Chapter 84: Across the sea of clouds
"You want to join the exchange student program?" In the office, the principal of No. 27 Middle School looked at Su Can on the sofa. The boy's eyes were bright, and despite coming straight to the principal himself, nothing he said struck anyone as outrageously bold.
Cai Guotao stared at the silk banners across the office, his expression shifting as his knuckles tapped rhythmically on the desk. He knew perfectly well that Su Can was making an outright demand, using the favor No. 27 Middle School owed him as leverage.
Cai Guotao could not judge this student's thinking and maturity by the standards he applied to ordinary students. He was a seasoned operator who understood both Cai Guotao's mindset and that of No. 27 Middle School inside out.
"I heard that Phillips Exeter Academy is recruiting exchange students this time, and that No. 27 Middle School has just established a Sino-American friendly academic exchange channel with the academy, allowing approved exchanges lasting a quarter, half a year, or a full year. I hope to use this channel to attend Exeter Academy and engage in in-depth study and exchange concerning American culture, education, and ideas."
"Mm, it's good to have that kind of ambition. But Su Can, you should give it some more thought." Cai Guotao rubbed his temples. Clearly, what Su Can had said was only a high-sounding excuse. He knew perfectly well why Su Can wanted to go.
"I have to remind you that almost all the students participating in the exchange program are eligible for recommended admission to leading universities. They don't have to face the college entrance exam. When they return from the exchange, they can either choose to study abroad or accept their university admission directly. But if you