Rebirth to a Military Marriage : GOOD MORNING CHIEF

Chapter 246 - 250

Chapter 246: The Same Quiet Temperament

“He knew that many parents rent a place in the school district in order to save their children’s traveling time, a place with an atmosphere conducive to education and fewer distractions so that their children could focus on their studies. He thus sought the help of others to search for such a place. He was afraid that it will be hard to find one in the school district in the next two and a half years’ time, so he simply started to rent the place when you are still in the first year of high school. Your dad said that it’s better to plan ahead although it would cost more. Furthermore, it’s not easy to find a place somewhere in the school district. Even if he starts the search now, he may not be able to find one.”

“Both of you were in luck too. This room was available because one of your year two schoolmates suddenly transferred to another school.”

Upon hearing Old Yang’s words, Qiao Nan became silent.

She had always thought that, regarding her decision to study at Ping Cheng High School, her father would appreciate her for being sensible and considerate toward the parents at most. Never did she expect that she actually had an important place in her father’s heart. In addition, her father also felt bad that she had to attend Ping Cheng High School.

At least, her father did not spend so much effort when it came to Qiao Zijin’s high school studies.

Renting a place near the school for three years was not cheap. Although it’s the 20th century and the cost of goods was considered affordable, the amount was definitely substantial. With the three years’ worth of rental expenses and some top-up, one might be able to buy a suite at the end of the 21st century.

Her father always advocated equal treatment between Qiao Zijin and her. Indeed, her father had been trying hard to carry out what he preached instead of paying lip service.

Qiao Nan initially thought that the matter of spending five thousand yuan for Qiao Zijin to study at The High School Affiliated to Renmin University of China was over and forgotten. However, at the sight of this rented apartment, she realized that Qiao Dongliang had never forgotten about it.

“Uncle Yang, don’t worry. I know that Dad is good to me. He’s different from my mom.” Qiao Nan gave Old Yang a smile from the bottom of her heart. Her mood was instantly bright now despite the terrible experience in the morning. “Thank you so much for telling me all this, Uncle Yang. My dad has a quiet temperament, an enigma at times. He will not tell me anything even after doing certain things for my sake.”

She obviously resembled her father in this aspect.

Old Yang scratched his head, embarrassed, and smiled awkwardly. “I’m glad that you don’t blame me for being a busybody. Nan Nan, you’re a smart child. Nothing escapes your eyes.”

“No matter what, I’m very grateful to you, Uncle Yang.” Qiao Nan pursed her lips and smiled shyly. She had a pure and childlike innocent look befitting a real sixteen-year-old kid. “Really, thank you so much, Uncle Yang. I mean it.”

“Well… no, don’t mention it.” Old Yang was puzzled. He heard that children of Nan Nan’s age had the most rebellious and eccentric character. They would do the reverse of what the adults told them to. However, Nan Nan’s temperament was also eccentric in a sense. It was weirder, even, for she was way too sensible for someone of her age.

Old Yang did not understand fully why he received three big and serious thank-yous from Qiao Nan by putting in a few good words for Qiao Dongliang. What was she thanking him for?

“Uncle Yang, we have just reached the house and have not boiled any water. I’m so sorry that we have no drinking water to serve.” After Qiao Nan calmed down, she remembered her duties as a host. She did not have money with her and could not even go out to buy a Popsicle for Uncle Yang.