After settling Su Tang in, He Shumin hurriedly picked up the phone and dialed a number.
"Hey? Old Qin? I have some great news for you! Our future daughter-in-law has arrived! Yes! It's Tangtang! You'd better get off your lousy chessboard and come home for dinner!"
Qin Zhenbang, on the other end of the phone, is a retired commander of the Rongcheng Military Region who now lives a semi-secluded retirement life in the military compound.
Hearing He Shumin's loud exclamation, she was probably startled.
Su Tang smiled as she listened to He Shumin's strong voice.
This Aunt He is truly a woman of great character.
While He Shumin was on the phone, Su Tang excused herself to go to the restroom.
She slipped into the space without making a sound.
With a thought, he took out a box of exquisite pastries and desserts that he had cooked with a single click using the space.
Since it happened so suddenly, consider these things a small gift.
After doing all this, she casually came out of the restroom and quietly put the pastries into the inconspicuous canvas bag she had brought with her.
After finishing her phone call, He Shumin took Su Tang's hand and started chatting about everyday things.
"Tangtang, you silly child, why did you suddenly come all the way to Tibet by yourself? Didn't you tell your aunt beforehand? Did something happen at home?"
He Shumin's eyes were filled with concern.
After a moment of silence, Su Tang recounted the recent situation of the Su family and the passing of her father, Su Henian.
She briefly recounted how Jiang Sushuang and Su Dongcheng schemed against her and plotted to seize her family fortune.
Of course, she only said that her uncle, Lin Wenbo, was discerning and upheld justice for the Su family.
He Shumin's eyebrows shot up in anger, and she slapped her thigh repeatedly.
"Outrageous! Absolutely outrageous! Jiang Sushuang and Su Dongcheng are nothing but heartless beasts!"
"Poor Wanyi, how did she end up with so many terrible things!"
She looked at Su Tang, her eyes filled with pity and anger.
"Good child, you've suffered! From now on, with your aunt here, no one will dare to bully you again! The Qin family is your home!"
He Shumin held Su Tang's hand tightly, her tone firm.
She had already made up her mind to treat this child who had suffered so much injustice well.
Not long after, footsteps could be heard outside the courtyard gate.
A tall, white-haired but vigorous old man walked in.
He was wearing a faded old military uniform with no rank insignia on his shoulders, but his imposing presence commanded respect.
This is Qin Ye's father, Qin Zhenbang.
As soon as Qin Zhenbang entered the room, his gaze fell on Su Tang.
Su Tang met his gaze calmly and gave a slight bow: "Hello, Uncle Qin."
Qin Zhenbang hummed in response, his voice steady.
"You are Su Tang, the daughter of Su Henian and Lin Wanyi?"
"Yes, Uncle Qin."
Qin Zhenbang nodded, his first impression of Su Tang was not bad.
The girl had delicate features and a calm demeanor. Facing this old man, she neither showed any timidity nor excessive enthusiasm.
She is calm and composed, and has a touch of the charm of Lin Wanyi back in the day.
However, Qin Zhenbang still harbored some reservations about her identity as a "capitalist's daughter".
Given the special circumstances of that era, the issue of ingredients had to be taken seriously.
His words unconsciously carried a hint of scrutiny.
"What's the situation in Shanghai right now?"
"My family suffered a misfortune, but thanks to the care and concern of my uncle and the organization, everything has been resolved," Su Tang replied flawlessly.
Just then, Su Tang took out a box of pastries from her canvas bag.
"Uncle Qin, Aunt He, this is a local specialty I brought from Shanghai. It's just a small token of my appreciation, but please have a taste."
She handed over the pastries.
He Shumin was immediately captivated by the pastries:
"Oh my, these pastries are so pretty! They look delicious."
She picked one up.
"Wow, this is delicious!" He Shumin exclaimed in delight.
Immediately, his usually serious face...
A refreshing and sweet taste spread in my mouth.
"These pastries... are good!" Qin Zhenbang exclaimed.
After tasting the food, the couple praised Su Tang's thoughtfulness and the ordinary local specialties.
Qin Zhenbang's gaze softened as he looked at Su Tang.
This girl is clever and perceptive; she's not the spoiled, ill-mannered type.
During dinner preparation, He Shumin cooked herself.
She was quick and efficient, clearly someone who was used to doing housework.
Su Tang offered to help, but He Shumin pushed her away.
"You're a distinguished guest. How can a guest come to the kitchen? Come out and sit down and have some snacks. Your aunt will be done soon. You're such a lovely girl."
Dinner was ready quickly.
Four dishes and a soup, though simple, are delicious and visually appealing.
There was braised yak meat, stir-fried cabbage with vinegar, stir-fried shredded potatoes, and a mushroom soup.
Xiao Fang, the guard who came along to freeload, had his stomach rumbling from the aroma of the food.
During the meal, He Shumin kept putting food on Su Tang's plate.
"Tangtang, eat more, you're so thin!"
"Your aunt's stir-fried cabbage with vinegar is absolutely delicious! Try it!" Qin Zhenbang put a piece of his chopsticks on Su Tang's plate.
He Shumin proudly raised her chin: "That's right! Don't you even know who did it?"
Xiao Fang buried his head in his rice, occasionally chiming in with, "Delicious! So delicious! It's even better than what our cafeteria chef makes!"
For a moment, the atmosphere at the dinner table was lively and harmonious.
Just then, the door creaked open.
A tall, imposing figure, exuding a chilling aura, walked in from outside.
The man was dressed in a crisp military uniform with two bars and three stars on his shoulder insignia, the rank of regimental commander.
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