"How could that work? Qingning, you're the top scorer of our Class of '16 college entrance exam, one of the important guests for this anniversary. You still have to give a speech as a representative."
"It's okay, Teacher Li." Liu Qingning's voice was still gentle, but carried a firmness that brooked no argument. "To me, as long as I can send my Blessing to my alma mater, it's the same no matter where I sit."
"Then… I'll go talk to Principal Zhang again and see if we can coordinate it one more time."
"Alright, I'll trouble you then, Teacher Li."
Just as she hung up, brisk footsteps sounded from ahead.
Tang Song, carrying a red plastic bag, walked over with a smile.
Liu Qingning swiftly gathered up every trace of emotion from her face and put on a bright smile again.
For her, coming back to Jing County, the most important purpose was to relive the old days with Tang Song.
The grand anniversary of her alma mater was just a convenient excuse.
