After hearing Liu Jiahui's words, Liu Manqiong felt relieved.
Immediately, she couldn't help but muttered: "Dad, since Grandpa Qiu and Grandma Qiu are here, why didn't you tell me earlier so that I could prepare some gifts in advance? It's so inappropriate for me to come in empty-handed now..."
…”
Liu Jiahui smiled and said: "With your personality, if I told you, you would definitely not be willing to go. Then you would definitely say that you were just going for an interview and it would be best not to bother others, and then you would have to tell me not to mention this."
Tell people, I am your father, and I still don’t know you?”
Liu Manqiong was speechless for a moment, thinking that what her father said was not unreasonable. Depending on her personality and the way she usually didn't deal with her father, it might be the result of being blocked at both ends.
So she said, "Okay, then I'll go visit Grandpa Qiu and Grandma Qiu first."
Liu Jiahui said with a smile: "You are so good! Accompany you, Grandpa Qiu, and Grandma Qiu to have a good meal. Come back early after the interview, and dad will pick you up at the airport."
Liu Manqiong said subconsciously: "No need, I drove to the airport, I can just drive back by myself."
Liu Jiahui said casually: "It doesn't matter, I'll ask Amei to help you drive the car back. That's it. Bye."
Before Liu Manqiong could agree, Liu Jiahui had already hung up the phone.
Although Liu Manqiong was helpless, she also knew that with her father's temperament, once he decided to do something, he would find a way to achieve it no matter what. It was just a matter of picking him up at the airport, so there was no need for him to be too repulsive.
So, she put away the phone and said to Sister Xian: "I'm sorry, Sister Xian, I misunderstood you just now, I hope you don't mind."
Sister Xian smiled and said, "Miss Liu, why are you so polite to me?"
After that, she pointed to a Rolls-Royce on the roadside not far away and said, "The car is over there, Miss Liu, let's go."
"Okay." Liu Manqiong nodded, followed Sister Xian into the Rolls-Royce, and then the Rolls-Royce drove towards the Purple Mountain Villa.
On the way, Liu Manqiong and Lin Waner looked around curiously as if they had just arrived in Jinling.
Sister Xian in the passenger seat looked back at Liu Manqiong and asked with a smile: "Is this your first time in Jinling, Miss Liu?"
"Yes." Liu Manqiong nodded slightly: "I've never been here before."
Sister Xian smiled and said: "I heard from our husband that you are coming to Jinling University to apply for a job this time. Let me ask you a question, you have never been to Jinling before. Why did you choose to come to Jinling from Hong Kong Island for development? In terms of the city's development level,
Generally speaking, Jinling is still much worse than Hong Kong Island."
Hearing this question, Liu Manqiong subconsciously thought of Ye Chen's figure.
When I came to Jinling, I naturally came for Ye Chen, but I didn’t know what the final result would be.
However, for Liu Manqiong, the things she decides must be done first and then talked about. Talking on paper, talking without practicing, is not her style at all.
However, Liu Manqiong did not want to tell the truth, so she said to Sister Xian: "I have stayed in Hong Kong Island for too long, and I am really tired of it. The first-tier cities in the mainland have a faster pace, so I want to find a place that is relatively comfortable."
city, so I had to choose a lot, and I chose Jinling.”
Sister Xian nodded in agreement and said with a smile: "The pace of life in Jinling is indeed slower than that in first-tier cities, and the environment is relatively comfortable. I have been here for many years, and now I like it more and more. I believe you are here
You will feel the same if you stay for a long time.”
After saying that, Sister Xian added: "If you decide to stay in Jinling for development in the future, if you need help with anything in Jinling, you can contact me at any time."
After saying that, she handed over a business card with both hands. The business card was very simple, only the three characters "Li Shuxian" and a string of mobile phone numbers.
"Thank you." Liu Manqiong took the business card, thanked her politely, and then asked her: "By the way, Sister Xian, if I decide to stay in Jinling and plan to buy a house near the school to live in, do you have any recommendations?"
"
Sister Xian asked curiously: "What kind of house is Miss Liu looking for? A villa or a flat floor?"
"Flat floor." Liu Manqiong said without hesitation: "I can't live in a villa by myself. A well-decorated flat floor apartment is best, and it doesn't have to be too big. It's best to have a higher floor, so you can still enjoy the scenery."
Sister Xian thought for a while and said: "The best real estate in Jinling City is Tomson Yipin. This is a community with villas of one floor and low floor. They are all fully furnished and are for sale. What you see is what you get. The villas in this community are
, the price is basically tens of millions or even more than 100 million, and the flat floor is about 10 million to 20 to 30 million, and the flat floor is a high-rise building. It meets your requirements, and it is not far from Jinling University. You can drive
Normally it would only be a ten-minute drive.”
