Chapter 302 We Must Hold a Banquet

Chapter 302 We Must Hold a Banquet

Shanghai Medical University, founded in 1927, was the first national medical university in China. Later, during the national reform of higher education institutions, it was merged into Fudan University and became Fudan University Shanghai Medical College.

This university has many affiliated hospitals, and they are quite famous.

Ten top hospitals in Shanghai, including Zhongshan Hospital and Huashan Hospital.

After Yao Shuxin enrolled, her undergraduate studies alone will take five years, followed by a master's degree, a doctorate... Well, the road to education is endless, and as long as Yao Shuxin wants to study, she can continue until the mid-1990s.

Whether others are satisfied or not, Yao Shula doesn't know, but she is very satisfied.

The rest of the Yao family were also very satisfied.

Grandma Yao makes a very good point.

"Who can guarantee they won't get sick? What Shuxin learned is excellent. Everyone will be able to use it in the future. Every year when Shuxin comes back, she can show everyone that it's just as good as what you get at the county hospital!"

Don't listen to those people who say you need to go to a university that will produce officials. Do officials not get sick?

Throughout history, being a doctor has always been a respectable and admirable profession.

"Shura and Shuxin are so smart, how could they not understand the stakes involved?"

Upon hearing this, everyone quickly nodded in agreement.

Yes, Grandma is right, who doesn't get sick! Everyone thinks the people who graduate from that nursing school in the city are amazing, and Shuxin went to a medical university in Shanghai!

After graduating and starting work... well, I doubt even the head of the county hospital could match Shu Xin's medical skills!

...

Yao Shuxin was admitted to a university in Shanghai, and everyone felt relieved.

Grandma Yao also discussed the next steps with Yao Shula.

"Your sisters-in-law bought Shuxin new clothes and yarn. They asked someone to get the designs for new sweaters from outside, saying they wanted to knit two more sweaters for Shuxin."

Although Shanghai is not as cold as Yun County, you still need to wear more clothes in winter.

Oh, and bedding too, you don't need to bring the bedding you have at home now.

Your aunt and I got some new cotton, so we'll make a new mattress and two new quilts for Shuxin in the next couple of days. We won't make the big ones that we usually use at home; we'll make them smaller.

As for the other things to bring...

Think about what Shuxin needs to bring to school these next couple of days, make a list, and I'll have your older brothers take care of it, so you don't have to worry about it.

"Take good care of Shuxin these next few days. Once Shuxin goes away to university, you'll have less time to spend together." Grandma Yao whispered, holding Yao Shula's hand.

Yao Shula didn't know what to say.

Grandma Yao made such thorough preparations; she truly cared about Yao Shuxin's well-being.

"Grandma, I don't know what to say! We are so lucky to have you here!" Yao Shula said earnestly, holding Grandma Yao's hand.

Grandma Yao smiled, her face full of kindness.

"Why are you thanking me? Isn't this what I should do? Don't you think about how much trouble you and Shuxin cause us?"

Grandma is so lucky to have you all, the Yao family is so lucky to have you all!

"You've really made your grandma proud!" Grandma Yao said happily.

Yao Shula chuckled, feeling like she had stumbled upon a golden egg without doing anything.

Actually... I didn't work hard at all. Shuxin's success in the exam was entirely due to her own abilities. What Yao Shula did most was to provide emotional support from behind, keeping Yao Shuxin full of energy...

"Shula, there's something else I need to tell you." Grandma Yao held onto Yao Shula's hand tightly again.

"Grandma, please speak!" Yao Shula quickly perked up.

Grandma Yao looked into the yard and saw Yao Shuxin watching Yao Shuli and Xiao Tiantian study!

"Didn't I say before that once Shuxin gets into university, Grandma will host a dinner party at your third sister-in-law's restaurant?"

That statement still holds true.

I've already spoken with your third sister-in-law. We've agreed on a time, and we'll book her restaurant that day to celebrate Shuxin starting university.

"Grandma will pay for this!" Grandma Yao said softly.

Yao Shula...

She had always thought Grandma Yao was just joking, but she never expected...

"Grandma, no need. We're just having a meal together as family. We don't need to do what other families do... and have a banquet. It's nothing..." Yao Shula quickly waved her hand to refuse.

But Grandma Yao insisted.

"Shura, are you worried about Grandma spending money? See, Grandma knows you're a good child, always thinking of Grandma's needs."

Grandma's telling you, your third sister-in-law and her parents have already agreed that when we host the dinner party that day, we'll only charge for the food, just the cost price. They definitely won't charge us too much.

Xiaochun's parents spoke very nicely, saying that Shuxin was hosting a banquet in their area, and that it was called the "Top Scholar's Banquet," which was a blessing for them!

Don't worry about that. I've already spoken with your uncle and aunt, and they said they'll cover the cost. You don't need to pay a single penny.

As for... isn't this a happy occasion?

Other families can hold banquets for weddings or other occasions, so why can't we hold a banquet when someone in our family becomes a top scholar?

They might have other opportunities, but producing a top scholar is a rare occurrence. This feast is a must.

"Don't worry, Grandma has invited all the relatives and friends who have dealings with the Yao family. There are at least... five tables!" Grandma Yao said.

Yao Shula...

"Five tables?" Yao Shula's eyes widened.

“That’s right! Your aunt and I have calculated it, at least five tables. If Shuxin has any classmates or teachers... we’ll invite them too, so everyone can be happy!” The more Grandma Yao thought about it, the more she felt this was a big deal.

"Grandma, this isn't right. You've invited them, so it's not right for them to come empty-handed. It's a matter of courtesy..." Yao Shula tried to persuade her further.

"How could they come empty-handed?" Grandma Yao interrupted Yao Shula.

"Huh?" Yao Shula was dumbfounded.

"Granddaughter! You're still too shy! Your grandma's reason for making such a big fuss is... to collect gifts!"

It's impolite for anyone to come empty-handed, especially since this isn't a wedding or a baby shower. They probably wouldn't feel comfortable bringing blankets, washbasins, or thermos flasks.

They'll definitely bring a monetary gift when they come!

If you have children at home and want them to do well in their studies, you can't help but want to get some of our wonderful talent!

I'll collect all the gift money and give it to you. You can give it to Shuxin to take with her when she goes to school in Shanghai.

"When you're out and about, especially in Shanghai, you should bring plenty of money!" Grandma Yao said meaningfully.

Yao Shula...

"Grandma, we have to repay these favors!" Yao Shula said softly.

"I know I have to pay it back! I'll definitely pay it back when one of their families produces a top scholar! I'll even pay it back double!"

"Don't worry, if that day ever comes, Grandma will cover all your gifts and favors!" Grandma Yao said with a smile.

Yao Shula silently gave Grandma Yao a thumbs up.

When it comes to these things in life, she's really not as experienced as her grandmother!