Since the second season of parenting reality show, Dad, Where Are We Going? , started airing in mid-June, Francis Ng (吳鎮宇) and his five-year-old son Feynman Ng received much attention from viewers. The pair’s popularity soared as Francis earned continuous praise for his intense parenting method, which proved to be very different from other fathers.
Hoping his son will learn to become independent by facing challenges, Francis often appeared aggressive and strict. Thus, media tabloids referred to his parenting method as military-style. Throughout the show, Francis’ scolding over little matters often made Feynman cry. Compared to the four other fathers in the show, Francis’ parenting style stood out in contrast. Despite his strict attitude, viewers could see that Francis is a caring father who instructs his son well.
In the second episode of the show, participants had to play soccer in a deep field of mud. Feynman ended up covered in mud and started crying when Francis forcefully tore off his shirts at once rather than layer by layer. Another time, Feynman dropped his cup while brushing his teeth. He was scared to get near his father, since Francis was angrily scolding him. However, Francis later felt he was too harsh and changed his attitude. He hugged his son, told him he loved him, and gave an apology.
Francis did not mind that the media labeled his teaching method as military-style. He exclaimed, “No problem! This is how you teach children!” In response to all the comments praising him for being a great father, Francis expressed that Feynman’s school provided good education. When reporters added he was also part of the teachings, he replied humbly, “If you guys think so!”