A student exchange application form, akin to a giant rock, shattered the previously calm lives of three families.
The next day, Shi Yang's parents drove directly to the provincial city, where the two families gathered to discuss and study this matter, which was considered a major event at the time.
During those years, studying abroad wasn't as common as it is now. Anyone who had the chance to stroll around abroad and come back would receive envious praise, such as being a 'gold-plated overseas returnee'.
The family was both happy and excited, but amid such emotions, there were still some concerns.
Liu Xiue held Zhao Meimei's hand, blaming herself relentlessly: "It's all my fault. From childhood to adulthood, I spoiled her too much. Now she's grown, but knows nothing. If someone like her goes abroad, won't she starve there?"
