The fish was incredibly fresh, and the cold-dressed wild vegetables were light, refreshing, and incredibly delicious.

"Dad, isn't it delicious! I've been wanting this delicious food for you." Wang Jinhui flattered his father.

Qiu Hai rolled his eyes at Wang Jinhui. "Why waste time talking when this is so delicious? There are so many people at the table! Hurry up and eat!" He used his chopsticks to pile fish pieces onto his father's plate.

Captain Fan was Wei Aiguo's superior, and Qiu Hai didn't forget to put some fish on his plate. The cornbread on the side of the pot, soaked in the broth, was especially delicious. Song Yan gave them a few. He quickly distributed the cornbread to his own men…

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Even with such delicious food, Deputy Regiment Commander Xing couldn't taste anything. His own stupid woman—everyone went to apologize together, and she actually ran away. She even wants to go with him to the commander to tell him that she didn't look at the man…that they were lying…

At that moment, Deputy Regiment Commander Xing slapped her twice. He told her to either apologize or get a divorce and go back to her hometown.

Of the four children who came to the military camp for training, one was the son of Division Commander Qiu, another was the son of Deputy Army Commander Wang, and the other two? They had such a good relationship with Wei Aiguo…

The family said this fish was a filial offering from the son to his father. Others were a little hesitant to eat too much, so they just took a small taste, but they couldn't resist having a few more bites. Besides fish, there were also wild vegetables, which were delicious too! Wild vegetables aren't anything rare, so eating more won't hurt.

Old Xing watched Commander He eating with relish and felt a pang of resentment. Couldn't he have given him a heads-up?

Suddenly, Lao Xing stopped. Lao He had warned him when Wang Cuixiang snatched the lunchbox. He had listened to Wang Cuixiang…

Commander Qiu said there were spots available for training abroad this year. Those who returned from training would be promoted. Having served as deputy regimental commander for so many years, I originally had a chance. Now it seems hopeless. If I don't get promoted, I'm afraid I won't be far from being demobilized…

Deputy Commander Wang and Division Commander Qiu were overjoyed. Although the food was exceptionally delicious, it was far less important than their sons' thoughtfulness.

Seeing his two fathers happy, Qiu Hai told them about inviting them to the Wei family's for dinner that evening. He quickly added that he had brought the noodles and meat himself, although two jin of meat was a little short. But with Sister Song's cooking skills, the dumplings would definitely be delicious.

Commander Qiu was grateful to Song Yan and would definitely support her. A meal at her house would be more effective than any words. He told his bodyguard, "Go and see if what we brought is enough. If not, find a way to buy some more. Don't take advantage of her."

The guard was delighted. "Don't worry! Commander, I guarantee I'll complete the mission." Of course he was happy! Qiu Hai hadn't forgotten him, serving him fish and wild vegetables. It was truly delicious! He could even join in for a meal that evening.

"You should go and take a look too!" Deputy Commander Wang said to his bodyguard.

Deputy Commander Wang's bodyguard happily agreed. He could still taste the delicious flavor of the fish in his mouth.

Qiu Hai said that his father and Wang Jinhui's father both came to eat that night.

The guard brought over about two pounds of meat; that was all the meat they had. They also brought some noodles.

Xu Liangsheng and Fang Shengjie were also tempted. Could their fathers come over for a free meal?

When they brought it up, Song Yan had no objections.

Wei Aiguo was unhappy. With so many people eating, how much trouble would his wife have to endure?

Song Yan knew the purpose of Director Qiao's visit, so after the meal, Song Yan examined his pulse and prescribed a medicine. Director Qiao brought his own prescription and carbon paper.

This is a form of respect.

Commander Qiu and his men weren't leaving, and Director Qiao also wanted to stay for dinner. He felt embarrassed, having already eaten two meals at their place. Normally, he would eat at the army canteen.

Regarding Song Yan's medical treatment for him, his wife said before her business trip that she would bring Song Yan a gift when she returned. Today, Director Qiao brought some fruit…

Since Song Yan didn't have a place to rest, she let Wei Aiguo and Director Qiao go out for a stroll. A few young men accompanied them.

With everyone gone, Song Yan's space became busy.

There's probably about four pounds of meat in total. Four leaders, four young men, and bodyguards, plus Director Qiao… only one person can get a lot of meat! Given the current standard of living, even dumplings with some meat, especially made of white flour, are considered quite good. But Song Yan thinks either don't invite them at all, or if you do, prepare something better.

There's a patch of chives in the yard, let's make another one with egg and chive filling. But it would taste even better if half of the chives were mixed in with the ones from the space.

Commander He knew the leaders were going to have dinner at Wei Aiguo's house. Didn't he understand what was going on? Old Xing, who never disciplined his wife, was practically asking for trouble. He'd spent ages apologizing to Captain Fan; if Wei Aiguo moved out, he'd be mortified!

He wanted his wife to help him.

When Sister He arrived at Song Yan's house, there were several bamboo baskets on Song Yan's bed, with dumplings neatly arranged on them.

"Sister-in-law, you're really efficient at your work," said Sister-in-law He.

Song Yan: Of course! I have space to help!

Neighbors Sister Song and Sister Tian both came to help…

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Arriving in the evening would prevent the group members from being so tactless as to join in the fun.

Old He ate the fish. It wasn't as good as the fish he had at noon, but it was still fresh enough. The key was that he could eat as much as he wanted.

"...The cooked dumplings need a place to go. We went to the cafeteria and borrowed a basin, bowls, chopsticks, and a table. Song Yan's family definitely doesn't have enough soy sauce and vinegar. I took ours."

We came back after helping with the chores. Song Yan is very efficient; she can cook dumplings by herself.

Regiment Commander He picked up a piece of fish. His wife was so easy to manage; the rumors originated in their regiment, yet he hadn't been affected. "When Xiao Wei came, Division Commander Zhao came along. I knew to be polite; no problem. Do you know who else is coming tonight? That kid surnamed Xu is Chief of Staff Xu's son. That guy surnamed Fang is Deputy Division Commander Fang's son. Their fathers are both coming tonight."

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