Liu Meilan and Tang Xiaoyu came out of the welfare home, found a stall and drank some sugar water.

Liu Meilan ordered a bowl of pear soup. "Xiaoyu, sister-in-law, brother, what kind of sweet soup would you like to drink?" (Photo)

Tang Xiaoyu took a look and said, "I have a cough recently. I want a white fungus, lotus seeds and lily soup." (Picture)

Tang Ying was dazzled by the number of bowls and plates. "I've never eaten this before. I didn't know there were so many kinds of sweet soups, and I don't know how to order them."

Liu Yian looked up and said, "You are suitable to drink the five-red soup now."

"Why?" Tang Ying was surprised.

Liu Yian felt a little uncomfortable and whispered, "It replenishes the blood."

Tang Ying was startled, then understood instantly, her face a little red, "Then I'll drink more."

I got my period this morning and drank the warm five-red soup. It was really delicious and comfortable.

Tang Xiaoyu didn't want to talk to Tang Ying any more. "Meilan, Sister Chen is a strong-willed person. She may not accept our offer. I plan to buy back the prize she just won at the original price."

Liu Meilan thought about it and nodded, "Okay, my family doesn't need an air conditioner, and we have nowhere to put it if we buy one. These 3,500 yuan will be enough for Sister Chen's family to use for half a year."

Tang Xiaoyu nodded, "Yes, after we finish the sweet soup, we'll go over there."

"Okay!" Liu Meilan nodded. "Let's counsel Shuhua and tell her to study hard. The college entrance examination is only five months away. She just wants to work and support the family."

Tang Xiaoyu didn't know whether to laugh or cry when she heard this. "If she doesn't study hard now, Sister Chen will be fine. If she doesn't do well in the exam, how disappointed Sister Chen will be!"

"I heard that Shuhua's grades are very good, especially in science. She got full marks in math, physics and chemistry. Our country is developing rapidly now and needs all kinds of talents, especially in science and engineering."

"We must persuade her to study hard, get good grades, go to a good university in the future, and contribute to the country."

At this time, Tang Ying finished drinking the sugar water. "Based on what I know about Chen Shuhua yesterday and this morning, what you said is useless. She is a child with a strong sense of responsibility. Even though she knows that what you said is right, she still wants to help her mother share the pressure."

Liu Meilan nodded. "Yes, this child is very sensible. Especially after her father died, it was her mother, Sister Chen, who made money to support them. Although there was a pension, life was difficult. It was only on our ship that life was a little better."

"She was worried that she would lose this job after her mother could no longer work, so she told me that she would not go to school and would work here in her place instead of her mother."

Tang Ying said: "Shuhua has a strong sense of self-esteem. If you give her money directly, she won't accept it. In fact, it all comes down to money. Since her grades are so good, you can give her a bonus on your island or in school."

Tang Xiaoyu's eyes lit up when he heard this, "Yes! Her grades are so good, she will definitely be admitted to university! Talented people in science and engineering can't be buried!"

"I'll go back and tell my dad that the island will give a reward of 10,000 yuan to students who are admitted to a good university, and the bonus will be paid by me."

Tang Xiaoyu knew that she was not good at science and engineering, and her grades were not good back then, but this did not prevent her from appreciating people with good grades and admiring people who were good at science and engineering.

After all, these people become scientists and promote the development of productivity, and she, as an ordinary person, can also enjoy the convenience and security brought by technology.

Liu Meilan thought about it after hearing this and said, "Ten thousand yuan may not be enough to support the family. Let's set up a scholarship on the island and give it to Chen Shuhua who has been admitted to a good university."

"As a company rooted in Sifang Island, we will do this not only this year, but also in the future! We will help more talents to leave our island."

Tang Xiaoyu nodded, "Meilan, if you say so, then there is a lot to be done here!"

Liu Meilan looked puzzled. "Isn't it just to support college students who pass the exam? What else can be done in between?"

Tang Xiaoyu smiled and said, "There is a lot of knowledge involved! If you donate money to support college students who pass the exam every year, then we can set up a Meilan Scholarship!"

"If our Sifangdao Seafood Fishing Company becomes larger and more profitable in the future, we can also increase the Meilan scholarship! We can spend part of the money on outstanding students and part on poor students."

When Liu Benlan heard that the name was used, she felt a little embarrassed and smiled awkwardly.

