Start By Parsing The Sun

Chapter 96: A Day Spent with My Little Sister

Heavy snow was falling.

Qian Yiqing stared at the snow-covered road, driving the crystal energy car cautiously.

The voices of his wife and children drifted from the back seat.

"Qian Changyun, let me ask you, do you know what to say when you meet Cheng Han later?" It was the voice of his daughter, Qian Qingqing.

"Sis, how many times have you repeated it? 'Say hello to the senior, be polite, and smile on your face'..." The son was a little impatient, but he dared not not answer. The following sentence was obviously a repetition of what his sister had said.

Qian Yiqing smiled as he listened.

Although it was noisy, this was the feeling of home.

"Your words and actions shape your character, and they are also the first impression others have of you. Do you understand that?"

"All day long, you're full of preaching. I haven't seen how good your words and actions are... If you ask me, since you talk about Cheng Han every day at home, why don't you just let Mom and Dad propose to Cheng Han, and you can go home with him tonight."

"Qian Changyun, do you want to die?"

Accompanied by a roar, a "war" immediately broke out.

"Ah... it hurts!"

"Apologize!"

"I'm sorry! I shouldn't have said that!"

Qian Yiqing didn't need to look to know that his daughter must be pinching his son's earlobe with her fingertips.

This was also her usual trick.

Not much harm.

But it hurt a lot.

And it saved effort.

Qian Yiqing also knew that his wife would intervene at the right time.

This was his wife's philosophy of educating their children.

She always believed that children must learn to take responsibility for their own actions. Unlimited backing from parents would either cultivate useless individuals or spoil them.

Since his son provoked with words, he should pay the corresponding price. Therefore, she chose to watch her son being punished.

But the punishment should not exceed the appropriate limit. As a lady, she must learn the skill of advance and retreat, so she would not allow the conflict to escalate.

As expected.

His wife spoke up, "Alright! Qingqing, let go now!"

His daughter snorted, "Remember, there won't be a next time!"

The son just made some grumbling noises and didn't speak.

The war subsided.

Qian Yiqing sighed inwardly.

A-Jiao was indeed a good wife, but her methods were a bit too harsh. After the incident at the club, she took the opportunity to cut his remaining pocket money in half.

His wife's voice sounded again, "Changyun, your sister's words are not wrong. Leaving a good impression on Cheng Han is a very necessary thing for you."

The son remained silent.

The wife spoke confidently, "Smart people are good at weighing the pros and cons, while fools do as they please. If you make a strong impression on someone impressive, it may bring unexpected benefits in the future."

The wife added, "I think Cheng Han is impressive, not based on the standards of evaluating students. Even if Cheng Han is placed among adults, he is an exceptionally talented person."

The son's tone became calm, "I understand."

Qian Yiqing smiled slightly and interjected, "Your mother's words are not absolute. If someone is truly strong, they have the right to do as they please. If you want to live more freely, then strive to become stronger."

"Like Cheng Han... no, Senior Cheng, is that right?"

Qian Yiqing shook his head, "Cheng Han can do as he pleases in front of ordinary people, but he must be cautious in front of stronger individuals."

"Beep~"

Qian Yiqing honked the horn and reminded, "We've arrived, get ready to get off."

*

Yuntai Manor.

Garden number eleven.

Cheng Han, dressed in formal attire, stood silently at the entrance, watching the falling snowflakes.

Today is a day off.

It is also the day he invited the Qian family of four. One reason is to thank them for their help with the previous purchase of bicycles, and the other is to express gratitude for the girl's long-term feeding.

Choosing Yuntai Manor was also a consideration.

Renting a scenic garden, not needing it to be too big, spending a leisurely day, is one of the ways the middle class in this world relaxes.

Yuntai Manor is neither high nor low in grade. The rental price for a garden is twelve silver coins per day, which is not extravagant for him and does not make the Qian family feel neglected.

Just like deducing.

Only a minute passed.

Cheng Han saw Qian Qingqing's graceful figure.

After careful grooming, her delicate eyebrows, rosy lips, blushing cheeks, and smiling eyes made her look like a beautiful painting.

"Cheng Han~"

This voice was like a jade bead falling onto a plate.

Even the snowflakes seemed lighter.

Cheng Han responded with a smile, "Qingqing!"

He couldn't address her like this at school to avoid suspicion, but in private, it was a small trick to get closer.

He then looked at Mr. and Mrs. Qian, showing a youthful smile, "Uncle, Aunt, please forgive me if the hospitality is lacking."

Finally, he greeted the semi-grown child, switching his smile to a gentle and friendly mode, "Qian Changyun, right? It's finally nice to meet you."

Qian Changyun was taken aback for a moment before saying, "Senior Cheng, hello!"

He witnessed with his own eyes how this famous senior changed his tone and expression three times in a short moment, and each change was just right.

He admitted to himself that he could never do that, and yet the other person was only three years older than him and did it effortlessly.

His older sister was right!

Really impressive!

Cheng Han smiled, "I knew you were coming, so I prepared a gift."

