CXnovel Chapter 372 - 342: Extra Story 1
Chapter 372 - 342: Extra Story 1
In the eyes of outsiders, Jiang Ziyue might be considered an oddity in the Jiang Family, a piece of rotten wood among a heap of smart people?
Of course not.
Alas, it’s just that those who are smart are truly too clever, making ordinary people seem somewhat foolish.
Jiang Zihan and Jiang Zihui indeed lived up to Jiang Yan’s expectations.
Jiang Zihui spent one year in high school, two years in college, and after a year of master’s exams, he joined a governmental agency. By the fifth year, he had established himself firmly in the government department.
Jiang Yan also achieved his wishes. In the sixth year, he resigned from all his positions and, with Wang Miaomiao, embarked on a journey traveling far and wide, enjoying life to the fullest, witnessing the vast array of human experiences, making the most of their youth.
They visited the most bustling streets and marketplaces, saw the most splendid sceneries, tasted the most delicious delicacies... They also ventured to the most underdeveloped and impoverished mountainous regions, witnessing the out-of-school children who needed help, the future hope of the nation.
Knowledge changes fate. They could only do their best to help one child or some children as much as they could.
Over the years, Wang Miaomiao earned a considerable amount and was very enthusiastic about public welfare. Xuelan Group itself had a portion of its shares allocated to charity.
Jiang Yan, taking Wang Miaomiao, spent more than half the year away from home, leaving the family responsibilities naturally to Jiang Zihui. Fortunately, he was reliable and calculative, making Jiang Yan and Wang Miaomiao very trusting in him as someone worthy of responsibility.
As for Jiang Zihan, after a year in high school, he went directly into the military academy. With excellent grades and a robust physique, he quickly stood out in school. With Jiang Peng watching over him secretly, it was only a matter of time before he’d grow.
After that conversation with Jiang Ziyue, Jiang Zixuan also stopped suppressing her abilities and soared to great heights: one year in middle school, one year in high school, two years in university, one year in graduate school, and two years for her PhD. She achieved results in half the time it might take others a lifetime to reach.
This girl had a stronger intellect than Jiang Zihui and was very interested in scientific research. She was currently participating in a scientific project, and was also seldom at home.
Only Jiang Ziyue went along with his studies as usual, with average grades but without a hint of inferiority. Regardless of what others might say with ulterior motives, he only felt proud of his brothers and sisters.
Jiang Yan and Wang Miaomiao grew increasingly fond of this son. Their sons and daughters were all excellent, making them proud and happy.
During his senior year of high school, Jiang Ziyue began to worry because he had to confront his future. With his grades at the time, even a second-tier college was at risk.
Without good grades, he couldn’t get into many schools, and the employment issues he’d face in the future were already apparent.
Seeing her third son, who was usually optimistic, suddenly appear so downcast and unhappy, Wang Miaomiao immediately grew concerned and hurriedly inquired about the reason.
Jiang Ziyue had been troubled for several days without any clue, feeling lost about the future. When Wang Miaomiao asked, he didn’t feel embarrassed and spoke the truth.
Upon hearing his words, Wang Miaomiao also started to ponder. Her third son had a great mentality, but with his brothers and sisters being so outstanding, she didn’t want him to end up working in a workshop as a technician. That’s why, in his junior high school days, she had put in the effort, using a sea-of-questions tactic, to barely get him into an ordinary high school.
She still hoped he could have more choices and a more decent job.
Of course, she didn’t mean to look down on the working class. It’s just that, as a mother, she naturally hoped her child could do better and better.
Additionally, the Jiang family’s financial conditions were quite good. She believed that even if it required paving the way, they could create a path for her child.
But no matter how much she considered, it was of no use. The child’s path still needed to be walked by him. She could give some advice, but she wouldn’t make decisions for him authoritarianly.
"Do you have any interests or hobbies you like? If you can find a job related to your hobby, that would be great." She thought the best thing was to let her child do what they love.
Jiang Ziyue scratched his head, thought for a while, and then said with a slight self-mocking smile, "I like... singing and dancing, does that count?"
He didn’t actually have anything he particularly liked, nor did he have many talents. Singing and dancing were just things he participated in during class activities because his handsome looks always got him elected by class officers each time. However, each performance was well-received, earning him high rankings and giving him a sense of achievement...
"Of course, it counts." Hearing this, Wang Miaomiao’s eyes lit up as she stared at her son’s flawless, handsomely charming face. Oh my, why hadn’t she thought of this? With a face like this, there would be no pressure at all to become a little star.
"Doesn’t your mom have a film and television company? I’ll take you to see it. Want to go into singing or acting? Or try both? Let’s go... we’ll talk on the way..." Wang Miaomiao said as she grabbed Jiang Ziyue, took the keys from the coffee table, ready to head out.
Beside them, Jiang Yan, who had been listening for a long time, could only shake his head helplessly at his wife’s impulsive nature. He stepped forward, took the keys from her hand, and affectionately said, "I’ll drive."
Her driving skills were as frightening as ever, so it was better if he drove.
"Huh?" Jiang Ziyue was still bewildered, being pulled along by his enthusiastic mother.
Wang Miaomiao’s film and television company had developed very well over the years, making it a leading entity in the entertainment industry. She had foresight; every time she slightly guided her subordinates during meetings, they would rake in profits.
Initially, she established the company just because she thought the entertainment industry was lucrative, so why not take a slice of the pie for herself. Now, however, it held even greater value.
With a height of six feet, Jiang Ziyue, who exercised regularly with Jiang Yan, had a top-notch physique. Coupled with his chiseled and charming facial features, his sunny and handsome image had already captivated a large crowd of girls at school. Entering the entertainment industry, where the company supported him intensely, he thrived and it would be unreasonable for him not to become famous.
During the winter vacation of his senior year, Wang Miaomiao personally selected a script and let him play the role of Supporting Male Lead. Jiang Ziyue worked diligently, transitioning from his initial bewilderment to a growing passion for acting.
In his senior high school exams, he smoothly got admitted into the Beijing Film Academy and began his acting career.
At twenty, he received his first trophy, and then one success led to another. By the age of twenty-five, he had achieved the distinguished title of Grand Slam Best Actor.
Of course, this title was well-deserved, without any deception. After all, no matter how much Wang Miaomiao loved him and supported him, she would never resort to unscrupulous actions like cheating or undermining other artists.
Jiang Ziyue truly worked hard and had a talent for acting.
Watching her son standing on the podium on TV, Wang Miaomiao couldn’t help but burst into tears of joy, "He did it, who said he’s not as good as his siblings? He’s the best."
"Yes, our son is the best!" Jiang Yan looked at his tearful wife with utter helplessness. Holding her, he gently wiped her tears while offering comfort.