Chapter 72 - Chapter 72: Persuasion
Chapter 72: Persuasion
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Wen Nian smiled and nodded. “But I still have to tell my parents first.”
Only then did Xu Chang realize there was another obstacle, but now it was a 2v2 scenario. However, he felt confident!
“I’ll go to the copy shop to print out the contract first. Meet me at the noodle shop and wait for me there.”
They went their separate ways.
It was already past seven in the evening, and the noodle restaurant was nearly empty with only a few people eating.
Wen Xing and Zhou Mei were about to start eating when they saw Wen Nian enter the shop with her school bag. They asked curiously, “Didn’t you say you were going to eat with your classmates today? You finished eating so quickly!”
After placing her bag in the cabinet at the front desk, Wen Nian went over to help carry the dishes. “I’m finished eating,” she said. “I have something to tell you.”
Wen Xing brought out two bowls of rice and looked at his daughter with a smile. “What’s so urgent that you came all the way to the shop to talk about it?” he asked. “Would you like to eat with us again?”
Wen Nian was worried that her parents would lose their appetite if she said anything, so she urged them, “I’m full. Please go ahead and eat. We can talk after you finish.”
Afraid of being questioned, Wen Nian turned to collect the empty bowls from the table before heading into the kitchen.
The couple finished their meal quickly, taking only ten minutes. “Nian Nian, please tell us. What’s the matter?’ Wen Xing asked. ‘Why are you being so mysterious?”
Wen Nian sat down beside her parents and pursed her lips. Carefully, she said, “Before I become an adult, I want to do something meaningful, like helping some of my weaker classmates.”
Upon hearing this, Zhou Mei immediately spoke up in support. “That’s a great idea! We fully support you,” she said.
Wen Xing also chimed in with encouragement. “That’s wonderful! Do we need to donate money or items?”
Wen Nian smiled and replied, “It’s more meaningful than just donating money or items. I want to be a role model for them. When they see me, I hope they will find the courage to face the dark side of society and fight against injustice.”
The couple paused and exchanged a look, worried that they might discourage Wen Nian’s good intentions. Tactfully, they said, “Daughter, it’s not that your Dad and I don’t believe in your abilities, but we want to help you in the best way we can. Remember, you’re still young, so don’t overestimate yourself blindly.”
Seeing that she had successfully primed her parents, Wen Nian added, “I won’t be doing this alone. It will be a group effort. But I understand that it might affect my studies a little. Our activity will last for about two months, but I’ll make use of every spare moment to catch up on any missed homework.”
Hearing this, Wen Xing smiled and said, “That’s good. Your mom and I won’t stop you from doing good things just because it might delay your studies, but you have to be careful. Is this activity organized by the school?”
Before Wen Nian could reply, she was interrupted by a greeting behind her.
Xu Chang suddenly appeared in front of everyone with a smile and greeted them. “Brother Wen, Sister Zhou, it’s a relief to finally see Wen Nian chatting so happily with you.”
Seeing the confusion on her parents’ faces, Wen Nian quickly explained to them, “Dad, Mom, the activity I mentioned just now is to participate in the filming of Director Xu’s movie.”
When Wen Xing and Zhou Mei heard this, their expressions changed drastically.
Zhou Mei glared at Wen Nian and said to Wen Xing Xing, “Wen Xing, go to the door and hang up the ‘suspended business’ sign. Let’s settle this matter first.” Wen Xing did as he was told.
Wen Nian smiled ingratiatingly and explained the theme of the movie.
Xu Chang quickly handed over the outline of the movie script. Due to Wen Nian’s attitude, the couple was worried that if they were too tough, it would trigger her rebellious side. They had worked hard to maintain good communication with her recently and didn’t want to strain their relationship again, so they decided to take the script.
After reading the script, Wen Xing and Zhou Mei remained silent for a while before asking, “Where is the filming location?”
Xu Chang responded, “The capital. I intend to set Wen Nian’s scenes during the winter break as much as possible. If she requires tuition and team support, I will provide her with everything as promised.”
Wen Xing and Zhou Mei fell silent once again. Wen Nian understood that her parents were contemplating whether they should close their shop and join the production team with her.
“Mom, I can manage on my own. When the shop closes for the New Year, you and my brother can come to Jingdu to visit me. We can even go on a trip for the New Year! Director Xu, I’ll have a holiday for the New Year, won’t I?”
Xu Chang nodded repeatedly. “Of course! Usually, our production team gets time off from the 30th of this year until the second day of the New Year. The festive atmosphere in the capital is very lively, and there are many enjoyable activities. When your brother and sister arrive in the capital, they can stay in a hotel with Wen Nian.. I’ll cover the cost of their accommodation and round-trip tickets!”