No one knew where Zhao Sumei went when she left. She didn't come back until dark, but everyone was busy with their own things and didn't attract anyone's attention.
Since Xu Miaomiao has decided to attend Kang Xuede's farewell party, she definitely cannot go empty-handed.
She searched through her things for a long time and found a pen she had bought before, which she had bought when she was in high school and had never used.
Kang Xuede is a well-mannered man who likes to read books and bags. He also writes articles and submits them when he has nothing to do. This gift is quite appropriate for him.
On the day of the dinner, she also went there early because there were many people and a lot of things to prepare, so she went early to help.
Because very few of those who came to the countryside could return to the city, although they envied Kang Xuede for being able to return to the city, they were also genuinely happy for him.
Originally, Kang Xuede said he would treat everyone to this meal, but all the people in the Youth League Home were well taken care of by him.
So they discussed it and decided to hold this farewell party together. Xu Miaomiao had no objection and also participated.
Several male educated youth went to the mountains to set traps. They caught two rabbits and picked some mushrooms.
Lin Fang and Feng Qingqing bought two pounds of pork belly, Li Ermei took a few pounds of vegetables, and Bai Lili shared the melon seeds sent from home.
Xu Miaomiao thought that the fish in her space had become a little too numerous after this period of time, so she simply took a fish.
What surprised her most was Zhao Sumei, who actually volunteered to prepare the drinks.
You know, alcohol is quite expensive nowadays. I didn't expect that she would be willing to spend money on it.
When Xu Miaomiao arrived, a group of people were gathered in the kitchen discussing something. They were all going to show off their best skills and cook a dish each tonight.
Xu Miaomiao handed the prepared gift to Kang Xuede. After he opened it, his eyes lit up and he seemed to like it very much, but after hesitating for a moment, he pushed the box back.
"This pen looks quite expensive. I can't accept such an expensive item from you."
Xu Miaomiao smiled and said, "I didn't buy this pen recently. It was given to me by someone when I was in high school."
"But you see, I'm not much of a student, so I've never used it much. It just so happens that you like writing and drawing, so it's a perfect gift for you."
Without waiting for his refusal, she continued, "Look, I've been here for so long, when have I ever touched a pen? It would be a shame to keep you here with me."
Xu Miaomiao's words were well-reasoned, and Kang Xuede really liked the pen, so he nodded and accepted it.
"Then I'll accept it. Thank you. I like this gift very much."
Lin Fang looked up in the kitchen and saw Xu Miaomiao. She called out, "Miaomiao, come here quickly!"
As soon as Xu Miaomiao entered, she couldn't wait to say, "Let me tell you, Miaomiao's cooking skills are amazing. You're in for a treat today."
Sun Xin asked curiously, "Really? Xu Zhiqing can cook?"
Xu Miaomiao immediately said modestly, "It's just average. Don't listen to her nonsense."
Lin Fang was not happy to hear this, "Don't be so modest, if you don't believe me, ask Feng Qingqing, she has eaten it too."
Everyone in the room looked at Feng Qingqing and waited for her answer. Feng Qingqing nodded without hesitation. Now everyone was waiting to see her show off her skills.
Xu Miaomiao had no choice but to agree and cook two delicious dishes tonight. One of them was the fish she brought herself. She planned to make pickled fish, which could remove the fishy smell and was sour and appetizing.
Then there is the rabbit they prepared, cut into small pieces and made into a spicy rabbit dish to stimulate the taste buds.
An expert can tell whether the food is good or not just by tasting it. Before Xu Miaomiao’s dishes were even served, they could already smell the fragrant aroma.
Everyone stretched their necks waiting, except Xu Aihong, who looked puzzled. She clearly remembered that Xu Miaomiao couldn't cook.
Not to mention cooking, she never even goes into the kitchen when she is at home. How come she suddenly has such skills?
After everyone sat down, Kang Xuede was asked to speak a few words. Kang Xuede was not nervous and immediately stood up with his glass of wine.
"I've been here for so many years. Although life has been a bit hard, it's fate that I've met so many of you friends."
"Although I'm leaving and it will be difficult for us to meet in the future, I will write to you."
"Hold on, you'll be able to go back one day sooner or later."
Some of those present had tears in their eyes, not knowing whether it was because they were reluctant to see him go, or because his words reminded them of home, to which they didn't know when they would be able to return.
Seeing that the atmosphere at the table was a bit depressing, Sun Xin quickly stood up with his wine glass to save the situation.
He clinked glasses with Kang Xuede with a smile and said, "Brother Kang, we are all happy for you to be able to go back. You have taken good care of us young people over the years."
"If it weren't for you, we wouldn't know how much trouble we would have gotten into. Come, let's toast to you together!"
As he spoke, everyone stood up and had a drink together. He picked out a few interesting things that happened in the past few years and the atmosphere at the table became lively again.
Xu Miaomiao's dishes received unanimous praise from everyone, and the two plates were finished in a short while.
At this time, Zhao Sumei suddenly stood up. There were three people between her and Xu Miaomiao.
She came to Xu Miaomiao with a bottle of wine. Everyone at the table became alert. After all, the two of them had fought more than once, and Zhao Sumei was the only one who got beaten.
They were afraid that Zhao Sumei was drunk and was going to cause trouble for Xu Miaomiao, so everyone at the table was watching her actions closely, ready to pull someone out at any time.
They never expected that Zhao Sumei's next move would surprise them.
Zhao Sumei smiled and filled Xu Miaomiao's glass with wine, saying.
"When I first arrived, I was ignorant and spoke rudely on the train. I apologize to you now. Let's have a drink!"
After hearing this, some people at the table were puzzled. How could he change so quickly? He was still saying bad things about Xu Miaomiao just two days ago, but he apologized today?
Some people also felt relieved, thinking that Zhao Sumei had finally changed his character and realized his shortcomings.
But Xu Miaomiao would never believe her nonsense. She had known Zhao Sumei for decades in her past life and this life. How could she not know what kind of person she was?
He suddenly gave in today. I'm afraid he is just paying a New Year's visit to the chicken with ulterior motives.
But she also wanted to see what other tricks Zhao Sumei had, so she calmly took the wine glass from her hand.
"We are all revolutionary comrades. There's no need to apologize or not. We should just get along well from now on."
Who doesn’t know how to act?
Xu Miaomiao held the wine glass to her lips with her right hand, stretched out her left hand to block it, and used the movement of her left hand to quickly pour the wine into the space.
After Xu Miaomiao finished pouring the wine, she turned the glass in her hand upside down to indicate that she had finished drinking it, while paying attention to Zhao Sumei's expression.
Sure enough, seeing the smug smile on her face, I decided to see what she was up to.
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