Chapter 133 Declaration of the Minister of Logistics
Su Nian drank the fish soup, the delicious taste spread over her tongue, and her heart felt warm.
She glanced at Si Yan and said softly, "By the way, Dad and Mom, I have some good news to tell you—I participated in the National Innovation Fashion Design Competition this summer, and the results are out. I won first prize."
The moment she finished speaking, the soup spoon in Su Hong's hand clanged against the edge of the bowl. Her eyes lit up, and she took Su Nian's hand and asked, "First prize? Really? My daughter is amazing!"
Chen Ran also put down the juice in his hand, a smile on his face, and his tone was full of praise: "This competition is of great value. To win first prize is great! It shows the tenacity of our Chen family. Even the genes have not been lazy!"
Si Yan smiled and picked up some food for her.
Being surrounded by three people praising her, Su Nian's cheeks instantly turned red like peaches, and she muttered quietly: "Stop praising me, stop praising me. If you keep praising me, I'll float out of the atmosphere and travel directly to the stars."
Su Hong gave her another spoonful of soup, her eyes full of pride: "Float! Float boldly! We have the ability to do this!"
The atmosphere at the dinner table was lively. Su Nian hesitated for a moment, then spoke out another thought in her heart: "Mom and Dad, there's one more thing... Teacher Zhang asked me if I want to take the postgraduate entrance examination."
As soon as these words fell, Su Hong's eyes "swish" stuck to Su Nian's lower abdomen, and her tone was as if she was afraid of breaking glass: "Graduate school entrance examination? My silly girl, you are carrying a little ancestor now!
There are so many books to memorize for the postgraduate entrance exam, and what if you get tired running around in class? When the baby is born, you will be busy enough just feeding and changing diapers, so how can you have the energy to fight with books?
Su Nian had anticipated her mother's worry, so she held her hand and patiently explained, "Mom, I want to apply for a postgraduate degree. The class schedule is more flexible, and I can attend classes on weekends or in the evenings.
"Besides, my baby is still in my belly, so I'm just studying hard as prenatal education. By the time I take the exam next year, my baby will be born. I really don't want to give up my major and want to learn more."
Si Yan immediately put down his chopsticks and sat up straight as if to express his determination: "Mom and Dad, I solemnly declare my position - I support Nian Nian's idea with both hands and feet!
She's at the right age to study. I'll take care of the housework and the kids, and she can just sit back and read. If she gets tired from studying, I can massage her shoulders and legs. I promise to take good care of her!"
He paused, then added, "I don't want my dream of becoming a great designer to be tarnished because of my family and children. She likes design, so I'll be her personal logistics manager!"
——My wife is responsible for beauty and talent, and I am responsible for taking care of the kids and praising her!
Su Hong looked at Si Yan, who was as serious as if he was entering the "Best Son-in-Law Contest," and then glanced at the sparkling anticipation in her daughter's eyes. The stone in her heart loosened a little, but she was still a little hesitant: "But raising a child is not that easy..."
"Don't worry, Mom!" Si Yan assured him, patting his chest. "I've secretly read over ten parenting books and even practiced changing a baby's diaper!"
At this time, Chen Ran, who had been silent the whole time, put down his chopsticks and looked at Su Nian. His tone was a little more serious than usual, but he didn't object. "You want to take the postgraduate entrance examination, and Dad supports it 100%. It's a good thing for young people to be ambitious. But I have an idea. You said before that you wanted to study design abroad. Why don't you just apply to a foreign university and study abroad!"
Su Nian was stunned, her eyes wide as grapes. "Study abroad? Dad, I'm carrying a 'little follower' in my belly. Wouldn't it be like carrying a small moving baggage when I go abroad?"
"Listen to what Dad says." Chen Ran took a sip of tea and explained slowly, "Our clothing company may still be able to make a living, but compared to foreign brands, it's like there's no filter. The design concepts and production technology are far behind. My energy is increasingly insufficient, and sooner or later, this company will have to be handed over to you. If you go abroad to study design, you can not only learn professional skills, but also learn advanced experience. When you come back, you might be able to expand the brand overseas!"
He looked at Su Nian, his eyes full of expectation: "Of course, this is just Dad's idea. In the end, it all depends on you. If you want to take the postgraduate entrance examination, Dad will find review materials for you. If you want to study abroad, Dad will contact schools for you and be your strong backing. Take your time to think about it, don't rush."
Su Nian's heart was pounding - she had just met her biological father not long ago, and hadn't had time to think about something as big as "inheriting the family business". She had casually mentioned that she wanted to study design in France, but she didn't expect her biological father to remember it directly and care about it more than she did.
This isn't a dad, this is a walking dream accelerator, right?
She looked up at Chen Ran, a hint of worry in her voice, "Dad, do you really think I can take over the company? I'm afraid I'll mess it up, and then you'll have to clean up the mess if the company doesn't do well."
"Why don't you have confidence, kid?" Chen Ran smiled and handed her a piece of snow peas. "As long as you're willing to learn, Dad believes you can do it! Even if you really encounter problems, don't you still have Dad?"
Si Yan quickly came over to help, "That's right! Nian Nian, just go ahead, mom and dad will be your 'logistics team'. If things really don't work out, I'll take the baby with you when you go abroad. I guarantee you'll be able to study and take care of your baby at the same time!"
Su Nian looked at the three people who doted on her so much, and her heart felt warm as if she had a small heater. Her eyes were a little hot, but she still smiled and said, "Dad, Mom, and husband, thank you. I... I'll think about it carefully. Whether it's taking the postgraduate entrance exam or studying abroad, I won't give up on design. I will also take good care of myself and the baby and will definitely not let you worry!"
Si Yan's ears suddenly perked up—"Husband"? This was the first time Su Nian called him that!
He secretly squeezed Su Nian's hand under the table, and his heart was filled with joy: I must let her scream more tonight, otherwise I would be unworthy of my declaration as the "Minister of Logistics" today.
"Okay, take your time to think about it, there's no rush." Chen Ran nodded with a smile.
The atmosphere at the dinner table became lively again. Su Hong began to tell Su Nian interesting stories about the south. "Your grandma is knitting sweaters for the baby every day now. They are like little works of art. She said she will send them to you in the spring. When the baby wears them, he will definitely be the most handsome kid in the neighborhood!"
Chen Ran turned to Si Yan and asked, "How's the progress on your current project? If you're too busy, hire a housekeeper."
"No, no, we can do it." The daughter and son-in-law said in unison.
Well, they see the truth but don’t say it out loud. They are probably afraid that their sweet life will be disturbed.
Su Nian looked at the happy family and felt a sense of security and warmth in her heart - it turns out that it is such a happy thing to have so many people around to accompany and pamper you when you are chasing your dreams.
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