"The situation is like this: when you were training before, Jin Qiong approached me to discuss you getting an internship through connections. However, at that time, we decided it wasn't suitable, and you had other arrangements, so we didn't mention it to you specifically..."
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Actually, Jin Qiong was inquiring then, and Yuan Qing also had intentions. So, after discussing it with Du Bin, they didn't reveal anything further to the child, Qiu Xi.
However, now that many of Qiu Xi's matters are settled, and it happens to coincide with the international exchange conference, it would be a good thing for her to gain some experience. Therefore, after discussing it with Du Bin not long ago, he specifically approached Jin Qiong again.
Coincidentally, when chatting with Jin Qiong about this matter, her department was also looking for someone.
There have been quite a few things happening lately, and they wanted to recruit someone suitable. They had been looking for some time, and if no one more suitable appeared, they were prepared to finalize a decision.
So, his inquiry truly came at the right time.
One could grudgingly call it diplomatic reserve. Qiu Xi's participation in this trip would undoubtedly bring significant gains.
Thus, as they chatted, they tentatively agreed, giving her a few days to consider. If she confirmed, she could directly contact them.
"Xiao Xi, do you think it's feasible?"
After explaining the specific situation, Ding Yujing asked for Qiu Xi's opinion.
"If it's alright, I'll call Teacher Jin right away to confirm with them."
Even if it's not possible, it shouldn't delay their important work.
"Teacher Ding, I think it's fine. You can just inform Teacher Jin and confirm it."
There was nothing that wouldn't work. Even though it was just for learning, it was enough for her.
"Alright!"
With Qiu Xi's word, Ding Yujing made the call the very next second.
After a brief conversation, Ding Yujing was beaming.
"Xiao Xi, it's settled!"
"If you have time tonight, you can contact Teacher Jin yourself."
During the phone call, Jin Qiong immediately agreed upon hearing his answer and told Qiu Xi to go find her directly.
Qiu Xi nodded. "Okay, thank you, Teacher Ding~"
Qiu Xi's words earned her another roll of the eyes from Teacher Ding.
"What's there to thank? This matter is settled. Remember to contact them when you get back tonight."
"Okay!" Qiu Xi nodded seriously.
"Alright, then that's settled. You can understand the specifics with Teacher Jin later. We'll conclude our chat for today."
"Coincidentally, your Grandma Ge's handcrafted work seems to be ready. Let's go try some."
The aroma was already wafting, and it smelled quite good.
Unconsciously, Ding Yujing even sniffed the air lightly.
"Great! Then it's settled. I'll go taste Grandma Ge's freshly made goodies first~"
With that said, Qiu Xi quickly tidied things up, handed the documents directly to Ding Yujing, and then turned and walked out briskly.
"Grandma Ge, I could smell it from the balcony outside. It smells so good~"
"How is it, can I eat it yet?"
Her voice preceded her arrival.
Qiu Xi's loud shouts from outside were clearly heard by Ge Jiaojie in the kitchen.
The next second, seeing the person who appeared at the kitchen doorway, Ge Jiaojie's eyes crinkled into a smile.
"Your nose is indeed good~"
"Here, it just came out of the oven. Come and try it."
As Ge Jiaojie spoke, she picked up a pastry for Qiu Xi.
Qiu Xi opened her mouth and began chewing as the pastry entered her mouth.
"Mmm~"
Delicious~
Fragrant!
"Grandma Ge, you're the best!"
Giving a thumbs-up, Qiu Xi expressed her praise.
"Good!"
"If it's delicious, eat more~"
"Since you're here, I made quite a bit. Take some back to share with Yan girl and the others."
As Ge Jiaojie spoke, she took out a pre-prepared takeout box from somewhere and filled it generously.
"Grandma Ge, this is already enough."
"The rest is for you and Teacher Ding to eat."
After packing the box, Ge Jiaojie looked up. "It's fine, not too much. We two old folks eat little, this is just right for you."
"Here, I'll put it here. Remember to take it back later!"
Qiu Xi could only smile and nod. "Okay, I'll remember."
As soon as she finished speaking, Ding Yujing came out after tidying up.
Qiu Xi stayed with the two elderly people for lunch and chatted for a while longer. Finally, she left the teachers' apartment when they were about to take their afternoon nap.
As soon as she stepped outside, she headed back to the dormitory with the items packed by Grandma Ge.
"Here, you two try it. It's Grandma Ge's handiwork."
Upon entering, she showed the contents to the two people sitting at their desks.
"Oh ho~"
"This looks really good from this morning!"
Shen Yan murmured, then she and Song Daiyao each took one and started eating.
Of course, while eating, they didn't forget to ask about Qiu Xi's situation.
"Xiao Xi, how did your discussion with Teacher Ding go?"
"Yes, it went very well. It's all settled, and I'll be learning with other teachers then."
"Is that so? How long will it take?"
"Not long. Based on the time of next year's exchange conference, I estimate it will finish around March."
This was Qiu Xi's own estimate. She would need to contact Teacher Jin to know the specifics.
"That's acceptable..."
If everything went as expected, they might not have to wait until September of next year; they might start learning from their supervisors as early as April or May.
Some schools might be different, but for them, even before the graduate program officially began, they were already expected to be the professors' assistants.
If Xiao Xi's timing were any later, it might cause further delays.
"Yes, I think so too. But for the specific details, I'll have to wait until after the nap to contact the teacher."
"Mm~"
"Then you should rest. We'll have some water and go rest too."
A thirty-minute nap, no more, no less, can truly save an entire afternoon~
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