Love in the Depths of Time (GL) - Chapter 17

After the high school entrance exam, the students finally had a short break to relax. However, this was soon followed by the beginning of a new journey.

Lin Xi, through her hard work, was admitted to the top high school in the city and was placed in the elite class. Her grades were among the best in the class, making both the principal and teachers very proud of her. Lin Xi herself also felt proud, knowing that all her efforts had not been in vain.

Jia Le, Yang Sheng, Ye Zi, and Fu Mei also got into the same advanced class at the top high school. Although they didn’t enter the elite class, they were determined to keep working hard in their new school and not let go of their dreams. They promised each other to continue striving for success together.

He Xiaoyong, on the other hand, chose to attend a vocational high school due to his unsatisfactory grades. He knew this path might be more challenging than a regular high school, but he was not discouraged. He decided to acquire a skill at the vocational school to build a solid foundation for his future. Everyone was beginning a new chapter in their lives.

During the summer break, Lin Xi did not relax. She continued working part-time to earn some money for her daily expenses. At the same time, she spent a lot of time at the orphanage, where she enjoyed telling stories and teaching the children. Being with them made her feel warmth and happiness. These experiences helped her grow more mature and provided her with inner comfort.

High school life began, and Lin Xi continued to follow her own pace. She woke up early every morning and went to school full of energy. After school, she worked part-time at a coffee shop. In the evening, after returning to the dormitory, she would exercise to maintain her physical fitness. Lin Xi had a clear goal—she wanted to get into an ideal university through her hard work and change her future.

In her new class, Lin Xi made some new friends, but she always remained independent and focused. She knew she couldn’t be distracted and had to devote herself completely to her studies. In her free time, she studied finance and joined the school’s finance club, hoping to lay a solid foundation for her future. She firmly believed that only through effort could she achieve her dreams.

Meanwhile, Jia Le, Yang Sheng, Ye Zi, and Fu Mei were assigned to the same class. After going through a breakup, Jia Le became more mature and independent. She focused more on her studies and actively participated in school activities to find new interests and directions. Yang Sheng remained Jia Le’s good friend, always by her side, supporting her. She knew Jia Le was in pain after the breakup, but she believed Jia Le could overcome it. Ye Zi and Fu Mei, Jia Le’s other good friends, were also adapting to their new high school life. Yang Sheng and Ye Zi had a strong interest in art and joined the school’s art club, hoping to develop their artistic talents. Fu Mei, on the other hand, was passionate about broadcasting and joined the school’s broadcasting club, aiming to perform well in broadcasting competitions.

Throughout her high school life, Lin Xi maintained her usual routine. She no longer took the initiative to contact Jia Le and the others but remained focused on her studies. She believed that as long as she persisted, she would be able to achieve her goals.

Lin Xi worked very hard in her studies, consistently ranking among the top in her class. She also spent her free time studying finance, participating in the school’s finance club, and continuously building her knowledge. She exercised daily, running every morning to maintain her health, believing that a healthy body was essential for a good life and effective learning. When she first entered the finance club’s activity room, she was filled with excitement and anticipation. The senior students were having a lively discussion about their next club event, and the room was filled with an atmosphere of motivation. Lin Xi cautiously sat in a corner, listening attentively, and secretly made up her mind to perform well in the club.

During the stock market competition, despite having some financial knowledge, Lin Xi felt overwhelmed by the complexity of the market. In group discussions, she was too nervous to speak, only listening quietly to others’ analyses. When it was finally her turn to share her opinion, she spoke in a low voice, avoiding eye contact, afraid of saying something wrong and being laughed at.

However, her team members did not ridicule her. Instead, they encouraged her to voice her thoughts. Encouraged by them, Lin Xi mustered her courage and expressed her opinions. Although her ideas were somewhat immature, her seniors still recognized her efforts, boosting her confidence to keep improving.

From then on, Lin Xi began her “finance journey.” She spent her free time buried in financial books like *Principles of Economics*, *Finance*, and *Investment Science*, reading late into the night under her desk lamp. Whenever she encountered something she didn’t understand, she would look it up online or consult her teachers. She also kept up with financial news, making it a habit to check the latest financial updates every morning. By combining this knowledge with what she learned in her books, she gradually built her understanding of finance.

During club activities, Lin Xi continued to learn. She always sat in the front row at lectures, listening attentively and actively asking questions. From stock analysis to macroeconomics, from investment strategies to risk management, she absorbed knowledge eagerly. After the stock market simulation competition ended, the club organized a financial planning contest. This time, members had to create a detailed financial plan for a family, including income and expense analysis, asset allocation, and risk assessment. Lin Xi and her group carefully studied every detail, conducting surveys and interviews to gather data before crafting a feasible financial plan. Their plan was highly praised by the judges, and Lin Xi gained valuable knowledge and experience from the event.

As time passed, Lin Xi’s performance in the finance club improved significantly. She no longer just participated in club activities but also actively sought out more learning opportunities. She signed up for a financial knowledge competition, competing with students from different majors. To prepare, she spent long nights studying and perfecting her analysis.

Lin Xi’s hard work did not go unnoticed. She was appointed as a core member of the finance club, taking on responsibilities such as organizing events and coordinating members’ activities. She also invited financial experts from outside the school to give lectures, helping her fellow students gain exposure to advanced financial knowledge.

Meanwhile, Jia Le gradually adapted to her new class. After her breakup, she became more mature and independent, focusing more on her studies and actively participating in school activities to discover new interests. Yang Sheng remained a supportive friend, knowing Jia Le was going through a tough time but believing she would move forward. Ye Zi and Fu Mei, Jia Le’s other close friends, were also adjusting to their new high school life. Yang Sheng and Ye Zi, who both loved arts, joined the school’s art club to develop their artistic skills. Fu Mei, passionate about broadcasting, joined the school’s broadcasting club, hoping to excel in competitions.

Jia Le, on the other hand, was drawn to the school’s medical club. She had always been fascinated by medicine since she watched *Jin Yi*, a drama about doctors. To her, being able to understand and interact with the essence of life was deeply meaningful. With excitement and anticipation, she stepped into the medical club’s activity room for the first time. Posters of human anatomy and medical knowledge covered the walls, and a focused, serious atmosphere filled the air. Sitting quietly in a corner, Jia Le listened carefully to the discussions, determined to learn and improve her medical knowledge.

However, when it came time for her to practice CPR, she was so nervous that her hands trembled, and she was afraid of making a mistake and being laughed at. But instead of making fun of her, the senior members encouraged her to express her thoughts. Their support gave her the courage to share her ideas, even if they were a bit naive. This encouragement strengthened her confidence to continue improving.

As time went on, Jia Le became more involved in the medical club. She participated in its activities, took on responsibilities, and helped organize events. She was determined to learn more about medicine and enhance her skills. With each passing day, she became more knowledgeable and gained valuable experience, proving that hard work and perseverance could help her achieve her dreams.