Time to Study

Oh, I wish I could grow up faster, but just going to school isn't enough...

I'm trying my best to grow up quickly!

All we do in school is read textbooks, but that doesn't really help. I want to learn something useful, so I can help my dad. That's why I'm here!

I don't know... I made this decision on my own. I... I really want to help my family!

Jiu? That name sounds familiar.

Oh, he could be Sixi's son.

Let's go find him and talk.

His family must not know he's skipping class.

Go talk to Wulü. Maybe he knows something.

Oh, what's wrong? Are you trying to tell me how to grow up quickly?

Oh! You saw my dad?! How is he?! I heard something happened at the mine recently, and he's been really busy...

Dad said the mine had some trouble lately, so he's been swamped and doesn't have time to play with me...

I really want to grow up quickly and find a job, so I can help my dad! By the way, did he mention me?

Oh, I see... Well, my dad always says as long as I study hard, he'll be happy!

Your dad loves to spend time with you!

Okay, I'll go back to class now!

Hello, do you need something?

Ah, Jiu, he's Sixi's son. That man works at the mine and probably doesn't have much time to take care of him.

Lately, I've seen Jiu wandering around looking for a job to do. I was thinking of having a little chat with him.

You might want to tell Sixi about this if you meet him.

Just a little more work to finish this task. Then I'll need to find more to do.

I don't mind the hardships as long as my son has a chance to get a proper education!

Haha, alright, break time is over. I've gotta get back to the grindstone!

What do I always tell you, hmm? Why are you skipping school?

I, I...

I'm not skippin school! I just want to learn something not taught in the classroom...

What do you mean by that? Explain yourself.

It's just... something not in a textbook, something that'll teach me how I can help you, Dad!

You're always so busy and don't have time for me, so I want to help you...

You can help me by attending your classes, you know!

They're supposed to be teaching you practical life skills. If you learn something interesting, you can even teach your old man something new!

Anyway... there really are issues at the mine recently. I promise you, once they are settled, we'll spend more time together, okay?

Really? You really mean it?

Yes. I'll keep my word. But before that, you need to keep yours and stay in school!

Deal! I promise I'll stay in school!

What's wrong? Do you need any help?

Yes, what is it?

Hmm? Jiu is skipping school?

Thank you for the updates. I'll go back and check on him right away!