Although Nan Chen might not have all the answers, he managed to find someone to guide Nan Xing. That person was none other than Ning Ran.
Knowing that Ning Ran was Lu Jingyuan's best friend, Nan Chen was confident she understood Lu Jingyuan well. With Ning Ran's insights and ideas, Nan Xing would likely have a higher chance of succeeding.
Nan Xing remained doubtful. It was the first time in his life that he felt his brother wasn't really reliable.
Before the kids could finish their drawings, Ning Ran and Lu Jingyuan arrived home, bringing a sense of relief to Nan Xing. If they had stayed outside any longer, he feared the kids would drive him crazy with their constant commotion.
When Ning Ran saw the mess in the house, she could guess what Nan Xing had gone through.
She noticed the children focused on their drawings and guessed that it was Nan Chen's idea.
Nan Xing would only challenge the kids, whereas Nan Chen comprehended human nature and knew precisely how to influence others to do things according to his desires.
Ning Ran approached Erbao to see what she had drawn.
Erbao gestured for her mother not to interrupt as she was aiming for the grand prize.
Ning Ran chuckled and then turned to Dabao. The little boy had drawn a ship floating in the air with the sun, moon, and stars surrounding it. It resembled an airship.
After around twenty minutes, the kids finally completed their drawings.
Ning Ran noticed that Erbao had drawn a lovely strawberry cake.
Lu Yunxue's drawing depicted a chubby cat that appeared more like a dog due to its size.
Lu Yunbing had sketched a snowy mountain with a bird soaring across it.
The sight of a bird flying over snowy mountains carried a profound meaning, making the drawing even more remarkable.
Clearly, Dabao and Lu Yunxue exhibited greater skill and creativity compared to the other two.
They were talented and far more advanced than their peers.
Erbao hurried to the study to pull her father to the living room. Nan Chen had suggested the competition, so he should naturally be the judge.
Nan Chen carefully examined each drawing before determining the rankings: Dabao and Lu Yunbing both received the special prize, while Erbao and Lu Yunxue both won the first prize.
Everyone was delighted with the results, and Nan Chen's decision proved to be a wise one.
However, Erbao wasn't concerned about the ranking. “Daddy, what about the prizes?”
Nan Chen was taken aback by her question, but he quickly regained his composure and pointed at Nan Xing. “Your Uncle Xing will provide the prizes!”
What? You were the one who suggested the competition. Why should I provide the prizes? I didn't prepare anything for them.
Nan Xing understood that the kids came from affluent families and wouldn't be content with just two candies. Typical prizes wouldn't satisfy their expectations.
Everyone gazed at Nan Xing, wondering what prizes he would provide.
Nan Xing shrugged helplessly. “To be honest, I didn't prepare anything. What do you kids want? I'll buy anything you want for you.”
Despite the seemingly excellent solution, someone expressed their disapproval. “This isn't sincere at all,” Lu Yunbing grumbled.
“Yunbing!” Lu Jingyuan chided her daughter.
In truth, Lu Yunbing didn't care much about the prize she would receive. She simply didn't like Nan Xing.
Her dislike for him stemmed from the belief that he was frivolous, yet he still wanted to court Lu Jingyuan.
On the contrary, kids like Erbao and Lu Yunxue loved Nan Xing.
Lu Yunbing was more aloof, so she preferred someone like Nan Chen to be her father.
Nan Xing was inwardly upset. I didn't plan the competition, so I couldn't have prepared the prizes! How am I supposed to think of something on the spot? Even if I am sincere, I can't conjure something out of thin air.
Seeing Nan Xing looking pitiful, Ning Ran smiled and came to his aid, knowing he was innocent in this situation. “Uncle Xing has prepared a prize for you, but he wanted to give you a surprise. How about this? Next weekend, he'll take you all to the amusement park. Will that be okay?”
Erbao and Lu Yunxue agreed excitedly, but Lu Yunbing and Dabao remained calm.
Nan Xing bobbed his head. “Yes, I'll bring you all to the amusement park and treat you to all the rides and food!”
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