NCCnovel Chapter 72 The Junior High School Entrance Exam is Over Just Like That
Chapter 72 The Junior High School Entrance Exam is Over Just Like That
Time flies in the game, and June arrived quickly. Sunlight streamed through the window, falling on Yuan Bao and her older brother Bao Guo's desk piled high with books, subtly revealing the tense atmosphere of the high school entrance exam. At this moment, the siblings were looking forward to their respective futures.
Yuan Bao held a pen in his hand, turning it unconsciously, his eyes fixed on the college application guide spread out in front of him, his mind filled with daydreams about high school life.
Bao Guo leaned back in his chair, his hands clasped behind his head, his gaze somewhat vacant, as if he were contemplating an extremely important decision.
“Little sister, I’ve made up my mind. I won’t go to the same high school as you.” Bao Guo broke the silence first, his voice carrying a hint of determination.
Yuan Bao suddenly looked up, his eyes full of surprise: "Big brother, why? We've always gone to school together, isn't that great?"
Bao Guo gave a wry smile, sat up straight, leaned forward, and looked earnestly at Yuan Bao: "Little sister, you're amazing. From the beginning of junior high, you've been on a roll in your studies. Take this high school entrance exam for example, I knew you'd be at the top of the class again. If I were still in the same high school as you, I'd be completely overshadowed by your brilliance. I also want to make my own way in the world; better to be a big fish in a small pond than a small fish in a big pond."
Yuan Bao opened his mouth, wanting to refute, but then felt that his elder brother's words made some sense.
She knew her older brother had always worked very hard, but she herself had been blessed with the attribute of intelligence, making her more adept at learning, which is why her older brother's brilliance was often overshadowed.
Thinking of this, Yuan Bao nodded gently: "Big brother, I respect your decision. No matter what, we have to study hard and strive towards our dreams."
A hint of relief flashed in Bao Guo's eyes as he reached out and ruffled Yuan Bao's hair: "Don't worry, Bao Mei, even though we're separated, let's encourage each other and strive to achieve great things in high school."
The days flew by in the midst of intense exam preparation, and the battlefield of the high school entrance exam finally arrived.
On the day the exam began, the sun blazed down on the earth. Outside the exam hall, parents waited anxiously, fanning themselves incessantly, but unable to dispel the heat and unease in their hearts.
Yuan Bao and Bao Guo, filled with dreams and hopes, stepped into the examination hall.
Inside the Chinese exam room, Yuan Bao received the test paper, his eyes gleaming as he quickly scanned the questions.
When she saw the essay topic, she frowned slightly. It was an essay about "the most profound trials." Instantly, she recalled the countless falls and rises she experienced while learning dance, from initial stiffness to graceful movements on stage. Her fingers rubbed the pen a few times, and then her thoughts flowed freely, with lines of beautiful handwriting appearing on the answer sheet.
The atmosphere in the math exam room was so heavy it felt like it could freeze into frost.
Yuan Bao could quickly write down all the questions he encountered, with meticulous steps and a smooth, uninterrupted flow.
On Bao Guo's side, facing a difficult problem combining functions and geometry, fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead, and his heart suddenly raced.
He took a deep breath, re-examined the problem, matched the function expression with the line segment relationships in the graph, and wrote furiously on the draft paper. After repeated derivations, he finally found the breakthrough.
During the English exam, Yuan Bao was fully focused on the listening section. His ears were like sensitive radar, capturing every word and every intonation, and quickly recording key information on the test paper.
In the written test, she handled the grammar and vocabulary questions with ease, and the reading comprehension passages were like windows to a foreign world for her; she easily understood the meaning of the text and accurately selected the answers.
Bao Guo was not to be outdone. With his solid grammar foundation and extensive daily reading, he answered the questions steadily and surely.
The combined physics and chemistry exam features a dazzling array of experimental and calculation questions.
Yuan Bao memorized the experimental principles of physics and the equations of chemistry. When she encountered an experimental question about exploring circuit faults, she quickly determined the cause of the fault based on her deep understanding of circuit knowledge and wrote down the detailed analysis process on the answer sheet.
In the chemistry section, when faced with questions about deducing the composition of substances, she started by analyzing the characteristics of the substances, such as their color and smell, and gradually came up with the answer.
Bao Guo also performed exceptionally well. He was skilled in using physics and chemistry formulas and was meticulous in his calculations, ensuring that every result was accurate.
The day the results were announced, the Yuan family was in an uproar.
Yuan Bao lived up to expectations, taking the top spot with the highest score in the city, while Bao Guo followed closely behind, securing third place.
For a time, calls to Mr. Yuan's workplace never stopped. Several high schools in the city seemed to have discovered a rare gem and extended offers to him.
The constant visits from admissions officers nearly wore down the Yuan family's doorstep.
Mr. and Mrs. Yuan are always cheerful. They feel very proud when faced with compliments from colleagues and friends, and their smiles never fall.
On this day, teachers from various schools came to Yuan Bao's home once again.
Yuan Bao sat on the living room sofa, the coffee table in front of her piled with admission brochures from various schools. She carefully flipped through them, making her own decisions.
"Yuan Bao, come to our No. 1 High School! Our school has the strongest teaching staff in the city, and every year countless students are admitted to key universities. With your talent, you will definitely receive the best training here, and getting into Tsinghua or Peking University will not be a dream." The admissions teacher from No. 1 High School spoke earnestly, his eyes full of expectation.