"Xiao Yu, isn't it a bit too high-profile to use my name? How about using the company's name?"

Hearing this, Tang Xiaoyu shook his head repeatedly, "Meilan, you spent real money to do good things, so you deserve a good reputation!"

"I know you are a low-key person. Even if you do good things, you don't like to publicize it. Doing good things should be praised and recognized. If everyone is as low-key as you, how can we encourage more people to do good things?"

Hearing this, Liu Meilan thought about it, then looked at her elder brother and sister-in-law, "Brother, what do you think?"

Liu Yian smiled and said, "I think Xiaoyu is right! You and your company have done good things, so you should be praised and recognized, and even get some benefits."

"This will encourage more people and businesses to do good things, just like what our country is advocating now, developing the economy, and then the rich will help the poor."

Tang Ying looked at Liu Meilan with admiration, "Meilan, you and Xiaoyu are really kind-hearted. I am very happy to come to Sifang Island and meet you."

Tang Xiaoyu smiled, "I also like the heroic Sister Ying! I learned from Meilan that you have been on the battlefield and rescued many injured soldiers. You are a hero in our hearts!"

Liu Meilan nodded repeatedly in agreement, "Yes! You are heroes who defend your country, you are great!"

"We are just doing our duty as soldiers! This is what we should do!" Tang Ying was very proud to hear that their profession was recognized.

Tang Xiaoyu complimented, "Other people just work hard, but you sometimes have to risk your life, this is the difference between us! That's why you are more noble and great!"

Tang Ying and Liu Yian smiled at each other and saw relief in each other's eyes.

They have fought for their country, and whether they died on the battlefield or returned with honor, they have always been upright and have no regrets.

Liu Meilan took her elder brother and sister-in-law home, while Tang Xiaoyu went home to get money and bought an air conditioner with Chen Shuhua.

Chen Shuhua took the money and said gratefully, "Sister Xiaoyu, thank you!"

Tang Xiaoyu waved her hand, "My family was planning to buy an air conditioner anyway, so this is perfect. Keep the money. When you sisters stay at home at night, not only should you lock the door, but you should also put a chain on it."

"If someone knocks on the door, look through the peephole first! If you don't know them, don't open the door! Even if you know them, don't open the door if you're not familiar with them."

Chen Shuhua nodded, "Sister Xiaoyu, thank you, I understand. I will take good care of my sister!"

Tang Xiaoyu smiled and patted Chen Shuhua on the shoulder, "Shuhua, I heard from Meilan that you want to drop out of school, don't want to study, and want to work."

Chen Shuhua nodded. "After my father passed away, my mother suffered so much. I can't be so selfish! I am an adult now. I should shoulder the burden of the family and let my mother and sister feel at ease."

Tang Xiaoyu praised, "Shuhua, I admire your responsible attitude. However, can you seriously consider the suggestions of Meilan and me?"

Chen Shuhua was stunned and quickly argued, "Captain Meilan, don't you want me to work on the ship? I can endure hardships and I'm very strong. I will definitely not be a drag."

Tang Xiaoyu shook his head and smiled, "It's not what you think. We fully believe that you are hardworking and responsible, and you are qualified for this job."

"We often chat with your mother. She said that your wish is to become a scientist and design powerful weapons so that you can help loyal and brave soldiers like your father."

"For this, you have been working hard and have been among the best. You have almost all scored full marks in math, physics, chemistry and biology. You also have high marks in Chinese and English. As long as you don't have any psychological pressure and study hard for the exams, you will definitely be able to get into the best university and realize your dream."

"But... ideals are ideals, and I always have to take care of reality." Chen Shuhua said softly, lowered her head, and thought of her father.

Tang Xiaoyu continued to persuade him: "First of all, your mother may not have been infected. If she hadn't been infected and you didn't get into college, how disappointed would your mother be?"

"Secondly, my father has been discussing the establishment of scholarships for entrepreneurs on the island. As long as you are admitted to a university, there will be bonuses on the island. For a student like you who is admitted to a prestigious university, you can probably get a bonus of 30,000 yuan."

"Also, your mother will receive a basic salary while she is waiting for the results, which is enough for the family's basic living. So in the next few months, you should go all out to study hard, get into college, realize your dreams, contribute to the country, become the pride of your parents, and be a role model for your sister, okay?"

