“We didn’t buy any vegetables. This table is mostly seafood, which my wife brought back from the beach. We only bought a pound of meat, so it’s not much of a expense.”
Zhao Qingzhuo was taken aback when he saw the table, then smiled and pointed to the dishes on the table.
He hadn't expected his wife to cook so many dishes for him, and his pride was palpable.
The others laughed at his smug look.
Chief of Staff He Jun even said, "It's all over the family compound that everyone's saying that Comrade Xiao Yuan can cook. I was right to come here today, even though I was shameless."
As he spoke, he sniffed hard. Luckily, he remembered his wife's words and came today, otherwise he would have missed this feast.
"That's right, I've heard about it too, but I only got to see it today." The instructor nodded without any hesitation.
He was one of those who came because of his reputation.
"Please stop praising me, everyone. Please take your seats. I've only just started eating my wife's cooking, and I've never tried any of these before!"
Zhao Qingzhuo looked at the neighbors who followed behind and told them to sit down at the table first.
Seeing that all the leaders of the group had arrived, Zhao Qingzhuo felt quite awkward.
Originally, he only planned to treat Zhou Changjiang, He, the battalion commander next door, and a few of his own men to a meal.
I just didn't expect that all of them would be there when I called for help.
Upon hearing that they were going to his house for dinner, they all insisted on coming.
This eight-immortal table was just full.
This is also because the deputy battalion commander and the third company commander are still on other missions and have not returned.
Otherwise, there might not even be enough seats.
"What kind of leaders are they? They're all a bunch of freeloaders. Here, this is for your wife. You can freeload, but you can't just take a meal for free!"
With just one sentence from Zhou Changjiang, all these leaders became freeloaders.
As for superiors and subordinates, that applies to work, not family.
Then he was given a paper bag containing a bag of snacks.
"You old Zhou, are you saying we're all freeloaders? Of course I'm prepared."
He Jun smiled and handed a small package to Zhao Qingzhuo:
"Don't say you don't want it. This isn't for you; it's a gift for your wife. Thank you for preparing this meal."
The others also gave gifts, not very valuable, but the sentiment was there.
"Alright, thank you, Chief of Staff and all the leaders."
Everyone said it was for his wife, so he had no choice but to accept it.
"You're a lucky guy, aren't you? I've heard it all from my wife. She loves beachcombing and her cooking is really delicious. You're a lucky man," Zhang Qiguo said with a smile.
This kid is not only lucky, but also very capable.
With this kid keeping him in check, his nephew's chances of getting promoted this time are probably slim.
"Don't even mention beachcombing, I'm terrified of that hobby of hers. She just got sick once, and as soon as she recovered, she went back to it. She won't listen to anything I say!"
Zhao Qingzhuo's helpless expression towards Fang Yuan made the others laugh and scold him for being ungrateful and acting innocent after getting the benefit.
If you go beachcombing, you'll get meat when you get home, and your wife can cook too. Isn't that getting a good deal and then complaining?
A group of people were chatting in the courtyard, but the two company commanders under Zhao Qingzhuo were dumbfounded.
Upon entering the courtyard, one is greeted by a table laden with delicious food and a room full of standing leaders.
Wasn't the battalion commander supposed to treat them to a meal? Why are so many leaders here? And they even arrived earlier than them.
Were they late? But they changed their clothes before coming.
"Brother Wang, do you think I should go back and get some gifts?"
Second Company Commander Luo Chengbing whispered to First Company Commander Wang Xi beside him.
The boss is treating everyone to a meal, and so many leaders are coming. It wouldn't be appropriate for them to come empty-handed, would it?
"That's you! I was prepared!"
Wang Xi shook the leather bag in his hand and said smugly.
This sister-in-law is so generous, making so many delicious things; he won't lose out by giving her this gift.
"Hey bro, that's not right of you. We're all from the Third Battalion. You're being really disloyal."
This left Luo Chengbing dumbfounded. This guy was such a jerk; he didn't even remind him before taking anything.
He's not married yet, and there's basically no one in the dorm who's presentable.
"Are you stupid? How can you go to someone's house for a meal without bringing anything? No wonder no one wants you anymore, you're just a blockhead."
Wang Xi rolled his eyes at him. Wasn't it obvious? Did he need to say it?
Didn't you see that several regimental leaders gave gifts upon meeting?
This kid was just lucky. He's got decent qualities and somehow got promoted to company commander, but he's not very quick-witted.
"Then...then I'll go to the convenience store to buy it?" Luo Chengbing said, scratching his head.
"Come on, the food's already on the table and the boss's seated. What would it look like if you went out again? Our boss won't hold it against you. Just remember that next time."
Wang Xi shook his head; this guy was just a hothead.
"Alright then!" Luo Chengbing replied somewhat embarrassedly.
However, he had already decided that he would pay directly after eating, which would be simple and convenient, and his sister-in-law could buy whatever she wanted.
Hmph! He's not stupid.
"Battalion Commander, we're here!" The two men greeted Zhao Qingzhuo after they finished talking.
"You're finally here! Come on, come and sit down!"
Seeing that Fang Yuan had finished serving the last dish and everyone was present, Zhao Qingzhuo quickly greeted the two of them.
"Alright! We're all looking forward to tasting your wife's cooking!" Zhang Qiguo led the way, and everyone else gathered around the table.
"Mmm~ This tastes good, very good!"
"This craftsmanship..."
Everyone praised the dish as soon as they tasted it.
Then, everyone's eyes lit up when they saw the two bottles of Wuliangye in Zhao Qingzhuo's hand.
Good food paired with good wine is a perfect match; everyone is thinking that we should have a good drink today.
However, among this group of people, there was an oddball named Luo Chengbing.
After tasting the food, this guy was amazed and immediately started eating it.
The group of people who were originally going to have a couple of drinks suddenly forgot what kind of wine they wanted after seeing this fool's actions.
There wasn't even enough time to grab the vegetables.
I'm afraid this idiot will eat all the food.
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