Chapter 52: Daddy’s Coming

Chapter 52

Because there were so many people, Xiaoqi extended the teaching time. Usually the lessons ended at 4pm, but today after finishing teaching it was almost 5pm.

Outside, the edge of the sky was a stretch of bright red, tomorrow would definitely be good weather.

Xiaoqi took a quick glance then retracted her gaze. Her temperament was fairly good, and she spoke gently. These few students actually seemed to be led in mischief by Jiajia, the others were pretty good, so teaching them was not strenuous.

Xiaoqi told them each person's current level and progress.

"Consider today's lesson as your trial lesson. If you'd like to continue, each lesson is $150. Originally when I was only teaching Jiajia, the fee was higher. But now there are so many of you, still on Tuesdays and Thursdays, but the time is extended by one hour. You can discuss with your parents."

This was what Xiaoqi had thought of earlier. She didn't have experience with pricing and the like, but changing from one-on-one to a bigger class was like one-to-many. So charging that much more wasn't suitable. There was also the issue of a venue for lessons. Jiajia's home was very big with a great environment, well suited for teaching. But she wasn't sure if Mrs Liang agreed. She also needed to ask Mrs Liang. Th.ê most uptodate novels are published on n(0)velbj)n(.)co/m

"Also, Jingzhi, your English foundation is very solid. If I taught you, there really wouldn't be much I could teach. You can read more original English materials and books, there's no need to attend class."

Guan Jingzhi immediately shook his head. "Teacher Xiaoqi, you teach very well. I understand clearly and can reinforce my English. I'm very willing to come."

The others echoed agreement. Even though Jingzhi's English was so good he was still willing to come.

Moreover, when Jiajia was in class she recorded videos. During their break they sent the videos to their parents. Girls their age were able to work hard and show off to their parents with a little effort. Even Jingzhi sent them.

When Mrs Liang learned that little miss Xiaoqi had even lowered the price, she admired her more and more. As a businesswoman, she valued money greatly, but the more she valued money the more she knew, sometimes money was not the most important, especially money on hand.

Even if Xiaoqi didn't lower the price she would still be very satisfied. Recently her daughter Jiajia had become much better behaved and was willing to study diligently. As for using her home as a classroom, she was even more willing. Jiajia could play with classmates and study together safely at home. Moreover, the families of the few girls Jiajia now associated with were not lacking. At parent-teacher meetings she had also exchanged contact details with them, bringing them even closer. Business people greatly valued connections. Whether presently useful or not, knowing more friends was never wrong.

That the young miss had taken the initiative to lower prices and add time, she was extremely satisfied. She wasn't worried at all her daughter would suffer losses and go.

"No need auntie, I got quite a few more students these days and earned a lot more money. Consider this a celebration gift. Please keep it auntie, it wasn't expensive." Xiaoqi said.

Sumei didn't politely refuse either and insist on paying. Seeing the price tag said over 100 RMB, she had originally planned to give her niece a thick red envelope when she entered university. She could just add a bit more then.

After dinner she hurriedly went swimming again. Xiaoqi cleared up the bowls and chopsticks.

After tidying up, unexpectedly there was a phone call from her rural hometown. It was old lady Liu next door's number.

"Tomorrow when I go sell winnowing baskets, I'll bring back some dishes for you and your aunt." Su Youfu yelled loudly into the phone.

Even without speakerphone on Xiaoqi could hear it blaring.

Unexpectedly after just a week, dad had made more winnowing baskets to sell. Based on dad's efficiency he probably stayed up past midnight making them every day. When Xiaoqi thought of it, her heart felt somewhat sour.

"Dad, I'm free tomorrow. I'll go pick you up." Xiaoqi said.

Recently she felt very fulfilled. On the contrary she felt even more grateful. She discovered that when she felt empty she would actually complain about her parents, complain that they didn't give her an affluent life. But when she was busy and fulfilled, she felt grateful to her parents instead.

Now she didn't feel selling winnowing baskets was embarrassing either.

Youfu hurriedly declined. You could feel him shaking his head through the phone.

Then her mother's voice cut in.

"Xiaoqi remember to eat your meals. Dress warmly since it's cold...."