CHAPTER 359: 359. WHO WOULD WANT TO BE BALD IF THEY HAVE HAIR!

However, this little progress couldn’t offset Liu Shouyi’s anger from being deceived for so long.

Thinking back to two days ago, after learning his third son’s grades, he eagerly checked the admission scores of major medical universities from previous years. Feeling assured, he boasted about hosting a dinner, holding a big banquet and all that.

Today’s chance encounter with the brat’s homeroom teacher revealed that the boy hadn’t applied to any medical universities at all, but secretly switched to apply to the Beijing Film Academy?

And he had already passed the written test with high marks, just waiting for the interview to pass, and then the Liu family would have an actor?!

Hearing this, Liu Shouyi’s anger surged straight to his head.

He didn’t even go to the factory, floored the gas pedal and headed home.

Upon finding out the brat wasn’t even home, they said he went to his aunt’s to see her and his little brother.

Liu Shouyi quickly turned the car around and headed to his younger sister’s, coincidentally overhearing Jianjun’s complaints about his dad.

It’s like a fire kicking over an oil tank, truly adding fuel to the fire!

The hot-tempered and firm believer in ’spare the rod, spoil the child’ Liu Shouren was so furious that he swung his fist towards the rebellious brat.

Jianjun, who had been on guard against this move, dashed backwards, sprinting as if he were in a 100-meter race.

He escaped through the corridor connecting the west and east rooms, hugging his aunt’s leg and shouting for help when Liu Shouyi chased him back.

On the other side of the wall, their commotion was loud enough for Shuzhen to understand what was going on.

Although she didn’t approve of Jianjun pulling a fast one over his parents, what’s done is done, and beating him to death wouldn’t solve anything, right?

Good aunt Shuzhen gently spoke up, hoping her second brother could see the problem rationally.

At the very least, listen to what the kid actually thinks, right?

Liu Shouyi panted heavily: "Little sister, you have no idea how much trouble this brat is. I’m already so violent, and he still dares to pull tricks. If I were rational, wouldn’t he just take off."

"Aunt, you see, I was wrong to act first and report later. But with my dad’s temper and his prejudices against the performing industry, if I didn’t do it this way, I’d have no chance at all, right?" Jianjun peered cautiously from behind Shuzhen, complaining bitterly.

If there were a reasonable and understanding father figure around, who would want to live like a thief in constant fear?

"Opportunity, my ass! Not going to a good medical university and opting for some film academy instead. Being a clown is your lifelong ambition?" Liu Shouyi raged, lowering his voice only because of his little sister and the child in her arms.

Otherwise, he’d drag the brat out and beat him without explanation!

Clearly, Jianjun knew his aunt was his lifeline, his talisman.

No matter how hard he argued with his dad about dreams and the future, he remembered to stay firmly behind his aunt.

"What actor, how unpleasant is the word actor? Dad, that’s just prejudice. I’ve already said I want to apply to the directing department..."

"What’s the difference? One shoots movies, the other acts in them. Aren’t they both just hustling for that one big show!" Liu Shouyi furrowed his brow harshly, rudely interrupting Jianjun’s explanation: "Anyway, our Liu family cannot have an actor. Change your application now if possible; if not, pack up and do another year of prep.

And don’t mention going to a film academy again, or I’ll break your legs!"

Well, second uncle is indeed simple and crude.

Lian En sighed, no wonder Jianjun reacted to him like a mouse to a cat.

He didn’t even dare to reveal his true interests and opted for deception.

Glad his own parents were open-minded and valued their children’s wishes.

If they were like second uncle, uh...

Just the thought made one shudder!

After giving Jianjun a reassuring look following his plea for help, Lian En and his dad sat on either side of second uncle on the sofa.

He just wanted to try his best to mediate, hoping to turn their swords into plowshares.

With the country’s rapid economic development, there’s a demand for talents in all fields.

The film industry is booming, and becoming a famous director is also a commendable choice!

It’s no longer a feudal society with distinctions among the classes. Contributing to the country’s infrastructure doesn’t have a stature.

To this, Liu Shouyi responded with a cold laugh.

"Second brother, I know you have the child’s interests at heart, but you also have to ask for their opinion, right? We adults have our perspectives and opinions, and kids have their goals and dreams too!" Seeing his eldest son being laughed at, Lianshan urged himself to chime in.

Whether it works or not, he has to try. Can’t let Jianjun have false hopes, right?

Knowing the brat is someone who becomes bright when given sunshine, Liu Shouyi didn’t mention being more annoyed at his attempt of deception and the earlier caught-in-the-act incident.

Not fond of actors and directors, he hoped to scare the boy into changing his mind.

If not, he’d be angry, vent out again, and see how strong-willed the boy truly is.

Having figured out his plan, Liu Shouren simply shifted the topic.

He inquired about his older nephew’s studies in Beijing and his younger nephew and sister’s condition over the past few days.

He was so relaxed, as if the angry lion moments ago wasn’t him at all.

Not only did he avoid bringing up the subject again, but even Jianjun’s request to stay a few days to bond with his cousin Lian En was permitted.

The peaceful weather almost made Jianjun feel he was off the hook.

It was Shuzhen who revealed the truth: "Your dad, you see, has an explosive temper. Although it’s violent, the good thing is he forgets it after the explosion! Trust me, go back and express your desire to attend film school for directing.

Let him rant, shout, or whatever he wants to do. Once it’s over, it’ll be done.

The more you hide, the more he’ll fume.

When the little anger turns into a big explosion, a simple beating won’t solve it!"

Jianjun firmly believed that his aunt was the best person to handle his dad, even better than his mom in some ways.

But concerning his life and dreams, he had to be cautious!

It was finally Shuzhen’s laugh that strengthened his conviction: After all, no matter what, he’s still his dad’s son. A little college application issue wouldn’t make dad go so far as to hurt his own son, right?