When everyone heard this, they couldn't help but become more curious and expectant about this wine.
Old Master Xiao took the lead in picking up the wine jar, sniffed it gently, and praised: "It is really a good wine, the taste is mellow and fragrant, and you can tell it is extraordinary just by smelling it."
The old leader also smiled and nodded: "It seems that we are in for a treat today, Yuexi, you always bring surprises to people."
Lin Yuexi smiled embarrassedly and began to ask everyone to take a seat.
Lu Cheng was sitting in a wheelchair and was pushed closer to the table so that he could join in the conversation.
Lu Ziyan and Lu Xiyun were tired from playing in the activity room not far away, so they ran in and sat next to their parents, staring at the snacks on the table.
Xiao Yichen was busy pouring wine for everyone. For a moment, the aroma of wine, tea and laughter were intertwined in the room.
Xiao Jinkang raised his glass and said to Lu Cheng, "Lu Cheng, you have two children with you and your legs are not convenient, so let Xiao Yichen and Gao Lechuan drive you back to your hometown later!
You should take good care of your injury. If you have any difficulties, just ask. We are all family."
Lu Cheng raised his glass gratefully: "Thank you, Uncle Xiao. I have troubled Yichen too much during this period. I feel..."
His words were slightly choked up and his eyes were filled with emotion.
"Brother Cheng, what are you saying? You have saved me many times. What's the point of me doing this for you?" Xiao Yichen said excitedly when he saw Lu Cheng being so polite.
"Lu Cheng, Yichen is right. You and Yichen are brothers who have shared life and death together. You are my grandson just like Yichen, and Yuexi is my granddaughter-in-law of the Xiao family..." Old Master Xiao said after hearing what Xiao Yichen said.
When Lin Yuexi heard what Grandpa Xiao said, her cheeks flushed slightly, and she said softly: "Grandpa Xiao, I don't know what to do with what you said. The two children have been in the Xiao family for a while, and thanks to you and the elders for taking care of them, we are already very grateful..."
Old Master Xiao waved his hand and said with a smile, "We are one family and don't talk behind each other's backs. Yuexi, you are a child with excellent medical skills and a kind heart. It is a blessing for Lu Cheng to marry you."
Lu Cheng looked at Lin Yuexi, his eyes full of tenderness and love. He held Lin Yuexi's hand and squeezed it gently: "Yes, marrying Yuexi is the luckiest thing in my life."
At this time, Lu Ziyan raised his head, with a snack in his mouth, and said vaguely: "I also think my mother is the best!"
Lu Xiyun also nodded vigorously, and everyone couldn't help laughing when they saw this.
At this time, Zhang Ma and Xiao Yichen's mother brought the freshly cooked hot dishes to the table, and the aroma of delicious food filled the air.
Everyone started to move to the restaurant and lunch began.
In the restaurant, a quaint wooden round table is filled with delicious dishes.
In the middle is a plate of shiny and rosy braised pork elbow. The skin of the elbow is soft, chewy and elastic, and it glows attractively under the light. It is dotted with tender green vegetables, which makes people's appetite increase at the sight.
Next to it is a plate of steamed sea bass, which is covered with shredded ginger and green onion. After being drizzled with hot oil, it exudes bursts of fragrance. The fish meat is tender and white and melts in your mouth.
There is also a dish of sweet and sour pork ribs, which are bright red in color, sweet and sour in taste. Each piece of ribs is covered with rich sauce. When you take a bite, it makes a "crunching" sound, which is very memorable.
Everyone sat together, laughing and talking. Xiao Yichen's mother Zhang Liping smiled as she picked up some food for Lu Ziyan and Lu Xiyun, saying, "Ziyan, Xiyun, eat more so you can grow faster..."
The two children nodded obediently and concentrated on eating the delicious food in their bowls.
While eating, Lu Ziyan said, "Grandma Zhang, I will eat more, exercise more, grow stronger, and then learn from Dad and Uncle Xiao to catch bad guys..."
As soon as Lu Ziyan said this, everyone laughed.
The old chief said happily, "It seems that a good father will have a good son. Little Ziyan is a hero just like his father..."
Lu Cheng said, "Chief, Ziyan is still just a child?"
"Lu Cheng, Zi Yan may be young, but he has high ambitions?" The old leader picked up the wine glass and took a sip.
Old Master Xiao sat in the main seat, feeling particularly happy. He raised his glass and said to Lu Cheng, "Lu Cheng, be careful on the way back. Although you are not able to move around easily now, I am relieved to have Yuexi by your side. When your leg is healed, you must bring Yuexi and the children back to visit often."
Lu Cheng quickly raised his glass and replied respectfully: "Grandpa Xiao, don't worry, I will bring my family back to visit you when my leg is healed. During this time in the Xiao family, I have felt the warmth of home. I, Lu Cheng, will always remember the kindness of you and all the elders." After that, he drank the wine in the glass in one gulp.
Lin Yuexi also stood up and toasted everyone: "Thank you Grandpa Xiao, Uncle Xiao, Auntie, and Yichen for taking care of you during this period. I toast to everyone."
After three rounds of wine and five kinds of dishes, everyone had more and more topics to talk about. Xiao Yichen talked about the interesting things he and Lu Cheng had experienced in the army, which caused everyone to laugh.
Lu Cheng also recalled every detail of his time in the army; those hard and unforgettable days seemed to be right before his eyes.
Lunch was held in a warm and pleasant atmosphere. The sunlight shone through the window onto the dining table, reflecting the picture of a happy family.
Soon the time of parting arrived. Lin Yuexi pushed Lu Cheng in the wheelchair to the car. Xiao Yichen and Zhang Lechuan worked together to carry him into the jeep. Lin Yuexi also folded the wheelchair and put it in the car.
This time with Zhang Lechuan's help, everyone felt much more relaxed.
When the car was about to start, the old leader, Mr. Xiao, and Mr. and Mrs. Xiao Jinkang all came over and whispered some instructions.
Only the old leader said loudly, "Lu Cheng, recover from your injuries as soon as possible and return to the military academy to study. The country needs you, and the people need you..."
Lu Cheng's eyes were full of determination. He saluted the old commander with a standard military salute and responded loudly: "Don't worry, commander. I will recover as soon as possible and return to the team as soon as possible!"
Lin Yuexi also pulled Lu Ziyan and Lu Xiyun to stand aside, with tears in her eyes, and waved goodbye to everyone: "Grandpa Xiao, uncle, aunt, and the leader, thank you for your care, we will definitely come back."
The car started slowly. Lu Cheng looked through the window at the familiar and friendly faces behind him, feeling mixed emotions.
If it weren't for the Xiao family's help, he really didn't know how he would have survived the injuries and illnesses along the way.
Lin Yuexi beside him seemed to see what he was thinking. She gently held his hand and gave him silent comfort.
The car drove farther and farther away, and the Xiao family courtyard behind them slowly disappeared from view. In the car, Lu Ziyan and Lu Xiyun were a little excited at first, chattering about the interesting things in the Xiao family, but soon, the fatigue of the journey hit them, and the two children leaned on Lin Yuexi and fell asleep.
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