A Young Boy’s Journey from Scorekeeper

Li Genqiang wasted away for decades. As he lay dying, he saw his grandmother come to fetch him. She called him her troublesome grandson, gave him a White Rabbit candy that was nearly melted from being held in her hand, and told him how much she missed him.

When he opened his eyes, Li Genqiang was back in 1973. In his previous life, after graduating from high school, he had aimed too high and achieved too little: he failed to become a factory worker, looked down on farming, and stayed home, living off others until he wasted his life.

Now he has another chance, starting right after high school graduation. What should he do? Naturally, he should start by becoming a village official. Don’t underestimate a village scorekeeper: even a scorekeeper can grow into a towering tree.