Chapter 2

Early the next morning.

Before eight o'clock, Xiao Zhuang was woken up by his father.

At his father's urging, Xiao Jiang finished washing up in a daze, then put on new clothes and put on a small hat on his head.

"Hmm..."

His usual waking rhythm was disrupted, and Xiao Zhuang looked confused and at a loss.

"I made an appointment at the Imperial College last night, so let's go and take a look today." The father and son usually communicated in Dongqi language.

It turned out that they were going to the Imperial College. Xiao Zhuang walked obediently to the door, sat on a small stool and put on his shoes by himself.

Xiao Zhuang's movements were a bit slow, but Jiang Chen didn't blame him or urge him.

He has learned a lot from the holographic projection these days. The two of them have been living in isolation in the ancient tomb, which is not good for the little zombie's physical and mental health.

The little zombie will grow up and also need friends.

Back then, Xiao Zhuang was less than three years old when he was buried alive with Jiang Chen. Thinking of this, Jiang Chen's eyes reddened again. Xiao Zhuang was clearly still a child who didn't understand the world, so how could those people be so cruel...

Xiao Zhuang tried hard to put on the small leather shoes. Young children have poor control over strength and accuracy, so he tried several times slowly and finally put them on.

After Xiao Jiang put on his shoes by himself, he was picked up by his father and taken out.

Their home is in the mountains, and it is not easy to go out.

Jiang Chen made reservations with several kindergartens last night, and he had already checked the guides online in advance.

Knowing that high-end kindergartens nowadays need to interview parents, Jiang Chen secretly prepared and practiced for a long time last night while Xiao Jiang was asleep.

Of course, he was interested in the famous local aristocratic schools.

After arriving at the designated station, Jiang Chen waited for the kindergarten's special car to pick him up.

Today he was wearing a white suit with a black shirt and a silver-gray tie. His well-proportioned and tall figure made him look extraordinary. His long hair was meticulously tied in a priceless jade crown.

The suit and the crown are a bit of a strange combination, but looking at that beautiful and classical face, it brings out a different charm, and I even feel that it is a perfect match.

Jiang Chen usually wears comfortable home clothes, and this is his first time wearing a suit. He sighed, "The formal clothes here are really inconvenient to wear. They are comparable to those in Dongqi."

Jiang Chen tidied up the hair on Xiao Zhuang's forehead. Xiao Zhuang was also wearing a white suit today, a parent-child suit with his father. The British-style top hat on his head made him look more playful and cute.

The special car of the Noble Kindergarten arrived very quickly. There were many parents who visited the kindergarten every day, but most of them drove there by themselves, and few people would make reservations for the special car.

The driver was secretly wondering which poor family had sold everything they had to send their child here in an attempt to cross the social ladder.

He drove with a look of contempt until he saw the father and son at the intersection.

He looked at her again and again. Even though there were many star kids in their kindergarten, this was the first time he had seen such a good-looking person.

Just standing there was like his whole body was beautified, and the thoughts in his mind had already disappeared into some corner.

If such beautiful parents want their children to go to school, it is not impossible even if they are a little poor.

After getting on the special car, Xiao Zhuang lay in his father's arms and looked at the scenery outside the window.

He had never ridden in such a fast car before. In fact, he was already cheering in his heart, but his little face was still pouting and expressionless.

Jiang Chen took Xiao Zhuang to interview several kindergartens that morning, but he was not particularly satisfied with any of them.

No school could meet his standards. The Imperial Academy he wanted must teach the six arts of a gentleman: rites, music, archery, charioteering, calligraphy, and mathematics.

The two subjects he values ​​most, namely, flying and archery, are almost all missing in these kindergartens. Moreover, the admission requirements are not difficult and the interviews are relatively simple. In short, you can go to school by just paying money.

The old-fashioned Jiang Chen naturally refused to compromise easily. As the queen of Dongqi, his children must receive the best education and the teachers must be of the national level.

He looked down at the brochure of the last kindergarten, thinking that if this one didn't work out, he would hire a teacher for Xiao Zhuang himself.

The First Red Flower Kindergarten affiliated to the Federal Military District.

Jiang Chen was standing at the kindergarten gate holding Xiao Zhuang's hand. He looked up at the row of large characters on the gate.

Xiao Zhuang held his father's hand with one hand and hugged his father's calf with the other hand.

