What does it mean to be granted the title of "Tong Jinshi"?
Zhao An needed to understand what benefits this status would bring him—both long-term and immediate—so he could plan accordingly. It was, however, a rather specialized question. He felt awkward asking others, as it might make him, a professor, appear unprofessional, so he had no choice but to consult Teacher Lou.
It was only natural; if a principal of a major city key school didn't know the benefits of getting into a top university, it would be embarrassing, wouldn't it?
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