Chapter 460: Chapter 421: Your "Homework" Must Be Turned In on Time

"Hey, Chef Huang is here..."

At the entrance of Dorami Kindergarten, Uncle Li, unusually out of the guard room, strolled leisurely nearby. When he saw Huang Jun and his family approaching, he greeted them warmly with a kindly smile.

"Hey!"

Huang Jun responded to Uncle Li’s friendly greeting with a gentle smile, "Uncle Li, you’re up early! What brings you out here today? You’re looking quite spirited!"

"Well, the buses have arrived, thought I’d come out and take a look..." Uncle Li chuckled and waved to Qingqing and Weiwei, "Qingqing, Weiwei, good morning..."

"Good morning, Grandpa Li..."

Qingqing and Weiwei spoke almost simultaneously, their crisp childish voices like a heavenly melody, bringing an even brighter smile to Uncle Li’s face.

Then, Weiwei blinked her bright eyes and excitedly shared, "Grandpa Li, did you know? We’re going on an autumn outing today! Do you want to come with us?"

Hearing Weiwei’s invitation, Uncle Li, though longing in his heart, shook his head helplessly and smiled, "Ah, Grandpa Li will pass on that!"

Having a bit of an understanding of Uncle Li’s nature, Huang Jun wanted to subtly signal Weiwei not to press further, but alas, he was a step too late.

Weiwei’s curiosity was already piqued!

Her eyes, brimming with curiosity, lit up again, and she asked more eagerly, "Grandpa Li, why not? Were you like this before too?"

A hint of nostalgia and sentiment unfolded on Uncle Li’s face, "In the past, Grandpa Li was a young man who loved to run and jump. Alas, time spares no one. Now, I can only be here guarding you all, watching you grow happily. But whenever I see you all so full of energy, it’s like I’m back in my youth..."

And so.

Once he started, he couldn’t stop, and began reminiscing about his youthful days.

Huang Jun: "..."

Well~

As rumored, Uncle Li really loved to talk about his ’glorious days’...

Qingqing: "..."

Uh...

When will Grandpa Li finish talking?

Weiwei: "..."

Why does Grandpa Li go on and on with no end?

When can we leave?

At this moment, Weiwei somewhat regretted her earlier inquiry.

But what’s the use of regrets?

It doesn’t change anything at all~

She glanced toward Huang Jun with pleading eyes, hoping her dad could come up with a solution.

Huang Jun felt Weiwei’s gaze and smiled at her somewhat helplessly, but as a father, he had to bear it all.

Thus...

He cleared his throat lightly and smiled as he interrupted Uncle Li, "Uncle Li, it’s getting late, I should get them to the classroom for assembly. We’ll certainly have time in the future to hear your stories."

Uncle Li realized he had lost himself in his story, laughed it off, and waved them off, "Alright then, you all go on so the kids aren’t late. I’ve got plenty of time, and there’ll be plenty of chances to chat leisurely in the future."

"Alright!"

Huang Jun nodded politely and turned to the little ones, "Alright then, Qingqing, Weiwei, let’s go."

Qingqing and Weiwei immediately broke into relieved smiles and quickly followed Huang Jun into the kindergarten.

Uncle Li stood there watching their backs, a benevolent smile on his face.

He silently blessed them in his heart, "Go on, kids, go enjoy your happy times. Grandpa Li is here, always watching over you."

...

Meanwhile.

Morning light cascaded through the windows into every corner of the classrooms, and the kids and the five accompanying parents had already arrived.

They’d been waiting a long time.

Even though the official meet-up time set by the kindergarten was before eight o’clock, the anticipation for the autumn outing had drawn these little ones and accompanying parents out of their homes long before, unable to stay another moment longer.

Each one came even earlier than their regular school time!

Many kids didn’t even bother with breakfast, just grabbed a piece of bread to quickly fill their stomachs.

