Chapter 1250: Chapter 1251: The Romance-Obsessed Brother’s Sister 93 The reason why the professor approached her is quite simple—it’s because she performed well and the professor is very satisfied with her. “The professor thinks I’m someone with potential.” “And Dad, it’s also because of your reputation.” Zhang Yu knows that Zhang Dong is a prominent figure in his field. She never expected that even her professor knew her father’s name, which truly amazed Zhang Yu. “Since you’re my dad, it makes me a good seedling with the right roots, and my skills aren’t bad. Of course, the professor would give me an opportunity.” “For now, I just got an opportunity, but whether it turns into something more depends on my performance at the time.” “As long as my abilities aren’t too bad, I can follow him to the base during the summer.” Thinking about the chance she has, how could Zhang Yu not be excited? She had always hoped to have such an opportunity while still in college, and this unexpected surprise truly makes her very happy. For Zhang Yu’s surprise, Zhang Dong just brushed it off as nothing major. “After all, in the realm of scientific research, names are known even if there has been no prior intersection.” “Learn well under him, he’s an expert.” “He’s into teaching and nurturing, otherwise he would’ve long gone to a research institute.” “If you have even half your professor’s ability, you wouldn’t worry about getting into a research institute.” “Aerospace research also needs talents in mathematics.” Although not his field, Zhang Dong doesn’t know much about it. But in any field, mathematics is one of the most crucial elements. Zhang Yu nodded without hesitation, “Dad, rest assured, I will study seriously.” On the second day after Zhang Yu came home, the winter break tutoring class officially started. To her surprise, the parents had even rented a classroom this time. Inside, it’s almost fully equipped, and Zhang Yu could only say those people really are striving hard for their kids to get into top universities. Coming home and starting a tutoring class, of course, Liang Yan soon found out. What thrilled her was that this tutoring class could earn Zhang Yu tens of thousands. Just a twenty-day winter break and she could earn that much money, how could Liang Yan not be excited? During the New Year’s Eve dinner, Liang Yan was exceptionally good to Zhang Yu, constantly serving her food. Zhang Yu watched Liang Yan who was all smiles and knew for sure that she was up to something. “Mom, what’s up with you?” “You’re making me nervous.” Zhang Yu was very straightforward, “You’re definitely scheming something.” “I, I…” Liang Yan wanted to ask Zhang Yu later how much she earned, then slowly talk about how Zhang Hao is now under a lot of financial pressure. Now she hasn’t soothed this girl and dares not to bring it up yet, what to do? “Well, Little Yu, you earned quite a bit this winter break. You see, your brother is also under a lot of pressure.” Liang Yan, wanting to save face, didn’t directly ask her to help financially. “Having a heavy burden gives more motivation to earn.” “I remember Zhang Hao saying that he would take care of his wife and child.” “He even said in front of Dad that he would definitely shoulder these responsibilities. Mom, if you say this now, you’re making him lose face.” “Mom, believe me, Zhang Hao will definitely take good care of his wife and kid, and as for money issues, as long as he’s out making money, it’s not a problem.” Taking money out? That’s just a joke. “Mom, don’t even think about making me give money. It might seem like a lot, but I also have a lot of expenses.” Although she wasn’t sure where she would work in the future, Zhang Yu still wanted to buy a house in H City, even if it was a small one, it would be her own home for life. She had previously eyed a one-bedroom apartment near the teachers’ dormitory area by the school; it had been simply renovated about three years ago and was quite clean. The owner was a rich second generation who had bought it for her after she got into university, and now having been admitted for a graduate program abroad, she wanted to sell it. Zhang Yu had already checked out the apartment and quite liked it. It was suitable for her to live alone. “Do you need money?” From Liang Yan’s perspective, Zhang Yu was making excuses. “Your tuition and living expenses, your dad will take care of.” When this girl wants to lie, she doesn’t even bother to find a better reason. Liang Yan stared at her, ready to see how she would cover it up. “I’m planning to buy a house, and I’ve already picked one out.” Initially, Zhang Yu wanted to keep it a surprise and let them know after everything was completed. Now that Liang Yan was pressing her on what she intended to do with the money, she might as well come clean about her plans. Buying a house? Everyone from Granny Zhang to Zhang Hao and his wife at the table were dumbfounded, looking at Zhang Yu in disbelief. “You’re going to buy a house? Do you have the money?” Zhang Dong knew that the housing prices in H City weren’t that high, but still, a small apartment would cost at least 300,000. Even if this girl has some money on hand, it’s hard to imagine how much she actually has. Liang Yan suspiciously glanced between Zhang Yu and Zhang Dong, assuming that the money for the house must have come from him. Even if Zhang Yu had some money, buying a house likely wasn’t within her budget. “Anyway, I can pay for that apartment in full.” Zhang Yu boasted, “After completing all the procedures, it’ll be around 400,000 in total.” Her words stunned everyone into silence once more. Zhang Dong knew a bit more than the others; for example, Zhang Yu has scholarship money and earns from tutoring. But he never expected that with income collected here and there, she had already accumulated that much. “Not bad, my daughter is still in college, yet she’s made so much money.” Zhang Dong quickly felt thrilled for Zhang Yu. Chen Jiaojiao looked at Zhang Yu discussing the house and remembered her saying that making money was easy. Back then, she thought Zhang Yu didn’t know the difficulty of earning money because she hadn’t earned any yet. Now she realizes that making money isn’t hard for Zhang Yu at all. Chen Jiaojiao took a deep breath and looked at Zhang Hao. He used to say that Zhang Yu was just a bookworm who could never earn as much as he could. Yet, his so-called ability to earn only resulted in a few thousand, which he deemed a great accomplishment, feeling smug. In contrast, Zhang Yu earned so much over two and a half years. Now she understood that those who excel in academics also excel in making money. Zhang Hao dared not look at Chen Jiaojiao. He had once confidently claimed he would definitely earn more than Zhang Yu. All of it now seemed like a big joke. Whether in academics, qualifications, or earnings, Zhang Yu easily outshined him. Zhang Hao was genuinely unhappy. Why was this happening? Was he destined to be overshadowed by Zhang Yu his whole life? He was truly displeased, his face filled with gloom. Seeing Zhang Hao unhappy, Zhang Yu was actually very happy. The excitement in her voice while talking about the house was undeniable, “This house is really great, furniture and everything included.”