Transmigrated as Cannon Fodder — I Rise to Female Lead Through Hard Work-Chapter 174: Receiving the Graduation Certificate

Chapter 174: Chapter 174: Receiving the Graduation Certificate

Having witnessed Hua Nianci firsthand, Liu Guangmei and Ma Baidao now completely trusted her, pulling Yi Weiliang aside to express their gratitude.

"Youning, do you want to live with this brother and his family?" Liu Guangmei asked, looking at Liu Youning.

"Hello, brother, hello, sister." Liu Youning was still young, but Yi Weiliang and Yi Roujing’s kindness and gentleness left a mark on his sensitive heart, allowing him to discern sincerity, which is why he replied straightforwardly when Liu Guangmei asked.

Liu Guangmei’s eyes turned red as she nodded repeatedly.

Returning to Bright Alley, the arrangements were settled: each month, the two families would share custody, but the compensation money must also be split evenly, otherwise, Liu Guangmei wouldn’t agree.

Yi Weiliang didn’t mind; even if half of the money was handed over, it was meant to be saved for Liu Youning. The most gratifying part was that the issue was resolved perfectly.

Since Liu Youning began studying at Hua Nianci’s home, the sight of Liu Guangmei bringing her child to work at the textile factory disappeared, although Liu Guangmao’s family would occasionally show up, causing a scene at the factory. Liu Guangmei couldn’t just stand by, so she would directly take them to Hua Nianci.

Seeing the police station across the street, where Lou Wenjian stood at the entrance, Liu Guangmao’s family went silent as quails, not daring to make a sound. The leaders at the textile factory also looked into the matter via the police station, and from then on, when Liu Guangmao’s family attempted to cause trouble at the factory, the gatekeeper would stop them and spread the word, making everyone in the factory aware.

The gossip about Liu Guangmei stopped altogether, and when people learned she had sent her nephew to study at Hua’s, her reputation in the factory improved significantly.

On July 11th, a Friday, it was the day Yi Roujing attended County First Middle School’s high school graduation ceremony. She had swapped her shift with a colleague the night before, working the night shift so she could rest today without needing to take leave.

"We won’t go to Bright Alley for breakfast today; I made noodles." Yi Roujing, with tousled hair from sleep, yawned while sitting on the bed as Ding Ancheng pushed the door open and came in.

"By the way, aren’t you curious about your final exam results?" Ding Ancheng sat on the edge of the bed, pulled her into his arms, and asked with a smile.

"I answered the questions myself, I’m confident. Getting the diploma isn’t a problem." Yi Roujing, nestled on Ding Ancheng’s shoulder, replied somewhat drowsily.

"Yes, you’re amazing." A sincere laugh came from deep within Ding Ancheng’s chest.

"Get up, brush your teeth, wash your face, or the noodles will get soggy." Ding Ancheng let her go, pecked her lips gently, then stood up.

"I haven’t even brushed my teeth, yet you don’t mind," Yi Roujing replied with some amusement.

"I’ve seen you in every state," Ding Ancheng laughed, "but I love you no matter what."

Yi Roujing blushed, casting him a sidelong glance before getting up to dress.

Today, County First Middle School was exceptionally lively yet also heavy with sadness. Many students without diplomas were already weeping because, for many of them, their academic journey had ended, and they would soon enter society.

Of course, some were overjoyed to finally be done with school, an occasion worth celebrating.

Among them, Yi Roujing remained the most calm and composed, being somewhat of an outsider to County First Middle School, not fully understanding or having the right to share in these emotions.

"Worthy of being the class monitor, still acing the graduation exams." Many classmates surrounded a boy in a white short-sleeved shirt, gray pants, and liberation shoes, offering their congratulations.

"Class monitor, you must keep striving in college and don’t forget us." Several classmates teared up, "Work hard for our sake as well, to make significant contributions to our country in the future."

"I will," the boy declared, clenching his fist with a spirited stance.

"By the way, where’s Yilin? Why haven’t we seen her?"

"She was disappointed with only getting third place this time and is probably hiding in some corner crying."

"Third is still impressive! But it’s strange; the person who came in second this time is named Yi Roujing. Have you heard of her? I didn’t even know our school had someone by that name."

"I heard she is Ding’s wife. That’s amazing; not only is Ding capable, but his wife is as well."

"But I heard from teachers in other classes that Ding’s wife only has a middle school education. How could she just take an exam and get such good results? Do you think Ding might have given her the answers ahead of time?"

"Ding would never do such a thing."

"I don’t think Ding would either. Ding doesn’t lack the ability to tutor his wife for a good score, which isn’t surprising, is it?"

"True."

"Besides, Ding’s wife is already working, so there’s no need to take up a Worker, Peasant, Soldier University spot. A good or bad result has no impact on us."

"Exactly, I believe she earned it through her abilities. Otherwise, simply obtaining a diploma wouldn’t be out of reach; she has Ding at home, and retaking exams isn’t difficult if the family can support it. There’s no reason to cheat."

...

Yi Roujing, attending the graduation ceremony, wasn’t recognized by County First Middle School students, but she heard the discussions and marveled at Ding Ancheng’s impressive reputation there.

"I wonder if the students going to Worker, Peasant, Soldier University will do well in the next exams; it’s been a long time since a student was accepted to Jing University."

"You think Jing University is as common as cabbages? Only a handful from the entire city get in."

"Even getting into a teachers’ college would be good enough. Being a teacher is excellent, with summer and winter vacations."

...

Yi Roujing reflected on this with clarity. In the future, many people would seek a comfortable life, making civil service exams and teaching positions a growing trend, as no other job offers as much time off as teaching does.

For herself, due to family obligations, she was destined to become a doctor. Being a doctor is tough, yes, but there’s joy in it because the significance of being a doctor is matched by few other professions; it concerns life and death.

After entering the auditorium, Yi Roujing took her diploma and left early, feeling she didn’t belong there and preferring not to intrude.

With the day off, Yi Roujing took over the task of buying groceries. To celebrate her graduation, she planned to buy a grand spread. Of course, the store had limited supplies; Ancheng had already queued early for the meat, and she only needed to buy vegetables.

"Sister." As Yi Roujing was picking out lotus roots, a somewhat familiar young girl’s voice called from behind. Turning around, she saw it was Liu Mohe. Compared to the last time she saw her, the young girl’s spirit had diminished somewhat.

Of course, Yi Roujing wasn’t concerned with the girl’s state of mind. Observing the impure innocence in the girl’s eyes, Yi Roujing managed a smile and said, "Oh, it’s you. Where’s your family?"