Rebirth: Starting from the Cafeteria

Chapter 117 Entrance Test
In the next two months, Du Shaojie took on three more banquets, which he still hosted alone.

Unknowingly, Du Shaojie's reputation had spread and he had a good reputation. With people introducing him to others, he no longer needed to rely on Liao Yongxin to get work.

It's quite interesting to say that he went to the leather factory to host a wedding banquet for someone before, and the hostess looked down on him for being young. However, the wedding banquet received unanimous praise, and the woman's attitude took a 180-degree turn.

Look, one of the three banquets I recently took part in was recommended by the hostess.

After counting his gains, Du Shaojie was very happy. Not only did he earn another 240 yuan, but he also felt that his cooking skills had improved.

【Bound chef: Du Shaojie】

[Level: Level 3 Chef]

[Current works: (Dry-fried fish, big plate chicken), (Sweet and sour pork tenderloin, sweet and sour carp, Dongpo pork elbow, beef stew, Kung Pao chicken, fish-flavored pork shreds, osmanthus meat, stir-fried kidney and liver)]

【Overall evaluation: up, down, medium】

[Bonus: Simulated Chef Skills Competition Duration (440 hours)]

[Rewards: Exchange points (44 points), simulation training time (440 hours)]

[Special Reward: None]

[Exchange points: 156 points\156 points]

【Duration: 1090 hours\5256 hours】

In the past two months, Du Shaojie has spent 800 hours on simulation training, and there are 210 hours left. After three wedding banquets, he has gained 880 hours, and the remaining time has returned to four digits again.

The cumulative time has reached 5256 hours. What does this mean? For example, a chef works 8 hours a day, and a year is 300 days. Du Shaojie has spent more than two years on culinary training.

Some of this also includes time spent participating in simulated chef skills competitions, the principle is the same.

In addition, another dish [Big Plate Chicken] received an overall evaluation of “upper and lower”, which is definitely a good sign, indicating that his cooking skills are steadily improving.

During this period, there was another big thing happening at home.

Du Xiaomei and Du Xiaoya are both in graduation season. Every day when they get home, Du Shaojie urges his two sisters to study hard. Fortunately, they both work hard. In this exam, Du Xiaoya ranked first in the grade, while Du Xiaomei ranked fifth in the grade.

Du Shaojie has been having a headache these days because he wants both of his sisters to be admitted to No. 1 Middle School.

But now even the college entrance examination has not been officially resumed. The principle of admission is generally to enroll in the nearest school. If you want to go to a good school, you have to rely on connections.

"Master Liao, do you have any acquaintances in the education system?"

Du Shaojie thought about it and asked Liao Yongxin about it during lunch that day.

Of course, if the other party has no way, he plans to ask Qi Yan's parents for help. In short, he is just bumping around everywhere, trying his best to see if there is any result.

"I really don't know him. Oh, it would be great if Director Luo didn't leave. It's just a small matter that he can handle. Oh, Director Cai hasn't left yet. Why don't you find time to ask her?"

Liao Yongxin is alone here, his wife and children are in his hometown, and he really has no connection with the education system.

However, he came up with an idea and asked Du Shaojie to ask Cai Jing. After all, the other party knew a lot of people and might have a solution.

Du Shaojie nodded and said no more.

He actually wanted to go find Cai Jing before, but she was about to go south, so he didn't feel comfortable disturbing her.

After get off work in the evening, he went to buy two pieces of fruit and went to Qi Yan and Liang Meiqin's homes respectively.

The excuse was, of course, that he had been busy for a while after returning to the city, and that he had some free time recently, so he came to visit his home. Of course, this little trick could not be hidden from anyone, and in the end, he still wanted to find out if the other party could help.
They didn't mind, but when they heard that Du Shaojie wanted to send both sisters to No. 1 Middle School, Qi's father and mother said there was nothing they could do. Liang's father did the same, and only Liang Meiqin's mother hesitated.

"Shaojie, I have met the principal of No. 1 Middle School several times, but we are not very familiar with each other. How about this, I know where Principal Mao lives, and I will take you to his house later?"

This kind of relationship is actually very distant. The most you can do is to enter someone's door and have a cup of tea.

But Du Shaojie still wanted to give it a try, after all, his two younger sisters had good grades, otherwise he would not have the face to ask for help. Unlike Su Dapeng, he firmly believed that studying could change one's destiny, especially for a family like theirs.

If you want to get into a good university, the middle school stage is crucial. There is no comparison between bad schools and good schools.

Getting into university is equivalent to getting a stable job, and college students will still be assigned jobs by the state for the next ten years. This is actually a very good destination for girls.

Du Shaojie immediately expressed his gratitude, made an appointment to visit Principal Mao's home, and then got up to say goodbye.

"This kid is good, he has a sharp mind, he will definitely have a bright future."

After Du Shaojie left, Liang's father said something with a smile.

"Alas, Shaojie's father passed away early, and he is the only one who depends on him at home and outside. It is really not easy. If you can help, then help. If you really can't do it, then we will do our best."

