Li Huai felt that his son was about to graduate from military academy, and he didn't know where he would be assigned to work after that.
On the surface, he didn't show any sign of missing or being reluctant to part with his son, but in his heart, he began to recall every little thing about his son over the years.
From his prickly demeanor as a child when his mother didn't provide proper upbringing, to his later steady and mature growth.
In the blink of an eye, so many years have passed, and my son is almost married and starting his own family.
Knowing that his son would be doing mostly hands-on activities after starting school, he thought he would personally teach his son, which would be a rare opportunity to spend time with him.
The eldest child was surprised to learn that his father wanted to take him to his office.
"Dad, wouldn't this break the rules?"
Li Huai laughed. "No, you've been in the military for several years now, so you're considered part of the military system. Besides, I wouldn't let you see any classified documents."
The older child's face lit up with longing. "Then I'll go."
How many classmates have the opportunity to learn and practice under a senior military officer like him? He should cherish it.
Although Li Huai told his son that it was not against the rules, his eldest son was no longer serving in their military region, so he still informed his superiors.
The leader seemed quite interested. "Bring your son Yansen here so I can see him too. This kid has potential. Teach him well and try to get him to work in our military region in the future."
Military academy graduates are highly sought after by every military region.
When Zhao Qinglan learned that her husband was going to take their son to the office for an internship before the summer vacation ended, she was slightly taken aback, but then smiled.
Others might assume that her husband simply wanted to teach their eldest son something useful, but she, his wife, understood the unspoken paternal love he harbored.
How could she possibly stop them from doing so?
She earnestly urged her son to study hard, and then watched the father and son leave together.
There was another person in the family who overheard the father's thoughts.
No sooner had their father and elder brother left than the three children started muttering to themselves.
"Dad is still so awkward. What can't a father and son say to each other?"
Zhao Qinglan glanced at her youngest son. "You talk too much. With your father's temper, are you looking for a beating again?"
Such an arrogant person who is not good at expressing emotions has only changed in front of her over the years. If Sanwa really exposed him, wouldn't he be furious? Sometimes, people have to play dumb.
Sanwa shrugged and shut his mouth, still remembering the last time he watched his father make a scene.
In her spare time, Zhao Qinglan also had a heart-to-heart talk with her daughter.
"Still want to go out?"
Xiao Duo nodded. "Mom, my thoughts haven't changed."
"How likely is it that you'll get a spot at that school?" She knew about her daughter's ambitions.
"I think I'm about 70 or 80 out of 100 right now. The rest depends on the school's decision." She believes that she is already one of the best candidates in terms of both grades and other aspects. As for whether she will be selected, it depends on the final decision of the leaders.
This semester, third-year students who want to apply for study abroad opportunities at the university will need to submit their application forms as soon as the semester starts.
These days, there are countless students who aspire to study abroad, especially in developed Western countries.
If you meet the criteria, nine out of ten people would be willing to apply, just in case you get selected.
Xiao Duo dares to say she's 70-80% confident because she has already compared the competitors in various departments in her mind.
Seeing her daughter's resolute attitude, Zhao Qinglan sighed.
Another one about to fly far away; it seems she's already making preparations for her daughter to study abroad.
The end of summer vacation was so short. No matter how reluctant Zhao Qinglan and her husband were, it was time for the children to leave and return to school.
After sending the children off one by one, the house immediately became quiet and empty.
Seeing his parents' somewhat dejected expressions, the third child immediately started to act silly and entertain them.
As the youngest in the family, he has truly shouldered far too much.
However, their gloom only lasted a day or two; both of them are mentally strong.
Li Huai continued to focus on his work, while Zhao Qinglan, in addition to overseeing various businesses, also started chatting with her aunt in the port city.
Xiaoduo wants to study abroad, and there are only a few countries in mind. After talking with her daughter, she already has a clear idea of which ones to choose.
I'd like to consult my aunt, who knows more about overseas countries, in advance to see if it's possible to buy property there.
In her past life, some of the Wang family's grandchildren studied abroad, so she had some understanding of studying abroad at that time.
Accommodation is a major challenge.
Unlike most university students in China who live on campus, international students abroad mostly live off-campus.
Some contacted host families, but most still paid to rent a house.
If we're talking about the biggest expenses for studying abroad, besides tuition, it's accommodation and food.
Many international students who receive full scholarships still struggle to make ends meet overseas because of the high cost of living. Unless they come from wealthy families, they usually have to take on several part-time jobs.
She works hard to earn money, and she couldn't bear to let her daughter suffer like that. She even made arrangements for her daughter's accommodation in advance, trying her best to ensure that her daughter could live a good life abroad.
Focus your energy on your studies and don't let external things bother you.
Having seen many children from Hong Kong families studying abroad, Mrs. Sun was not surprised at all that Xiao Duo wanted to study abroad.
She could completely understand Zhao Qinglan's concerns as a mother.
When it comes to buying property, Liao's people stationed in those countries can help, so her niece doesn't have to worry too much.
Besides accommodation, Zhao Qinglan also considered the current attitudes towards Chinese people overseas and the security situation abroad, and wanted to send a few people with her daughter.
It can both protect my daughter's safety and help her with some things within my ability.
Madam Sun also strongly agreed with this.
If you want to go abroad, you have to go through all sorts of procedures, so you have to prepare in advance.
Madam Sun also has suitable bodyguard candidates.
If you want to go abroad, you need to have more skills, at least you need to be able to communicate in the language.
Ning Hui and Yu Huanxi, whom Zhao Qinglan arranged for her daughter, are fine to protect Xiao Duo's safety, but neither of them speaks a foreign language. So, it's uncertain whether they will be sent out with Xiao Duo.
In any case, she needs to find a suitable bodyguard for her daughter in advance.
After discussing family matters, Madam Sun also praised her niece's keen eye for talent.
Although they still brought government officials along to take advantage of the situation, the Liao family's trade with their elder brother went smoothly, and they made quite a bit of money.
Zhao Qinglan smiled helplessly as her aunt thanked her. "Auntie, you've helped me so many times over the years. This time, I only said it; I didn't do anything."
Madam Sun solemnly said, "The marketplace is no different from the battlefield. A favorable piece of intelligence is better than a thousand troops. Qinglan, you have a talent in this area."
Zhao Qinglan agreed with the first few sentences, but when it came to talent, she became somewhat embarrassed.
Her talent was nothing more than a prophetic ability stemming from her past life's experiences. Unfortunately, such things couldn't be explained to others. In this life, the only person who knew her secret was her husband.
Even if it involves several children, she wouldn't tell them. It's not about trust; it's just that too much is involved. She doesn't want to test the bond between mother and children, nor does she want to overturn the worldviews of her children.
Little did she know, her clever little devil had already noticed something amiss and was watching her intently, as if exploring the mysteries of the universe.
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