Xu Sijun noticed among the accompanying parents that Qu Qing wasn’t there, but Lin Weilin was, and she couldn’t help but feel a bit surprised. She curiously asked, "Oh, Pengpeng’s Dad, why is it you who came today? I thought Pengpeng’s Mom was the one who responded in the chat group! I assumed she would be the one to come!"

"She had something come up and couldn’t make it, so I’m here in her place..."

Lin Weilin had a cheerful face, but a hint of bitterness inside, and he subconsciously rubbed his old waist.

Indeed.

To secure the spot for today’s outing, he paid a painful price.

Last night, despite employing every gentle and persuasive tactic he could think of, he couldn’t yet persuade his wife.

Just when he was on the verge of losing hope...

His wife suddenly changed her tone and asked, "Honey, do you really want to join the little ones from Dorami Kindergarten on the autumn outing tomorrow?"

Bang!

The words struck him like a bolt from the blue, ringing in Lin Weilin’s ears, as he looked up in astonishment, eyes filled with disbelief, and confirmed with a trembling voice, "Wife, do you mean...you’re giving me the spot? Letting me go?"

At that moment, he couldn’t contain his excitement.

Indeed, my wife is gracious and understanding.

Indeed, my teacher still treats me the best.

"Yes! But..." Qu Qing nodded, then paused and continued, "I do have conditions though."

Hearing this, his overwhelming joy cooled off a bit, but he soon accepted it readily.

This was just like his wife, always finding subtle ways to challenge him.

"Speak, wife. Whatever the conditions, I will go all out, promise to fulfill them!"

To have a chance at Huang Jun’s delectable dishes, he was ready to give it his all.

Qu Qing gazed at him with a playful smile, and, with a cunning glimmer in her eyes, she leisurely raised a finger, saying, "Starting tonight, your ’homework’ needs to be handed in on time."

Without thinking, Lin Weilin replied, "No problem!"

Seeing this, Qu Qing couldn’t help laughing. She shook her head gently and reminded him, "Don’t agree too hastily, I meant...for a whole week!"

Her words struck like an unexpected heavy blow upon Lin Weilin’s heart, making his face turn ashen and his body quiver ever so slightly.

He slowly looked up, meeting Qu Qing’s gaze, about to argue, but she firmly stated, "A week, just one week, no room for negotiation. Otherwise, I’ll just go myself tomorrow."

Well~

No room for negotiation~

He had to silently swallow the words he almost blurted out, torn between "submitting homework for a week, get to eat" and "not submitting, get nothing."

The conditions were hard, but sometimes, to get what you want, a price has to be paid.

In the end.

He gritted his teeth and chose the former, "Okay, one week, just one week, deal!"

Qu Qing smiled a satisfied smile, but with a slight regret in her heart, she said, "Ah, what a pity, I was hoping to go tomorrow to see what dishes Chef Huang makes!"

"Alright, hubby, it’s getting late, I’m off for a shower~"

With those words, Qu Qing stood up lightly and headed for the bathroom.

Thus.

Lin Weilin battled for over an hour.

Fortunately, his old waist held strong.

But as for the next six nights, whether it could hold on is yet to be known...

As Lin Weilin was deep in his memories, a worried look upon his face...

Huang Jun walked in the classroom with Qingqing and Weiwei.

He looked around and saw many kids along with five accompanying parents already gathered, and with a warm smile, he said, "Wow, everyone arrived early..."

"Qingqing’s dad is here..."

"Hi, Qingqing’s Daddy!"

Parents and children alike greeted him.

After everyone quickly exchanged greetings...

Yang Yuxi glanced around, seeing everyone was there, she began to organize everyone into a line, "Alright, kids and parents, let’s start lining up and getting ready to set off for the autumn outing."

"Yay, we’re going on an autumn outing, going on an autumn outing~"

Hearing the announcement, the kids jumped up excitedly, quickly finding their spots in line.

The parents cooperatively stood by their children, ready to embark on the autumn outing journey together.