The next day, Qiu Xi went to the library. Since the semi-finals had just concluded and the finals wouldn't be until after the CET-4 exam, she decided to draft a preparation plan for it, aiming to achieve a higher score.
After all, the system's rewards had always been decent, and this time, it hadn't been announced in advance, making Qiu Xi quite eager.
Among the question types in CET-4, reading was the most crucial for scoring points. There was a famous saying in the industry, "He who masters reading conquers all."
Qiu Xi's own vocabulary wasn't a concern; she just needed more practice and experience, so she planned to work through several practice tests.
Next was listening comprehension. Although her spoken English had gradually improved thanks to language training, being able to converse was different from being able to tackle exam questions.
After summarizing her situation, Qiu Xi began to create her plan.
Considering the upcoming speech competition finals, Qiu Xi thought of Xiao Hua.
After some discussion, it was decided that Qiu Xi would focus on diligently practicing test questions, while the rest would be managed by studying and attending classes within the system according to the plan.
For the speech competition, Qiu Xi intended to further refine her public speaking and writing skills.
She directly asked Xiao Hua to arrange these two training sessions. Since the CET-4 plan wouldn't require extensive time, she felt confident she could manage it at her own pace.
With all that settled and some time remaining, Qiu Xi started working on practice questions.
After completing a practice test, it was time for lunch. She decided to check the answers later and make notes.
As she stepped out of the library, ready to head for lunch, she received a request from her three roommates to pick up their meals.
Alright, today was another day of feeding the three little piglets.
Thinking about picking up their food, Qiu Xi decided to pack her own as well, planning to eat with them back at the dorm.
"The feeder is back, prepare for mealtime!" Qiu Xi genuinely felt like she was raising piglets at this point.
"Hmph, I won't argue with you. Eating is the most important thing," Song Daiyao said, snatching her lunch and sitting down to eat immediately.
"Xiao Xi, you might be ruthless now, but you'll be a little pig yourself one day," Liang Yunfei said, taking her portion, unwilling to admit the role of their feeder.
"Exactly, I second that," Shen Yan chimed in, nodding repeatedly behind Liang Yunfei, clearly in agreement.
As they ate, the roommates began to inquire about each other's well-being.
"Xiao Xi, what did you study this morning?"
They didn't ask where she went, as any of them might be found in the library early in the morning, and sometimes they'd go together if their schedules aligned.
"Nothing much. CET-4 is starting soon, so I just wrote a plan and worked on a practice test."
"Oh right, it's coming up. When are you going again? Take me with you."
"Me too."
"Count me in as well."
"Sure," Qiu Xi replied, enjoying the company when studying as it provided more motivation.
And so, a pleasant weekend was spent feasting and practicing test questions.
On Monday morning, as classes were about to begin, a few sleepy students were present in the classroom.
The teacher entered the classroom early and started chatting with the students.
In the span of two days, all the teachers from other departments were aware that a first-year student named Qiu Xi had reached the finals of the speech competition.
Thus, the teacher's conversation revolved around Qiu Xi, instantly making her the focus of the class, with the tag of a beautiful and talented class representative firmly attached to her.
Under the teacher's special attention, the three morning classes finally concluded.
Qiu Xi remembered she needed to find her teacher in the office and informed her roommates, "I need to go to the office to see Teacher Yan. You guys go back first?"
"Go ahead. We were heading to the library anyway. You can find us later when you're done, and we can have lunch together."
"Okay, I'll head over then and find you guys later."
With that, she proceeded to the teacher's office.
"Knock, knock, knock~"
"Come in."
"Teacher, I'm here."
"Qiu Xi, come in and sit down. I'll talk to you in a moment."
Seeing that the teacher was still busy, Qiu Xi sat down.
After a while, the teacher finished their work.
"Here, Qiu Xi, take this material. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me."
"Okay, thank you, Teacher."
"Also, wait a moment, I want to introduce someone to you."
"Ah?!!" Qiu Xi didn't understand what was happening.
"Ah what? He's also going to the finals, but in the non-professional group. He's also in a class I teach. I thought you two could keep each other company."
"Oh, oh, I see. That makes sense." Qiu Xi nodded. Mutual learning and constant improvement, it was understandable.
Just as she thought this, a knock sounded at the door.
"Teacher Yan." The voice was somewhat low and magnetic.
Just by the voice, this person piqued Qiu Xi's interest.
Looking up, Qiu Xi's eyes widened in surprise.
The person on the other side seemed equally taken aback, but in a moment, they naturally walked in.
"Nan Hua, you're here at the perfect time. Come in quickly."