Becoming a life winner from infancy

After several days of preparations, Fang You and Xia Nuo each packed their bags, this time traveling from Dragon Gardens to Zhendan in Dragon City.

Knowing that his son was about to stay away for a long period, the usually elusive ghost-like father, Fang Guanghui, also made a special effort to take his son to the airport, showing great enthusiasm and activity.

"You You, just think of it as a long trip with Nuo Nuo, it's very cold in Dragon City, so make sure to keep warm and then..."

"Ah, your dad still loves you more."
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Chen Xuan's words carried a hint of jealousy, "I had proposed that we go eat crayfish together before, but he kept making excuses about having no time, no time. Now he has time when it's dropping off his son at school."

"After all, I won't see my son for nearly a month, of course, I'm worried as a father."

...

Though their usual conversations had become much less frequent, Fang You really felt that his dad had changed a bit.

He had grown up into a mature and stable man.

Of course, he could still improve on being more family-oriented.

Fang Guanghui said earnestly, "I hope you enjoy the holiday, and don't focus all your thoughts on studying."

"Ah, why shouldn't I take it seriously?"

Fang You asked in confusion, "The winter camp prospectus already stated it. Excellent campers can directly become freshmen at Zhendan Academy without entrance exams."

"That's exactly the issue!"

Fang Guanghui suddenly shifted his tone and said with a crestfallen face, "If you become an excellent camper right away at the winter camp, then wouldn't all my three years of frantic effort be in vain!"

?

A huge question mark rose in Fang You's mind.

This dad, has he turned the universe upside down!

"Are you even making any sense, acting like a child... Are you an official just for my sake?"

Fang You frowned and said, "Isn't it because you wanted to be my pride that you started striving hard on your own?"

"Exactly, to be your pride during your interview, to be a middle-aged, accomplished dad who wouldn't be outdone by his son," Fang Guanghui said. "If you don't give me a chance to show off and slap my own face, then I really can't keep going and strive to be a director!"

"All right, all right, no more joking around with the kid."

Chen Xuan gave Fang Guanghui a disdainful look, then said, "You You, don't listen to your dad. Just stick to your own clear plans. If you can easily take the excellent camper spot, then do so. It's better if your dad doesn't have to improve, as I've been wanting to go on a road trip to Yi Li and needed someone to drive."

"Hmm hmm…"

At that moment, Fang Guanghui added, "However, even for You You, getting that excellent camper spot might not be that easy."

He gazed towards a distant place, "Although my son is awesome, the competition this time involves the most awesome elementary students from across Hua Country. After all, this isn't just for show; it's a competition of real skills and talents."

"Are you saying that your son doesn't have real skills and talents?"

"No, no, that's not what I mean!"

Fang Guanghui said, "Anyway... Hua Country's strongest elementary students, there should be quite a few worthy competitors, so You You must not take it lightly."

"Maybe they're all old friends."

"..."

"Okay, we're at the airport now…"

"Is Nuo Nuo's family's car behind us?"

"Yes, yes it is."

Fang Guanghui got out of the car and helped Fang You take the prepared luggage out of the trunk.

At that moment, Xia Nuo's family car also stopped nearby, Xia Anyang got out and opened the trunk, and Fang You went over to help carry the suitcases.

Xia Nuo got out of the car, dressed very warmly, resembling a ball of cotton.

"As a father worries a thousand li for his daughter," although he knew that eventually, his daughter would leave to spread her wings,

Xia Anyang always felt that this day should have been very far from him.

So when the departure time came, Xia Anyang suddenly felt a bit sentimental.

"Do you really not need mom and dad to accompany you to register? Just the two of you flying by yourselves, mom and dad are really worried..."

"It's okay; Zhendan Academy has designated someone to pick up and drop off at the airport."

"Then, and most importantly, you keep the promise with dad," Xia Nuo, holding Fang You's arm, saluted her dad, "Following You You, I won't run around!"

Xia Anyang's gaze then returned to Fang You, "You You, you must take good care of Nuo Nuo over there; she is naïve and straightforward. If any trouble arises, she can only rely on you..."

Fang You was just about to nod and say something when Xia Nuo interjected, "Don't worry, dad, I'm not the little kid I used to be anymore. I won't be causing any trouble."

"..."

"Even though the students at Zhendan Academy are all ostensibly selected from the best across the nation, the truth is there are many more from big cities, including locals from Dragon City."

Xia Anyang said, "This means there really are many students at Zhendan Academy from prominent families. Sometimes, even if you don't provoke them, they might still come troubling you."

"Are kids out there really that bad? Don't scare You You and Nuo Nuo."

