After a bustling morning, Mo Jingchun wiped the water stains from his hands and took out his phone to check the time. It was already ten o'clock in the morning.
Besides the time, Mo Jingchun also noticed several messages on WeChat, sent by different people.
After unlocking his phone, the most recent message was from his counselor, sent 32 minutes ago.
"Mo Jingchun, don't forget today's freshmen registration."
Mo Jingchun thought for a moment and replied to the counselor.
"Okay, teacher. I've been busy just now and didn't see your message."
Ding dong～
Who knows what the counselor was doing, but they replied almost immediately.
"Hmph, if you took one more minute to reply, I'd be storming into the dormitory. ╰_╯"
"I'm already getting ready to head for registration!"
After responding, Mo Jingchun exited the counselor's chat and looked at messages from others.
"Xiaochun, have you arrived at school?"
"Xiaochun, have you settled in yet?"
"Let us know you've arrived safely."
...…
The messages were from his uncle and aunt, mostly asking if he had arrived in Jing City and settled in.
Seeing these messages, Mo Jingchun smacked his forehead, "Look at my brain, I can't believe I forgot such an important thing last night. I even reminded myself on the train not to forget to inform my relatives of my safe arrival."
After feeling annoyed for a while, Mo Jingchun called each of his relatives to reassure them.
"Yes, uncle, I arrived at school around six or seven last night. I was just busy and forgot to call you."
"Yes, yes, I'll take good care of Candy."
"Okay, got it."
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After finishing all the calls, it took another half an hour, and it was already ten-thirty. If he didn't leave now, he would have to wait until the afternoon.
Hurrying, Mo Jingchun found his ID card and admission letter, put a hat on his sister Candy, grabbed the keys, and rushed out the door holding his sister.
The hallway was as quiet as ever, just like yesterday. Not a soul in sight. But once outside the apartment building, it felt like entering another world. The noise of announcements, crowds, and unfamiliar musical instruments filled Mo Jingchun's ears, along with the scorching sun overhead, causing an indescribable irritation.
Holding his sister, Mo Jingchun walked among the crowd, following the signs to locate the School of Software and Microelectronics, his chosen department.
Unlike the other freshmen arriving today, Mo Jingchun, holding a child instead of dragging luggage, aside from his young face, appeared more like a senior student from previous years.
"Senior, can you tell me how to get to Dormitory 7?"
Pointing to himself in surprise, Mo Jingchun asked, "Are you asking me?"
Han Lu looked strangely at the somewhat handsome senior, taller than her, especially as he was holding a little child who bore a resemblance to him.
"Of course, I'm asking you."
Embarrassed, Mo Jingchun glanced at the student in front of him and the always-smiling uncle standing behind her, saying, "I'm a new student this year too, heading for registration. I'm not yet familiar with the campus layout."
After speaking, Mo Jingchun took out the transparent folder that his sister was playing with, revealing inside the Jing University admission notice.
"Sorry for bothering you, fellow student." Blushing, Han Lu pulled her dad and left without looking back, unsure where to go, but just needing to leave the awkward situation.
As Han Lu turned to leave, she didn't see Mo Jingchun looking at their backs with envy in his eyes.
If possible, who wouldn't want to be sent off by their dad or mom when registering for university? At least in Mo Jingchun's heart, it's something he deeply desired. Unfortunately, no matter how much Mo Jingchun longed for it, it's a wish forever out of reach.
The transparent folder was tightly gripped by Candy's chubby little hand, her small head swiveling like a radar, overwhelmed by the number of things that piqued her curiosity, not knowing where to look first.
Mo Jingchun wandered around campus for nearly ten minutes, sweat appearing on his forehead. Fortunately, he finally saw the red banner of the "School of Software and Microelectronics."
"Hello, first-year registration."
Mo Jingchun handed over his admission letter and ID card to the senior sitting behind the desk.
Yang Wenzhao verified that the admission letter belonged to the department, then handed the ID card and letter to Zhang Hui Zhen on his left.
While Zhang Hui Zhen processed the admission information, Yang Wenzhao curiously asked, "Junior, where's your luggage?"
"Senior, I arrived at school yesterday afternoon." Mo Jingchun replied politely with a smile.
"Oh, I see." Yang Wenzhao nodded and asked no further questions.
"Here is your admission letter and ID card, make sure to keep them safe, your information has been registered." As she spoke, Zhang Hui Zhen handed Mo Jingchun his campus card.
"This is the campus card, keep it safe. Whether it's for fetching water or entering the library, you'll need the campus card. For recharging, you can choose the self-service recharge machine in the cafeteria or online. The new student manual contains detailed procedures."
"Okay, thank you, senior sister."
"Here's the QR code for your department's QQ group. Scan it to join and receive notifications from your counselor promptly."
Mo Jingchun took out his phone to scan, finding a group already with 36 members.
"Junior, your sister is very cute." Mo Jingchun paused, then smiled and said, "Thank you, I think so too."
"Oh, by the way, senior sister, I wanted to ask, how do we pay the tuition fees?"
Mo Jingchun's question made Zhang Hui Zhen giggle, showing her dimples.
"Junior, you weren't paying attention. The instructions are on the card included with the courier of your admission notice."
"Well, it's quite simple. After activating your bank card at the bank, just transfer the tuition fee to the card. The school will then deduct the fees directly from the card in batches."
"So make sure you don't miss the deadline, or you'll need to go to the academic office with cash to pay it yourself."
"Alright, junior, do you have any more questions?"
Mo Jingchun thought for a moment and, somewhat lacking in confidence, asked, "Does our school have a lot of scholarships?"
Hmm?
Hearing Mo Jingchun's question, the eyes of many seniors changed.
Zhang Hui Zhen squinted with a smile, "Lots! Plenty! As long as you're excellent enough, scholarships are abundant. But it's not easy."
Entering this university, there's nobody lacking, but when excellent people gather, you'll find even among them, the gaps can be suffocating and despairing.
To win scholarships, you need that strength.