Chapter 97 Favor
Pei Song pushed open the door of the dance studio, and in the empty room only the sunlight was quietly shining on the floor.
He took out his phone and found that the "Annual Party Dance·Men's Group Mudslide" group had already started chatting:
Jin Shuning: Dance practice will be postponed for half an hour and will start at 1 o'clock. Let's eat first.
Wang Kaizhi from the Marketing Department: No need to postpone, we have almost finished eating, we can make it by 12:30.
Li Qi from the Technical Department: +1, I’m almost done eating too.
Zhang Zijia from the Human Resources Department: I’m OK here too. I’ll go to the dance studio right away.
Jin Shuning said nothing, just responded with a sly smile.
Pei Song was about to reply when Shi Yanchen sent a message: "Let's go eat first."
He laughed, turned and walked downstairs to the cafeteria. As soon as he entered the door, he heard a familiar voice.
Lin Lin waved at him: "Manager Pei! Come over here!"
"The new chef's dishes are especially delicious," Hao Yan said with a smile.
Lin Lin took over the conversation: "Today's twice-cooked pork is very delicious."
Pei Song walked over with the plate in hand: "So many people recommend it, I have to try it."
"Manager Pei, what would you like to eat today?" the cafeteria auntie asked enthusiastically, looking at the handsome and gentle young man in front of her with love in her eyes.
"Twice-cooked pork, thank you, Auntie." Pei Song pointed to the dish in front of him.
Auntie deftly scooped a large spoonful of it into his plate.
"Can I have some of that steamed prawns?" Pei Song pointed to the stall.
"Sure, sure." Auntie smiled and picked up five big shrimps for him, each of them was the biggest one.
"Oh my," Hao Yan exclaimed, "This is limited-edition seafood. When I asked for it just now, the auntie counted them and gave them to me, saying that each person could only get three."
"That's right," Lin Lin joked with a smile, "When I was waiting in line for food, the auntie was counting on her fingers. Now she's serving food to Manager Pei. She's very generous."
"Oh, it's almost time to close the stall. If you don't eat it now, it will be thrown away." The cafeteria auntie said cheerfully, "Eat more. Manager Pei's chin is already pointed."
Pei Song smiled shyly: "Thank you, Auntie."
"Don't just chat," Lin Lin urged, "there are people waiting in line behind you."
Pei Song then realized that there was a long line behind him, and hurried forward with his plate.
I could only hear my colleagues behind me laughing and talking: "It seems that the saying 'appearance is justice' also works in the cafeteria."
Pei Song quickly finished his meal and went to the dance studio, where Lin Yuwei was also.
"Everyone is waiting for you." Lin Yuwei said with a smile, "We have been practicing extra every day at noon during this period."
Pei Song felt a little sorry: "I've kept you waiting for a long time."
"It's okay, it's okay." Jin Shuning said, "Let's warm up first."
As the music started, Pei Song stretched his muscles with everyone else.
He hadn't practiced for a long time and his body felt a little stiff, but the familiar rhythm helped him gradually regain his feeling.
"Come, let's go over the opening again." The dance teacher stood next to Pei Song, "This transition at the beginning is very important. Everyone should follow the rhythm of Manager Pei."
The music started and he slowly regained his form following the rhythm.
As the C position, he needs to control the changes in the entire formation, and the players behind him are waiting for his signal.
There were a few slow connections, but with everyone's cooperation, I finally jumped down completely.
"Not bad," the dance teacher nodded, "but you need to be more clear when changing formations. You are the one leading the way, so the range of motion should be larger so that the people behind you can keep up."
"It's great that we can connect so well after such a long break," Jin Shuning said, "Take your time. There's still time to practice."
They repeated it several times, and each time Pei Song tried to find the right rhythm to make the formation behind him change more smoothly.
Two hours later, he was already feeling exhausted.
"Let's stop here for today," the dance teacher noticed his fatigue, "We'll continue tomorrow."
Jin Shuning handed over a bottle of water and whispered, "Mr. Shi specifically told you not to practice for too long."
Pei Song took the water and took a sip. His heart felt as if it was gently moistened by a clear spring. The refreshing taste spread in his heart, with a hint of sweetness.
Six o'clock in the evening, Longmen Restaurant.