Showing a little extra kindness to the youngest member of a family helps win the favor of the whole family, and it's the most cost-effective approach.

Qian Changyun showed a surprised expression.

Qian Qingqing, on the other hand, had an expectant look on her face.

Cheng Han lifted his foot and lightly stomped on the snowy ground.

"Bang!"

In the next moment, a strange scene appeared. Within a three-meter radius, the snowflakes seemed to defy the laws of physics, jumping up in unison and suspending in mid-air for a moment before falling back to the ground.

This was the third move of the Nine Elements Strengthening Technique, the Clock Support move. From a visual perspective, this little trick was flawless.

Kids of this age loved watching kung fu, didn't they? Let's satisfy him!

Qian Changyun was immediately dumbfounded. Mr. and Mrs. Qian also had shocked expressions.

"Bang!"

Another sound.

A shiny little object shot up from the snow and flew in front of Qian Changyun.

The child's mind was still in a state of shock and couldn't react in time.

However, Qian Qingqing quickly caught it and handed it to her brother with a hint of disdain in her voice. "Clumsy, you can't even catch the gift."

Cheng Han smiled.

Everything was part of a pre-planned script.

This was an opportunity for Qian Qingqing to show off, so as not to neglect the little girl.

Qian Changyun glanced at the gift with an incredulous expression. "My goodness! Did you make this by hand?"

Cheng Han smiled and said, "Yesterday, when I was practicing, I used a silver coin to train my finger strength and turned it into this plum blossom shape. It's just a little trinket. I don't know if you like it or not."

In the previous world, children liked things like bullet casings. In this world, if you give him a unique training prop, how could it not suit his taste?

And the essence of both was the natural yearning for strength in young children.

Sure enough, Qian Changyun exclaimed, "Wow!" and couldn't put it down. "It's so beautiful!"

In his heart, the child was full of admiration. Ordinary people would need tools to bend a silver coin, but this senior could do it with just his fingers. He was really strong.

Qian Yiqing quickly said, "Cheng Han, you're too kind!"

Mrs. Qian looked at Cheng Han's face and became more and more satisfied.

Qingqing's taste is really good!

Just like me!

Naturally, the couple could tell that "training" was just an excuse. This clearly was a carefully prepared gift, representing a heartfelt sentiment.

At the first meeting, everyone was happy.

*

For the lunch that served the Qian family of four, it was a barbecue.

Six types of meat and seven types of vegetarian dishes, abundant yet not extravagant.

Mr. and Mrs. Qian were initially puzzled as to why there was so much food. Why not hire a chef from the estate to help with the cooking?

Before long, they understood. Cheng Han's barbecue skills were truly extraordinary.

"Senior, it's delicious!"

Qian Changyun gnawed on a chicken wing, his mouth full of oil.

"Cheng Han, I didn't expect you to have this skill!"

Qian Qingqing generously praised.

Mr. and Mrs. Qian also nodded repeatedly.

"Just as good as a chef."

"I think it's even better than a chef!"

Cheng Han smiled and said nothing.

He used the power of the True Flame Seal throughout the entire process, precisely controlling the cooking time of the food. Coupled with carefully prepared seasonings, how could the taste be anything less than perfect?

This was an extraordinary barbecue that ordinary people couldn't even dream of eating!

Inside the warm glass greenhouse.

Enjoying the snow scene, savoring delicious barbecue, and chatting about various interesting things.

For a while, everyone was in high spirits.

*

Lunch was over.

Cheng Han shook the bell, and soon a waiter came to clean up the mess. This was an additional complimentary service, so there was no need to pay extra.

Mr. and Mrs. Qian exchanged glances, and Mrs. Qian nodded slightly.

Qian Yiqing showed a very cheerful smile and said, "Cheng Han, I heard that you're about to move to a new house, right?"

Cheng Han nodded in surprise. "Yes, that's right."

He had never mentioned this to anyone before, but he didn't expect Qian Yiqing to know. The other party was quite well-informed.

Qian Yiqing took out a delicate metal card from his pocket and smiled, "After discussing with Yongqing, we prepared a housewarming gift for you in advance."

Mrs. Qian explained, "This is a special gift voucher from the 'Spirit Feather Trading Company.' With this, you can purchase top-grade feathered beasts bred by them at a 50% discount."

There was no doubt that the couple had heard about Cheng Han's desire to buy feathered beasts. This was catering to his interests, and considering that he didn't have a house yet, they chose to use a gift voucher.

They had thought of every little detail, which showed that they had indeed put some thought into it.

Qian Qingqing was the first to speak up, "Only 50% off?"

Both of her parents twitched their faces.

What do you mean by "only" 50% off?

The price of ordinary feathered beasts exceeded eight gold coins, and well-trained top-grade feathered beasts cost at least twelve gold coins. A 50% discount would save six gold coins.

This was almost equivalent to two and a half years' salary for an ordinary person, which was definitely not a small amount.

Was this girl's ability to turn her elbow outward too fast?!

(End of this chapter)