frightfiction Chapter 236 Reborn
Chapter 236 Reborn
"Brother, you're wrong. This is called being humble and asking questions! You can't envy that." Ting Nan felt that her brother had undergone a complete transformation, which was great. What's a little pride when it comes to progress?
"Hmph, I'll practice at home by myself. When that kid comes back, he has to teach me." Actually, Zheng Xiangqian also wanted to stay, but he was just being stubborn. He has elderly parents and young children to support, a sweet burden indeed.
"Hehehe, that's for sure. Little brother is having another special training session, and it's even double one. Special training? By the way, big brother, when we go to the county town, I have an idea to discuss with Senior Brother Li Yang. Why don't you go and visit my godfather and godmother?" Speaking of special training, Ting Nan felt that the Gao Family Martial Arts School could add another program—outdoor training.
"Okay, Tingnan, we'll go together after breakfast tomorrow, and then we'll go straight back."
"So soon? Big brother, you only come once every few years, why don't you stay for a couple more days?" Ting Nan reluctantly grabbed Zheng Xiangqian's arm and shook it.
Zheng Xiangqian patted her head. "Little girl, you've grown up. Time flies."
Zheng Xiangqian patiently explained, "My whole family came. My family was worried, and the New Year is coming soon. I need to ask for New Year's gifts from some people to help with business next year..."
"Brother, you've gone through so much trouble. Would you like your younger brother to stay home and help you out?"
"It's alright, listen to Nan. Our brick factory has already established itself and will be fine for the next one or two decades. Let him go out and explore the world. From now on, we'll rely on you guys."
"Big brother, it's so good to have you! You're the best big brother!"
"Hahaha... Of course! Listen, there's more good news! Guess what it is." Zheng Xiangqian kept everyone in suspense.
"Hmm..." After thinking for a moment, Ting Nan realized that her older and younger brothers had already talked about the family matters last night.
"You wouldn't believe it, would you? Well, your sister Zheng Zhibei's family is planning to move to the county town!"
"Really? That's great, brother! Can you come to the county town too?"
"Well, I have considered it. Zhibei and the others want to do business in the city and then send Lele to school in the city. My Binbin is still a baby, and his mother doesn't really want to go to the city. She's used to living in the countryside, and your sister-in-law also said she's not in a hurry."
“Brother, you have money. Even if you’re not in a hurry to move in, you should still get a house in the county town. I heard from Du Hongxue that house prices have been rising. In a few years, the money that buys a house now will only be enough to buy a toilet.”
"Really? Then I need to think about it and discuss it with everyone when I get home."
“Yes, yes, buying it and renting it out is also an option. My dad bought a yard a few years ago, intending it for me to live in while I was studying. I live at my godmother's house, so he rented it out. Just from the rent he's collected over the years, he's already paid back the money he used to buy the house.”
“That’s a good idea. Speaking of schooling, Tingnan, I think it would be better for Ruidong to finish high school in the county town before going to Shanghai. That way, he’ll be a little older, which will put his family at ease; and secondly, graduating from high school will give him a higher level of education and a better foundation, so he’ll suffer less hardship outside.”
"That's the logic, now it's up to you to decide." Ting Nan thought that it would be best if he worked hard and could get into a university in Shanghai.
"Okay, let's go home first to discuss the house. If everyone agrees, we can visit Director Mu tomorrow and ask him to help us find out about available properties. He's a reliable person and has a wide network of connections."
"That's right, all of Song Tingnan's 'dads' are awesome!"
"Hahaha...you little rascal, you're even bragging about it..." The two siblings bickered and teased each other, and soon they arrived home.
After discussing it with everyone, they all agreed to buy a house.
Song Wanli also said to Tingnan, "Tingnan, that courtyard is part of your dowry. When you go to the county town tomorrow, please ask your godfather and fellow students to look for other houses and courtyards. My family is large, and we need to buy a big house. Mingxiang and Mingli will both be going to the county town for junior high school, so your aunt will have to go with them to cook and take care of them."
"Dad, you're really thinking ahead!" Song Wanli has also undergone a complete transformation; he used to be a stingy and short-sighted father.
Zhao Xiaojuan objected: "Brother, Mingxiang and Mingli are boys, they can stay in the school dormitory, and the two brothers will keep each other company. I have to stay at home to do business and take care of Mother."
“That won’t do. Boys are mischievous and need to be watched by adults. Your sister-in-law and I can take care of things at home. You can come back during winter and summer vacations.” Song Wanli disagreed.