Study System: I'm a 38-Year-Old Student-Chapter 144 - 104: The College Entrance Exam Is Over, A Mysterious Gift for Father-in-law!
But she’s really not good at singing!
"You’re shy because there are too many elders watching!"
"Then in a few days, we’ll go to the KTV to have fun!"
Shen Yanran hooked Xu Pipa’s arm and said with a smile.
Xu Pipa had never been to a KTV, she was a bit curious, and a little tempted.
But then she thought about how it might cost a lot of money to go to the KTV, and immediately gave up the idea.
"Yanran, I really can’t sing."
Xu Pipa shook her head again.
"Hmm, okay then."
"I believe you!"
Shen Yanran pouted and asked, "So, what are your plans for such a long holiday?"
"Work."
Xu Pipa stated firmly with just two words.
Shen Yanran nodded, already knowing Xu Pipa’s family situation, and said after thinking for a moment, "If there’s any work, remember to call me."
Previously worried that the two kids would lose their motivation to strive, Shen Qiushan did not tell Shen Yanran and Shen Yixiao that he made a lot of money writing novels.
So when Xu Pipa mentioned she was going to work, Shen Yanran also thought about getting a part-time job during the holidays to earn some living expenses.
Working together, they could take care of each other.
"Yanran, you’re going to work too?"
Xu Pipa looked at Shen Yanran with surprise.
In her impression, Shen Qiushan shouldn’t be short of money, as he spent quite a bit on tutoring for his two kids.
She could still drop out to prepare for the college entrance exam, not to say they were already financially free, but they should have some savings.
"I’m already 18 and an adult!"
"It’s good to earn some living expenses and also help ease dad’s financial pressure."
Shen Yanran whispered.
"Oh, okay then."
"I’ll call you if there’s a suitable job!"
Xu Pipa nodded seriously.
The dinner lasted until after 10 in the evening.
Everyone was very satisfied.
Lin Moxuan was initially maintaining his director persona, but after several drinks, under the influence of alcohol, and with family around, this great director dropped his pretense and even spontaneously sang a song later on.
And to be fair, Director Lin sang much better than Old Shen!
Let’s just say, Lin Xiamo’s singing genes aren’t entirely from her mother Chen Qingzhu.
When leaving the restaurant, Director Lin was a bit unsteady on his feet, and Shen Qiushan supported his father-in-law, letting him hang an arm around his neck.
Lin Moxuan was still quite sober, and while walking out of the restaurant with Shen Qiushan, he didn’t forget to advise, "Be more low-key in your next interview. A bird that sticks its head out is shot down first; stop trying to grab the limelight at your age!"
"Yes, yes."
Shen Qiushan nodded repeatedly, looking like he was earnestly listening to the wisdom.
Lin Moxuan was satisfied with this son-in-law’s attitude and continued, "And about your book!"
"The male protagonist juggling two relationships—such good girls, and he cheats them so miserably. Even if it’s an online novel, don’t write recklessly!"
"Uh..."
This left Shen Qiushan stunned; he hadn’t expected his esteemed father-in-law to have read his novel.
Just then, Lin Moxuan changed his tone and praised, "However, the story is quite interesting, commendable."
"Remain humble and continue to work hard!"
"Yes, yes!"
Shen Qiushan nodded eagerly, feeling a bit excited inside.
If he remembered correctly, this was the first time his father-in-law had praised him.
Since his father-in-law had praised him, he figured he had to give a small gift in return.
Shen Qiushan immediately took out a bottle of "Endurance Spray" from his system backpack and mysteriously handed it to Lin Moxuan: "Dad, keep this for yourself."
"It’s good stuff!"
"Huh, a gift too."
At that moment, the somewhat drunk Lin Moxuan didn’t even check what Shen Qiushan had handed him and just slipped it into his pocket.
At the entrance of the restaurant, Shen Qiushan helped his father-in-law into the back seat of Lin Xiamo’s Audi.
Chen Qingzhu also got in, and Lin Jiayu sat in the passenger seat.
Meanwhile, Old Shen and his grandchildren got into the back of the Passat.
The drunk Zheng Yi sat in the front passenger seat, while the sober Shen Dehua acted as the driver.
As a result, only Shen Qiushan and Xu Pipa were left.
Lin Xiamo’s car still had one seat left, but if Shen Qiushan got in, Xu Pipa would be all alone.
Therefore, Shen Qiushan decided to take Xu Pipa home himself: "Momo, Dehua, you guys go ahead, I’ll catch a cab to take Pipa home."
Both of them had no objections to this decision, and after giving a word of caution, they both drove away.
"Uncle Shen, I can actually go home on my own."
Xu Pipa whispered.
"It’s too dangerous for you to go home by yourself at this hour!"
Shen Qiushan waved his hand and then went to the roadside to hail a taxi.
"Get in."
Shen Qiushan let Xu Pipa get in first and then sat in the front passenger seat.
The driver was an extremely talkative man around 50, chatting endlessly with the slightly tipsy Shen Qiushan about anything and everything along the way.
Xu Pipa sat quietly in the back, occasionally gazing out the window at the neon-lit city night view, and occasionally stealing a glance at Shen Qiushan’s profile.
Unknowingly, she had developed a special attachment to this Uncle Shen, and as long as he was around, Xu Pipa felt endlessly safe.
About 20 minutes later, the taxi stopped at the entrance of a familiar alley to Shen Qiushan.
Before getting off, the chatty driver even offered Shen Qiushan a cigarette, not a premium one, but it was a gesture of goodwill.
"Thanks, driver!"
Shen Qiushan lit the cigarette himself and then paid for the fare.
Then, he and Xu Pipa got out of the car one after the other and walked into the dark alley together.
"Pipa, I forgot to ask, how did your exams go?"
Shen Qiushan exhaled a puff of smoke and asked casually.
"Normal performance."
"Then that’s pretty good!"
Shen Qiushan smiled and asked, "Which one are you planning to apply for, Qingbei?"
Given Xu Pipa’s grades, she should be able to get into Qingbei, though she might not be able to choose the best major. 𝓯𝓻𝒆𝙚𝒘𝓮𝙗𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝒍.𝙘𝓸𝙢
"I’m not going to Qingbei."
Xu Pipa shook her head lightly.
"Huh?"
Shen Qiushan was taken aback: "Then which university are you applying for?"
"Sanjiang University!"
Xu Pipa decisively gave her answer, and as she said those four words, her big eyes seemed to sparkle like stars.