"That's just how it is."

Xia Anyang said, "When I was young and in a band, I really struggled a lot... Anyway, I've seen good people and even more bad people; the world outside is magnificent, but it's also disheartening. During my toughest times, I could only afford to live in a $2000-a-month basement, eating nothing but McDonald's burgers to fill my stomach. Sometimes I'd sit in Saria all day, just for that $8 free refill drink…"

"Ah, you could still afford fast food while living so toughly, young master."

Fang Guanghui argued defiantly, "Back then, I could only afford to eat at McDonald's once a year!"

"...Where did you come from?"

Xia Anyang slightly frowned and glanced at Fang Guanghui, "Fang... Section Chief?"

"I'll be a Division Chief soon! You, a gentleman who grew up with a silver spoon, just wait!"

Fang Guanghui said, "Your achievements are nothing but the result of your parents' efforts, I'll soon let you see what I, who started from scratch, can achieve in the future."

"You didn't exactly start from scratch though... Wasn't it thanks to You You?"

"Just admit I didn't rely on my dad!"

Despite his father's mental state being a concern to Fang You at times,

when the family gathered like this, his father didn't feel distant.

Perhaps spending more time together and chatting might allow one to express their true self…

At that moment, the bouncing Xia Nuo was called away by Chen Xuan.

"Nuo Nuo, come here to Mommy Xuan. Mommy Xuan has something to tell you."

"Okay!"

"You You, come here for a sec."

At that time, Lin Yi also called Fang You over with a gentle voice.

"This is the scarf Mom knit for you. It's been snowing continuously in Dragon City, wear it."

"Thanks, Mom."

"Let me put it on for you."

Lin Yi carefully tied the scarf around Fang You's neck, tying it as her eyes unwittingly started to redden.

"You've grown so big, so handsome."

"You used to be so little..."

[Lin Yi really misses you, Emotional Energy +100]

Lin Yi gave Fang You a gentle kiss on his forehead, then drew him into her embrace.

Fang You had always been around Lin Yi since he was little, often visiting her home for meals and drinks.

As his class teacher and the neighborly aunt, Lin Yi had spent even more time with him than his own mother had.

Even though Lin Yi no longer doted on him like when he was a child by frequently hugging and lifting him high, she still treated him like a son she was proud of. Fang You could feel that indeed.

Thus, he didn't resist, but instead hugged Lin Yi tightly, whispering into her ear,

"I'm now a man who can stand on his own, Mom."

"Please be assured about Nuo Nuo."

At this moment, Xia Nuo returned from Chen Xuan's side, curiously watching the affectionate scene between her mom and Fang You,

"Ah, Mom, you're already this sentimental. When we actually go to Zhendan Academy, won't it be even harder for you!"

"I'm practicing now, so it won't feel as bad when the time comes."

Lin Yi said as she wiped her tears, then patted Fang You on the shoulder, "It's about time to go to the boarding gate."

"You You, look at this."

Xia Nuo pulled her collar aside, then took out a square jade pendant carved with feather patterns.

"This is the jade pendant Mommy Xuan gave me, isn't it pretty?"

Fang You took the pendant and carefully inspected it, then after a brief silence, slowly spoke, "…This is my family's heirloom jade pendant."

"It was passed from my grandma to my mom, and my mom hardly wears it, only putting it on for events and weddings."

It was usually passed on to the daughter-in-law.

Mom's ulterior motives were too obvious.

At least ask me before making such a decision.

"Haha! I knew it was special."

Xia Nuo seemed very happy as she wobbled on the chair, "But don't worry You You, I'll cherish it. I'm telling you, I'll value it even more than my own life!"

"That's really not necessary... After all, the jade pendant is just an ornament, you are obviously much more important than it," Fang You casually remarked.

His offhand comment made Xia Nuo, who was still humming and hawing, suddenly widen her eyes in surprise.

"Oh! You You just said something really warm!"

Xia Nuo immediately brought her face close to Fang You's, "Say more, I love hearing it!"

"..."

Fang You looked away, "Anyway, you understand what I mean, right?"

"But, but I really like the feeling of hearing you say it..."

Xia Nuo slowly placed the jade pendant back at her chest, then rubbed her nose against Fang You's face, "Please, say another warm thing like that, I'll let you sit by the window on the plane to watch the clouds!"

"What's so special about watching clouds..."

Fang You gently pushed Xia Nuo's face away, then readjusted the scarf Lin Yi had put on him, "That's not tempting enough for me."

"Please, you're going to see super big, super white, super cotton-candy-like clouds from the plane! How can you not be interested! It's something you rarely get to see even once a year—"