He has been to many schools today and is now a little tired.

"Let's go and take a look."

After explaining their purpose to the guard and showing the appointment code, the father and son were led into the admissions office by the guard.

On the way in, Jiang Chen and Xiao Jiang looked around the kindergarten. The teaching building and activity area did not look as luxurious as the previous ones.

Xiao Zhuang looked around the kindergarten. It should be lunch time, the school was very quiet, and there was not a single child in sight.

The two sat in the interview room, opposite a serious-looking admissions teacher.

"Dad, what's your job?"

Jiang Chen answered honestly: "No."

"Ahem, the parents of our Red Flower Military Region Kindergarten are all well-known figures. I'm afraid your resume is a bit..."

The interviewer spoke bluntly and directly, and Jiang Chen didn't blame the person on the other side for speaking harshly.

"I've been raising my children alone these years and really haven't had time to focus on my career."

The interviewer took a look at the profiles of the father and son, and there was only one parent's name on it.

"May I ask the child's other father?"

“It’s gone.”

The interviewer paused. He didn’t expect that such a handsome father was single.

He was a little bit incredulous in his heart, but he didn't show it on his face. He was always a professional interviewer when facing the parents.

Without pursuing the question further, he changed the subject, "Do you have anything you can show me that proves your identity?"

"You know that our kindergarten doesn't allow you to enroll just by having money." The implication was now quite obvious.

Jiang Chen knew that if he couldn't come up with anything else, Xiao Zhuang would have no chance of admission.

Just now when we were visiting the school culture, Xiao Zhuang pointed at the photos on the wall. After seeing those photos and deeds, he decided to send his child here instantly.

Many military generals and politicians of the Federation graduated from this kindergarten, and even one of them became a marshal.

This school is located in a military family area, so the safety of children is guaranteed. Most importantly, it also offers martial arts and weapons identification courses. Children can be exposed to knowledge related to weapons and mecha control from an early age, as well as basic courses on driving various spacecraft.

Not only does he learn culture, but he also focuses on cultivating his children's military abilities. Military personnel often come to give lectures, which is exactly what he wants and he is very satisfied.

Jiang Chen hesitated for a moment, then took out the phoenix seal he carried with him. This was the only thing that could symbolize and prove his identity.

"Is this okay to you?" Jiang Chen's interstellar voice was not very authentic, and it was obvious that he was not proficient in it.

The top-grade white jade phoenix seal of the Queen of Dongqi on the table is simple and exquisite, and the carving craftsmanship is ingenious.

The interviewer's eyes lit up. He was a connoisseur of antiques, and he was quite knowledgeable about them. He stood up excitedly and babbled a bit, "This, this, this seal is even more exquisite than the ones in the National Museum!"

"Are you in the antique business?"

Jiang Chen had already prepared to give the Phoenix Seal away for Xiao Jiang's studies. When the interviewer suddenly asked him this, he continued, "Yes."

"You know that there are a lot of high-quality jewelry and jade in the antique market recently, right?" The interviewer pulled up photos on the terminal.

Jiang Chen took a look and realized that these were the things he had pawned before.

“I sold it.”

"Really?" the interviewer asked in disbelief.

"Really." Jiang Chen answered calmly.

The interviewer saw how Jiang Chen casually took out the Phoenix Seal and the classical aristocratic temperament he exuded, and was afraid that he was not an ordinary person. He also noticed the jade crown on Jiang Chen's head just now, and he bet that it was definitely not an ordinary item.

With such confidence, perhaps the father and son are from some hidden aristocratic family.

"Then you must be very knowledgeable about antiquities, right?"

Jiang Chen said modestly, "Nothing more than that."

"Could you please provide science education for the children later? There are so few experts in this field in the federal government right now."

Jiang Chen had lived a life of luxury since childhood, having seen countless treasures. This was not difficult for him. He nodded and agreed, "I am honored to contribute to your school."

After hearing Jiang Chen's words, the interviewer made an exception and said, "Okay, then let the child sign up after taking the test."

"Thank you, teacher."

Xiao Zhuang was led by the teacher to the glass classroom next door. He sat obediently on a small stool with a small low table in front of him, which was at a height suitable for children.

He turned his head and looked outside the glass. His father was waiting for him there.

