"Let's start with something simple, explaining the background of this negotiation conference."
The background was not part of the booklet's requirements, but those working in this field knew how important it was for an interpreter to thoroughly understand the main theme.
Sometimes, when unsure how to rephrase, or to rephrase better, as long as a little bit of the core idea was touched upon, it was all beneficial.
Therefore, this task was always prepared for, unless there was absolutely no time.
Upon hearing this, Qiu Xi did not hesitate, and a string of words came out, "The conference... focuses on high-level opening-up and international investment cooperation, highlighting green and low-carbon and digital economy themes, organizing... investment cooperation activities, serving... multilateral and bilateral economic and trade exchanges and cooperation, continuously disseminating... striving to build an international public platform for investment..."
After this segment, Yang Yue nodded in satisfaction, "Yes, good."
"Let's continue. Now, let's discuss the specialized terms that might be mentioned at the conference."
"Integrated and fused mode for对接洽谈 (duìjiē qiàtán - docking and negotiation), rural revitalization industry exhibition, industrial internet exhibition..."
"...rural revitalization..."
As Yang Yue asked whatever came to her mind, Qiu Xi's response speed did not lag at all. As soon as Teacher Yang finished speaking, Qiu Xi would already have the answer ready.
"Mmm... mmm..."
Yang Yue, nodding continuously, was in a very pleasant mood.
This student, Qiu Xi, truly never caused her teachers any worry because she always prepared thoroughly for everything she did, never fighting an unprepared battle.
"Xiao Xi, it seems you are indeed well-prepared. I am relieved now. With a bit more systematic practice, it will be no problem at all."
Qiu Xi smiled, "Yes, I will have to trouble you, teacher."
"It's nothing, it's nothing~"
After finishing her conversation with Qiu Xi with a smile, Yang Yue's gaze shifted to Ming Shuyu beside her.
"Shuyu, your senior sister is quite different from us. At her age, I couldn't learn this fast. So don't be anxious, take your time."
Qiu Xi had set the standard a bit too high, and she was worried the younger girl might feel pressured.
Ming Shuyu was indeed quite nervous. Her ability truly couldn't compare to her senior sister. In such a short time, she could barely manage to memorize this content. However, if asked to rephrase it in her own words, she couldn't achieve the same smooth flow as her senior sister.
Yet, this didn't make her feel awkward or embarrassed; it was just a little pressure.
After all, with such an excellent senior sister, she couldn't fall too far behind, otherwise, it would definitely affect her pace of progress.
"Teacher Yang, please don't worry, I have it under control."
"I envy senior sister very much. I will work hard and not let it affect my mindset for learning."
Yang Yue smiled and clapped her hands excitedly, "Good! That's the spirit. We'll take it slow. As long as you're willing to learn, there will be no problem."
Ming Shuyu nodded heavily, "Mmm."
"Teacher, since senior sister is done, shall we begin?"
"You're quite open-minded, child. But since you've said so, let's start."
"Mmm."
Next, Qiu Xi sat aside, looking through the materials that Teacher Yang had annotated for her, occasionally letting her mind wander to listen to the teacher and her junior sister talk.
After all, their mastery levels were different, and Ming Shuyu's short assessment took significantly longer than Qiu Xi's.
After it ended.
"Shuyu, you've grasped it well. You just need to spend more time on it."
Although not comparable to Xiao Xi, she was doing very well. Otherwise, she wouldn't have been recommended by other teachers to help.
"I understand, thank you for your guidance, teacher."
During the teacher's assessment, she had pointed out all the areas where she had made mistakes.
"It's my duty as a teacher. For the parts I didn't ask about, you can also review them yourself, and ask me if you're unsure."
As a teacher, she didn't fear students asking too many questions, but feared them not asking at all.
"Mmm, I know."
"Alright, then today's assessment ends here. Both of you must continue to work hard after you go back."
"Okay, teacher."
"Good, since everything is finished, hurry back."
"Prepare yourselves after you go back. We don't have much preparation time left, so we'll start practicing tomorrow."
"Practice makes perfect. The earlier you spend time and master more, the more confident you'll be when it officially begins."
The two nodded, "Mmm."
"Then, teacher, these?"
After Teacher Yang finished speaking, Qiu Xi pointed at the materials on the table.
"You don't need to worry about these. I'll take care of them after I finish. You just need to be here on time tomorrow."
"The time is the same as usual. If you have classes in the afternoon, you can come a bit later, after you've eaten. I'll be here most of the time from now on."
After saying this, Yang Yue asked again, "Do you two understand?"
"We understand!"
"Then hurry back."
"Okay, goodbye teacher."
...
After leaving the teaching building, Qiu Xi returned to her dormitory.
During these days, while completing the tasks assigned by Teacher Yang Yue, she had not neglected the tasks assigned by her master.
She had almost finished reviewing the two notebooks. Since she still had some time tonight, she decided to press on. At most, one more day and she should be able to complete them.
If she delayed any longer, she would start learning with Teacher Yang Yue tomorrow, and then have to go see Teacher Ding again. If she delayed further, she might truly need to split herself into two to manage everything.
"Xiao Xi, you just got back, why are you already looking at your work again?"
Looking at Qiu Xi, who had just entered the dormitory, before she even settled down, she had already picked up the old notebook she had been flipping through recently. Day after day, even an iron body couldn't handle it.
Song Daiyao's words resonated with Liang Yunfei, who was also busy, and she chimed in with concern, "Yes, Xiao Xi, why don't you come chat with us for a bit and continue tomorrow?"
Qiu Xi had just sat down and looked at the three people staring at her, a faint smile appearing on her face.
"Don't worry about me. There's only a little left. Once I finish this, I won't be so busy afterward."
Indeed, it was just this additional negotiation conference. Otherwise, she would have had time for leisure and relaxation now.
However, plans always change. If she didn't quickly finish this change, things might become even more complicated and chaotic later on.
"Alright, but you must pace yourself!"
Hearing Xiao Xi's words, they couldn't persuade her.
"Don't worry~"