Although snowflakes were falling outside, Feng Haidong's parents-in-law's house was filled with laughter and a very warm atmosphere.

To welcome Lu Wanling back with her daughter, Lin Guojin and his youngest daughter made many preparations.

Lu Yaobin also used his connections to buy an electric oil heater specifically for his elder sister and niece.

This way, Lu Wanling and her daughter won't feel cold at home.

After putting his things away, Feng Haidong saw that someone was taking care of his wife and daughter at home. He then took his son and left his parents-in-law's house first, intending to go to the family restaurant.

Feng Qifan was naturally very happy to be taken out by his father.

"Dad, I got 100 on my math final exam again this time."

Feng Haidong smiled and said, "Not bad. It seems you've been studying even harder while your parents are away."

Feng Qifan said, "Because I want to go to the provincial capital to be with my parents."

Feng Haidong rubbed his son's head and said, "Haha, actually, Mom shouldn't go to the provincial capital after the New Year. Dad might still have to go. You have to listen to Mom from now on and take some time to help Mom take care of your sister."

Feng Qifan asked curiously, "Dad, why didn't Mom go to the provincial capital?"

Feng Haidong replied, "Because my mother has to go back to work after the Chinese New Year."

Feng Qifan still asked curiously, "Why does Mom have to go to work?"

Feng Haidong burst out laughing: "Hahaha, what are you thinking, kid? How will Mom make money if she doesn't work?"

Feng Qifan looked at his father and asked, "Dad, aren't you good at making money?"

Hearing his son say this, Feng Haidong felt that there were some things he should clarify with his son.

So he stopped and faced his son directly.

Feng Haidong said seriously, "Son, I have to tell you that although I have opened a new store in the provincial capital with your aunt and the business is doing well, the money I used to open the store was actually borrowed from the bank. So most of the money I earn in the future will have to be paid back to the bank."

Feng Qifan looked surprised: "Dad, are you going to pay back the bank?"

Feng Haidong nodded and said, "Yes, you shouldn't be telling this to you at your age, but Dad thinks you're a big kid now, so Dad doesn't want to hide it from you and has decided to let you understand these things in advance."

Next, Feng Haidong explained to his son, in a simple way, some things about opening a shop and doing business in the provincial capital.

Feng Haidong tried his best to explain things in a way that his son could understand, and he also explained things to his son in great detail.

Finally, Feng Qifan understood what his father meant.

Feng Qifan's little face was full of surprise: "Dad, you owe the bank so much money now, aren't you scared?"

Feng Haidong saw a hint of fear mixed with surprise in his son's expression.

He smiled and reassured his son: "Don't be afraid. As long as Dad works hard to make the business successful, and then Dad saves money in the provincial capital, I believe that in half a year, Dad will be able to pay off the bank loan."

Feng Qifan thought for a moment and said, "Six months? That's fast. It's almost February, and a month has already passed."

Upon hearing his son's words, Feng Haidong couldn't help but smile and say, "Son, that's not how you calculate it. The six months that Dad mentioned can't include January, because January has already passed. And because of the Chinese New Year, Dad's provincial capital store will open later in February, so we can't include February either."

Feng Qifan listened attentively to his father and then carefully calculated the results in his mind.

Then Feng Qifan asked in surprise, "Dad, does that mean we have to start counting from March? It'll be another six months? Will it be until September?"

Feng Haidong said, "The earliest we can pay off the loan is October, and that's assuming the business at Dad's shop can stay stable. If it can't stay stable, we might not be able to pay off the loan until the end of the year."

After listening to his father's words, Feng Qifan suddenly realized how hard his father had worked.

Previously, Feng Qifan had always felt that his father's shop in the provincial capital was his greatest source of pride.

But now, hearing his father say this, Feng Qifan understands his father's hardships.

Feng Qifan was silent for a while before saying, "Dad, don't worry, I will definitely study hard, and I will spend less money in the future and stop buying toys, so that you can pay back the money in the bank as soon as possible."

Hearing his son's promise, Feng Haidong smiled and said, "That's right, my son has really grown up."

After encouraging his son, Feng Haidong concluded by saying, "Actually, you don't need to worry too much. Dad's shop makes money, so if there's a toy you really want to buy, you can tell Dad, and Dad will buy it for you."

Feng Qifan refused earnestly, saying, "No, I will work hard with my parents."

Seeing the earnest look on his son's face, Feng Haidong said, "Good son, with your support, Dad will definitely do his best."

After the father and son finished their conversation, they went to the family restaurant together.

The situation is somewhat similar to that in the provincial capital.

The family restaurant wasn't doing very well because it was close to the Lunar New Year.

Moreover, because Feng Haidong offers discounts to college students in the provincial capital, his business is probably even better than his family's restaurant.

Feng Haidong brought his son to the restaurant. Although it wasn't open for business yet, it was clear that no one was very enthusiastic.

This is clearly due to the fact that business is slow at restaurants as the Spring Festival approaches.

After Feng Haidong entered the room, he saw everyone's appearance, clapped his hands, and shouted, "I'm back! Come out, everyone, come out and let me see you!"

Hearing Feng Haidong's voice immediately revitalized everyone in the restaurant.

Then, everyone quickly ran out.

Upon seeing Feng Haidong, Chen Zhiyong excitedly shouted, "Uncle Dong, you're finally back!"

Yang Chengjian and Dong Xia were also very happy.

"Brother Feng, welcome home."

Feng Haidong smiled and said, "Thank you."

Lu Wanhong, who was at the cashier, ran out and said, "Brother-in-law, have my sister and Mengmeng returned too?"

Feng Haidong said, "Yes, you're back. Why don't you go home and check on things first?"

Lu Wanhong was about to agree, but then she thought that she couldn't go back right now: "Brother-in-law, I'm at work and can't go back now. Let's wait until I go back tonight."

Feng Haidong then looked at everyone and said, "Now that I'm back, I have a suggestion: our restaurant will be closed starting tomorrow. Everyone should go home and prepare for the New Year. After the New Year, we will reopen, and everyone can come back to work then."

Yang Chengjian asked in surprise, "You're taking a break tomorrow?"

Dong Xia continued, "Tomorrow is only February 1st, and Chinese New Year is on the 7th."

Feng Haidong said, "Are you going to work until New Year's Eve? Everyone is preparing for the New Year now, and there isn't much business in the restaurant, so it's better to rest early and close up business for the month."

Before Yang Chengjian and Dong Xia could say anything more, Feng Haidong made the decision directly: "That's how it's going to be, listen to me."