Rebirth 07: Start adding points from elementary school students

Chapter 43 The Helplessness of a Small Town

Li Yan didn't care about other noises, he only had eyes for the question.

Qiu Runlin studied it with several other math teachers for a while before they determined that Li Yan's answer was indeed not perfect.

"There is still one possibility missing, but that is completely within the scope of junior high school mathematics... or even junior high school content." Qiu Runlin smiled with relief, "It's normal that you can't solve it."

"You are already very good. In previous years, those who could answer all the questions in the Mathematical Olympiad were all strong contenders for the provincial first prize."

"Moreover, this child solved the final question, which was of such difficulty, and he basically solved it. He only missed one of the six possibilities. I think he will definitely win first place in the province."

The math teachers were discussing happily.

"The fourth tone of the word 'zhou' means the second to last." Li Yan said something completely unrelated, "But the language is based on conventions, so it can also be used to describe the one who calms down the crowd."

He didn't know why he said this. Maybe he was in a trance and his brain was taken over by the main logic section.

The math teachers were quiet.

Director Wang laughed out loud, "This kid is also very good at Chinese. You should know that he is the winner of the special prize in our city's elementary school essay writing competition."

Before he could even sigh, Director Wang immediately added:

“He’s also very good at English.”

On the way back to Lincheng, the person involved, Li Yan, just sat in the back seat of the car, listening numbly to the teachers in the car praising him one after another.

It's basically a public execution.

A good weekend comes and goes, and a new week comes in a flash.

Three important competitions were over, and he had already mastered what he learned in primary school, but he suddenly felt a little empty.

His classmates all treated him as a triumphant hero, causing him to keep explaining that just passing the exam didn't mean he had won a prize.

He thought that Zhang Ming and his gang were trying to deceive him again, but he heard Lin Zhiyuan tell the truth:
"Teacher Qiu has always said that you will definitely win first prize!"

It's hard to guard against...

So this time he is really being mean?

Li Yan observed those troublemakers and unexpectedly discovered that Ding Weijie had returned to his studious self, He Han was no longer as reckless as before, and Wang Chao even started reading a book.

And Zhang Ming... was standing next to him and handed him a chocolate.

"You can't refuse to eat this, right?"

Li Yan took the chocolate with a smile, "Thank you, I just happened to have consumed too much these past two days, so I need to replenish my energy."

Zhang Ming pursed his lips, returned to his seat without saying anything.

This... why does this behavior give me an inexplicable sense of déjà vu?

Just like when love starts to grow, write a letter and put it in the chocolate package to express your feelings...

That's not right. The protagonist must be Li Xinyuan. Zhang Ming is nothing.

Li Yan smiled and pinched the chocolate, and it really was like folded paper.

He was so scared that he couldn't sit still. Even the last question in the Mathematical Olympiad didn't make him so nervous.

He was relieved when he got home at noon. It turned out to be just an apology letter. It was not affectionate and sincere, but full of stubbornness and excuses.

But at least I have identified my past behavior as wrong, and that is enough.

This kid Zhang Ming...does he have to maintain his noble image even when sending an apology letter?

Li Yan suddenly felt relaxed, with an inexplicable sense of pleasure as if a heavy burden had been lifted off her shoulders.

The results of the Mathematical Olympiad will be out in a week, and the top five in the province will be eligible to compete in the national competition. This is like the charge to the next stage.

Take a good rest before the bell blows.

The sleepiness in March begins to become more intense as spring gradually arrives.

In the new week, half of the students in the class couldn't open their eyes during morning reading.

But as soon as Chen Wenjing and Qiu Runlin entered the classroom, everyone became alert.

Here it comes, the familiar rhythm, the class meeting of Class 601, and Li Yan's personal show. "Classmates, I want to announce a good news. Li Yan won the first prize in the provincial Olympic Mathematics Competition!"

There was thunderous applause in the class, and some voices of “as expected” and “I knew it” were heard. It seemed that the students were somewhat immune to Li Yan’s “miracle”.

With so many awards coming one after another, I can’t even feel the weight of the awards anymore.

Lin Zhiyuan thought for a long time and finally could only say: "Mr. Yan, I don't know how to praise you. You take awards like drinking water."

So he really didn't think that Li Yan was pretending by not showing any excitement at this moment.

If Li Yan said what he was thinking, he would inevitably be scolded by the fat boy again.

Why isn't Mr. Qiu excited? Why doesn't he say what his ranking is in the province?

His goal is not just to get first place in the province. Is he still not qualified enough to take the exam for the national award?

Before the class meeting was over, Teacher Qiu called Li Yan out.

Qiu Runlin in the office had a conflicted expression and seemed to be hesitant to speak.

As expected... Li Yan sighed softly, "It's okay, Teacher Qiu, it's just that my level is not good enough."

"That's wrong!" Teacher Qiu shook his head painfully. "If my level was really not good enough, I wouldn't be so upset."

"Ah?" Li Yan was shocked.

"Li Yan, you mature precociously, let me tell you."

Judging from Qiu Runlin's low voice, he might have been pressured by his superiors.

"Your result this time is third in the province. When it first came out, not only our Yucai but also all the math teachers participating in the competition were so happy!
"But... you were not on the list of people participating in the national competition."

Li Yan waited quietly for the math teacher to finish speaking.

"We were all very angry. Director Wang even negotiated with the organizing committee on the spot. The result was that they said they would consider the students' overall strength."

Qiu Runlin sighed deeply, "We have all tried our best, but in terms of comprehensive strength, how can Yucai compare with a school like New Taipei First High School?

"The level of the competitions they participated in has always been relatively high. In the final analysis, the province still does not recognize you as a dark horse."

After finishing her words, Li Yan bit her lip and remained silent.

Qiu Runlin came back to his senses, a little flustered, "Li Yan, I shouldn't have told you this information. From Director Wang to Director Cai, no one wants you to feel frustrated because of this."

"You just don't want me to blame the problem on them, on Lin Cheng, and on Yucai." Li Yan replied.

These words woke Qiu Runlin up and he was unable to respond for a long time.

"Hey, Mr. Qiu, the platform is still very important."

Ding!
[Investment +1, total 3]

Is it so important to know the platform? But it’s only three points, and the highest investment is only level three skills. Just raise it. It’s useless before you have capital.

"Li Yan, I understand what you are saying very well. Back then, I..."

It’s the same story from ten years ago when the man was full of vigor and vitality and finally made the small town his home.

"I am very grateful for the teacher's efforts. I am just expressing my feelings. Yucai has fought so hard for me, and Lincheng has also given me opportunities. I will never forget them wherever I go."

Looking at Li Yan's peaceful smile, the math teacher finally felt relieved.

Li Yan turned and walked out of the office, and her expression changed immediately.

How could I be willing?

I once again realized the importance of the platform and I can no longer allow myself to continue developing like this.

The initiative to change your life must be firmly held in your own hands no matter what!
His previously wavering ideas were completely determined by this competition.

What he didn't expect was that just as he made up his mind, a visitor came over there that shocked the entire Yucai Primary School:

The principals of the four major junior high schools in Rin City.

(End of this chapter)