Qin Zhi'ai had expected to receive Professor Zhu's reply the next morning; however, upon settling her bill and exiting the cafe, before she could flag down a taxi, her phone rang in her bag. It was Professor Zhu's reply. "Of course there is. You are the most outstanding student among those from your group. If you've made up your mind, I'll be working at the school tomorrow morning. You can drop by at eight, and I'll have your recommendation letter ready and get your signature. I'll send it to the school's administration office after Chinese New Year."
"Okay, Professor Zhu." After a brief pause, Qin Zhi'ai typed, "Goodnight, Professor."
"Goodnight."
Qin Zhi'ai sent him an emoji conveying courtesy and respect.
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At 7:00 a. m. the next morning, Qin Zhi'ai was already up. After washing up and packing her bag, she left the apartment.
