Chapter 201: Lust Is a Double-Edged Sword

There were no parents sending their children to exams like in later years. Everyone went to school themselves, and the school arranged everything. On the day of departure, Zhu Yanyi woke up early to cook a delicious meal for Zhu Yanli. After eating, Zhu Yanli went to school to gather with classmates. They would take a school bus to a vocational school in Yaojiang City for the high school entrance exam, which lasted two days.

While Zhu Yanli ate breakfast, Zhu Yanyi checked the items she had prepared. "Sister, I put your pens, ruler, compass, scratch paper, and admission ticket in the innermost pocket. I also prepared two packs of lotus root powder. Don't worry about it spoiling. You can mix it with water when hungry. It helps fill your stomach. I also put a small pack of goji berries. Remember to put seven in your water. No need for more. I also made mint essential oil for you. It helps you stay awake. Put one drop on your temples before the afternoon exam. Put another drop on your palm, rub it warm, and cover your nose to take a deep breath. You will feel fresh all afternoon. You will do your best." The last sentence was said with a joking tone.

"Okay, I remember. For these two days, the house relies on you." Zhu Yanli nodded while eating. Although she was the eldest sister, she felt Zhu Yanyi acted more like a sister at this moment.

Zhu Yanyi glanced at Zhu Yanli. Although they were five years apart in age, their heights were similar. Zhu Yanyi was now over one meter fifty tall. "Sister, when you were at home, I seemed to take care of the house more than you did."

Zhu Yanli giggled. "Those who can do more, do more."

Zhu Yanyi laughed. "I packed a lot of lotus root powder. Two bags. You won't finish one bag in two days. The extra is for you to give to others. If someone else is hungry, don't be stingy. Also, hide your money well. Don't let thieves see it." Zhu Yanyi continued to remind her.

"En, don't worry, I remember." Just as she finished speaking, Hu Yuanyuan came in. "Ani, are you ready? We should go." Hu Yuanyuan was in the same class as Zhu Yanli. They were neighbors and desk-mates, so they were good friends.

"Ready." Zhu Yanli said goodbye to her parents and siblings again. Then she put on her backpack, took the bag Zhu Yanyi prepared, and went to school with Hu Yuanyuan.

Watching Zhu Yanli leave, Xie Xinlian sighed. "I find that I, as a mother, am not as careful as Ani." Preparing for her daughter's exam should have been the parents' duty. Now she found herself a bystander.

Zhu Shunyao quickly comforted her. "We haven't experienced this kind of exam. Ani is always careful. Let her handle it. We can enjoy our daughter's filial piety early." As a father who played tricks on her daughter, she shifted the blame without blinking.

Zhu Yanyi chuckled. "So, Doumiao's things will be my responsibility too in the future."

"Definitely." Zhu Shunyao was really good at shifting blame.

Zhu Yanyi suddenly wondered if Zhu Shunyao's heart had changed. He shifted blame so smoothly. She looked at Zhu Zhibin, who was smiling cutely. Well, who asked her to be the older sister? She would take care of him. Then she said, "Dad, you really forget your children for your wife. Sigh, but never mind. I am generous and forgive you." She waved her hand. Before Zhu Shunyao could speak, she picked up Zhu Zhibin and quickly slipped away.

Zhu Shunyao paused, then laughed helplessly. "This girl is becoming more and more unruly."