Zhilan nodded, taking in all her aunt had said, "I understand, Auntie."
When discussing university, He Hongmei wished she could transfer all her past experiences directly into Zhilan's mind. Regardless of how unruly Zhilan had been at home, she was still their child. He Hongmei genuinely feared that Zhilan might be mistreated once she went out into the world.
She had experienced the same when attending university herself. Afterwards, during her second year, she got engaged. Fortunately, her in-laws treated her well and her husband cherished her. When she resumed her studies, they paid her tuition and living expenses, bought her many things, and spent a considerable amount of money to arrange for one of her lecturers to look after her, until she graduated safely.
So, after graduating with excellent grades, He Hongmei did not hesitate to decline offers to stay in the big city. Instead, she returned here to live her simple life.
