Is this suggesting that the little fellow should go seek schooling on his own?
Lianshan widened his eyes, somewhat refusing to believe such an ’inhumane’ proposal came from his own wife. After all, no matter how sharp, the kid is only four years old! Making such a tiny tot go seek schooling by himself—really plausible?!
"He wants the perks of being a big kid, yet still thinks he should be pampered like a child. Where in the world can you have both sides? This sneaky little guy has a big brain despite his small size, so he needs to hit some walls to curb that overflowing cleverness. Otherwise, everyone will keep praising him, and he won’t know his own limits!" This little Douding, not even as tall as three blocks of tofu, is full of wild ideas; he definitely needs to hit some tiny snags.
After failing to plead for leniency and instead getting a lecture on the essence of frustration education, Lianshan was also having a headache.
But his wife has her reasons, and the kid has his dreams. As a husband and a father, what else can he do? He can only perk up and be a lubricant that fosters family harmony!
Seeing his son with a little adult-like frown on his chubby cheeks, which were trembling incessantly—it was clearly an adorable three-headed body pretending to be serious—Lianshan was also quite fond.
Unable to resist, he lightly pinched those chubby cheeks twice, watching the little guy’s bushy eyebrows furrow like caterpillars, seriously and earnestly saying, "Dad, I’m already a big kid, you shouldn’t do such a childish act like pinching my cheeks anymore."
Lianshan stifled a laugh: "Alright, alright, it’s Dad’s fault. How about Dad gives a big kid massage as an apology?"
Lian En sighed, it’s always .
Why do adults enjoy pinching and rubbing his cheeks?
Aunt-in-law says it’s a sign of love and fondness, but Lian En feels, compared to being fondled like a little child, he prefers to be treated as a big kid or even half an adult!
Having a chubby face is really not great; maybe he should eat less like Jianguo and Jiandang with their dark, skinny faces. No one would want to pinch his face then, right?
But compared to them who run wild outside all day, he prefers staying home listening to his parents tell stories, read, and learn!
After stifling laughter appreciating his eldest son’s adorable little dilemmas, Lianshan finally spoke softly about the result he cared most about—the schooling matter. His heart was full of apprehension, ready for water flooding all over and all sorts of peace offering to appease his son.
Not only did the little guy not show any sign of tears, he even nodded seriously?
Before Lianshan’s astonishment was over, the little guy articulated these words: "That’s right, Dad. Mom says people should do things according to their age, and if you want to break this rule, you need to have the ability to challenge it. I want to learn at the age of four what a seven-year-old does, so I just need to perform well and make the teacher like me!"
It took Lianshan quite a while to recover his dropped jaw.
No wonder he was educated earnestly in the womb—clearly won at the starting line!
With this memory and understanding ability, Lianshan thinks even his ten-year-old self would offer a big tribute in front of this three-and-a-half little Douding.
Alright then, if the wife wants to teach the son frustration, and the son is ambitious and eager to learn—he, as the man and father, will put in the hard work and make a trip to the school!
Before he leaves, however, Lianshan thinks it’s necessary to lay down some ugly truths—agree on some terms first. Otherwise, this eldest rarely cries, but when he does, it’s really hard to console.
Little Lian’en nodded proudly, not at all thinking that his amazing... oh no, big kid self might be refused by the school.
Father and son took leave from Shuzhen and headed directly to the school, finding Du Xuanxuan during her break, knitting a sweater.
After briefly stating his purpose, Du Xuanxuan’s eyes opened wide, her hands trembled, and the sweater lost a stitch: "This, this, Mr. Lian, are you joking with me out of boredom? Little Lian’en isn’t even four yet, relaxing the conditions is needed for kindergarten, and you want him directly in the first grade. You’re really amusing. Not to mention, school starts at seven every morning, ends at eleven-thirty, afternoon class from one to four. Monday to Saturday, sticking to school regardless of the season. Can he manage that?
This little fellow can’t even dress himself properly, can he handle bathroom trips and taking care of himself?"
She promptly began rethreading the dropped stitch while outright refusing.
This is a serious elementary school, not a daycare.
If this door opens, everyone will toss their three-to-five-year-olds here, can she still relax as a principal?
Because younger children need more attention, and managing meals both morning and afternoon, kindergarten charges five bucks more than elementary school per year. Those who want teachers to amuse kids without paying extra will think up ways to squeeze underaged children into primary school. It’s been irritating Du Xuanxuan for ages; she dares not make this exception even if it’s the son of the esteemed Liu Shuzhen!
Initially without high hopes, hearing Du Xuanxuan’s words naturally makes Lianshan retreat.
Uttering apologies, he intends to leave with Lian En, but after thinking about it for so long, with the opportunity right at hand, can Lian En easily give up?
Due to having to always listen to Jiajia sister and Ning An brother flaunt about being proud little students, that’s absolutely not acceptable!
Planting a kiss on Lianshan’s cheek: "Dad, let me down, let me try. If it still doesn’t work, we’ll go home and wait until I’m old enough, okay?"
Kissed by his eldest son, who prides himself on being like a little adult, Lianshan is filled with joy. Don’t mention such a small request, even if he asks to pick stars in the sky, he has to find a ladder and think of a way!
Being placed back on the ground, Little Lian’en very adult-like, trotted a few steps towards Du Xuanxuan. Bowed respectfully: "Principal Auntie, I really want to be a proud little student. Please allow me to enroll!"
This obedient demeanor, this sincere and courteous attitude, directly charmed Du Xuanxuan. If not for accidentally pricking her hand on the knitting needle awakening her scattered mind, the agreeable word in her throat might have burst forth.
But to prevent unleashing unruly neighborhood aunts should this door open, Du Xuanxuan forced herself to harden her heart and shook her head: "I’m sorry, Little Lian’en. It’s not that Principal Auntie doesn’t like you, but you’re too small, not old enough for school. If you really like schooling, Auntie can arrange for the kindergarten instead?"
There you’ll find many siblings just a bit older than you, and you can play together!