Reborn in the 80s: The Smart Wife with a Secret Space Chapter 1112: Commendation

After lingering in the suburban courtyard for several days, Granny Zhang was collected by Xinyan and brought back to the school's small yard.

True to Han Jingchen's words, as Granny Zhang gathered her belongings to depart alongside Xinyan, she declared: "Shanzi, mind your own business, I'm off to spend some time with Xinyan."

Zhang Yueshan, observing his mother's resolve, realized her words from the previous night held true: "Shanzi, you're an adult now and don't require caretaking. I'll remain with Yanyan for a spell, returning only when you've wed and require my help."

He had assumed his mother was merely threatening him, yet this display confirmed that without a spouse, she would indeed leave him to his own devices.

That very day, right after Xinyan concluded her lecture, the school authorities summoned her.

Upon entering, she discovered the room crowded with people, her father included among them.

At the sight of this gathering, Xinyan grasped the situation instantly.

The school leaders gazed at her with eyes brimming with praise: "Xinyan, you're Jing University's shining star, quietly achieving a monumental deed, a true heroine who stands equal to any man."

Xinyan responded humbly, "A nation's fate affects all its people. I merely fulfilled my duty as a regular citizen."

Next, a figure from the special unit rose: "Spoken wisely—that's the spirit university students today ought to embody, bearing social duty and staying calm amid glory or shame."

His eyes shone with approval toward Xinyan: "Jingchen, your girl is exceptional."

Turning to Xinyan with a grin: "Xinyan, given your stellar contributions, the superiors have approved honors for your bravery."

He retrieved an item from his nearby associate: "Here is your certificate of merit and cash reward—kindly receive them."

Xinyan accepted without hesitation; while the money held little appeal, the certificate validated her hard work, filling her with delight.

The associate continued, "Given the case's gravity, a private ceremony protects your security—we trust you comprehend."

With a smile and nod, Xinyan affirmed: "I get it; the recognition alone suffices as a reward."

As she spoke, she flourished the certificate, her smile radiant.

Following this, the school heads offered motivational remarks and organized a commemorative group photograph.

With proceedings concluded, Xinyan was free to go.

Exiting the leaders' office, Xinyan sought a quiet spot to stash her items into the space, preferring secrecy—staying under the radar was wisest.

She thrived on subtlety and springing surprises.

Old Man Xue likely remained clueless about his sudden collapse, which not only preserved the evidence but also postponed the disavowal announcement.

Reflecting on the Xue clan, Xinyan remembered her grandfather's reaction to the pair of jade pendants.

It seemed the Gu Family possessed several concealed treasure troves, though Old Master Gu's abrupt passing left Mr. Gu uncertain of details.

Still, he recognized the jade pendant as a Gu Family heirloom secret, handed down verbally through generations of patriarchs.

Grandfather had also noted an ancestral hoard in Sanyuan, but ages had passed, blurring the exact whereabouts.

Suddenly, Xinyan recalled the cache she'd stumbled upon near the Mechanical Factory mountain, wondering if those over twenty chests were the Gu ancestors' secreted wealth.