The Tender Beauty is Sweetly Doted in the 20th Century Novel!-Chapter 238 - 237: He Only Went to Elementary School

Chapter 238: Chapter 237: He Only Went to Elementary School

Ye Manman was a bit puzzled.

"I can only guess it’s because of the chemistry competition results, can’t guess the rest. Why don’t you just tell me, senior?"

Lin Zhishu chuckled lightly, as if amused by her response, his laughter clear like a gentle breeze.

Hearing this familiar laughter, Cheng Yuan gripped the phone tightly.

She unconsciously bit her lip, one hand covering her heart, her heartbeat racing.

Long-buried memories resurfaced, and she was quickly lost in them.

"Actually, I just wanted to ask if you’re interested in joining our medical school."

Ye Manman hadn’t expected him to have such an idea, she was a bit surprised.

"Honestly, I really don’t have any interest in that..."

She had never considered studying medicine.

Lin Zhishu hadn’t expected her refusal to be so straightforward, he couldn’t help but chuckle.

"Ahem, yes, you’re right, I misunderstood."

"But you managed to clinch first place in a chemistry competition while being in the foreign languages department, you’re truly a rare and talented individual. If you ever choose to pursue medicine, you’d surely help countless people in the future."

He looked genuinely regretful and somewhat unwilling, seeming like someone trying one last push.

Ye Manman said somewhat helplessly.

"Senior, based on what you said, I could focus on math, there are several subjects I could take first in, it’s just I don’t have the time, and those competitions don’t offer much money."

"Everyone has their own aspirations, it’s not just through medicine that one can contribute to the country; you can help others from different perspectives. I have my own reasons for choosing my current major."

She didn’t elaborate, but it was enough for Lin Zhishu to understand her determination not to change majors lightly.

Lin Zhishu sighed, "Well, since you put it like that, I won’t bother you any further."

"But I am still very eager to see your performance in the finals."

He finished saying what he wanted, realizing Ye Manman was still on the call, he reminded her to keep an eye on the time and hurry the call, while he waited by the side.

He knew Ye Manman waited for him in the classroom for over ten minutes, delaying her call time, at this hour she should be eating by now.

Feeling somewhat guilty, he also wanted to chat more with her about chemistry.

After all, meeting such a unique talent is rare, even if she’s not studying our major, perhaps precisely because of that, she might have some unique insights.

Anyway, at least he should take her out for a meal today.

He silently waited, staring at the wall, his gaze a bit vacant.

If someone familiar saw him like this, they’d immediately know he’s simulating experiments or pondering some problem in his mind.

Ye Manman clearly wasn’t familiar with him and didn’t know what he was thinking.

She initially wanted to say a few more words to Cheng Yuan, comfort her a bit, but didn’t expect Cheng Yuan to be already breaking down in tears on the other end.

"Cheng"

"Manman, please don’t say my name, don’t let him hear it, I beg you..."

As she spoke the first word, Cheng Yuan tearfully interrupted her.

Ye Manman pursed her lips briefly, "Okay."

Cheng Yuan seemed to try to compose her emotions but failed.

She smiled and sighed, "Oh dear, Manman, again you’ve heard me cry, don’t laugh at me, okay..."

"I’ll be fine soon, you haven’t eaten yet, right? During your pregnancy, it’s crucial to have regular meals, tomorrow around this time I’ll still be waiting for you at the phone booth, after Jiang Yuan calls you back, give me a call; I’ll arrange a time with you to pick her up."

She deliberately acted relieved, speaking while smiling, though her voice was choked with emotion.

Ye Manman felt quite uncomfortable hearing it.

She barely agreed with a sound, and soon Cheng Yuan hung up the call.

She didn’t know if Cheng Yuan would cry her eyes out after hanging up, or if she’d sleep peacefully tonight.

As a good friend, watching all this yet unable to lend a helping hand, she felt extremely distressed.

Seeing she finished her call, Lin Zhishu quickly snapped back to reality and invited her to the cafeteria for a meal.

Ye Manman led him to the cafeteria where she had her daily maternity nutrition meals.

On the way, E hearing her mention how He Chen made her a maternity menu and even set up a dedicated little window for it, he was stunned.

"Has He Chen studied medicine?"

Ye Manman shook her head, "No, he only attended primary school, never went to middle or high school."

Lin Zhishu was even more shocked.

"No way? Then how did he..."

He paused momentarily, seemingly realizing he was overly excited today, speaking without much thought, he reorganized his words.

"Did the menu he wrote get checked by a doctor?"

"I’m not doubting his skills, it’s just for pregnant women, it’s crucial they have balanced nutrition and abide by various dietary restrictions; many foods considered healthy for ordinary people might not be suitable for pregnant women. Having a doctor check it would be safer."

Ye Manman sipped her soup, "Yes, a doctor made some adjustments but overall what he wrote was largely fine."

Lin Zhishu suddenly felt slightly uninterested in food due to his excitement.

Yet, the thought emerging in his mind was quickly suppressed.

He silently took another bite of rice, feeling a bit uncomfortable.

Both husband and wife are really talented in these matters. Ye Manman being exceptionally gifted academically is understandable, but He Chen, only having attended elementary school, managed to write a maternity menu that a nutritionist could create.

It’s absolutely remarkable.

Too bad, He Chen has no interest in studying, and the country no longer accepts married candidates through social exams, there’s no way to recruit either husband or wife.

A bit disheartening.

Deeply discouraged, Lin Zhishu accompanied Ye Manman for lunch and then hurried back to the experimental building.

Ye Manman didn’t question him further about anything.

Honestly, she did have a bit of curiosity about Lin Zhishu’s thoughts on relationships, but such matters are too personal, and given Cheng Yuan’s description, Lin Zhishu’s emotional experiences haven’t been pleasant, prying would undoubtedly be like pouring salt into someone else’s wounds.

They’re not close to that extent yet.

Even if they were very close, digging into someone’s wounds wouldn’t be considerate.

Ye Manman wouldn’t do such things; Cheng Yuan and his future could only depend on their fate.

With no classes in the afternoon, she carried her conspicuous trophy everywhere, with countless people gawking at her along the way, making it inconvenient to lug a trophy to the library.

Returning to the Liu Family, she handed the trophy to Liu Rulan.

Liu Rulan’s condition had significantly improved since that first day, with no new scars on her hands or body.

Seeing Ye Manman holding the gleaming trophy and calling her, Liu Rulan beamed with joy, bouncing around happily. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝚠𝕖𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝕖𝚕.𝚌𝗼𝗺

"Mom, I’ll leave the trophy with you, would you help keep it safe for me?"

She loved seeing Liu Rulan happy, and Liu Rulan cherished everything she brought.

She had brought her snacks and clothes.

Liu Rulan had slowly eaten the snacks, and those two pieces of clothing she wore almost every day, as if having her items around kept Liu Rulan’s mental state stable.

Which is why she insisted on leaving the trophy with her.

Initially, Liu Gaoyuan was somewhat opposed, fearing Liu Rulan might suddenly act out and hurt herself with the trophy.

But seeing Liu Rulan carefully cradling the trophy, proudly exclaiming "Manman is amazing," Liu Gaoyuan realized he was overly worried.