dkrc Chapter 055 Testing the Waters! Enrollment!
Chapter 055 Testing the Waters! Enrollment!
Lin Qiye was unaware that Yan Feilong was actually inquiring about his background.
At this moment, he is immersed in a sea of delicious food, enjoying it immensely.
The revolving restaurant on the top floor of the Tianyue International Hotel is brightly lit and filled with melodious music.
Bai Zhenyun generously treated everyone to a celebratory meal.
He ostensibly congratulated Lin Qiye and his son Bai Mujie on passing the exam.
Although Bai Mujie failed to pass the first test, it did not stop Bai Zhenyun from finding an excuse to get closer to Lin Qiye.
At the dinner table, Bai Zhenyun and his son Bai Mujie showered Lin Qiye with compliments and praises as if they were free.
"Qi Ye, you've really been hiding your true abilities! You've really made Haicheng proud this time!"
"Yeah, brother-in-law! You're amazing! 288th! You're in the top 10 in the whole of Haicheng!"
Bai Mujie became a huge fan, his eyes filled with admiration.
Lin Qiye stuffed grilled meat into his mouth while mumbling something, his mind completely focused on the food in front of him.
He was really starving during those days in the exam hall.
Bai Muxi sat beside him, gently pouring him juice, her eyes full of smiles and doting as she watched him wolf it down.
After finishing a sumptuous buffet, Lin Qiye let out a satisfied burp.
Seeing that he had almost finished eating, Bai Zhenyun tentatively asked, "Qi Ye, the exams are over. What are your thoughts on applying to schools now?"
Lin Qiye wiped his mouth and honestly shook his head: "I haven't decided yet. I'll wait until all the schools' admission brochures are released before I decide."
Bai Zhenyun nodded, a shrewd glint in his eyes, and continued, "Actually, with your grades this time, even the top-tier private universities shouldn't be a problem. While a full scholarship might be a bit uncertain, a full scholarship to one of the second-tier key universities is practically guaranteed."
He paused, then changed the subject, his tone becoming more sincere and forthright.
"However, I think you only need to focus on the top tier schools; scholarships won't be a problem! Just choose the best schools! We, the elders, will take care of the tuition!"
In fact, long before the dinner party, Bai Zhenyun had already excitedly told his brother Bai Zhenfeng about Lin Qiye's perseverance in the exam.
When the final results came out, it was learned that Lin Qiye had actually made it into the top 300.
When Bai Zhenfeng realized that this score was enough to rank him in the top ten, or even the top five, of all the candidates in Haicheng, he was completely stunned.
He sat blankly on his sofa, holding his personal terminal, repeatedly looking at the screenshot of his brother's grades, unable to come back to his senses for a long time.
Haicheng top ten!
What does this mean?
Although the Bai family had produced martial artists in their ancestors, they only managed to advance after struggling for ten or eight years in second- or third-rate private universities.
For so many generations, there has never been a genius who could even get close to the threshold of a top university!
Even his eighth daughter, Bai Mulin, whom he was always proud of and had devoted a lot of effort and resources to, barely made it into the top 1 in Haicheng when she took the college entrance examination.
And now, this little guy he once looked down on has achieved such remarkable results!
After the initial shock came elation and a lingering fear.
At this moment, Bai Zhenfeng's attitude underwent a complete 180-degree change.
He immediately replied to his brother's call, his tone filled with unwavering resolve:
"Zhenyun! Treat Qiye well! Make sure he's well taken care of! Tell him he shouldn't have any worries about tuition! The Bai family will cover it all! He can go to whichever school he wants! Tuition is not a problem!"
Lin Qiye was about to refuse, since he didn't want to owe anyone a favor.
Bai Zhenyun seemed to see through his thoughts, smiled and waved his hand, saying, "Qi Ye, don't be in such a hurry to refuse. This is not only my idea, but also your father-in-law's, Mu Xi's father's idea. It's a joint decision between the two of us brothers."