Xiao Zhuang didn't know what he was supposed to do, so he obediently followed the teacher's instructions and completed the exam.

After completing a series of entrance tests, Xiao Jiang successfully registered.

"Dad, the results of the class division will be sent to your terminal tonight."

"Thank you." Jiang Chen nodded politely, then left with the little zombie.

When walking out of the kindergarten, Xiao Zhuang looked back every few steps. Jiang Chen could see that Xiao Zhuang seemed to like this place very much.

Suddenly.

"Shhhhhh! My Mecha Warriors will destroy you monsters today!"

A naked little boy jumped out of the first-floor window, holding a toy mecha in his hand. He ran with his short legs, shouting, and chased a beetle towards the garden.

The childcare teacher chased after her with great effort, "Xianxian, come back quickly and put on your clothes first!"

The little zombie stopped and watched the chase silently.

This was the first time he saw a child of about his age after waking up.

Jiang Chen squatted down gently, "Little Zombie, you like this place, right?"

"Hmm." Xiao Zhuang nodded with his hands behind his back.

Jiang Chen rubbed his head and said with a smile, "You can come to school tomorrow. Daddy will take you to buy a schoolbag, okay?"

"Okay~"

The father and son took a taxi to a nearby shopping mall.

Jiang Chen usually bought a lot of school supplies for Xiao Jiang, and now that he is going to school, he has to buy more new ones.

Xiao Zhuang was carrying a small red shopping basket and was completely dazzled. He didn't know what to buy.

He put all his favorite things into the small basket, stickers, building blocks, plasticine, colorful cards...

For ordinary people, the stationery in shopping malls is a stationery assassin. The same thing is at least dozens of times more expensive than outside.

Jiang Chen followed behind Xiao Zhuang and let his son choose freely. He never looked at the price when buying things.

Xiao Zhuang knew when to stop, so he only filled half of the basket and stopped choosing things.

Jiang Chen smiled at him, "Xiao Zhuang, do you really not want to buy anymore?"

The little zombie nodded, "Yeah."

Jiang Chen looked relieved. Little Zhuang knew how to be considerate of others at such a young age. If he were still alive in Dongqi, he would surely become a wise ruler after being educated and growing up.

Thinking of this, a fleeting regret flashed across Jiang Chen's face.

He gave Xiao Zhuang a thumbs up: "Xiao Zhuang is awesome."

Usually, Dad likes to encourage Xiao Jiang, and Xiao Jiang's face turned red again out of shyness.

After Xiao Zhuang finished selecting the items, Jiang Chen opened the list sent by the teacher and began to buy school supplies for Xiao Zhuang.

Water cups, quilts, tableware, spare clothes...

Jiang Chen didn't expect that it would be so difficult for interstellar people to go to school. When he was a child, his father sent him directly to school and never took care of him.

He frowned as he looked at these eating utensils. Now neither he nor Xiao Zhuang needed to eat, and he didn't know how Xiao Zhuang would react to eating.

…

The principal's office of Honghuahua Kindergarten.

"How's the kid you interviewed today? Did he take the entrance exam?"

“Yes.”

"How are your grades?"

The interviewer handed over Xiao Zhuang's paper and looked at the eye-catching zero score. The headmaster said: "......"

"Then assign it to the Little Chrysanthemum Class."

When the interviewer heard about the "Little Chrysanthemum Class", his anus tightened instantly, "This, this, this... this is not good, right?"

“All other classes are full, and the only class that can be joined at this age is the Little Chrysanthemum Class.

"Does he really have to be assigned to that class? This kid looks quite honest. What if he gets bullied?"

The most troublesome class in the kindergarten is the Little Chrysanthemum Class. There has not been a single worry-free day since the class started.

The head teacher nibbled on a chocolate bar in his mouth. "Hey, Juhua's homeroom teacher begged me to assign her a good kid. Isn't this what she wanted?"

The interviewer silently gave the principal a thumbs-up at his cunning expression and said, "Principal, you don't care about this child's life or death at all..."

"Oh, that's not right. I'm very considerate of my employees..."

“…”

Xiao Zhuang didn't know what he would face tomorrow. He and his father were on their way home from the mall. Tired after a whole day, Xiao Zhuang hugged his father's arm and buried his little face in his father's chest.

The car was shaking and the little zombie was sleeping soundly.