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Chapter 58: Maybe I Should Sleep on the Streets?
Chapter 58: Maybe I Should Sleep on the Streets?
Waaah, this person's luck is just terrible, he's so pitiful!
As Leon felt sorry for the Dollface Girl's misfortune, the Dollface Girl, with her tearful eyes, was secretly observing him, feeling a similar sentiment.
This Mr. Leon is a good person, but it seems like his entire family is rather unlucky.
The last time with the gas pipe incident, his sister barely escaped death after being hospitalized, and this time, he was even more unlucky. It was just a regular walk past the money chest, but the mountain of gold coins inside had burst through the chest, burying him entirely. He was nearly crushed to death.
Waaah... and there's more. I've inquired about his situation, and I found out that his parents passed away six years ago, his sister has a weak body and can't do heavy work, and there are two younger siblings at home who haven't started school yet.
This family of four relies solely on Mr. Leon, the eldest brother, who works tirelessly day and night to support them. He started working hard to provide for his family at the age of fourteen, but their situation only worsened. It was only after joining the Police Department recently that things started to improve slightly.
Waaah, it's so pitiful. If something truly unfortunate were to happen to him this time, even if I compensate his family with a lot of money, I would still feel guilty for the rest of my life!
"I'm truly, deeply sorry! It's all my fault!"
Recalling her visit to apologize, and seeing the bare home with no extra furnishings, one could say it was almost empty. The Dollface Girl couldn't help but sniffle, raising her head with a sincere expression, she said:
"Mr. Leon, apart from the due compensation, all expenses related to your lost work, medical fees, nutritional expenses, and the like will be covered by us at Char Department Store!
I know you're not one to care much about money, but please don't refuse this time. Additionally, if you have any other requests, just ask! We'll do our best to fulfill them!"
"..."
Oh dear... You're apologizing so sincerely that I feel embarrassed...
Looking at the Dollface Girl, who was unexpectedly carrying the blame for something she didn't do and even apologizing with teary eyes, Leon couldn't help but scratch his head unconsciously, feeling like he was the one scamming her.
Hmm... No, that's not right.
This time is different from the last. If it weren't for me bumping into that toad, it would have caused a massive casualty.
After the Evil God's brain in the Cleanup Bureau modifies the memory, the result will likely be that the stampede was caused by too many people rushing to buy goods, leading to a forced halt of the giant toad, opened to stop the big promotion.
So, by killing that toad, I actually did Char Department Store a huge favor. And I was genuinely helping them when I got injured, so it's not like I'm expecting a reward for nothing, right?
...
"Forget about the compensation, but there is something I'd like to ask for your help with."
After considering his family's situation, Leon moved his neck, which was uncomfortable due to the neck brace, and said:
"Since you've been to my home, you must have seen my younger brother and sister. They're both of school age and were supposed to start school this summer.
But something happened at home at that time, and the Military Department took back... well... Anyway, during that time, we had no money, so it was put on hold.
Recently, when things at home improved a little, I specifically went to inquire at the school, but they said they weren't accepting new students this year. So, if possible..."
"It's possible! Absolutely!"
Seeing the "poor good man" finally asking for something, the Dollface Girl, whose conscience was tormented, was delighted. She quickly walked from the foot of the bed to the bedside and patted her thin chest with force, saying:
"We... Char Department Store, have shares in many good schools, and there are some recommended student quotas. Apart from the Royal Family's school, you can choose any suitable church public school or noble private school!"
"Er... That's not necessary..."
After considering the location of Veteran Lane and the situation of the public and private schools, Leon shook his head and said, "Our entire family are non-believers, and given our circumstances, they probably won't be happy in a noble private school. So, it's not necessary to go to such prestigious schools. Just choose a school with a good teaching level and strict management... Hmm... It would be even better if it's close to home."
"Ah! Sorry, it was my oversight!"
After hearing Leon's concerns, the doll-faced girl couldn't help but blush. She first apologized awkwardly and then hesitantly said:
"However, some of the public schools in the area... the schools in the Old Town are quite chaotic. The only decent ones should be Platinum Academy, Bridge Academy, Chelsea Academy, and Westminster Academy."
But you live on the edge of Veteran Lane in the Old Town, and these academies are built closer to the New Town to ensure a steady stream of students. They all seem quite far from your home. If you walk there every day, it'll take a long time. How about..."
After secretly sizing up Leon's expression, the doll-faced girl tentatively spoke up:
"I'll compensate you with a house over there?"
?!?!?!
That's not right... Normally, shouldn't it be asking you to change schools or, at most, compensating with an old-fashioned carriage? What's with this direct offer of a house in a school district? Is Char Department Store so rich and heartless?
"Ouch... Cough! Cough, cough!!!"
Startled by the doll-faced girl's suggestion, Leon unconsciously took a deep breath, his cracked ribs throbbing with pain. He coughed twice, pressing down on his painful chest, and then leaned back against the headboard, his face contorted in agony.
"Ah! Mr. Leon! You... hang in there, I'll go get a doctor right now!"
Seeing Leon, who had been fine just a moment ago, suddenly lying there with a pale face, the doll-faced girl was shocked. She turned to find a doctor.
However, just as she turned her body, Leon quickly grabbed her back.
"It's fine, it's fine... I just... I inhaled a bit too sharply."
Fearing that the crybaby might come up with some outrageous compensation plan, Leon held her hand and breathed evenly. Pressing down on his bruised ribs, he refused:
"A house is really not necessary! Just help my brother and sister enroll, that's all! By the way, which of these decent academies is the closest to Veteran Lane?"
"..."
Looking at her hand in Leon's, the doll-faced girl didn't struggle immediately. Instead, after some thought, she blushed and said:
"The closest academy... that would be Bridge Academy. The school's main entrance is at the end of Bridge Street, and it's not too far from the Municipal District where you work.
If you get off work early one day, you can pick up your brother and sister after school... That... Mr. Leon, your hand..."
"Oh, sorry!"
Hearing the reminder, Leon, for some reason, was stunned. He quickly released the doll-faced girl's hand and then furrowed his brows.
The Happiness Apartment, where he almost got cut by the giant scissors, seems to be on this street, number thirty-five. Not only is the rent very low, but there are also many vacant rooms.
Also, the middle-aged nurse's husband from the hospital incident happens to be a teacher at Bridge Academy, and Anna coincidentally 'saved' his wife, forming a good connection.
Not to mention, if Melanie and the others go to Bridge Academy, they'll definitely be well taken care of. If they get mischievous, Anna and I will quickly know. Moving there seems like a win-win situation, but...
Recalling a certain 'sickly' muscular old man and his giant scissors that almost cut Leon in half, he couldn't help but rub his forehead in worry.
Anna and the others can move in, but what about me?
(End of Chapter)
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