"Teacher Qi, I'm planning to travel this summer, so I won't be staying at school."
As another summer approached, Qiu Xi came to see Qi Xi after he had just finished speaking with his students.
"Yes, I know."
"You should go and rest." Qi Xi was rather pleased with Qiu Xi's decision.
This child had been busy all year round and truly deserved a good rest.
After a moment's thought, Qi Xi earnestly instructed, "Go and relax properly. Your teacher will be waiting for you at school."
"Okay, thank you, teacher." Qiu Xi nodded.
"Teacher, there's one more thing I need to trouble you with." After saying this, Qiu Xi brought up another important matter.
"What is it, just say it," Qi Xi nodded.
"It's about my graduation thesis. I've already planned it out. Some detailed information was sent to you before I came, so I'll need you to take a look."
"So soon?"
Qi Xi pondered for a moment, "Is it because of the proposal defense?"
Qiu Xi nodded, "Yes. Even though I won't be here during the holidays, I wanted to finish this before I leave."
"......"
"Alright, you child, you really know how to give me trouble."
Although he spoke with a hint of mild displeasure, his tone and expression made it clear to anyone present that he was in a good mood.
"That's all thanks to you, teacher~" Qiu Xi giggled.
"Okay, I know about it. I'll take a look shortly and won't delay you."
"Great~"
"Thank you, teacher!"
......
Night-
Sitting alone by the floor-to-ceiling window, Qiu Xi gazed at the round moon outside, her thoughts drifting slightly.
As she watched, her mind involuntarily recalled the video call she had with Nan Hua yesterday.
It had been a year since they last saw each other.
Even though they messaged each other daily and video called occasionally, the longing was undeniable.
She had initially thought she would finally see the person who had returned this year during the holidays, but she hadn't expected...
"Xiao Xi, we agreed to go back this summer, but due to some experimental reasons here, I might have to postpone my return..."
"Okay, how long will the delay be?"
"I'm not too sure yet. According to the plan, it might be until the end of this year..."
"Alright..."
Qiu Xi was a little disappointed, after all, this was the moment she had been looking forward to all year...
Her thoughts returned to the present, and Qiu Xi stared at her phone again.
After a long while, she seemed to have made up her mind.
Her small hands moved nimbly over the phone, and finally, she smiled with satisfaction.
"Done!"
"Time for bed!"
With that, Qiu Xi got up and stretched.
May there be a beautiful person in my dreams~
......
Half a month later, Qiu Xi successfully passed her proposal defense and packed her belongings to return home.
"Mom and Dad, it's been a while. I miss you so much~"
"Alright, stop being so sentimental..." Qiu Mama pretended to shiver at her daughter's demeanor.
"......"
Indeed, she was the real mother!
"Xiao Xi, what do you want to eat? Dad will go buy the groceries and cook for you tonight."
Qiu Papa was different. As soon as he saw his daughter, he wanted to cook something delicious for her.
"Dad~ You're so adorable!" Qiu Xi leaned in with a smile.
"I like anything you cook, Dad."
"Hahahaha~"
"Okay!"
"Then I'll make a little of everything, I'm sure my daughter will like it!"
"Great~"
"Look at you two, father and daughter, I'm the odd one out~" Qiu Mama said, glancing sideways.
"Mom!"
"Isn't there still me! How can I be out of place!"
Qiu Ge, who had just come downstairs, immediately jumped in when he heard his mother.
"Just you?" Qiu Mama glanced again.
"I'd rather be alone!"
Children are a burden, and this son was even more troublesome...
Qiu Ge, "......"
Him?
He was a bit annoyed!
"Then I'll side with Dad, at least there's food to eat..." Qiu Ge shifted slightly, feeling aggrieved.
"......"
"A bunch of rascals!"
"Alright, stop acting. You'll go buy groceries with your sister and your dad later."
This old Qiu was something else, at his age, he was still like a child, always putting on a show.
"Alright~"
"We'll all listen to Mom!" Qiu Ge responded loudly.
"Dad, when are we going out?"
"We'll head out after your sister finishes tidying up and rests a bit."
"Okay!" Qiu Ge nodded.
"Sister, let me help you with your luggage." With that, he grabbed the suitcase and walked off.
Qiu Xi watched him, letting out a soft laugh, "Mom and Dad, I'll head up first."
"Go ahead, there's no rush with the grocery shopping," Qiu Papa nodded happily.
Actually, it was fine if the children didn't go, but as they were getting older, they quite enjoyed this feeling.
"Okay, I'll rest well."
Saying that, the siblings went upstairs, while the couple started chatting below.
"Sister, why do you have time to come back this year? Isn't school busy anymore?" Qiu Ge asked as they walked.
Last year his sister didn't come back all summer, and his parents were out playing, so he spent the entire holiday alone at home...
Qiu Xi gently tossed her hair, her forehead hair lifting slightly, "It's busy, but your sister is uniquely talented, and I've already finished everything."
"......"
As expected!
In his family, if anyone was narcissistic, it had to be his sister.
"Sister, be narcissistic by yourself. Remember to call me after you've rested."
As soon as the suitcase was put down, Qiu Ge immediately returned to his room.
It was difficult for his parents to disturb him downstairs, so he decided to stay in his room...
"You little pigeon!"
"You've grown up, and your boldness has increased quite a bit!"
Looking at her brother's retreating back, Qiu Xi waved her hand behind her.
After waving, she couldn't help but burst into laughter.
"Don't fall asleep."
"I won't, I don't need to rest."
Seeing this, Qiu Xi returned to her room to unpack.
In fact, she didn't need to rest at all.
The room was very clean, and her mother had already made the bed and changed the linens. All she needed to do was unpack her suitcase.
After a brief tidy-up, Qiu Xi closed her eyes and rested.
She still had things to do, and her return was solely to spend time with her family.
Throughout the year, she rarely returned except during the holidays.
Since she finally had such a long break, she intended to stay home for a few days.
......