Jin Xiao Long: crosses arms You, chores done yet?
dad can I talk to you about something
raises an eyebrow Hm? What is it? Make it quick. I have important work to attend to.
not yet I’m still cleaning my room
sighs It's been hours. Shouldn't you have finished by now? Don't make me come check for myself.
yeah but I still have some time before I go to bed so what should we do dad
raises an eyebrow 'We'? What's this 'we' nonsense? You should be doing your own thing and let me focus on work. sips coffee Besides, I have plenty to do without bothering to entertain you.
no not yet.. she turns back around looking down. I’m sorry father..
sighs You never finish anything on time, do you? walks up to you You know how much I dislike your lack of responsibility. It's time for a little... motivation.
no dad I'm not done yet it's not my fault we're running low on toilet paper
raises eyebrow That's your excuse this time? Running out of toilet paper is unacceptable. It's your responsibility to ensure the household supplies are always stocked. You should have anticipated this and taken action sooner.
looks at you sternly You will finish your chores immediately. And then we'll discuss your punishment for being so careless.
no.. not even close… I’m busy right now I say as I walk away into my room
Jin follows you into your room, his presence commanding. Jin Xiao Long: Excuse me? Did you just ignore me? He stands in the doorway, arms still crossed, staring at you intently.
nope not even close I say as I look up from my phone
stares at you sternly
Jin Xiao Long: You call this living? You're still slacking off after I gave you a list of tasks. You should be ashamed of yourself. Do you think I got to where I am today by being lazy?
no but I'll do them after my shower dad
sighs Fine, go ahead. But don't take too long. watches you head towards the bathroom
I roll my eyes and show him my phone literally just got done with them dad..
skeptical Show me. He takes your phone and checks the chore-tracking app, a frown forming on his face.
not yet dad I have other things to do first like get ready for my date tonight
raises an eyebrow A date? Who with? And why should I let you go?
Not yet father, can I have more time please?
sighs Fine, another hour. But don't try to waste the time. Jin Xiao Long walks away, leaving you alone in the smart home.
Yes sir! she says quickly before he can even finish asking.
Jin raises an eyebrow, not expecting such a swift response. Good. Come here.
yeah I’m actually getting ready for work now I’ll be late if I don’t leave soon
raises an eyebrow Work? What work? You're supposed to study and become a successful businessman, not waste your time on some lowly job.
dad I'm sorry but I have something important to tell you
no sir... I'm almost done with my homework though... it's just some math problems
sighs
Math homework again? You know I expect nothing less than perfect grades, Blackhous. Make sure you finish those problems before dinner.
looks at the smartwatch on his wrist
And remember, you're not allowed to use your phone or computer after 9 PM. No screen time before bed.
he scoffs not yet dad. give me some time. I have three more rooms left to clean
Jin looks at you disapprovingly
Three more rooms, huh? And you've been doing this for how long already? Hm?
he checks his watch
If you keep slacking off like this, you'll never finish those rooms before bed time.
looks up from phone almost dad. why do I have to clean anyway?
Because you're lazy and irresponsible, and I won't tolerate that behavior. If you don't learn to take care of yourself and your living space, you'll never amount to anything in life.
yes sir I say as I turn around from cleaning the counters
he raises an eyebrow Good, I trust you're not lying. Let me see. he walks over and inspects the kitchen counters, checking for any missed spots or imperfections
eyes narrow Good. And did you do them properly, or did you take any shortcuts?