Liang's mother was very emotional. She had a very good impression of Du Shaojie, so she was willing to help. You know, she and Principal Mao were just acquaintances, and it took courage for her to visit him rashly.

Saturday.

Du Shaojie prepared two [Dezhou Braised Chickens], some fruits, and ten boxes of royal jelly in advance. After get off work in the evening, he carried these things and walked into the staff quarters of No. 1 Middle School with Liang's mother.

This area of ​​the family compound is also made up of bungalows. After turning around several times, Liang's mother finally knocked on the door of Principal Mao's house.

Later, Principal Mao came out to open the door. He was stunned for a moment when he saw Liang Meiqin's mother, then smiled and said, "You are a rare guest, please come in."

After saying that, he calmly glanced at the bag in Du Shaojie's hand and frowned slightly. However, he didn't say anything, but politely let the two into the house.

The host and the guests sat down, and Principal Mao poured two cups of tea and placed them in front of them.

Then, Principal Mao chatted with Liang's mother about the education system for a while, and then changed the subject and said, "I guess you two came here today for something, right?"

Before this, Du Shaojie hardly said a word except for greeting Principal Mao.

At this time he had to speak: "Principal Mao, please forgive me for disturbing you! I have two sisters, one is going to high school this year, and the other is going to junior high school this year. I want them to study in No. 1 Middle School. I wonder what the requirements are?"

After listening to this, Principal Mao pondered for a moment, then tapped the armrest of the chair with his fingers and looked at Liang's mother.

Seeing a hint of reproach in the other person's eyes, Liang's mother suddenly felt her face getting hot, and she quickly explained:
"Xiao Du's family situation is quite special. His father died a few years ago to protect collective property. His mother is bedridden and he has two younger sisters to support."

Liang's mother briefly talked about Du Shaojie's family situation, and then specifically emphasized that she brought people here not to use a back door, but because the two girls' academic performance was really good.

Principal Mao's expression finally eased, and he asked, "Xiao Du, can you tell me more about your sister's graduation exam results this year?"

Du Shaojie felt that there was a chance and quickly took out the transcript he had prepared in advance.

Principal Mao took it, looked at it, and said with a smile, "Good grades, both of you are qualified to enter our school. In this way, the junior high school and high school departments will organize a unified entrance test for this situation later. Don't forget it then."

After he finished speaking, he took the transcript to the inner room and wrote two letters, then came out and handed them to Du Shaojie.

It contained the basic information of Du Xiaomei and Du Xiaoya, and their agreement to take the entrance test. The test was scheduled for 7 a.m. on July 16. In the lower right corner of the letter was Principal Mao's signature.

"Principal Mao, thank you so much! I will definitely take them to take the test on time."

Du Shaojie was overjoyed. In fact, the entrance test was just a process. As long as there was no trick in the results of the entrance examination, he would definitely be able to enter No. 1 Middle School if he performed normally.

The current No. 1 Middle School is still a five-year high school, with the junior high school and high school departments together. Unlike later generations, the current school system is five years of elementary school, three years of junior high school, and two years of high school.

Liang's mother also laughed. Although it was a little awkward when she first came in today, the final result was good.

She also expressed her gratitude to Principal Mao, and then said goodbye: "Then we won't bother you any more, and you should go to bed early."

As soon as Du Shaojie entered the room, he put the things he was carrying at his feet. There was no need to say anything to others at this time. He just stood up and walked out.

"Xiao Du, take your things away. I don't accept this kind of thing here."

Principal Mao was a little unhappy. He hated backdoor dealings. Treating and giving gifts were all considered unhealthy practices, and he didn't want anyone to bring such practices into the school.

"Principal Mao, there's nothing much here, just some fruit and royal jelly. I made these two pieces of [Dezhou Braised Chicken] myself, and it didn't cost me anything."

It is not fashionable to give money for doing things now. Even if you dare to give it, people may not dare to accept it.

But personal connections still exist objectively, and it is normal to bring some gifts when asking someone to do something for you. I didn't expect that Principal Mao would be so serious about it.

Du Shaojie felt a little embarrassed and quickly started to explain.

"You are playing the piano! Take it away, take it all away."

When Principal Mao got angry, he really didn't give any face at all.

Du Shaojie smiled awkwardly, turned around and prepared to get the things. He thought to himself: "Isn't it okay for me to take everything? I'm afraid of you."

"Lao Mao, why are you so angry again? There are guests here, and you are making fun of them."

At this time, a middle-aged woman came out from the inner room. She was wearing a pair of glasses and had an elegant and gentle temperament. She looked very well-educated.

When Principal Mao saw his wife, a smile immediately appeared on his face: "If you are not feeling well, just rest more. What are you doing out here?"

"I may be too tired these past two days and have a poor appetite. It's not a serious problem. Why do I lie down all the time? You two, our Lao Mao is a straightforward person and not very talkative. Please don't be surprised."

"No, no, Principal Mao has helped me a lot."

Du Shaojie laughed, and the atmosphere in the room eased.

(End of this chapter)