Reborn in the 80s: The Smart Wife with a Secret Space Chapter 291

As soon as Su Jingsong stepped outside, he ran into them: "It’s great that you’re back, perfect timing for you to look into something."

After explaining the matter: "Have some water first, take a break, then go handle it."

Zhang Libing nodded and divided the group into two. One group went to Malan Town High School to learn about Xinyan’s past and check for any of her photos, also to understand Granny Zhang’s situation.

The other group directly bought train tickets to Sanyuan City at the station, getting a head start to investigate the Mechanical Factory.

Meanwhile, Granny Zhang in Malan Town was all smiles while opening a letter, which should have arrived days ago but was delayed due to rain.

Upon reading the letter’s contents, Granny Zhang was happy but also conflicted.

The girl mentioned in the letter that she would come back to see her after the college entrance exam and said she’d live together with her after getting the admission notice, claiming she’d take care of her in old age.

Thinking of the girl’s thoughtfulness, her eyes couldn’t help but redden. She truly treated her like a granddaughter, but never thought of letting the girl take care of her. The fact that the girl could say such words was comforting, but how could she be a burden?

If, in the future, she remembers this sentiment and comes to see her often, that would be enough.

All of Granny Zhang’s sons had sacrificed themselves, and the old lady had been living alone for years. Close relatives were few, and those distant ones hadn’t succeeded in scheming against her estate, not for lack of trying.

There were plenty of neighbors who liked taking advantage, aiming to scrounge, but Granny Zhang was formidable, looking down on everyone, until she met Xinyan. Since Xinyan moved into her home, there were many who spoke ill, but Granny Zhang never cared.

However, in the end, she couldn’t protect Xinyan. Granny Zhang tried to find solutions, but Xinyan rejected them. She didn’t want Granny Zhang to worry because of her, and she knew exactly the character of the Yu Family; truly getting involved would mean Granny Zhang would never have peaceful days again.

*

After helping out in Upper River Village for a day, Xinyan and her friends returned to school the next day, as the school needed cleaning too; even those who had finished the college entrance exam had to return to estimate their scores.

Luckily, the school was situated higher, and there wasn’t much mud in the courtyard. With many hands at work, it was cleared quickly.

Once back in the classroom to estimate scores, Xinyan reported twenty points lower than she estimated; she really didn’t want to be the center of discussion.

Even so, her estimated score was still the highest in the school. After estimating her score, Zhao Jianlan, whom she had tutored, clung to her arm, saying, "Xinyan, I think I’ve steadied it; thank you. Without you, I might be stuck at home."

Xinyan laughed warmly at her: "Don’t mention it. Others only lead you to the door, but if you hadn’t worked hard day and night, it would have meant nothing. The achievements you’ve made today are all from your own efforts, congratulations."

Deeply moved, Zhao Jianlan hugged Xinyan tightly: "I’ll remember this forever. Whether you return here in the future, we shouldn’t lose touch."

After all, she knew Xinyan had applied to schools in the Capital; given her special situation, her intelligence and diligence, her results wouldn’t be poor, and she might even stay there.

Zhao Jianlan’s words made Xinyan feel a bit sentimental: "Alright."

But thinking about it, since she promised to be in a relationship with He Jinxuan, how could she not return?

While they were still talking, someone shouted, "The photographer is here, everyone come out to take graduation photos."

This was thanks to a classmate who had a connection; his uncle was a photographer at a state-owned studio who agreed to make the trip. However, it was decided that anyone who wanted a photo would pay for it afterward, with no obligation.

Naturally, Xinyan wanted one; regardless, it was something worth remembering.