I Became Spider-Man's Cousin in Anime Crossover

Chapter 505 Sheriff George

"Hey, Xiaoyu! Sorry, I was busy with work and was a little late..."

Before Xiaoyu's parents arrived in New York, they had already discussed it in advance. Sheriff George, who walked with a brisk pace, completely ignored everyone else, directly ruffled Xiaoyu's hair, and greeted her.

Then he turned to Xiaoyu's parents, looked them over briefly, and after judging their identities from the resemblance in their eyebrows and facial features to Xiaoyu, he reached into his pocket with a formulaic smile, took out his identification, and showed it to the two of them.

"Oh, I suppose you must be Jade's parents? Let me introduce myself. I'm George Stacy, the Commissioner of the New York City Police Department. Jade and I are very good friends. She often comes to my house and, along with Riley, has frequently helped my two wayward sons with their homework. So when Jade told me you were coming to New York, I accepted her invitation and made a special trip today to see what kind of parents could raise such a smart and well-behaved daughter, so I could learn some parenting advice from you. Oh, and of course, I hope my intrusion hasn't bothered you?"

Xiaoyu's father was completely stunned when he heard the other party's self-introduction and saw the documents the other party showed.

For a moment, he didn't hear what Sheriff George said next.

My head is buzzing, and only one thought is running through my mind—

My daughter got to know the Commissioner of Police in just six months.

And their relationship is so good that a single phone call is enough for the other person to make time to meet up?!

But then, another thought exploded in his mind like a thunderclap—

Sheriff George just seemed to say...

Xiaoyu can tutor other people's homework now?

The daughter whose teacher's comments every semester at school always read "lively and active, needs to improve concentration"?

The daughter who is always kept behind by the teacher for a "chat" at every parent-teacher conference?

That "good-for-nothing" daughter who had been a headache for him and his wife for over a decade, whom they felt was "a blessing from their ancestors" if she could just get into university in the future.

How long has it been?

This isn't about gaining knowledge; it's like a completely different person!

He subconsciously turned to look at Xiaoyu.

Xiaoyu was standing next to Sheriff George, chatting and laughing with him. Her smile was so bright it was almost blinding.

That smile contained pride, smugness, and a kind of confidence he had never seen on Xiaoyu's face when they were in China...

"Hello... Chief Stacy."

Regardless, the fact that the police chief, who was in charge of the city's police force, appeared before him left Xiaoyu's father feeling flattered and overwhelmed after regaining consciousness.

He quickly stood up, extended his hand, and shook hands with Sheriff George.

"I am Xiaoyu's father, and this is my wife. I really didn't expect you to come in person; Xiaoyu didn't even tell us beforehand..."

When he said this, there was a hint of absentmindedness and resentment in his tone, as if he was blaming Xiaoyu for not giving prior notice, causing them to lose face in front of the important person when they were unprepared.

Sheriff George grasped his hand, shaking his head with a smile. Understanding why the quirky Jade had suddenly begged him for help, he responded.

"Don't say that. Xiaoyu has always been a strong and independent girl. If it weren't for what happened today, which concerns whether she can stay in New York, she probably wouldn't have asked me for help."

As he spoke, he turned to look at Xiaoyu, his eyes filled with the loving kindness of an elder.

"My two sons were so happy when this girl came to my house. Howard's math is terrible, but after Xiaoyu and Riley came a few times, his grades skyrocketed, and he jumped into the top three in his grade. As for Simon, that little brat, all he does is play all day. But every time Xiaoyu and Riley come to visit, they manage to keep him in line and make him sit down and do his homework. I don't know what kind of magic this girl used."

George shook his head with a smile, his tone full of emotion.

"So I often tell my wife in private that if our child were half as sensible as Xiaoyu, we would have less to worry about."

Meanwhile, Xiaoyu knew perfectly well that most of the credit went to Riley, the expert babysitter. Now, having been impostered and praised by Sheriff George, she felt a little embarrassed and quickly chuckled while instinctively hiding behind Riley.

This made Xiaoyu's father's expression even more complicated.

For the first time, the look in his eyes when he looked at Xiaoyu carried an emotion of unfamiliarity.

In his memory, his daughter, whom he thought he knew perfectly well, had become so capable in just six months.

Not only did he get to know a big shot like the police chief, but he was also able to tutor him.

He recalled the headache and helplessness he felt over the years whenever he saw Xiaoyu's report card and worried about her future.

I remember sighing with my wife after each parent-teacher meeting, discussing, "What are we going to do with this child in the future?"

Thinking back to the day he saw her off at the airport, he thought: It would be good for her to go out and see the world. Even if her grades don't improve in the future, at least she can broaden her horizons, gain some prestige as an "international student," and have more options.

But now...

"Director, you're too kind. Xiaoyu... when she's at home, her studies are always..."

Seeing her husband in a daze, momentarily forgetting to respond, Xiaoyu's mother quickly chimed in, but her tone, like her husband's, carried a hint of disbelief. Like most conservative parents, she habitually avoided discussing her child's strengths in front of others, instead focusing on criticizing their weaknesses to demonstrate her "humility" as a parent.

However, she didn't get to finish her sentence.

Because she suddenly realized that she didn't seem to know what to say anymore.

At home, Xiaoyu's schoolwork was indeed not very good.

But what the bureau chief was saying was completely different from the daughter she remembered.

He couldn't possibly be lying to Xiaoyu and deliberately deceiving the couple, could he?

But if that's really the case...

Doesn't that mean that Xiaoyu is far ahead of the couple in making friends?

"Alright, I just came over to say hello and support Xiaoyu."

Even so, the couple still refused to acknowledge Xiaoyu's strengths, and instead subconsciously began to find fault with her, causing George, who always valued his family, to have his affection for the couple plummet.

So much so that Sheriff George, who had initially been able to exchange polite words with the two, raised his wrist as if to check the time, and began to speak to himself, to prevent himself from losing control of his emotions if he continued listening.

He then turned to Xiaoyu, rubbing her head as he continued speaking in front of the couple, half-jokingly and half-seriously, without any attempt to hide his true feelings.

"Also... Xiaoyu, don't worry. If your parents bully you, just call me. I don't know what the laws are like where you are, but here, no one can force you to make a decision you don't like, not even your parents."

Xiaoyu smiled so much that her eyes narrowed.

"I understand! Thank you, Uncle George!"

George smiled and ruffled her hair, then nodded to Xiaoyu.

That look clearly said: It's up to you now.

Then he turned and left.

After witnessing Sheriff George leave, Xiaoyu's father seemed to wake from a dream, slowly sat back in his chair, and looked at Xiaoyu.

He suddenly realized that his daughter was such a stranger...

or……

Was it true that he had never really understood his daughter before?

"Hmph, who was it that just said Riley's friends were fabricated and the data was completely unreliable?"

Just then, Xiaoyu stood next to Riley with her hands on her hips, her tone returning to its usual lively and smugness, and she leaned close to her father and started talking loudly.

Xiaoyu's parents: "..."

Has our daughter ever been so infuriating before? Doesn't she know how to save face for her parents in front of others?

Sure enough, we can't let Xiaoyu stay any longer, or she'll be corrupted sooner or later!