Even so, He Teng was a grown man. He believed that as a man, he shouldn't allow his family and wife to worry about money, let alone let He Zhilan delay her studies because of financial concerns.
After a pause, He Teng added, "Focus on your studies. I'll handle the rest." The only avenue He Teng had was to borrow some money from his well-connected comrades in the military. He also had to do his best in the military to get promoted. Only promotion would raise his wage and bonuses.
Chatting with a man of few words, even one's husband, invariably dwindles eventually.
Listening to He Teng's instructions, He Zhilan kept acknowledging his words. However, the conversation never got awkward as she expected, because after three minutes, He Teng hung up.
Even a short three-minute call, though no pleasantries were exchanged, could instantly lift He Zhilan's mood.