Pei Song and Shi Yanchen arrived at the box on time. Dr. Li and his wife were already waiting there. As soon as Xiao Miao saw Pei Song, he jumped up immediately.
"Brother!" Xiao Miao rushed over excitedly.
"Xiao Miao," Mrs. Li quickly pulled him back, "Brother has just recovered from his illness, don't make too much noise."
"It's okay," Pei Song smiled and squatted down, "I'm fully recovered."
"Come on, come on, take a seat first." Doctor Li said, "I have ordered a few of the restaurant's signature dishes."
"The chef in this restaurant is very good at cooking Cantonese cuisine," Dr. Li poured tea for Pei Song and Shi Yanchen, "especially this lion's head, the heat is just right."
Pei Song smiled and said, "No wonder Xiao Miao said the food here is delicious."
"Brother," Xiao Miao suddenly asked, "Was it very cold on the snowy mountain that day? I've seen a documentary about Antarctica, and the penguins there hugged each other for warmth."
This innocent question instantly froze the atmosphere at the table.
Shi Yanchen's fingers tightened slightly, and Mrs. Li quickly said, "Xiao Miao, we agreed not to ask these questions."
"It's OK," Pei Song said gently. "It was indeed very cold that day, but a brave rescue dog found me. Now it has been retired and I adopted it home."
"Really?" Xiao Miao's eyes lit up, "Can I go see it?"
"Of course," Pei Song said, "It's called MAX, very handsome and smart."
"That's great!" Xiao Miao said happily, "I like dogs the most. My dad said he would give me one when I grow up."
"You have to do your homework first," Dr. Li said, "otherwise you won't have time to take care of your dog."
"I know," Xiao Miao replied reluctantly, and then turned to Pei Song, "Brother, will your MAX miss his previous trainer?"
"I do think about it," Pei Song said, "but it also likes its current life very much. It takes me to the park for a walk every morning and has made some new friends."
"Will it be afraid when sleeping at night?" Xiao Miao continued to ask.
Shi Yanchen was listening nearby and couldn't help but interrupt: "It's really brave. It occupies the largest doghouse every day and patrols around before going to bed at night."
"Really?" Xiao Miao said admiringly, "It must be very brave."
"Yes," Pei Song said with a smile, "it used to be an excellent search and rescue dog and saved many people."
"Brother, can I touch MAX?" Xiao Miao blinked her big eyes. "I will be very gentle."
"Of course," Pei Song said, "You and your parents can come to our house someday. MAX will be very happy to see you."
"Great!" Xiao Miao said excitedly, "Dad, when are we going?"
"Wait until your final exams are over," Dr. Li said. "Now you should focus on studying."
"Okay," Xiao Miao was a little disappointed, but soon cheered up, "Then I will definitely do well in the exam!"
"By the way," Doctor Li looked at Pei Song, "How is your health recovering recently? Are you feeling any discomfort?"
"I'm completely fine now," Pei Song said. "I even went to the company to practice dancing today."
"Dancing?" Doctor Li frowned. "Nowadays, the amount of exercise should be moderate."
Shi Yanchen said: "I have asked him to practice only two hours a day, and he has a professional teacher to guide him."
"That's good," Dr. Li nodded, "but you still have to be careful and tell me if you feel any discomfort."
"I understand," Pei Song said, "Now that MAX is here, it monitors my daily routine and is more punctual than an alarm clock."
"It sounds like MAX is not only a rescue dog, but also a housekeeper," Dr. Li said with a smile, "This is a great help to us."
Seeing Pei Song's energetic appearance, Dr. Li and his wife smiled at each other and raised their glasses.
"Mr. Pei, today we have to toast you with this glass of wine," Dr. Li said sincerely, "If you hadn't acted decisively to save Xiao Miao..."
Before he finished speaking, his eyes were already red.
Mrs. Li gently wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes and cast a grateful look towards Pei Song.
Pei Song was about to pick up the wine glass, but Doctor Li waved his hand and said, "You are still recovering, so you can't drink alcohol. Just drink some beverages."
"Let me drink this glass of wine for him." Shi Yanchen raised his glass gracefully, "Doctor Li saved Pei Song. I will always remember this kindness in my heart."