Rebirth of Bloody Romance

"As far as higher education is concerned, based on the current rate of increase in the number of college students, it won't be long before the number of engineers in our country will be the highest in the world! Dear students, you should know that we are a big country with a huge population of nearly 11 billion! The energy generated by such a huge base is beyond everyone's imagination!"

Zhong Yuemin can no longer remember exactly when the number of Chinese engineers reached the peak.

But at this moment, Zhong Yuemin, standing on the podium, spoke these words passionately, and it was rare for the students below the stage to see the usually calm and composed teacher Zhong so excited as he was today.

In 1986, something happened that had a profound impact and great significance—the "Compulsory Education Law of the People's Republic of China" was formally passed.

But don't underestimate this matter, because it is more than just a milestone event.

这部重要的法律是在 1986 年 4 月 12 第六届全国人民代表大会第四次会议审议通过的，并从当年 7 月 1 日起开始正式施行。

It is like a towering lighthouse, illuminating the path to school for countless children, and marking the beginning of a new chapter in the country's comprehensive implementation of the nine-year compulsory education system.

This means that all children and young people of school age, regardless of where they live or what their family background is, have the right and must receive this education;

At the same time, as a public welfare undertaking organized and implemented by the state, this education policy will inevitably receive comprehensive and strong guarantees from the state.

Since the nine-year compulsory education system was officially implemented, it has brought about earth-shaking changes in China's education like a spring breeze blowing across the land of China, and has produced extremely far-reaching and far-reaching impacts.

This great policy is like a beacon, illuminating the thirst for knowledge of countless children and ensuring that more and more children have equal opportunities to embrace the warm and powerful embrace of basic education.

The full implementation of the nine-year compulsory education system has not only greatly improved the cultural literacy of the entire country's people, but also enabled the light of knowledge and wisdom to shine in every corner of society;

It has also effectively promoted the overall improvement of human resources levels and continuously provided fresh blood and strong impetus for the country's modernization construction.

At the same time, this system also serves as a cornerstone, laying a solid foundation for the healthy growth of Chinese engineers and other types of professional and technical talents.

As we all know, education is the source of all development and the foundation for a country's survival.

Education is the source of development and the foundation of a country.

With the implementation of the Nine-Year Compulsory Education Law, there is no tuition fee anymore, only something called miscellaneous fees.

Zhong Yuemin was overwhelmed with emotion and excitement about this change. When he learned this exciting news, the joy in his heart was simply indescribable.

If Zhong Yuemin had to say something righteous and harsh, he would probably say without hesitation: "A nation that does not regard education as a top priority is destined to be a nation without hope!"

Liu Minghua, wearing a neatly tailored suit, a neatly ironed tie and shiny leather shoes, strode into Zhong Yuemin's office.

Liu Minghua's outfit is completely different from his previous rustic image. He looks like a golden phoenix emerging from the countryside, which is eye-catching.

Zhong Yuemin was leaning in front of an old desk, playing with a bunch of shiny pens in his hand. Seeing Liu Minghua's attire, he couldn't help but tease, "Hey! What wind brought you here, a busy man? And you're dressed so formally. If you didn't know, you'd think you were a groom from somewhere!"

Liu Minghua smiled faintly, his eyes showing a hint of fatigue. "I just finished my work at China University of Political Science and Law, and I came to see you, my old classmate."

At the side, the elder sister Xie Min, who had sharp ears, immediately became alert when she heard the word "China University of Political Science and Law". Her gossiping spirit was burning. "Is it because of the recent uproarious strike at China University of Political Science and Law? I heard that the students are about to surround the cafeteria."

Liu Minghua nodded slightly, a trace of solemnity flashing in his eyes. "Yes, I went with our minister and held an emergency meeting. The situation is indeed not optimistic."

At this time, Liu Yansong also joined the discussion, with a bit of indignation in his tone. "To be honest, the canteen of China University of Political Science and Law is terrible. Not only is the food unpalatable, but the attitude of the canteen chef is as if I owe him tens of thousands of yuan. If it were me, I would also go on strike!"

