Rebirth to Save Myself

As soon as the midterm exams ended, before the results were even released, the math teacher took Su Xia and others to the provincial capital to participate in a competition. This time, the province would first select a few students to participate in the national competition. Each school had a quota, so this competition was not easy.

Fortunately, the school provided room and board. To allow the students to perform at their best, they generously booked a hotel near the competition venue and instructed the math teacher in charge to strictly control their meals to prevent any illnesses. As for Su Xia, perhaps because her soul was that of a 29-year-old adult, she appeared even more composed than the math teacher; she even had time to write a novel.

Other contestants, puzzled by Su Xia's novel writing, immediately went to tell their teacher. When the teacher questioned Su Xia, she explained that she wrote the novel simply to relieve stress. The teacher was speechless and then scolded the student who had tattled. After all, Su Xia was considered a top contender and had a good chance of winning, so she could use whatever method she wanted to relieve stress.

Besides, it's just writing a novel; it's not like she's binge eating or going to internet cafes or karaoke bars. So let her be. As long as she's at ease, everything is fine. These days, teachers are so protective of their students, afraid they might get hurt.

Because the team was led by a teacher, Mr. and Mrs. Chen gave up the idea of ​​accompanying Su Xia. Although Mrs. Chen continued to stay in their hometown to take care of Chen Yuan, Mr. Chen was in the provincial capital. So, on the day of the competition, Su Xia saw Chen Jianguo as soon as she got off the bus. She quickly told the teacher and then ran over to ask, "Godfather, what brings you here?"

"This is your first time participating in a competition, of course I have to come and cheer you on!" Chen Jianguo looked at Su Xia with a smile.

"It's not a big competition, you don't have to come if you're busy with work." Although she said that, Su Xia was still very happy. Before, she was the one who envied other people's parents accompanying them, but now others envied her parents for coming all the way to cheer her on.

"Don't worry about the exam. After you finish, I'll tell your teacher and we'll take you out for a celebratory meal," Chen Jianguo said gently.

"The results haven't come out yet, what's there to celebrate?" Su Xia asked, puzzled.

"Congratulations on being able to participate in such a big competition!" In Chen Jianguo's heart, his child's grades were secondary; what mattered was that Su Xia's participation in the competition proved her excellence. Regardless of whether she qualified for the national competition, he was happy for her.

"Yes, the teacher will lead the team back tomorrow after the exam. I have to stay and wait for the physics teacher to come; the physics competition is in three days." Su Xia nodded.

"Okay, after the exam, you can relax and have some fun in the provincial capital with your dad for a few days."

"Uh-huh."

After speaking with Mr. Chen, Su Xia entered the examination room and took the exam. The questions weren't difficult, and Su Xia even had time to check her work after finishing. When the bell rang, many students hadn't finished and were trying to procrastinate, but the invigilator ruthlessly confiscated their papers. Su Xia stood up straight, grabbed her stationery, and walked out of the examination room.

"How did it go? Did you finish the test?" The math teacher rushed up to Su Xia as soon as she came out and asked.

"It's alright, it's all done," Su Xia replied.

"That's good. Once you finish, you'll be more than halfway ahead. Your dad's waiting for you over there. Go on, relax."

"Okay, teacher."

Chen Jianguo drove Su Xia back to the hotel to get her luggage, and then took her to his house in the provincial capital. Upon entering, there was a large, bright floor-to-ceiling window, through which one could see the blue sky and white clouds outside.

"When you suggested I buy this place, I took a look and thought the view was nice." Chen Jianguo is very satisfied with his current house; it's large and the property management is excellent.

"Godfather, don't you think it's a bit out of the way?" Su Xia asked Chen Jianguo, standing by the window.

“This area hasn’t developed yet, but that doesn’t mean it never will. It’s impossible for the provincial capital not to develop; the housing prices here will definitely skyrocket.” Chen Jianguo said confidently, then continued, “You mentioned before that I should buy commercial properties. I’ve got my eye on a few. If you have time these next few days, you can come with me to take a look.”

"Okay." Su Xia nodded in agreement.

The apartment Su Xia had Chen Jianguo buy will see its price skyrocket from 10,000 to 70,000 yuan per square meter in ten years. However, the area hasn't developed yet, so few people from the provincial capital buy here, considering it the countryside. This residential complex emphasizes high-end living, with only two apartments per floor, requiring a card to access each floor for maximum privacy. Property management is very strict; non-residents are not allowed entry, and even friends of residents must call and confirm with the owner before being allowed in.

This four-bedroom, two-living-room, three-bathroom apartment, complete with a maid's room, is a large house designed for the wealthy. Chen Jianguo gave each of his two daughters a room, and converted the remaining room into a study. Chen Yuan and her mother had visited before, but this was Su Xia's first time.

Chen Jianguo led her to her room, which featured a warm color scheme, with natural wood floors throughout and a row of white wardrobes. There was a luxurious European-style leather bed, a separate bathroom, and even a bathtub—a standard feature in every room. Her room was next to Chen Yuan's, with a similar design.

"Tell me if you need anything, and I'll take you out to buy it." Chen Jianguo said before leaving the room, leaving Su Xia alone.

That evening, Chen Jianguo took Su Xia to meet his friends. As soon as Chen Jianguo entered the private room, he proudly introduced Su Xia to everyone: "This is my daughter. She came to the provincial capital to participate in a math competition."

"Wow, Old Chen, your daughter's got some skills!"

"That's right, my daughter is a very good student. She always gets first place in every exam, beating the second-place student by more than ten points."

"Hey, Old Chen, I remember the girl you brought last time wasn't this one, was it?"

"I have two daughters, so you can only be envious."

"Look at how smug he is! Having a daughter doesn't make him any special!"

"That's definitely amazing. You don't understand if you don't have a daughter."

That dinner, everyone ganged up on Chen Jianguo, which Su Xia vehemently opposed. It made everyone jealous; those with only sons felt their sons weren't considerate enough, while those with daughters felt their daughters weren't as thoughtful and sensible as Su Xia. When they learned Su Xia was Chen Jianguo's goddaughter, everyone couldn't contain themselves and surrounded her, wanting to adopt her as their goddaughter.

“If you acknowledge me as your godfather, I’ll buy you a house.”

"Screw you, what's a house? If you acknowledge me, I'll give you a whole street of shops."

"What kind of nouveau riche are you? Recognize me? I have connections in the Education Bureau."

"Thank you for your kind offer, uncles, but my godfather is the best. I only recognize him."

Upon hearing this, Chen Jianguo burst into laughter, his smug expression making him seem like someone who wanted to rush up and beat him up.