Chapter 5: Don’t Waste Time, Just Report

Chapter 5: Don't Waste Time, Just Report the Number

Sisi couldn't wait and took a big bite. Her little face froze in surprise.

"What's wrong? Is it too hot?" Xiao Cheng asked worriedly.

Sisi didn't speak but carefully chewed, swallowed, and then suddenly cheered as she hugged Xiao Cheng.

"Papa wasn't bragging! The food Papa made is really delicious! It's the best I've ever eaten!"

Xiao Cheng felt relieved and gently patted Sisi's back.

"As long as you like it. Come on, keep eating. Papa will definitely make sure Sisi stays with him."

"Okay! Papa is the best!"

Sisi obediently sat up and ate in big mouthfuls under Xiao Cheng's careful feeding.

After a while, Sisi stretched and sighed contentedly. "Wow, I'm so full! Papa's cooking is amazing!"

"Sisi, you have to wipe your mouth after eating. Come on, Papa will do it for you." Xiao Cheng handed her a clean tissue and said softly.

"Okay!"

Just as he finished wiping Sisi's face, the system notification sounded in Xiao Cheng's mind again.

"Ding! Congratulations to the host, first-time taking care of a daughter! Reward: +999 knowledge on taking care of a daughter!"

In an instant, all kinds of knowledge about parenting flooded into Xiao Cheng's mind.

Now, he finally felt relieved.

Even though the current living conditions were cramped, that was an easy fix—money could solve that.

But Xiao Cheng had been unsure about how to properly take care of Sisi. Now, with the system's help, he was confident.

"All done! Sisi is so clean! Now go play for a bit while Papa cleans up."

"Okay!" Sisi happily ran to the bed and played on her phone.

Xiao Cheng quickly tidied up and then helped Sisi take a bath.

Since the current living conditions weren't ideal, he could only help her wash up briefly, being as gentle as possible so her delicate skin wouldn't be irritated by rough towels.

Once everything was done, Xiao Cheng told Sisi a bedtime story, helping her fall asleep.

His storytelling ability had already reached perfection, and he specifically chose soothing stories with a gentle voice.

Not long after, Sisi fell asleep sweetly.

Watching her sleep, Xiao Cheng also lay beside her with peace of mind.

The next morning, Xiao Cheng carefully helped Sisi wash up and change into fresh clothes.

Then, she had another one of his homemade, nutritious breakfasts.

Though simple, the meal was incredibly delicious, and Sisi kept praising her Papa.

After everything was ready, Xiao Cheng took Sisi out.

"Papa, where are we going today?" Sisi asked curiously, sitting on Xiao Cheng's shoulders.

"We're going shopping! A lot of shopping!" Xiao Cheng said mysteriously.

They took the subway to the largest shopping mall in Donghai City, and Xiao Cheng got busy.

From Barbie doll accessories to a full-sized children's bed, he bought everything Sisi might need.

Meanwhile, the system kept rewarding him.

"Ding! Congratulations to the host, first-time buying... Reward: money +..."

Every new purchase triggered the system, granting him the corresponding maximum rewards.

By noon, after finishing all the shopping, Xiao Cheng checked his balance—it was already close to nine figures.

"These are still small amounts of money. Once Sisi is settled, I need to start 'earning' big!"

Xiao Cheng muttered to himself. Based on his calculations, his best method to make money was investment.

The more he spent, the more the system rewarded him.

Investing in high-return projects would bring the biggest monetary rewards.

And this was the most profitable path!

"Sisi, let's go home.

Papa has already bought a lot of fresh ingredients and proper kitchen utensils.

I'll cook an even better meal for you at lunch.

Then, in the afternoon, I'll find a new home for us, and in the evening, I'll invite Aunt Liu over for dinner.

We'll pass the test together, so Papa can keep Sisi by his side!"

"Yay! Let's go home! Woohoo!" Sisi cheered excitedly.

Over the past two days, Sisi had started seeing her Papa differently.

At first, she thought he was just an ordinary man.

But now, she felt like her Papa was some kind of superhero—capable of anything.

When they got home, the delivery workers had already brought all the purchases—a whole truckload.

Xiao Cheng immediately sought out the landlord.

"I want to rent the entire apartment," Xiao Cheng said bluntly.

Previously, he had only been renting a single room. It was fine when he was alone, but now that Sisi was here, they couldn't stay in such a cramped space.

He knew the other rooms had recently been vacated, so he decided to take the whole unit.

Of course, he planned to move to a much better place soon, but this was an urgent solution for now.

The landlord, a middle-aged woman, looked at Xiao Cheng with surprise.

"Xiao, you haven't even paid the past three months' rent for your current room, and now you want to rent the whole apartment?"

Xiao Cheng frowned, annoyed at his past self. No wonder he had been desperate enough to sell sperm for money.

Without hesitation, he pulled out his phone.

"Include the unpaid rent and six months' rent for the entire apartment. Just tell me the amount, and I'll pay it all now."

The landlord hesitated. "I mean, if you're struggling, you can pay three months first. I know times are tough, so—"

"Please don't waste time. Just report the number," Xiao Cheng interrupted firmly.

The landlord looked at him in confusion.

Was this really the same Xiao Cheng from before?

His demeanor had completely changed.

She quickly did the math and said, "The total is 30,000 yuan. But if you're tight on money, just pay three months first—"

Before she could finish, Xiao Cheng transferred 50,000 yuan and left with Sisi.

"The extra money is to make up for the late rent," he said casually.

The landlord stood there, stunned.

Her phone pinged—50,000 yuan had just been deposited.

Sisi, still riding on Xiao Cheng's shoulders, giggled.

"Haha! Papa looks just like a flashy, nouveau riche!"