Old residential area.
At Chen Ning's home.
Lin Yu and Chen Ning chatted all the way. Chen Ning had been having a lot of problems at work lately, so she asked Lin Yu for advice.
As it was almost dinnertime, the two were planning to have a meal together when their father, Chen Gang, called. Upon learning that his daughter was with Lin Yu, Chen Gang warmly invited Lin Yu to his home for dinner.
After Chen Ning pleaded with him repeatedly, Lin Yu had no choice but to go home with Chen Ning.
After being discharged from the hospital, Chen Gang had almost fully recovered. After not cooking for many years, he surprisingly cooked for Lin Yu himself.
Sweet and sour pork ribs, braised prawns, sauerkraut and pork belly, stir-fried potatoes, eggplant, and green peppers... Don't underestimate these ordinary Northeastern dishes; they are made to be incredibly authentic, with perfect color, aroma, and taste.
Lin Yu sat at the dining table and said with a smile, "Uncle, your cooking is really good!"
Chen Ning smiled and said, "Look, my dad was a level two chef when he was young. He had a certificate. If it weren't for his poor health, my dad would have been thinking of opening his own restaurant!"
Chen Ning's mother also laughed and said, "You're right, don't be fooled by his reputation as a chef. He never cooks at home, and I've hardly ever eaten his cooking. It's only because you're here that I'm getting to enjoy his cooking!"
These words made Chen Gang's face turn red, and he said irritably, "Back then, I treated being a chef as a job. I was already annoyed enough at work every day, who would want to cook when I got home! But today, it's because Dr. Lin is here!"
After saying that, Chen Gang looked at Lin Yu with a smile, "Dr. Lin, these dishes today are all my specialties. You should try them and give me your feedback so I can see if my skills have declined over the years!"
Lin Yu smiled and nodded, then picked up his chopsticks and took a bite of the rib. His expression immediately froze.
The whole family looked tense.
Chen Ning asked awkwardly, "Brother Lin, what's wrong? Is it not tasty?"
Lin Yu shook his head with a serious expression. "No, it's delicious. I haven't had such authentic sweet and sour pork ribs in a long time. It reminds me of the taste from my childhood!"
He then turned to Chen Gang, gave him a thumbs up, and said, "Uncle, your cooking skills are amazing, just as good as ever! If you want to open a restaurant, I will give you my full support. Your business will definitely be a huge success!"
"Hahaha, look at what you're saying, I'm embarrassed!" Chen Gang's face turned red, and he burst into laughter.
Chen Ning and her son were overjoyed.
Immediately afterward, Chen Gang said, "Oh, right, Chen Ning, go inside and bring me my treasured bottle of old wine. I want to have a good drink with Dr. Lin today!" Chen Gang quickly added.
"Okay, Dad, I'll go get it right away!" Chen Ning replied happily and turned to get the wine.
This meal lasted a full hour.
After dinner, Lin Yu and Chen Gang chatted for a while, and Lin Yu gave Chen Gang a few more acupuncture treatments. Seeing that it was getting late, they got up to say goodbye.
"Brother Lin, let me see you off!" Chen Ning quickly stood up.
The elderly couple wanted to see them off, but Lin Yu stopped them at the door. "Uncle and Aunt, please stay. Chen Ning can see me off!"
"How can that be!" Chen Gang regarded Lin Yu as a great benefactor to his family. Besides, Lin Yu was a high-ranking leader. It was already an honor for him to come to his house for dinner, so he naturally dared not neglect him.
However, Chen Ning's mother was very perceptive and immediately pulled him back, saying with a smile, "Alright, you two young people must still have something to say, so we won't bother you by joining in!"
Chen Ning blushed slightly. "Mom, what are you saying? I was just chatting with Brother Lin about work!"
Chen Ning's mother chuckled and said, "I didn't say anything, did I? Alright, it's getting late, let Mr. Lin go home early!"
Watching the two young people go downstairs, the elderly couple shook their heads simultaneously.
Chen Gang sighed, "What a fine young man! He's such a high-ranking leader, yet he has no airs at all!"
Chen Ning's mother wholeheartedly agreed and nodded, "If I could have a son-in-law like that, I'd be laughing in my sleep!"
Chen Gang glanced at her and said, "Come on, what are you thinking? What kind of background does he have? Of course he'll want a match of equal social standing. How can ordinary people like us compare to Yao Ming? Don't even think about it!"
"So what!" Chen Ning's mother said with a dismissive expression. "My daughter is excellent too. She graduated from Peking University and was the top scholar that year! In the past, the top scholar could marry a princess, so why can't our daughter marry a nobleman?"
Chen Gang shook his head and sighed, "What era are we living in? You're comparing us to people from ancient times? People these days are so realistic!"
Chen Ning's mother pursed her lips, "Anyway, let's not interfere in this matter. Let the two young people develop on their own. If they really get together, I, as their mother, will naturally give my full support!"
Chen Gang gave a wry smile, thinking that this silly woman was far too naive. It was practically like she was daydreaming.
Meanwhile, Chen Ning had already escorted Lin Yu to the entrance of the residential area.
As they approached the door, the two slowly stopped.
Chen Ning looked preoccupied, seemingly still worried about Dr. Qin's situation.
Lin Yu comforted him, "Don't worry, have faith in the law, and believe that justice will prevail!"
Chen Ning pursed his lips. "It's not that I don't believe in fairness, but in my time in officialdom, I've witnessed too much disappointment. If all officials in the world could be as selfless as you, that would be wonderful!"
Lin Yu shook his head. "In this world, there is black and white. It's undeniable that some people are indeed outrageous, but there are also good officials like Mayor Zhang. So don't be too pessimistic!"
Chen Ning still pursed her lips, "I was too naive before. Now I'm gradually understanding the complexity of this world! I used to think the world was all white!"
Lin Yu smiled and said, "The world was originally white. Most bad people were good people at first. It's just that some people are forced to slide into the mud. However, I believe you won't!"
Chen Ning was slightly taken aback, and blushed as she asked, "Why?"
Lin Yu said calmly, "Because you are a lotus, rising from the mud unsullied, cleansed by the clear ripples without being seductive!"
Chen Ning's face flushed even more, feeling a little hot. She pursed her red lips and nodded emphatically, "Brother Lin, don't worry, I won't let you down!"
Just as Lin Yu and Chen Ning were breaking up and saying goodbye.
Cao Wei took the contract and left the Zhang family satisfied.
As soon as I arrived downstairs, I saw Zhang Dong driving an old Audi slowly into the residential area.
Seeing his brother-in-law leave, Zhang Dong slowly stopped the car, rolled down the window, and asked, "What are you doing here?"
Cao Wei felt a little guilty and chuckled, "Brother-in-law, you're back? It's nothing, I just came to chat with my sister for a bit!"
"Um, I have something to do, I'll be going now!"
After Cao Wei finished speaking, he quickly walked to the Porsche parked nearby.
Zhang Dong stared blankly for a moment as the Porsche drove away.
When did this kid upgrade his gear? He can't even afford a house, yet he bought a Porsche?
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