Rebirth in the 60s: A Path to Counterattack-Chapter 309. The college entrance examination is over, full of confidence
"Alright, the child doesn’t want us to go, and that’s also out of filial piety. It’s so unbearably hot; even if we went, what help could we be? Shouyi, his uncle, is there, so Lian En definitely won’t be wronged!" Feng Ju, glancing at Lianshan and Shuzhen, who were pacing back and forth in the house debating whether to follow them to the city, tried to console them half-heartedly.
Just like Chenchen said, with Lian En’s current level of painting skills and renown, all the major fine arts academies in the country are vying for him.
If there were better traditional Chinese painting schools abroad, he could easily go abroad for further enrichment.
No need for Mr. Wu Tong’s golden reputation; his own disciple’s skills suffice.
Such formidable professional prowess, with consistently high scores in cultural subjects.
With Lian En’s capabilities alone, Feng Ju couldn’t help but not worry.
He couldn’t fathom why Lianshan and Shuzhen, usually so calm, were now as restless as ants on a hot grill.
"Hehe, that’s the reasoning indeed. But, a mother worries no matter how far her child travels, right? Let alone one of the most crucial exams in life! We know it’s futile worry, but we can’t control our emotions! Never mind, you’re single; you wouldn’t understand..." Lianshan chuckled and shook his head, exuding the look of someone thinking a bachelor wouldn’t comprehend a parent’s feelings.
This really blocked Feng Ju!
Isn’t it just about marrying a wife and raising kids? What’s so great about that?
Alright, marrying someone like Shuzhen and raising smart kids like Lian En and Chenchen.
It truly is quite remarkable!
No way around it, his little disciple values filial piety the most, especially respectful to his naive dad, Lianshan.
For the sake of master-disciple harmony, Feng Ju really doesn’t dare confront Lianshan.
He’s afraid the little disciple would throw a tantrum because of it, complaining that he won’t study art anymore.
From morning concerns to noon worries, and afternoon anxieties.
They were watching intently for Liu Shouyi’s car to arrive in the yard.
Shuzhen and Lianshan, like having springs under them, immediately stood up and dashed into the yard.
By the time Feng Ju realized the couple’s swift action, they were already circling around his favorite disciple.
"How’s it going, my boy? It’s so hot, are you thirsty? Hungry? You must be tired after a whole day of exams?"
"I’ve got some carp tofu soup simmering in the pot, it’s nourishing and replenishing. And your favorite milk buns and an assortment of wild vegetables. Wash your hands, eat and then have a good rest, so you’ll be in top shape for tomorrow’s exam!"
The couple refrained from asking too much, fearing they’d add pressure to the child.
They didn’t mention performance or scores at all, their talk was all about Lian En’s physical condition.
Their parents’ full care and absolute empathy made Lian En’s heart feel like it was soaking in warm water, radiating complete comfort.
Not wanting them to keep worrying, Lian En quickly smiled and spoke up, proactively bringing up the college entrance exam that his parents certainly worried about but didn’t mention due to his mood: "Mom, Dad, Master, Uncle, don’t worry. The exam questions weren’t difficult at all. Judging from today, no need to just aim for a fine art academy, I’d be quite confident even if I applied to B University like Jiezi."
"Hehe, no worries, why wouldn’t we be assured? My boy has always been the best!" Lianshan, overjoyed, patted his shoulder with pride: "Once the exam results come out, I’ll throw a big banquet to celebrate my son’s academic advancement."
Father and son walked toward the house, arm in arm, intimately.
That warm familiarity made Feng Ju feel like a boiling pot of vinegar was bubbling inside him.
What about the saying, ’Once a teacher, forever a father’?
This master-disciple relationship over the years, yet this rascal has never shown such closeness towards his master even once!
Alas, at this moment, Lian En was busy bonding with Lianshan, and Shuzhen had already turned to enter the house with Liu Shouyi’s arrival, busy serving dishes and soup to Lian En.
Nobody even noticed Feng Ju’s sudden burst of jealousy.
Later in the evening, when the younger ones came home from school, they clustered around Lian En with concern.
Having been instructed by their parents, the little ones didn’t mention scores or anything, instead, some fanned him, some massaged his shoulders, some poured tea, others fed him fruit.
Determined to let their tired big brother relax so that he’d be more energized for the next day’s challenges.
Usually being the ones taken care of, suddenly they took care of someone else. The effect might not have been perfect, but the gesture was what mattered most, right? 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞
Overall, Lian En felt that his parents, brothers, and sisters were simply the best in the world.
Their family of eight was the warmest, most fulfilling, and most harmonious and loving family under the sky.
He vowed to do everything he could to protect their home, keeping it warm and whole, not letting anyone or anything destroy it!
The next morning, it was still the same breakfast: a dough stick, two marinated eggs, and a bowl of hand-rolled noodles made by his master.
With a smile, Lian En ate the breakfast filled with his family’s best wishes and once again rode his uncle’s car speeding toward the exam site.
Returning home in the afternoon, Lian En beamed and told his parents: "If a big banquet is really necessary to express your happiness, then you can start preparing now. Unless the Central Academy of Fine Arts isn’t enrolling this year, I’ll definitely be one of the new students!"
"Oh my, hearing my boy’s words, I know he did well for sure. Oh dear, I better get some paper money and offerings to pay respects at your grandparents’ grave, to inform them that another college student is emerging from the Lian family!"
But as for the banquet, we can wait a bit.
We don’t want others to think, as confident parents, if we prepare early, it’s our son’s arrogance!" Also guarding against the chance, however small, that he might not pass, so the gossipers can’t hold anything over.
He’s a manly man who doesn’t care about a little mockery, but he absolutely can’t bear anyone saying a single bad word about his child.
The wise dad fears even more that if he misses the mark, he can’t take back his big words, and it’d be embarrassing. Being young and spirited, the pressure might be too much for him to handle.
Lian En smiled gratefully and didn’t say much more.
There are only twenty days or so left; once scores are out, whether it’s confidence or arrogance will be measured by results.
From a young age, always at the top of his class, an absolute brilliance among scholars, Lian En was quite confident in his results.
After all, in both big and small exams, and various mock tests, out of 750 points, he never scored below 700.
Had he not set his heart on painting and deeply aspired to a fine arts college, with his excellent grades, he’d easily get into B University or Qing University.
