South Mao, North Ma.

Summary

Transferring schools today is challenging compared to the past, where it was simple to switch schools with just a notice. The narrator recalls transferring to a school near their grandmother's, which lacked extracurricular activities and had different teaching methods, leading to poor grades and eventual dropout. The school, once reputable, had a new female principal due to the male principal's health issues. The narrator unexpectedly encounters a beggar from their father's funeral, who introduces her grandson, Ma Nao, as a new student. The first day at the new school reveals a stark contrast in facilities and classmates, but Ma Nao's lively introduction brings humor and camaraderie, hinting at a lasting friendship.

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