Qin Hao frowned, "Meng, you don''t owe him anything, why be afraid? Qiao''er is your daughter, you need to set an example. You surely don''t want Qiao''er to be timid like you in the future, do you?"


    Han Qiao''er also spoke up, "Yes, Mom, everyone is equal, why should you be afraid of him?"


    Han Meng knew this principle well, it was her deep-seated inferiority and timidity shaped by long-standing habits and her surrounding environment.


    Qin Hao reached out his hand, "Meng, why don''t you hold my hand? Would that make you feel better?"


    Han Meng''s cheeks turned slightly red, and she hesitated without mustering up the courage to reach out her hand.


    Qin Hao grabbed her hand, "Meng, this personality won''t do. If you encounter unreasonable people, they could easily bully you to death. Just follow me, and you just need to watch."


    Han Meng nodded, her heart pounding as Qin Hao held her hand.


    Feeling the warmth from Qin Hao''s palm, she indeed wasn''t so afraid anymore, her feelings turning to shyness.


    When they arrived at the second floor of the office building, Qin Hao knocked on the door.


    "Come in."


    He opened the door and went in. Inside, a middle-aged man wearing glasses was sitting there, looking at the computer.


    Seeing Qin Hao and the two others enter, Li Wenbin quickly stood up and said, "You must be Mr. Qin? Please take a seat. My name is Li Wenbin, and I am the principal of Yaoyang Primary School."


    The three of them sat down on the sofa nearby.


    He started, "Mr. Li, you should already understand the situation, right? When can it be handled?"


    Li Wenbin replied, "It can be settled today. Mr. Qin, I need your child''s documents. When would you like your child to start school?"


    Qin Hao said, "We don''t have a National Identity Card, and the Household Registration Book is back in our hometown."


    Li Wenbin paused briefly then hurriedly said, "Although it''s a bit troublesome, it''s not a problem. Education is crucial for a child."


    Qin Hao had only stayed for a few minutes before leaving.


    Upon leaving Li Wenbin''s office, Qin Hao let go of Han Meng''s hand, which was already covered in sweat, making Qin Hao''s hand somewhat wet.


    Qin Hao said to Han Meng, "You see, Meng, you really don''t need to be afraid."


    ...


    On the way back, Qin Hao bought a school bag and study supplies for Qiao''er.


    It was already past ten when they got home.


    Qin Hao told Han Meng, "Meng, I won''t come home for lunch today, don''t wait up for me."


    "Okay," Han Meng nodded.


    They chatted for a while, and then Yang Su and Xu Siyao went to the kitchen to prepare lunch.


    Xu Jiejian: "On the way here, I specifically bought a Jiangshan Roasted Duck and two bottles of Xinghui Wine, Jie Kang, you should try them later." Continue your journey on My Virtual Library Empire


    Jie Kang laughed and replied, "I''ve tried Jiangshan Roasted Duck before, and it''s really good. But I haven''t tried this wine yet."


    Qin Hao explained, "Mr. Xu, Xinghui Wine is currently only producing low-end products and has not started making mid-to-high-end brands of Xinghui Wine yet.


    The taste might not be what you''re used to, but it''s still very beneficial for the body."


    Xu Jiejian''s expression turned serious as he looked at Qin Hao and said, "Xiao Hao, are you interested in joining the military for some training?"


    Finishing, all three turned their gaze to him.


    The real topic had finally begun.


    Qin Hao was stunned for a moment, "Mr. Xu, are you suggesting I join the military for training?"


    Xu Jiejian spoke softly, "Yes, with your unified exam scores, you could be specially recruited into Gu Jing Military Academy.


    After graduating from the military academy, you can take a position within the Gu Jing Military Region, and your future prospects would be limitless."


    This was the olive branch the Xu family was extending to him.


    The overtures were clear; as long as he joined the military region, with his capabilities along with the Xu family''s power, his future would be bright.


    Qin Hao sat there with a contemplative look in his eyes.


    Xu Jiejian continued, "Xiao Hao, this is what the old man thinks. He just asked me to tell you.


    The old man said it''s fine whether you agree or not, just think it over."


    Qin Hao nodded, "Mr. Xu, please thank Mr. Xu for me. I''ll consider it carefully."


    During that lunch, Qin Hao ate distractedly, and everyone noticed, but no one mentioned it.


    After the meal, he made an excuse to leave, and Xu Siyao walked him outside.


    Just before getting into the car, Qin Hao told her, "Go back, Si Yao."


    Xu Siyao said worriedly, "You''ve been drinking, can you drive? Let me take you back, then I can take a taxi home."


    Qin Hao: "It''s okay, I''m going straight to the office. Go back, Si Yao."


    Xu Siyao said as she looked at him, "Then be careful on the road, and let me know when you reach the office."


    "Alright." Qin Hao''s mind was a mess right now; he needed some time alone to sort through his thoughts.


    [Chapter Four]