"No, don't you feel that it's a little awkward for us to talk like this?"
You just casually say things like, "I'll ask my wife to protect me."
Don't you men all care about saving face?
Don't you feel embarrassed saying that?
The car came to a smooth stop at the entrance of a secluded alley. The man leaned over and kissed it.
"What does that matter? My wife is the most important."
Go ahead, I'll wait for you here. Your safety is the most important thing.
As dawn broke, Jian Dan didn't argue with him anymore. She looked up, gave him a quick peck, and got out of the car.
"Wait for me to come back."
Compared to the amount of activity last night, hiding something is much easier for Jianyi. In this dim light, it's convenient to do anything.
Soon, before dawn, Qin Qinghuai saw Jian Dan's figure returning and quickly got out of the car to greet her.
"You're back? Are you alright? Get in the car quickly."
"fine,"
It was simple and even a little bit delightful.
"No rush, let's go have breakfast and then go get the roast duck."
Qin Qinghuai glanced at her. Why was she so excited? Was there going to be a good show?
“Okay, then I’ll go around from the back, then from the front to the main street, and then come from that side.”
There's no one here now, but it's almost dawn, so we need to let people see that they came from over there for breakfast, but didn't go anywhere else.
Other workplaces weren't open yet at this hour, but the state-run restaurant was different; it opened early. Many people from Beijing were still having breakfast there. They didn't seem out of place; they quietly queued and chatted, just like everyone else having breakfast.
"ah!"
I stretched briefly.
"I got up too early today, I haven't slept well yet."
Before Qin Qinghuai could reply, the older woman in front of him in line turned around.
"Young lady, you don't come here for breakfast often, do you?"
"Yes, yes, Auntie can tell that too,"
Entering the gossip mode is simple and smooth.
"Oh dear, my home is quite far from here. We heard that this place has delicious breakfast, so we got up early to come here. I'm so sleepy."
"Ha ha,"
The older woman was a good conversationalist.
"Haha, you're absolutely right. Don't be fooled by the many state-run restaurants in Beijing. Let me tell you, this place has the most authentic old-fashioned fried liver and beef buns. Especially for older folks, they love this kind of food. My dad, who's over eighty, is always talking about these beef buns and fried liver. It's just that these beef buns aren't available every day. They've only made them once in a week. You're in for a treat today."
"real?"
Simple's eyes lit up.
"Oh, that's really great."
I heard about it from a friend yesterday, and I've been thinking about it ever since. We're not usually home, so we don't have many opportunities to show our respect to our elders. I was hoping to find a chance to buy them something they would like, and thankfully, I got the chance today.
They love this food, but like you, they're used to a hard life and always feel it's a luxury to eat this for breakfast. They can't bear to spend the money. Sigh!
Finally, he even let out a proper sigh, and the older woman immediately felt empathy.
"You're right. We really had a tough time back then. We couldn't even imagine having meat buns and meat dishes for a single meal."
"Right?"
"Yes, we can't eat meat every day now. What harm will it do to us young children if we miss one or two meals? We can still run and jump, don't you think?"
But it's different for older people. To put it bluntly, how much more can they eat? If they don't take advantage of it now, when will they ever get the chance? Don't you think so?
Simple and straightforward, thumbs up!
“Auntie, you are so insightful. When it comes to filial piety, you are the best. We should learn from you in this respect.”
The woman was a little embarrassed by the straightforward praise, and a blush appeared on her face.
"Hey, it's not as serious as you make it out to be. Isn't it only natural to be filial to your own parents?"
"Auntie, you can't say that. Look at all these people in line. How many of them are like you, buying breakfast for their parents?"
They spoke in low voices, but they didn't try to lower their voices either, so people nearby could hear them. As soon as they said this, some people immediately puffed out their chests.
Many people felt uncomfortable, some lowering their heads, others turning away as if they hadn't heard, and a few blushing and quietly leaving the group.
Jian Dan and the older woman exchanged a knowing smile, instantly closing the distance between them, but neither said anything more.
The line moved forward, and soon it was their turn. The older woman bought a set meal of fried liver and beef buns, and Jian Dan also bought two servings of fried liver, twenty buns, and finally a few fried dough sticks. After they came out, the older woman insisted on getting Jian Dan's contact information before letting her go.
"Hurry up and go, it won't taste the same if it gets cold. Your aunt lives nearby, so come find me if you need anything. Your aunt loves a filial child like you."
After the older woman walked away, Qin Qinghuai came over to tease her.
"If I hadn't been watching closely, no one would have doubted that you two were close friends despite the age gap."
"Haha, let me tell you, I did it on purpose. Our car was over there, so if anyone saw it, we could say we were there to buy breakfast. Haha, now all these people saw it, so if anyone asks, they'll all be witnesses."
"Hmph, aren't I clever?"
Qin Qinghuai suppressed a laugh, hung the things in the car, and let the person in.
"Hmm, smart, you've thought of everything."
"Shall we go home and eat first? Otherwise it'll get cold."
"I can just put it in, can't I?"
Now, using space simply is quite natural in front of Qin Qinghuai.
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