Becoming a Billionaire after Divorce-Chapter 767 - 288: Sun Dasheng Wants to Do Something Practical (2)
"Fortunately, my health can handle it. If you can’t, I can have someone else accompany me." Sun Dasheng said considerately.
To Huang Han’s ears, this didn’t sound considerate but rather like the chairman had an issue with her, thinking she was not up to the task?
Anxiously, she immediately pledged her loyalty: "I can manage, no need to replace me."
"Alright then, inform the flight crew, we’re flying to Colorful Clouds in the South, Lijiang, tomorrow." Sun Dasheng instructed.
"Okay, I’ll go right away." Huang Han muttered to herself as she walked, wondering if she misunderstood and the chairman was going to Yunnan for vacation?
Otherwise, why go to Lijiang?
The next day, she realized she had misunderstood.
Huaping Women’s High School.
The principal of this school has gained fame in recent years. Originally from Hei Province, the northernmost part of the country, she came to the southernmost part, Colorful Clouds in the South, at 17 to teach as a volunteer, and has never returned.
The girls’ high school she set up for girls in the mountains who couldn’t afford education became known to a wide audience through the recently aired TV drama "When the Mountain Flowers Bloom."
"Director Sun, you’re here for what purpose?" The little secretary, Huang Han, had a gleam in her eyes, seemingly guessing the purpose of his visit.
Sun Dasheng didn’t hide his intentions and directly admitted: "That’s right, I saw Principal Zhang Guimei’s deeds in the news and wanted to see if there’s any place needing assistance." 𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦
"This trip isn’t for show, and there’s no need for high-profile actions. That’s why I only brought you this time. Make sure not to speak out of turn, alright?" Sun Dasheng reminded.
"I understand, Director Sun, rest assured, if you don’t say anything, I’ll be mute today." Huang Han immediately promised.
The two walked towards the school gate.
They were stopped by security but weren’t troubled and were kindly led into the security office.
"You don’t seem surprised?" Sun Dasheng asked as he sat down.
The old security guard smiled and said, "Lately, there are many passionate people like you who come here after hearing about us. You’re late; if you had come earlier, you’d have seen the school gate blocked by them."
"Doesn’t it bother you?" Sun Dasheng looked at the amicable old security guard and asked.
"Oh, what’s there to be annoyed about? They’re all kind-hearted people who came after hearing about Principal Zhang’s deeds, eager to donate. They’re all good people; if I get annoyed with them, wouldn’t that be like a dog biting Lv Dongbin, not recognizing a good person’s heart?"
The old security guard smiled as he served them two cups of hot tea, then reminded, "After the school’s deeds spread, the education department allocates a large sum for us every year. We don’t accept donations now, but your kind intention is appreciated. After finishing your tea, you should go back."
"Hmm, as expected." Sun Dasheng said after taking a sip of tea and thanking him.
Then he said, "I have something important to discuss with Principal Zhang, can you relay a message for us?"
"This..." The old security guard looked hesitant.
"Just tell her that I’m not here just for Huaping Women’s High School, but for all the children in poor mountainous areas." Sun Dasheng said sincerely.
The old security guard finally nodded and went outside to call.
Before long, the sound of footsteps grew closer...
A familiar face appeared in the school security room.
Sun Dasheng immediately stood up and took the initiative to shake her hand, "Hello, Principal Zhang!"
"Hello! Please explain what your message means." Principal Zhang, a straightforward person, said.
She went straight to the point without playing games with Sun Dasheng.
"Huang Han, please step out for a moment, I have a private matter to discuss with Principal Zhang." Sun Dasheng said to his little secretary behind him.
"Sure thing." She astutely stood at the door, preventing outsiders from entering.
"Here’s my business card, you can verify my information online first, then we can continue our conversation."
Sun Dasheng was also very sincere in his approach.
Zhang Guimei felt it too and took out her phone to verify the business card information.
It took a while before she looked up and smiled, "I didn’t expect someone so young to have achieved such a significant career."
"As the ancestors said, if in poverty, tend only to one’s own virtue; if in success, contribute to the world. Although I lack the ability to contribute to the world, I still wish to do what I can." Sun Dasheng suddenly said without context.
Zhang Guimei seemed to understand and nodded thoughtfully, "Please sit, don’t stand and talk."
The two of them sat down.
Only then did Sun Dasheng discuss his plan.
"I will make regular donations in the company’s name, and this money will mainly be used as stipends for impoverished students in mountainous areas and as salary subsidies for outstanding teachers."
"Precisely!" Principal Zhang praised.
Many people, although well-intentioned, don’t know where the money should go to best help schools in impoverished areas.
The two things Sun Dasheng mentioned are the most crucial among them.
Providing living allowances for students will reduce the financial burden on impoverished families and prevent them from keeping young children at home as laborers.
In impoverished areas, teenagers are practically half the workforce in the family.
Why do many impoverished families, despite the fact that the nine-year compulsory education does not require tuition fees, still not send their children to school?
It’s because they can’t do without this small workforce at home.
With living stipends, impoverished families will be willing to send their children to school. After all, feeding growing children is expensive, and having a place where they can eat for free and learn some culture is a good option.
The second point is also very important.
The reason education quality in impoverished areas is lacking is not due to the teachers themselves.
