Chapter 45: Must Dad Be Pressed for the Truth?

At this time, Xu You also became interested in Xu Zhou's choices in the past.

After all, under the current public opinion, "Biochemical Environmental Materials" is considered one of the four major pitfall majors.

"Materials Science and Engineering, its full name. It encompasses both Science and Engineering, highlighting its significant importance. Think about it, what around us can exist without materials? Materials, like food, are fundamental to the populace."

Hearing Xu Zhou's words, Xu You pondered thoughtfully.

Indeed, the materials industry is extremely important, arguably a pillar of modern civilization.

"But there are other schools with better materials science programs than Ningjiang University. And didn't you ever think about studying another major?"

Xu Zhou's hand, holding his chopsticks, suddenly froze in mid-air.

"I didn't want to go too far away, and Ningjiang University was the best university in the province. Going for its ace major was a relatively good choice at the time."

Xu Zhou thought to himself that if Xu You kept probing, he might really have to admit that at the time, his scores were only good enough for Ningjiang University.

Let alone Jingbei, even slightly better 985 universities were out of reach for Xu Zhou's scores.

Although Ningjiang University's materials science program is indeed strong, its entrance score requirement is not high. Essentially, if you passed Ningjiang University's minimum score line, you could get in.

Even back then, getting into Ningjiang University was something to boast about.

But obviously, it couldn't compare to Xu You, who ranked first nationally and was recommended for admission by Jingbei.

In front of Xu You, Xu Zhou didn't want to appear too lacking in prestige.

Fortunately, Xu You didn't continue to question on this topic.

After drinking half a bottle of beer, Xu You gave up on this beverage.

Not only is it bitter, but it also makes one feel slightly dizzy, hardly a good thing.

Xu Zhou didn't drink much either. After finishing his own bottle and the half left by Xu You, he didn't drink anymore.

After cleaning up the kitchen together, Xu You prepared to start studying.

With the national mathematical competition approaching, Xu You couldn't afford to waste any deep learning time each day.

Seeing Xu You's determination to study, Xu Zhou was somewhat puzzled.

After all, having just been recommended for admission, one should relax a bit.

If it were him, he'd wish to play heartily for a few days first, then go to school to see how his classmates were reviewing.

Buy breakfast for classmates, play basketball at school.

Let them see how joyful being recommended for admission is.

That feeling, wouldn't it be exhilarating?

Xu Zhou had to admit that the current Xu You was indeed much more mature and steady than himself at the same age.

Seeing Xu You with mathematics competition materials, Xu Zhou couldn't help but ask curiously:

"Why, even after being recommended for admission, you're still preparing for the math competition?"

"Yeah, since I've made it to the provincial team, I can't waste this opportunity. At worst, I can still get a bronze medal."

Xu You always maintained a very ordinary attitude towards the math competition.

As long as he participated in the CMO finals, even if he couldn't solve a single problem, he could at least get a bronze medal.

Compared to the outcome, Xu You enjoyed the process more and hoped to further enrich himself through this learning process.

Many of the concepts involved in the math competition are wonderfully meaningful.

"Well, that's good too. You can also take the opportunity to visit the city where the exam is held."

"Right, the Ningjiang province math competition training location is at Ningjiang University. I plan to report to the provincial training team tomorrow. I think it's better to interact with the teachers, rather than just studying and solving problems on my own."

Although Xu You's self-study efficiency is very high, his approaches to solving problems are quite unconventional.

If possible, Xu You still wanted to communicate with professional teachers.

This would definitely help him improve.

"That's great. If you find commuting troublesome these days, you can temporarily stay at my young teachers' apartment. It would be more convenient for attending the training."

This was an apartment Xu Zhou obtained upon joining Ningjiang University.

Though not owned, as long as he remained employed at Ningjiang University, he had long-term residence rights.

And it's located right across from the university, making commuting very convenient.

Dining could also be solved at the university cafeteria.

"That would be best."

Staying in one's own home is always more comfortable than staying in a hotel.

Plus, he could study to his heart's content at night without worrying about disturbing roommates.

It's hard to find friends with similar aspirations like Hu Shucheng again.

At night, after exhausting today's energy.

Xu You also felt an increase in fatigue.

This is the

 side effect of leveling up in learning.

An eight-hour energy value now equals 24 hours of highly efficient study.

Without proper relaxation, both body and mind couldn't bear it.

"Let's do some exercises together, it's really effective."

"Forget it, I'm over forty, I can't do it anymore."

Facing Xu You's invitation, Xu Zhou waved his hand in refusal.

"Coach Liu is almost fifty, and you're still young. You always tell me to exercise more, you should take care of your body too."

Persuaded by Xu You, Xu Zhou reluctantly joined in.

A minute later.

Xu Zhou, due to lack of stamina, hastily ended the exercise.

...

The next day, after contacting math competition teacher Wang Xianghong, Xu You arrived at Ningjiang University's Math Department, room 403.

Seeing a class in session, Xu You felt embarrassed to push the door and enter.

He decided to wait until the class was over before entering.

At that moment, a female teacher in the hallway said to Xu You:

"You must be Xu You."

"Yes, I am, teacher."

"Good, good, come in, don't worry, just enter the classroom."

The female teacher, noticing Xu You's hesitation to enter directly, helped him open the door.

Instantly, all eyes in the classroom were on Xu You.

This was only their second time seeing Xu You.

But in their hearts, Xu You had already become a legendary figure.

They had heard through classmates about Xu You's glorious achievements.

In the recent CPhO, he scored full marks, ranking first nationwide.

He made it into the national team and was recommended for admission by Jingbei.

And in the math competition, Xu You easily made it to the provincial team with minimal preparation.

If he were to give it his all...

He might even bring home a national gold.

Wang Xianghong turned his head, saw Xu You enter.

He smiled at Xu You, nodding his head, signaling Xu You to find a seat.

This scene made the students feel somewhat indignant.

Normally, Wang Xianghong was very strict with them.

No one dared to enter or leave during Wang's classes.

But Xu You, he just barged in during class.

And Wang actually smiled at Xu You!

Was this preferential treatment?

Was Wang's behavior reasonable?

Indeed, it was very reasonable.

Anyone, facing a student who ranked first in physics nationwide and made it to the provincial math team with minimal effort, would not treat him like an ordinary student.

After finding a seat at the back of the classroom, Xu You listened attentively to the class.

Although it was his first time attending Wang's class, Xu You was able to follow his thoughts smoothly.

After class, Wang Xianghong came over to Xu You.

"Xu You, come out for a moment, I'd like to have a brief talk with you."

(End of Chapter)