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Yu Jihui: “A Stinking Old Ninth – A Tale of the Coal Capital” (updated on July 2020)
“I know your pronunciation is beautiful. You’ll
have an advantage in the oral examination. But don’t
forget there is written examination as well.”
“I’ll prepare. I have a good foundation. Once I
work hard, I can make quick progress.”
“The examination will take place in one month.
You’ll have thirty days to prepare. I really hope you
pass the examination. You know, this is a very good
chance for you to change your social status. At the
moment, you are at bottom of the social ladder. If
you become a teacher of a university, you’ll be at the
top of it. You’ll win my mother’s support. You’ll
marry me. My happiness depends on you. I hope you
won’t let me down. During the thirty days, you must
bury yourself in books.”
“I’ll go all out to win the job, for you and for me
as well. I guarantee that I’ll work hard.”
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