Lin Qiye was taken aback upon hearing this and subconsciously looked at Bai Muxi beside him.
Bai Muxi gently placed her hand on Lin Qiye's large hand, smiled tenderly at him, and then nodded gently.
She did not meet her father's expectations.
However, the husband she chose far exceeded her father's expectations.
It is an affirmation of Lin Qiye, and also an affirmation of her as a daughter.
I felt a secret thrill inside!
Seeing the smile in her eyes, Lin Qiye felt a warmth in his heart and said no more. He simply said solemnly to Bai Zhenyun, "Then... thank you, Uncle and Dad."
His words of thanks were heartfelt.
The atmosphere at the dinner table became increasingly harmonious.
After a while, Bai Mujie scratched his head, his face showing excitement and anticipation, and asked with a smile, "Brother-in-law, my classmates, especially Li Mingao and the others, are all incredibly impressed with you, this dark horse, and are extremely interested in you. They want to organize a get-together so everyone can get to know each other. What do you think?"
Upon hearing this, Lin Qiye raised an eyebrow almost imperceptibly.
How about we get together?
He wasn't interested in these so-called "class reunions".
Moreover, he didn't know any of Bai Mujie's classmates at all.
They simply valued his exam results and wanted to curry favor with him.
He was about to find an excuse to refuse when Bai Zhenyun, standing beside him, spoke first with a smile, "Mu Jie, your brother-in-law just finished his exams and has been exhausted for several days. Let him rest well. There will be plenty of opportunities for this kind of socializing in the future."
Although he also hoped that Lin Qiye could expand his network, he knew better how to maintain a proper balance.
It would be too hasty and opportunistic to ask Lin Qiye to deal with those "second-generation" individuals with their own agendas right now, and it might easily cause resentment.
The most urgent thing is to let Lin Qiye rest well and then focus on choosing a school; that's the most important thing.
Bai Mujie, after being reprimanded by his father, immediately realized his mistake and quickly scratched his head, laughing sheepishly, "Yes, yes, I didn't think it through. Brother-in-law, you should rest well; I'll take care of those guys for you!"
Seeing this, Lin Qiye was happy to have some peace and quiet, so he smiled and nodded: "Then next time."
……
Back in the quiet suite, Lin Qiye finally relaxed completely, sprawling onto the soft sofa and letting out a long sigh of relief.
Bai Muxi brought him a glass of warm water, sat down beside him, and asked softly, "Are you exhausted?"
Lin Qiye took the water glass, took a sip, then reached out and pulled her into his arms. He smelled the fragrance in her hair and felt the rare tranquility. He felt that all the fatigue he had accumulated in the examination room over the past few days had vanished in this moment.
"I'm not tired," he said softly. "With you here, I'm not tired."
……
Three days passed in the blink of an eye.
During these three days, Lin Qiye did not go out and completely relaxed.
Every day, besides taking walks and chatting with Bai Muxi, he would stay in his room and practice the Eight Treasures Skill in the most "slacking-off" way.
On the afternoon of the third day, as he finished another round of cultivation, the familiar system notification sounded in his mind as scheduled!
[Ding! The level of "Eight Treasures Skill" has been increased to level 5 (0/100)!]
[Host genetic potential +0.2%!]
[Host: Lin Qiye]
[Genetic potential: 10.3%]
Physical fitness: 102+
[Spirit: 102+]
[Psionic Power: 52+]
【功法：第128套广播体操10级（MAX），八宝功5级（0/100）】
[Partner: Bai Muxi (Affection Level 85)]
Offspring: 2 (currently pregnant)
Feeling the slight increase in power within his body, Lin Qiye opened his eyes with satisfaction.
Just then, his personal terminal on his wrist suddenly vibrated and emitted a series of notification sounds.
Lin Qiye raised his hand and saw dozens of official emails from various private martial arts universities flying in like snowflakes on the terminal screen.
The admission brochures for all schools are out!