Chen Shuhua was shocked when she heard this and couldn't believe it. "Sister Xiaoyu, is this true?"

"It's true. We were planning to announce the details after the New Year. I told you in advance so that you can be mentally prepared. Don't give up on yourself, don't let your mother down, and don't give up on your ideals easily."

"Workers are honorable. Many people on Sifang Island can become fishermen, but not everyone can get into college, let alone have great ambitions and the ability to become a scientist!"

"The great man once said that we should study for the rise of China. You are shouldering this responsibility now. It is precisely because we are weak that those powerful countries bully us."

"Our country is still very backward. How can it become stronger? It needs people like us who work hard, and even more so, young people like you who are smart, intelligent, and love our country and our nation!"

"I believe you can do well as a fisherman, but it would be a waste of your intelligence. So Shuhua, leave these trivial matters to us, and you just need to work hard towards your goal, okay?"

Chen Shuhua was so moved that her eyes turned red and her lips trembled slightly. "You are so kind to me. I don't know how to repay you."

"You are unable to repay us now, but when the weapons you design or your inventions and scientific research help our country break through foreign blockades and make our country stronger, you are protecting us, the people! This is the reward!"

Upon hearing this, Chen Shuhua hugged Tang Xiaoyu tightly and said, "Sister Xiaoyu, I will study hard and live up to the expectations of my family and you. I will become the most powerful scientist in China."

At this moment, Chen Shuhua seemed to have unloaded a heavy burden. She was in high spirits and moved forward courageously.

"Man can conquer nature and overcome all difficulties. You can do it." Seeing that Chen Shuhua had figured it out, Tang Xiaoyu's eyes shone with more faith.

After Tang Xiaoyu returned home, he told his father about Meilan's scholarship.

Hearing this, Mayor Tang couldn't believe it, "Is Meilan really willing?"

"Of course, but Meilan said she didn't want to use the name, and I persuaded her to keep it." Tang Xiaoyu replied.

Mayor Tang touched his chin and said, "It is human nature to do good deeds and leave a good reputation, but you only see the benefits of fame and you don't see the disadvantages."

Hearing this, Tang Xiaoyu stopped eating and asked seriously: "Dad, what are the disadvantages?"

Mayor Tang replied: "Meilan is willing to spend money to do good things, which is very commendable and can help many poor and outstanding students."

"But don't underestimate human nature. Some people may look poor, but if they work hard, they can send their children to school. But they don't want to work, and then they come to us for help. Should Meilan help them or not?"

"If we help, it will encourage unhealthy trends. If we don't help, these people will have opinions about Meilan, or even hate her. Therefore, I think the name Meilan Scholarship can be used, but for Meilan Grant, I suggest using Sifangdao Grant, which is more appropriate."

"In this way, your company will take the lead and unite with some wealthy people on the island to make donations every year in a semi-official manner to help children and families in real need. The local government will also help to supervise and minimize the number of people who get something for nothing, and minimize the subsequent troubles for Meilan."

After listening to his father's explanation, Tang Xiaoyu stood in awe, "Dad, the old ones are the wisest. Your advice is very pertinent. College students have to rely on their grades to be selected. There are many ways to get scholarships."

"Meilan has a calm personality and doesn't fight or compete, but she doesn't like trouble either. I can't let Meilan do good things and still be harassed by others. She will be unhappy. I didn't think it through before, and I will consider it more comprehensively in the future."

Mayor Tang smiled and picked up the thermos cup his daughter bought for him. "Xiaoyu, at your age, it's great that you can think so much."

"When I heard you persuade Chen Shuhua just now, I felt that you are suitable for politics! Xiaoyu, how about..."

Tang Xiaoyu shook his head like a rattle, "There are many people in our family who are engaged in various industries! I don't have an education, which is a disadvantage. I can't go too far. Instead of working at the grassroots level, I might as well make more money to support our Tang family."

"Besides, Meilan and I just started a business, and everything is going well. We are very happy and feel very accomplished. If you have this energy, you should use it more on your brothers. I just want to be a free person who eats, drinks, and has fun."

Mayor Tang was a little disappointed when he heard this, but he knew his daughter and knew her idea was right.

Liu Meilan followed her elder brother and sister-in-law back, and when she reached the entrance of the alley, she saw a familiar figure.

Liu Meilan ran towards the figure with a smile in her eyes.

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