Xie Min smiled smugly when she heard this. She was famous for being well-informed. "You may not know this, but the problems at China University of Political Science and Law are not limited to the canteen. The accommodation conditions are also hard to describe. I heard that the drama school and the dance troupe are still occupying the place and have not moved out, so the teachers don't even have a stable place to live. Some teachers who graduated from graduate school and stayed in school have to live in shanty towns. What do you think of this? The teachers have been complaining for a long time. If the hen doesn't lay eggs, how can the school expect to hatch a golden phoenix?"

The word "hen" here has become a joking name for those young graduate teachers. Although it is a joke, it also reveals a bit of sadness and helplessness. After hearing this, everyone sighed.

Liu Minghua sighed, his eyes deep, as if he had penetrated the obstacles in front of him and saw a more distant future. "At present, the school is actively coordinating the relocation of the song and dance troupe and the drama school. At the same time, it is also preparing for the construction of a new Changping campus. I hope these problems can be fundamentally solved."

Zhong Yuemin heard this and joked cheerfully, "The dance troupe is full of beautiful women, pleasing to the eyes and refreshing. Moving out would be a huge loss! If it were me, I would definitely not agree so easily."

As soon as Zhong Yuemin said this, several people rolled their eyes. Xie Min rolled her eyes and grumbled in a fake anger, "You only care about the beauties, but don't think about the difficulties of teachers living in shanty towns."

Yang Li, who had been silent, couldn't help but speak up, with a bit of blame in his tone. "You are the only one who talks nonsense. You don't even look at the current situation and are still thinking about beautiful women."

Zhu Jianguo also joined the discussion, his tone was analytical. "The original canteen received living subsidies from the municipal party committee, but now the municipal party committee has stopped the subsidies. In addition, prices have risen sharply, and students must not eat well. This is normal. But this is not an excuse. We can't let students' studies be affected by these problems."

Seeing this, Zhong Yuemin stopped smiling and became serious. He knew that although his words sounded lighthearted, the actual problem was far more complicated than he had imagined. The predicament of China University of Political Science and Law was not just a problem of canteen and accommodation, but also a comprehensive reflection of many problems such as funding, management and system.

"It all comes down to money," Zhong Yuemin sighed, pointing out the crux of the problem. "If the school had enough funds, these problems would be easily solved. But the current situation is that the school has difficulty even in basic operations, let alone improving facilities and salaries."

Liu Minghua nodded in agreement. "Indeed, funding is the biggest bottleneck restricting the development of the school. We are actively seeking support from all parties, including the government, enterprises and social groups. But this is not a problem that can be solved overnight. It requires time and patience."

Xie Min heard this, and a trace of worry flashed in his eyes. "What about the students? They are innocent victims. We can't let them lose confidence in the school because of these problems."

Liu Yansong expressed the same concern. "Yes, the students' emotions are very unstable. If this problem cannot be properly resolved, I am afraid it will cause a bigger disturbance."

Liu Minghua nodded and added, "Yes, that's why we have to work harder. We need to build a new campus, improve the canteen, and enhance the accommodation conditions. Every step is essential. This is not only to solve the current problems, but also for the future of China University of Political Science and Law."

Zhong Yuemin casually flipped through a few books borrowed by Liu Minghua. His eyes were attracted by the dense letters on the pages. He asked curiously, "Old Liu, is this German? When did you become interested in this?"

Liu Minghua smiled and nodded, his eyes sparkling with anticipation for the future. "Yes, I am learning. Next year the ministry plans to send people to visit Italy, and I have been confirmed to be on the team list, so I started preparing in advance."

Xie Min interrupted with a smile, her tone a little teasing. "That's right, English is useless in this situation."

The people around him all took it for granted, as if this was a perfectly normal thing. Only Zhong Yuemin looked confused. He turned to look at Xie Min and asked in confusion, "Sister, didn't you say that English is the universal language? Why can't we use it?"

Upon hearing this, Xie Min couldn't help but look at him as if he was looking at an idiot, but then he regained his composure and patiently explained, "He was attending a law conference, so of course he had to learn the common language of continental Europe. Did you know that continental Europe mainly uses the Roman law system, while the UK uses the common law system. These two legal systems are very different in many terms and concepts, and it is difficult to accurately express them in English."

