attend the best schools!
"Yes! The family was poor and couldnât afford school. My older sister dropped out even earlier than me and went to the General Union. I stayed at home and took the chance to learn bean sprout selling with my sister when she came back on break." Sheng An said, thinking about earning money every day with a bright smile, "I sold bean sprouts and made money every day, business was great."
President Zhu felt a bit sad; despite coming to investigate matters, he ended up chatting about family.
"How old are you this year?"
"Eighteen, by traditional age."
"Are you planning to return to school?" President Zhu was determined; if her family wasnât willing to support her education, he would. Consider it aiding a needy student, a talent like hers shouldnât be wasted.
Anâan nodded, "My sister said I should go to college. Only by going to college can I stand out and earn more money in the future."
"Uh... Anâan, weâre revolutionaries, meant to contribute to the nationâs current construction. You canât always focus on earning money; your future belongs in the General Union, engaging in more advanced and precise work."
"Will it make a lot of money?"
"Uh... contributing to the nation canât be measured by money."
"If thereâs no money, forget it. I want to go to college because my sister told me I could earn more money, and thatâs the only reason Iâm willing. Only by earning more money can I better support my parents and avoid being bullied in the future."
President Zhu instantly had nothing more to say, and after a brief silence, he sighed: "Anâan, rest assured, no matter what you do, youâll definitely excel." Ah! This girl is too simple. It seems heâll have to discuss the future with Sheng Ning.
Earlier at the union, it was clear Sheng Ning cherished her younger sister very much and surely wouldnât neglect her.
"Really?" Since coming to the city, Anâan has always lacked confidence, and deep down sheâs constantly insecure, desperately seeking affirmation. President Zhuâs words instantly made her beam with joy.
"No doubt about it, youâre smart, hardworking, ambitious, and can endure hardships; youâll definitely be successful in the future." President Zhu didnât care if the topic went off on a tangent; after prior inquiries, he was sure Sheng An wasnât a suspect. Including that weapon, it was certainly someone elseâs deliberate framing.
"Thank you." Anâan stood up, grabbed President Zhuâs hand, and happily said, "Fatty Zhu, Iâm the kind of person whoâs loyal to friends. If someone respects me a little, I respect them a lot. Since you believe in me so much, youâll be my friend from now on."