Chapter 103: You’re Just an Audit Student?
That afternoon, Su He visited the food stores and other local units again. Since she had already paved the way previously, things went smoothly this time.
Before night school started, she handed Principal Chen a long donation list of supplies.
Principal Chen was so thrilled he almost tore out the last few strands of hair on his head!
He blinked hard, trying to process what he saw, and repeatedly asked if it was real. After confirming the list was genuine, he asked in disbelief, “Su He, how did you pull this off?”
Su He didn’t hide anything and explained everything in full detail.
Principal Chen: “…”
So that’s why someone cursed me today—turns out it was all thanks to your handiwork!
If it weren’t for this massive list of donated materials, I would have kicked you out on the spot!
After mentally adjusting for a while, Principal Chen asked, “Everything else I can accept, but when did I ever talk about instant noodles? And I don’t even have a student working at the S City Food Factory! Isn’t that just pure fabrication?! If Director Tian takes it seriously and comes to me, what then?”
“Whether there’s a student or not doesn’t matter. What do you think about the instant noodle project itself?”
Su He didn’t bring it up just to trick Director Tian into donating supplies. That kind of lie wouldn’t be worth it. She genuinely had plans to build an instant noodle production line, and this was the perfect chance to introduce the idea.
For many years to come, instant noodles would dominate a large share of the food market. Although the rise of food delivery would later squeeze that space, that was still decades away.
Plus, both Beiliao Province and nearby Jingbei Province were major wheat producers—perfect for this type of project.
She wasn’t entirely selfless, but she did have a bit of a sentimental side. She hoped the project could help boost An County’s economy and benefit the local people.
Also, this gave her a reason to visit S City (S City). As the economic forefront of Huaxia, S City was key. Though times were still a bit turbulent, “spring” was just around the corner.
She wanted to go build connections ahead of time. That way, once “spring” came, she’d have first-hand access to information and could seize business opportunities early.
Moreover, after visiting S City, she could shift the blame for things onto S City when needed.
She had been worried about not having money or an introduction letter. Now that the food factory was willing to foot the bill, she couldn’t be more grateful.
Principal Chen thought deeply for a moment. “The project is feasible, but I’m just a night school principal. Don’t you think this is beyond my scope?”
Su He replied seriously, “Principal, your knowledge speaks for itself—no one in An County can match you!
Most importantly, you have students all over the place. They are your foundation and your resource!
A person like you would have been a shan zhang in the past, someone with real influence over court officials!
So you mustn’t underestimate yourself. You need to recognize your own capabilities and status!
As the saying goes: When one is poor, they keep their integrity; when one is able, they help the world!
With great power comes great responsibility!
Principal, you don’t just represent this night school—you are the hope of every citizen in An County!”
Principal Chen had always been a bit hunched over, but hearing these words, he instantly stood tall like a poplar tree! Straight and proud!
Why did he suddenly feel so noble and important?
Of course, he knew Su He was flattering him, but it felt so good to hear!
“Su He, your reasoning makes sense, and I do want to do something meaningful for the people of An County. But I don’t know anyone in S City. I’ll be like a blind man in a strange place.
What if I can’t even get into the S City Food Factory? How would I explain that to Director Tian?”
Su He blinked innocently. “Just take me with you!”
“You know someone there?”
“Nope. But I’ll meet someone on the spot and make it work when the time comes.”
Principal Chen: “…”
After weighing the pros and cons, Principal Chen decided that even if they gained nothing, the trip itself would be worth it for the experience.
“Let’s discuss it further after the performance showcase.”
Su He understood that this basically meant he had agreed.
Looking at the donation list again, Principal Chen hesitated. “These items are nice, but not very practical. If we could convert them into cash, that would be better.”
He was telling the truth. They couldn’t distribute all those goods as welfare. What the night school really needed was funding, not supplies.
Su He chuckled, “Principal, let me give you a tip! Go to the county chief and complain about the school’s poverty. He’ll probably say funds are tight and push it to next year…”
Principal Chen interrupted, “I already tried that yesterday. Just like you said, he brushed me off.”
“Then go again tomorrow. When he starts to feel bad for you, tell him we managed to collect some donated supplies ourselves. Ask him to help convert it into cash.
We’re out of options, but the county has ways. You just need to take the money.”
Principal Chen: …Wait, that might actually work!
Come to think of it, the county needs supplies for welfare distribution and consolation events—this batch can be used for that!
Though it’s a bit embarrassing to keep begging for money, for the sake of funding, he was willing to swallow his pride!
Once the funding issue was resolved, Principal Chen felt amazing. Su He looked even more pleasing to the eye—like a miracle worker!
He’d lost all his hair trying to solve the funding problem, and this girl handled it effortlessly!
Such an outstanding student deserved to be rewarded. Otherwise, he’d feel guilty.
“Su He, I’ve seen how much you’ve done for the night school. Coincidentally, we have a university recommendation slot. Pick a school you like, and I’ll finalize it at tomorrow’s meeting.”
The meeting was just a formality. As long as Su He agreed, the spot would be hers.
Principal Chen thought Su He would be thrilled—after all, people would fight to the death for a recommendation like this.
But Su He remained calm.
She said seriously, “Principal, maybe you don’t know this, but I never actually completed the enrollment process. I’m not an official night school student.”
Principal Chen: “…”
What?
You’re not a student?
Then what about being a class monitor? Student council president?
So all this time, you were just… auditing the class?
Principal Chen coughed awkwardly. “Then go get your enrollment papers done. If you don’t have the money, I’ll cover the fees.”
“Principal, you misunderstood me.
It’s not that I can’t pay. I didn’t enroll on purpose—because I don’t want to be a student. I want to be a teacher at the night school.”
Principal Chen: “…Get out. And close the door behind you.”
Su He: …You could’ve just said “get lost”!