Zhong Yuemin listened to Xie Min's explanation, although he still didn't quite understand it, but he knew that this was another new field that he didn't understand. He sighed in his heart: "It's like a mountain between two different fields! I have really broadened my horizons and learned a lot of new things in my life."

The May sunshine shone through the gaps in the leaves, scattering onto the master's degree certificate in Zhong Yuemin's hand. He repeatedly confirmed this honor with some disbelief.

After all, in his opinion, such a good thing is almost impossible to happen in the future - with the continuous improvement of the education system, the national unified postgraduate examination has become a must, and even for recommended students, they need to undergo a strict re-examination by the receiving school.

Professor Yue stood aside and saw Zhong Yuemin's confusion and said with a smile, "Xiao Zhong, this is what you deserve. Don't be so self-deprecating. We all see your hard work and talent."

"Deserved it?" Professor Yue emphasized these three words, as if each word carried a heavy weight.

Zhong Yuemin's heart moved, as if he had caught some hidden meaning. He raised his head and his eyes met with Professor Yue's, and he read a hint of deep meaning from the other's eyes.

"This should be the intention of the big boss above, right?" Zhong Yuemin speculated secretly in his heart. Although he did not say it explicitly, Professor Yue's subtle expression and tone had already made him guess something.

Since this was the case, the uneasiness and anxiety in Zhong Yuemin's heart gradually dissipated, and was replaced by a sense of relief and confidence.

Zhong Yuemin took a deep breath and nodded solemnly to Professor Yue. "Thank you, Professor. I understand. I will cherish this honor and continue to work hard to live up to your expectations."

Professor Yue waved his hand, indicating that Zhong Yuemin could leave.

Walking out of Professor Yue's office, Zhong Yuemin was extremely excited. Although this master's degree certificate came unexpectedly, it gave him a greater sense of accomplishment than any billionaire. He even had an unsatisfied thought in his mind: Should I get a doctorate degree?

He imagined that when he went out, people would call him "Dr. Zhong, where are you going?" The feeling of being respected and looked up to made him feel a little elated.

Zhong Yuemin kept repeating "Dr. Zhong, Dr. Zhong", and felt that the phrase was so smooth that it seemed to have become a part of his identity.

Dr. Zhong, Dr. Zhong, he repeated it several times. It sounds so smooth!

Having a good academic qualification is really important. Don’t you see that later on, whether it is a leading cadre or a local tyrant, they all have to have a high academic qualification?

A high level of education may not necessarily determine a person's actual ability, but it can at least determine to a certain extent how others view you, especially the eyes of your future mother-in-law.

Zhong Yuemin returned to the office door and was about to push the door open when he suddenly realized that he still had a smug smile on his face. He quickly restrained his emotions and reminded himself not to be too ostentatious. After all, if you take advantage of others and act cute, you will easily be hated by others.

However, although Zhong Yuemin was very careful, he was still discovered by the sharp-eyed Xie Min.

Xie Min came over from the other end of the corridor and saw what Zhong Yuemin was holding. She asked curiously, "Xiao Zhong, what are you holding? It looks like a certificate to me. Is it a master's degree certificate?"

Zhong Yuemin's heart tightened, and he secretly said that it was bad. He was so happy that he forgot to put the certificate away. Now he couldn't hide it anymore, so he could only smile helplessly.

Without waiting for Zhong Yuemin to reply, Xie Min quickly walked up to him and took the degree certificate from his hand. She carefully examined every word on the certificate, with an expression of surprise and approval on her face. "Xiao Zhong, you are great. I underestimated you before. This master's degree is not something that anyone can get. You are indeed a capable person."

Zhong Yuemin scratched his head and said a little embarrassedly, "Sister, you are too kind. In fact, I was lucky, and with the help of the professors, I was able to get the degree so smoothly."

"Come on! Who are you trying to fool? Our office employee Mr. Yang hasn't gotten the certificate in all these years." He then returned the certificate to Zhong Yuemin, and the two of them went into the office together.

Zhong Yuemin sighed inwardly. If this old lady knew about it, it wouldn't take long for everyone to know about it.