There was a state-owned restaurant next to the cinema, not far from the Women's Federation. After a short bike ride, the two arrived at their destination.

From the outside, this state-owned restaurant looks no different from the ones near the department store. The sign and appearance are all as plain and simple as those of this era.

It wasn't until I walked in that I realized there was a big difference inside.

There are differences in furnishings, layout, tables and chairs, etc., and the biggest difference is the area.

This state-owned restaurant is more than twice as big as the one near the department store!

What? Are you looking down on my department store? Build me a hotel three times bigger than this!

When the two arrived at the state-owned restaurant, it was dinner time and the restaurant was packed with people, with every seat taken.

Jian Shu glanced around the entrance and noticed something: most of the people sitting in the restaurant were well-dressed young men and women, and most of the tables were occupied by one man and one woman.

When watching them talking, there is an indescribable ambiguity in a smile or a look, and you can understand their relationship in an instant.

Thinking of the cinema next door, Jianshu suddenly realized that it was no wonder that this restaurant was so big and there were so many people inside.

It turns out it’s because of the good location!

Yes, there is a lack of entertainment nowadays, and young couples don’t have many places to go on dates, and movie theaters are the first choice.

If you are in a relationship and don't take your partner to the cinema, you will inevitably be known as stingy. If you do it any later, you may even lose your partner.

Since we're already watching a movie, isn't it normal to have a meal afterward? It's just right next to us, so we don't have to go too far.

In later times, the location of this state-owned hotel would definitely be considered a prime location.

"Shushu, we have to wait a little longer." Gu Mingjing knew there were no seats left after a quick glance, so he spoke to Jianshu.

"It's okay, just wait. There's nothing we can do about it." Jian Shu said.

This was her first time waiting for a table in this era.

In the past, every time she went to a state-owned restaurant, she would either arrive early or postpone it, and she never rushed to the restaurant. Anyway, with Zheng Hong there, she didn't worry about not having any food if she arrived too late.

While waiting for a table today, to be honest, she still felt a little fresh and a little nostalgic.

"Are you hungry? If you are, I have some melon seeds and soybeans here. Would you like to eat some to fill your stomach?" Gu Mingjing took out two things wrapped in oil paper from his pocket.

"Sunflower seeds? Soybeans?" Jian Shu was a little surprised. "Where did they come from?"

"I got it from my friend and planned to give it to you as a snack while you watch the movie." Gu Mingjing replied.

"Friend? The one who is the heir of the imperial chef?" Jian Shu guessed.

Gu Mingjing nodded. "Yes, Lao Tan gave it to me. He said these are the best to eat while watching a movie."

Otherwise, how could Gu Mingjing, who had been single for many years, know this? It was only because Old Tan was married that he had rich experience.

Jianshu's eyes lit up, and he took a fried soybean and tasted it. It was slightly salty, crispy and delicious.

After eating one Jianshu, I couldn’t help but take another one. The more I chewed the fried soybeans, the more delicious they became. I couldn’t stop eating them.

I tried the melon seeds again, they were spiced and also very delicious.

It is worthy of being produced by a chef. The simple melon seeds and soybeans are made so delicious that people can’t stop eating them.

Seeing Jianshu eating happily, Gu Mingjing looked at her with a smile. If Jianshu looked up, she could see the deep doting in his eyes.

One after another, Jianshu simply couldn't stop eating.

Fortunately, Gu Mingjing brought a lot, otherwise Jianshu might have eaten all the melon seeds and soybeans before we even entered the cinema.

Gu Mingjing saw Jianshu eating with gusto and hesitated whether to interrupt her.

It’s time to eat dinner soon. If I eat too many melon seeds and soybeans, I won’t be able to eat later.

But seeing how much Jianshu liked it, he felt a little reluctant.

Forget it, never mind, Shushu can’t eat anymore.

Just when Gu Mingjing gritted his teeth and was about to interrupt, there was an empty seat inside.

Looking at the people coming out, Gu Mingjing's eyes lit up, "Shushu, there's a seat, come in quickly."

After saying that, he repacked the melon seeds and soybeans and put them in his pocket.

The hand reaching out for the soybeans touched an obstacle. Jian Shu frowned and looked up at Gu Mingjing.

After hearing what he said, I turned my attention to the interior of the restaurant, glanced around, and sure enough, I saw an empty seat in the corner.

So he withdrew his hand, nodded, and said, "Let's go, don't let anyone rob you."

Not everyone is willing to queue. There are always people of low quality at every time and in every place.

When he approached and found that the table had been cleared, Jianshu couldn't help but give a thumbs up to the waiter.

It seems that the waiters in this state-owned restaurant are quite responsible in their work.

After leading Jianshu to an empty seat, Gu Mingjing said, "Shushu, sit here. I'll go order the food."

Jian Shu nodded casually and agreed, "Go ahead."

"What do you want to eat?"

Jianshu looked at the menu on the blackboard in the distance. There were so many dishes, and she liked every one of them, so she had no way of choosing.

Jian Shu, who had difficulty making choices, stared at it for a while, then looked at Gu Mingjing and said, "I don't know what to eat either. Just order whatever you want. I'm fine with anything."

If it were someone else, hearing the word "whatever", they would probably be in tears.

Gu Mingjing, who didn't understand the power of "whatever", nodded obediently and walked towards the ordering window.

Jianshu picked up the cup on the table and poured himself a glass of boiled water. He had just eaten too many sunflower seeds and soybeans, and his mouth was a little dry.

One cup was not enough, so I ordered a second cup.

By the time she put down her teacup, Gu Mingjing, who had taken the order, had returned.

"I ordered sweet and sour pork, braised spare ribs, moo shu pork and a three-fresh soup. Is it enough? Do I need anything else?" Gu Mingjing asked as he sat down opposite Jianshu.

Jianshu: “…”

Is it enough? Does he treat her like a pig? Three dishes and one soup aren't enough?

"How about adding some crispy duck? I think the food at the table next to us is pretty good." Seeing that Jianshu didn't respond, Gu Mingjing made a suggestion.

After saying that, I was really ready to get up and order another crispy duck.

"Enough, enough. We may not be able to finish the few dishes we have now. It will be a waste if we can't finish them." Jian Shu hurriedly grabbed his clothes, fearing that he would really add another dish.

Gu Mingjing was forced to sit on the chair by Jianshu and obeyed her advice.

"Don't worry, these dishes will definitely not be wasted. You can eat as much as you want, and the leftovers are mine." Gu Mingjing comforted him.

In this day and age, there are many people who don’t have enough to eat, so how could he possibly waste food?

Jianshu now thought of Gu Mingjing's appetite at noon. He basically ate up all the dishes on the table, and he still didn't seem full. His appetite was really big.

Only then did she feel relieved.

These days, wasting food is akin to divine punishment. Putting aside the looks of others, she couldn't get over the hurdle in her own heart.