"Thomson's first grade..." Liu Manqiong nodded and thanked: "Thank you, Sister Xian, I will note it down. After I get the entry notice, I will take the time to take a look."
Sister Xian smiled and said: "Don't worry, Miss Manqiong. Based on your own conditions, it will definitely be no problem to apply for Jinling University. Jinling University now attaches great importance to internationalization and attaches great importance to the resources of foreign and Hong Kong teachers and students. If you are from the mainland
The competition for a doctorate degree may be fierce, but if you are a Hong Kong Islander, it will be relatively easy.”
Liu Manqiong said in surprise: "Sister Xian is really familiar with Jinling. She even knows the situation of Jinling University so well!"
Sister Xian smiled and said: "Our husband donated a lot of money to Jinling University many years ago. Although he rarely comes here over the years, he has always been very concerned about the situation of Jinling University. And my work in Jinling is very leisurely to be honest. Mr.
Since my wife is not here, I only need to take everyone to do a good job of hygiene and maintain the current status of the manor. Therefore, those free time are basically used to understand all aspects of this city, so you may not think that I am a Malay, but I
He can definitely be regarded as a jack-of-all-trades in Jinling.”
Liu Manqiong nodded and said with a smile: "Then if I have the opportunity to work in Jinling, I will definitely get to know you better and learn more."
Sister Xian heard from her tone that she was still a little unsure about the position at Jinling University, so she said seriously: "Ms. Liu, you can definitely rest assured about Jinling University. Even if you don't have any connections, your resume is very good."
You will definitely be admitted. In recent years, mainland universities have paid great attention to internationalization. You are from Hong Kong and graduated from the University of Hong Kong. This is definitely very rare for Jinling University."
Liu Manqiong asked curiously: "Why do they pay so much attention to this aspect? Since we are running a school, shouldn't we just do a good job in academic research?"
Sister Xian smiled and said: "Look at how Harvard, Yale and MIT are so famous all over the world. It's not just their academic research that's good, it's also due to the high-achieving overseas students they admit from all over the world.
At that time, many young Chinese people went to study in these universities and returned home
After arriving, they started their own companies and gradually grew into big entrepreneurs worth tens of billions. When others talk about their resumes, the university they attended is a topic that cannot be avoided. In this way, Harvard does not need to take the initiative to do anything in China.
Propaganda can make it known to everyone in China;"
"Moreover, this kind of university pays great attention to high-end alumni. All alumni who have gone out from them and have made major achievements in all walks of life are the objects of their focus to maintain and promote. This in itself is a very powerful resource.
It has huge benefits for the development and promotion of the school;”
"Take Harvard University as an example. The annual donations from the alumni association are in the billions. Many mainland entrepreneurs go to Harvard to donate, starting with tens of millions of dollars. But if we look at Jinling University, under normal circumstances...
On average, the number of alumni donations received may not even be 1% of that of Harvard. This is why mainland universities are eager to internationalize quickly, and because of the special circumstances of Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong Island is often also the internationalization destination of mainland universities.
A direction for development.”
Liu Manqiong said in surprise: "Sister Xian, you know so much. I have never thought about these things in all my years at HKU..."
Sister Xian said modestly: "What I know is all gossip. If ordinary people want to know, just pay more attention. Compared with elites like you who focus on academics, it is really far behind..."
After saying that, Sister Xian added: "If Jinling University recruits you, a doctor from the University of Hong Kong, you may be able to directly or indirectly bring some student resources from Hong Kong Island to Jinling University in the future, which is something Jinling University values more."
, combined with these reasons, I dare to say that you will definitely pass this interview."
When Liu Manqiong heard this, he nodded in realization.
Because she has never left Hong Kong Island often, and she doesn't care much about things that have nothing to do with her, Liu Manqiong has never understood much about what Sister Xian said.
After hearing what she said, Liu Manqiong felt a little more confident than before.
…
At this moment.
Purple Mountain Villa.
Lin Wan'er was listening to the chirping of cicadas under the tree in the courtyard.
She set up a rocking chair made of hand-woven vines under the tree, and set up a small bamboo tea table. A very mini charcoal stove was used on the tea table. The food burning in the charcoal stove was made from the finest olives.
The finished charcoal will not burst or break when burned, there will be no smoke, and it will even have a very special aroma.
On top of the charcoal stove, there was a pottery dido, and inside it, a pot of dark red Pu'er tea was brewing.
Lin Wan'er loves to drink tea. She usually starts making tea at breakfast, drinking tea and reading after dinner, tea at lunch, reading in the afternoon and eating a few snacks, and even at night.