Before Yuan Bao could respond, the teacher from No. 2 Middle School quickly chimed in: "The competition at No. 1 Middle School is too fierce, Yuan Bao. Come to our No. 2 Middle School. We focus on the all-round development of students. In addition to waiving tuition fees and providing scholarships, we will provide you with the broadest platform. Moreover, we guarantee that as long as your grades are stable, we will give you the greatest freedom so that you can freely explore the ocean of knowledge."
Yuan Bao's eyes lit up. She was moved by this respect and trust, which was undoubtedly a very attractive condition for her, who loved to try new things and pursued free growth.
On the other side, Bao Guo was also talking with several admissions officers.
"Baoguo, our Experimental High School is close to your home, only a ten-minute walk away, making it convenient for you to go to and from school. Moreover, our school offers generous bonuses to attract outstanding students. If you come, we will reduce your tuition fees every year, and you will also receive a substantial bonus, which will greatly ease the burden on your family." The teacher from Experimental High School spoke with great enthusiasm.
Bao Guo frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and then asked, "Teacher, how is the school's teaching quality? Although I value the bonus, I can't let it interfere with my studies."
"Don't worry about that. Our school has been improving its teaching staff in recent years, bringing in many backbone teachers. The teaching results are remarkable, and many students have performed exceptionally well in the college entrance examination." The teacher assured him confidently.
Baoguo turned to look at Yuanbao, and the two siblings exchanged a knowing glance.
Ultimately, Yuan Bao chose the No. 2 Middle School, which promised her the greatest freedom. She longed to shine in this free environment.
Bao Guo decided on the experimental high school that was closest to his home and offered the highest bonuses. He hoped that while easing the financial burden on his family, he could also achieve great things through his own efforts.
With the crucial decision of choosing a school finally settled, this heated debate has come to an end, and the long and anticipated holiday has officially begun.
Yuan Bao's long-tense nerves finally relaxed. She stretched and secretly planned to put aside all the troubles and rest for a few days to recharge her tired body and mind.
Once you're full of energy, immerse yourself fully in the vast and profound ocean of high school knowledge, and with your perseverance and intelligence, explore and roam in advance.
However, at this moment, Yuan Bao felt it was time to temporarily leave the game world and return to the real world.
Yuan Bao exited the game world and returned to reality. The wonderful adventures in the game were still echoing in her mind, but she quickly brought her thoughts back to the present. There were a few important things that needed to be done right away.
Yuan Bao walked out of the room full of energy to prepare breakfast.
At this moment, the eldest brother Baoguo also came out of the room. Judging from his appearance, he must have rested very well.
However, my older brother just came here from his hometown. At 44 years old, his temples are already a little gray, a mark left by years of hard work on his own back home.
Yuan Bao quickly prepared breakfast and told his older brother that there were many dishes prepared in advance in the kitchen freezer. In fact, they were all made by Xiao Xiaobai in the space and frozen. They could be taken out and microwaved to defrost and heat up at any time, which was very convenient.
In the real world, Yuan Bao's family, including Yuan's mother, Yuan Bao's son Xiao Zhi, and Yuan Bao's older brother Bao Guo, are enjoying a rare peaceful breakfast time together.
Yuan Bao took a sip of hot soy milk, looked up at Bao Guo, and said, "Brother, I have something to tell you. I've already made an appointment for you to have a full physical examination tomorrow morning. We need to get a clear picture of your health, as we have many plans to implement later."
Bao Guo was taking a bite of a fried dough stick when he heard this. He was slightly taken aback, but then his eyes were filled with emotion: "Bao Mei, you are so thoughtful. Okay, I'll do whatever you say."
Yuan Bao smiled and continued, "So today's main task is to go to the car dealership and pick out a car. I sold my car to pay off the loan before, but the loan wasn't paid off yet, so I haven't had time to take care of the car. Now that it's paid off, I need to go around looking at houses and choosing one. I can't do without a car, it would be too much of a hassle."
Baoguo swallowed the food in his mouth and nodded repeatedly: "Yes, we need a car. It will be so much more convenient with a car. Let's set off after we finish eating."
"Mom, do you want to come with me?" Yuan Bao asked his mother.
"I won't go. I don't know anything about cars or anything. You two siblings can go. I'll stay at home."
"I want to go, I want to go, Mom!" Xiao Zhi shouted excitedly from the side.
"You still have to go to school, you can't go. We'll take you for a drive after school when we buy the car. Be good!"
"Okay then!" After a brief moment of disappointment, Xiao Zhi shouted happily again, "Oh, oh, oh, our family is going to have a car again!" That's how straightforward a child's happiness is.
Before long, Yuan Bao and Bao Guo finished getting ready and arrived at the car dealership.
Upon entering the dealership, one is greeted by a dazzling array of brand-new vehicles, neatly arranged like soldiers awaiting inspection.
The salesperson greeted them with a big smile: "Gentlemen, looking at cars? What type are you looking for, a sedan, SUV, or MPV? What's your budget? Let me help you decide."
Yuan Bao turned to Bao Guo: "Brother, what kind of car do you think would be suitable?"
Bao Guo pondered for a moment, scratched his head, and said, "I think SUVs are practical and spacious. When the whole family goes out for a trip, it will be comfortable to sit in. What do you think?"