She had spoken thus, and Father Tao no longer pressed aggressively. After exchanging a few more words with Director Zhang, the father and daughter left the principal's office.
Walking along the road, Father Tao looked at his obedient and sensible daughter, and his heart ached again. Previously, her days at the Tan family had not been good, and now that she had returned, they had also failed to protect her adequately. Accused of cheating, slandered online, and beaten at school—they had always only learned of these incidents when others informed them, far too passive.
He needed to arrange for some people to protect Tan Rou. Father Tao thought to himself, "She's my only daughter; I must protect her well."
"Dad!"
A familiar call interrupted Father Tao's thoughts. He looked up and to his surprise, it was Tan Jing, who he hadn't seen for many days. This worsened his already poor mood.
"Dad!" Tan Jing clung instinctively, "What brings you here in person?"