Never leave your hands with tea.
Moreover, Pu'er is a tea with a very strong soup color. Although Lin Wan'er drinks tea constantly every day, her white and shiny teeth have never been stained by tea stains.
Just when she put down the book and picked up the tea cup to take a sip, there was a gentle knock on the door, followed by Qiu Yingshan's voice, asking respectfully: "Miss, is it convenient for you now?"
Lin Wan'er smiled and said: "It's convenient, you can come in."
Qiu Yingshan then carefully opened the courtyard door and walked in slowly.
Lin Wan'er looked at him. Seeing his stooped posture, silent panting, and beads of sweat on his forehead and cheeks, she asked curiously: "Why do you need to come up in person? The stone steps are steep. With your current body, you still need to be careful.
Some."
Qiu Yingshan swallowed, and then said a little breathlessly and weakly: "I...I have something, and I want to report it to the lady face to face..."
Lin Wan'er pointed to a low bamboo stool under the tree and said, "Sit down and talk, just in time to drink a cup of tea."
Qiu Yingshan was flattered and nodded quickly, even walking a few steps faster.
He first moved the bamboo stool, then came to sit in front of Lin Wan'er, and said respectfully: "Miss... this is it, I... I have a granddaughter who happened to come to Jinling for an interview, so I invited her to the manor as a guest.
, let’s have a homely meal by the way, because I just learned about it this morning and didn’t report it to you in advance, so please don’t blame me.”
Lin Wan'er took a new teacup, rinsed it with tea, and said with a smile: "This is your place, you are the master. If you want to entertain guests, why do you need to report to me? I am just one of your guests."
.”
Qiu Yingshan said without thinking: "Miss, this is the second thing I want to ask you to agree to. It's rare that you like this place. I'm getting older. I'm afraid I won't come here again after this time, so I want to ask Zijin
The villa is a gift to you, and I hope you can accept it!"
Lin Wan'er was stunned for a moment, then shook her head and said with a smile: "I'm not sure how long I will stay here, so you should leave it to your descendants."
Qiu Yingshan said hurriedly: "Miss, my descendants have been living in fine clothes and fine food since childhood, and they are too impetuous. To be honest, they are not worthy of such a place. Giving it to them would be a waste of natural resources, so please don't be polite."
"
Lin Wan'er shrugged her shoulders, handed him the tea, and said with a smile: "Since you insist, I won't be polite to you. If one day I no longer need this house and you are still alive, I will give it to you."
The property must be returned to its original owner. If you have left by then, I will leave it to your descendants."
When Qiu Yingshan heard this, he breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile: "It's all according to your wishes."
Lin Wan'er pointed to the cup of tea poured for him and said calmly: "Have a drink. I see you are out of breath and in such a sorry state. You'd better not climb so high next time. If you need anything, just call me and send me a message."
WeChat is also available.”
Qiu Yingshan respectfully raised his hands and said, "I obey!"
As he spoke, he carefully picked up the teacup, took a sip, and then looked at the piece of tea cake next to the charcoal stove, and asked tentatively: "Miss, this Songpin tea, are you still treating me well when you drink it?"
Appetite?"
Qiu Yingshan found someone to collect this tea from Hong Kong Island, and brought the human body to Jinling to give to Lin Waner.
Pu'er tea, this tea cake has a history of hundreds of years, and it can be called the best of Pu'er tea. Lin Wan'er wrote in the order to Sister Xian that she wanted Pu'er tea cake, but did not specify what kind she wanted, so he bought it.
Buy the most expensive and best.
Lin Wan'er smiled slightly at this time and said: "The market price of tea can be sold for hundreds or tens of millions per cake, so it is certainly not an ordinary product. Take the money and look for it in the market. This should be the most expensive and best Pu'er tea you can buy.
Already."
After saying that, Lin Wan'er changed the subject and said with a smile: "But it's still far from my best tea cake."
Qiu Yingshan said with a smile: "The ordinary things that can be bought with money cannot be compared with the lady's collection."
Lin Wan'er smiled lightly and asked him: "Lao Qiu, you should have something else to tell me, right?"
Qiu Yingshan then chuckled and said, "Sure enough, I can't escape the young lady's discerning eye!"
After that, he continued: "My lady, my granddaughter is about to apply for a lectureship at Jinling University, and based on her current conditions, this application should be a sure shot. I think you will go to Jinling in the future."
She is studying in college and will teach at Jinling University. It is fate to be here today. You might as well take this opportunity to get to know her and maybe you can take care of her in the future."
"I see..." Lin Wan'er smiled narrowly and said casually: "Since we are so destined, it doesn't hurt to get to know each other!"