Chapter 948
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Hu Mengdie rode her electric scooter with Lin Yuehua sitting behind her, and the two remained silent the entire way. Yet, Hu Mengdie could clearly sense the panic and helplessness hidden beneath Lin Yuehua's silence.
How pitiful.
Hu Mengdie felt increasingly sympathetic towards Lin Yuehua. In her eyes, Lin Yuehua was just a pitiful little sister. Since she had run into her, she should help her.
Because she was unfamiliar with Lin Yuehua's house, Hu Mengdie almost took the wrong turn. Finally, she arrived at the Lin family's door. Before Hu Mengdie could even stop the car, Lin Yuehua jumped out and rushed towards her house.
Hu Mengdie frowned slightly, parked the car, sighed, and followed them inside.
This is a dilapidated fruit shop with a single, removable wooden door panel. It is very dark and filled with a faint sandalwood scent.
At this moment, Lin Yuehua and Grandma Lin had already started arguing. Lin Yuehua kept questioning the truth in her dialect. Grandma Lin initially tried to deny it, but eventually admitted it with tears in her eyes. Then the two hugged each other and cried.
Hu Mengdie stood awkwardly to the side, feeling out of place, and a sense of guilt arose from witnessing others' misfortune. Fortunately, she still fulfilled her role.
She persuaded Grandma Lin to accept treatment, and, as a "doctor's relative," reassured her that the chances of recovery were not low. She also explained that this would allow Lin Yuehua to focus on her studies, otherwise it would affect her granddaughter's grades and future. Finally, she assured her that there was no need to worry about money, as the school would make a donation, which finally alleviated some of Grandma Lin's concerns.
After leaving the Lin family home, Hu Mengdie took Lin Yuehua's hand and gently comforted her.
She thought that in her past life, Li Zhuangsheng must have felt regret, even heartache, when he knew the reason Lin Yuehua dropped out of school. Given his nature of being concerned with the world's troubles, he must have been very uncomfortable during that time. This time, she could consider it an inadvertent help to that scumbag who wanted to abandon his wife and children!
Sigh... Where can one find a magnanimous and tolerant wife like me? And someone doesn't even appreciate it!
"Don't worry, I'll go with you to find the teacher... everything will be fine." Hu Mengdie's voice was full of encouragement and comfort.
Lin Yuehua was deeply grateful. This matter had nothing to do with Hu Mengdie, yet Hu Mengdie had so kindly helped her. Although the process made her feel somewhat ashamed, Lin Yuehua valued her dignity and, unless absolutely necessary, didn't want to expose her wounds to the light of day. However, compared to her grandmother's life, what did dignity matter?
Hu Mengdie looked up with a carefree air, gazing at the wild geese flying south, her mood brightening considerably. She felt she had done something meaningful, only regretting that no one knew of her good intentions. Perhaps this was the trouble of hiding one's true intentions in the dark.
The two returned to school, and Hu Mengdie led Lin Yuehua to Ms. Fan, the homeroom teacher of Class 13, and told her about Lin Yuehua's grandmother's ordeal. Ms. Fan was surprised by Hu Mengdie's involvement, but Lin Yuehua's situation was clearly more important than this matter.
Not many people in the class knew about Lin Yuehua's family situation, but Teacher Fan clearly knew that Lin Yuehua's parents had died. But he never expected that misfortune would specifically target the unfortunate and even continue to haunt them.
Lin Yuehua was his most outstanding student, and in his mind, she was at least a 211 university, and with a good performance, she might even be able to get into a 985 university. Moreover, given the great misfortune that had befallen her family, he immediately comforted Lin Yuehua, assuring her that the school would definitely not stand idly by.
The golden rays of the setting sun streamed into the office, illuminating Lin Yuehua's face. She silently clutched her sleeves, her head bowed low. She remained silent throughout, letting Hu Mengdie recount her misfortunes, letting the other woman plead for the school's help on her behalf, and letting Teacher Fan offer her comfort.
Teacher Fan offered a few words of comfort, urging Lin Yuehua to study hard and not to overthink things, assuring her that the school would provide assistance. Then, glancing at Hu Mengdie, she thanked her for her help and reminder before hurriedly going to report the matter to the school leaders. "This Hu Mengdie, is she really such a smooth talker? The composure and confidence in her words don't sound like a student, but rather like a parent," Teacher Fan thought to herself.
With Teacher Fan's assurance, Hu Mengdie breathed a slight sigh of relief. The school would definitely take care of it; Lin Yuehua was one of the top students in the second year of high school. However, the school's method was simply to call on the entire school to donate money, but would the donated money really be enough for Grandma Lin's treatment?
Hu Mengdie remembered that Lin Yuehua had suspended her studies before donating money. However, Lin Yuehua never returned to school, so the school's donations alone were probably insufficient. Although her intervention a year earlier might reduce the treatment costs, it might still not be enough.
However, Hu Mengdie also thought of this point. With the idea of going all the way, she also had a plan... She could also use this incident to make Li Zhuangsheng completely fall for her.
"Lin Yuehua, you heard what Teacher Fan said earlier, right? Don't worry too much. Hehe, you're one of the best students in our school, the school definitely won't sit idly by. Don't worry, I'll also talk to your second grandfather about the hospital." Hu Mengdie took Lin Yuehua's hand and walked out of the office, smiling as she comforted her, "What you need to do now is try your best not to let this affect your studies and not let down your teachers and your grandmother's expectations."
"Yes, thank you," Lin Yuehua said softly, her lips pale. "Thank you."
Rationally, she was extremely grateful to Hu Mengdie for her help. Although they were the same age, Hu Mengdie's behavior at this moment was exceptionally mature, and it was precisely this maturity and composure that put her at ease. She knew very well how much help Hu Mengdie had given her; if this were a TV drama, it would be a debt of gratitude she would repay even if she had to do anything for her.
However, she felt something was strange and uncomfortable; Hu Mengdie's help went far beyond their relationship. This help felt like a sudden invasion, condescendingly and undeniably tearing away at her pride.
Of course, such feelings are meaningless; Hu Mengdie is her great benefactor, without a doubt.
"It's nothing, just a small favor." Hu Mengdie smiled slightly, as if she had just remembered something. "By the way, you're in Class 13, right? Is Li Zhuangsheng in the same class as you?"
“…Hmm.” Lin Yuehua paused for a moment, then nodded.
"Oh, what a coincidence. Hehe, can I ask you for a favor?"
"Okay, go ahead and say it."
"Li Zhuangsheng's grades have dropped rapidly recently. If possible, I would like to ask you to help him with his studies. The reason for his decline is that he's not putting in the effort. Could you help me encourage him?"
"Ok, Ok."
Lin Yuehua nodded repeatedly, as it would be best if she could "repay the favor" immediately. However, she couldn't help but be curious about the relationship between Hu Mengdie and Li Zhuangsheng.
"We're friends for now. I know his parents, and they asked me to take good care of him." Seemingly noticing Lin Yuehua's confusion, Hu Mengdie winked playfully. (End of Chapter)