At the most romantic moment, two very practical questions were raised by Jiang Cheng, bringing Shen Que’s mind back to reality.

He held Jiang Cheng’s hands, rough and steady.

Shen Que’s eyes were filled with seriousness.

"Jiang Cheng, before meeting you, I didn’t understand why a man and a woman had to be together."

"After meeting you, I understood the significance of longing and concern."

"Whether before or after marriage, the person I fell in love with is the independent, confident, and gracious Jiang Cheng, and that will never change."

"I won’t use marriage to bind you; you just need to do what you want to do, and I’ll be your most steadfast support."

After a slight pause, Shen Que continued: "As for children... honestly, I have no idea how to be a father, I’m probably even more afraid of becoming a parent than you are."

"But no matter what, I will love you first, then it’s possible for children. If we have them, we will love them together; if not, we will love each other more."

Jiang Cheng listened with a blank expression.

After speaking, Shen Que blinked, wondering if he answered wrongly?

But these were his true feelings; he didn’t want to deceive Jiang Cheng.

"I like your answer!"

Suddenly Jiang Cheng smiled, affirming him by hugging Shen Que’s head and planting a strong kiss on his forehead.

After the kiss, Jiang Cheng leaned back.

"If I want to marry you, it’s because I really want to marry you."

Jiang Cheng pointed a finger at Shen Que’s heart: "A lifetime... some things need to be clearly stated."

Shen Que grasped Jiang Cheng’s fingertip: She mentioned a lifetime.

"I like to communicate and solve problems, rather than hiding them in my heart, so whatever it is, we should talk about it."

"Regarding my career, I certainly won’t give it up, but I will strive to balance career and family, and not neglect you."

"Regarding children, I’m not opposed; it’s just a matter of timing."

"A good relationship and marriage require two people to work hard together, I won’t always let you compromise."

Shen Que knew Jiang Cheng said a lot, but in his mind, everything condensed into one sentence: She is really thinking about marrying me after all!!

She really wants to marry me!

Jiang Cheng is really going to marry me!

After Jiang Cheng finished speaking, seeing Shen Que’s expression, she knew that his romantic mind was acting up again.

It must be said, the best dowry a man can have is a romantic mind.

She likes it!

The two sweetly talked a lot in the room, advancing their relationship significantly.

But they couldn’t stay too long, so Shen Que called Shen Xing and Shen Yue over.

The two helpers were doing homework to the side while Shen Que and Jiang Cheng packed their luggage on the other side.

Around five in the afternoon, Grandma Shen called everyone over to eat.

Shen Xing looked at the pages filled with Chinese characters and Shen Yue’s pencil-blackened face, speechless, casting a glance at their silly, happy big brother.

Oh!

His sister and brother could only sacrifice him and Yue Yue.

The four walked back through the newly opened back door to have dinner with Grandma Shen.

That evening, the family played poker in the room for a happy hour.

After more than an hour of poker, Jiang Cheng went back to the new house to sleep.

Early the next morning, after eating, Shen Que left first.

Shortly after he left, Li Chunxiang came over.

She came to find Jiang Cheng.

The two discussed the departure time for tomorrow and what to bring since they would be on the train for nearly five days.

After discussing thoroughly, Li Chunxiang went back to prepare.

Jiang Cheng simply took the opportunity to visit Teacher Lü before leaving.

Teacher Lü’s home.

When Teacher Lü saw Jiang Cheng, she chuckled and said, "Perfect timing, if you hadn’t come I would have gone looking for you."

"Is something happening?"

Jiang Cheng sat beside Teacher Lü, waiting for her to speak.

"Yes, I’m leaving."

Jiang Cheng was genuinely surprised.

"Where are you going?"

"To Beijing."

After saying this, Teacher Lü looked seriously at Jiang Cheng: "Jiang Cheng, don’t fall behind on your studies, understand?"

"Huh?"

Jiang Cheng was puzzled with an ’ah’, but a light bulb went off in her head as she realized something.

However, she pretended not to know and said: "You forgot, I’m naturally gifted!"

Teacher Lü laughed heartily, nodding: "Right, right, you’re naturally gifted."

During their chat, Jiang Cheng learned that Teacher Lü was invited by her senior brother in Beijing for work, but she didn’t specify what exactly.

Though Jiang Cheng had her guesses.

Tomorrow the October College Entrance Exam is going to be restored.

Restoring the exam means universities will be restored.

At present, universities don’t even have proper teachers, a group must be sent to set up the structure of the schools.

They even need to personally compile the textbooks.

If you think deeper, another group will likely be tasked with drafting the entrance exam questions.

Jiang Cheng was tactful enough not to ask further, only reminding Teacher Lü to take care of her health and to write when she gets to Beijing.

Teacher Lü agreed and reminded Jiang Cheng again to focus on her studies.

Jiang Cheng agreed and helped Teacher Lü pack.

Jiang Cheng knew someone would come to pick up Teacher Lü, easing her mind.

Jiang Cheng had a feeling she would see Teacher Lü when she went to Beijing.

Perhaps by then, Teacher Lü’s status would be different.

That afternoon, Jiang Cheng stayed at Teacher Lü’s home, kept her company for dinner.

She learned that Teacher Lü’s child had already gone abroad.

"You—"

"I’m alright, at this age I’ve seen through everything."

"While my old bones can still move, it’s nice to contribute a little."

Jiang Cheng nodded and changed the topic: "Remember to use the medicinal wine I gave you."

"I know, I’m using it, it works really well."

"That’s good."

After a while, Jiang Cheng left Teacher Lü’s house.

Both the old and young felt reluctant, but they each had their own missions to complete.

Finally, they agreed to meet in Beijing.

Jiang Cheng promised: "You will definitely see me!"

"I believe!"

Jiang Cheng nodded confidently, said goodbye, and left.

Teacher Lü watched her walk away for a good stretch, then turned to start her new journey.

Jiang Cheng returned to the courtyard and saw Leader Song from Sea City Foreign Trade at the door.

"Leader Song, why are you here?"

Leader Song hurriedly approached, couldn’t wait to ask before entering the house: "Ms. Jiang Cheng, you’re going to Guangzhou tomorrow, do you need to take anything?"

"I heard you took a lot of factory products last time you went to Sea City."

Jiang Cheng understood and explained:

"Leader Song, at present Sea City is at its production limit, biting off more than we can chew, it’s better to proceed steadily and surely."

Leader Song shivered all over upon hearing this; he was greedy for recognition.

He drew a breath sharply, feeling guilty and apologizing, but was stopped by Jiang Cheng.

"You’re not greedy, you’re just deeply concerned about Sea City’s development."

"I also want what’s best for Sea City, which is human nature."

Leader Song shook his head, thanking Jiang Cheng for her reminder.

Calming down, he asked with cold sweat: "So this time, you’re not going to get foreign exchange?"

Jiang Cheng raised an eyebrow with a smile, shook her head.

"How could that be!"

"Our Hua Xia’s best factories are there; would I lack for products?"