vstars Chapter 267
Chapter 267
I heard from your sister-in-law that your wife is treating us to dinner today?Lin Han gave a grunt of agreement. My wife said we should have treated you all a long time ago. She happens to have time tomorrow, so she insists you all do us the honor.
Regiment Commander Zhong actually felt quite sorry for Lin Han. It must be lonely having a wife who wasn't around.
How about you tell your wife that we won't go over tonight? It's rare for you two to be together, so you should strive to have another baby.
Lin Han looked at Regiment Commander Zhong speechlessly. This old rogue rarely had a clean word in his mouth.
Suit yourself!
Hey, you! Is it wrong for me to think of your best interests?
After getting up, Nan Sheng first took care of herself and her daughter's breakfast, then took the child to the supply and marketing cooperative near the military region to buy things in preparation for dinner.
Returning to the family compound, she first put the vegetables and meat in the kitchen, then took milk candies and white liquor to Regiment Commander Liu's house.
Liu Fei felt displeased when she heard Nan Sheng's voice. When her husband came back last night, she had mentioned that Regiment Commander Lin's wife was hosting a dinner. Naturally, Sun Qian was brought up, which earned her a scolding from Regiment Commander Liu.
He called her petty and uncooperative. Just thinking about it made her furious, and she was still full of pent-up anger.
Nan Sheng knocked once and stood waiting at the door. She could sense that Liu Fei was in the house, but moving very slowly. If she hadn't wanted to clear things up, she would have left already.
Oh, it's you, sister-in-law!
Liu Fei was just about to say that she and her husband would go over for dinner tonight when she noticed the items in Nan Sheng's hands. Were these bought for her family?
Are you busy, sister-in-law? If not, I'll come in and sit for a bit.
Nan Sheng spoke very politely, making it hard for Liu Fei to refuse, so the two quickly went inside.
Why did you bring things over again? It's not a holiday or festival, I really feel bad accepting this!
Nan Sheng stated her purpose. Sister-in-law, I'm a straightforward person, so please don't mind me. Yesterday I noticed you seemed a bit unhappy, so I went back and asked my Regiment Commander Lin if there was anything we as a couple had done poorly. I thought about it carefully but really couldn't figure it out. Forgive my presumption, but does this have anything to do with my husband's younger brother and his wife coming to visit earlier this year?
Liu Fei was speechless, thinking this was far too straightforward. She couldn't even deny it if she wanted to. Feeling awkward herself, she simply poured it all out.
Since you asked, I shouldn't hide it. It really does have to do with your sister-in-law, Sun Qian.
Liu Fei then explained exactly what had happened.
It's not that I begrudge those few things. Guests come from afar, and since you and your husband are busy, it's only right for me to help take care of them as a neighbor. But she can't just erase all my past kindness just because I didn't introduce her to a job, right? Not only did she give me dirty looks, she practically rolled her eyes right in my face. I really couldn't stand that.
Actually, after getting it off her chest, Liu Fei's anger mostly dissipated. She was mainly upset because Regiment Commander Liu kept telling her to endure it. With the matter bottled up inside, it was no wonder she couldn't show Nan Sheng a good attitude.
Realizing the fault lay with her own family, Nan Sheng immediately took responsibility and apologized.
I'm truly sorry, sister-in-law. It's our fault for not keeping our family members in line, which caused you to suffer grievances. How about you give us a chance? Come over to our house for dinner tonight with Regiment Commander Liu, and let us make it up to you.
Liu Fei knew Nan Sheng's job was not ordinary. How could someone who could afford to use a car be ordinary? With Nan Sheng being so polite, even if she wasn't completely over it, her remaining anger was solely directed at Sun Qian.
Don't say that. I'm also to blame for being petty, so please don't take it to heart. Lao Liu and I were planning to go over for dinner anyway. I'll come over later to help you out, and let's not mention these unhappy things ever again.
Liu Fei had received the apology and the gifts. It would be unreasonable to continue putting on airs, and Liu Fei wasn't an unreasonable person to begin with.
Nan Sheng had humbled herself next door, but returning home, she grew furious thinking about the disgusting things Sun Qian had done. Who did she think she was? Asking someone to spend money and effort to find her a job after only knowing them for a few days—what was she thinking?
At noon, although Lin Han's break was short, he still made a trip home. An acquaintance asked, Why is Regiment Commander Lin leaving? Isn't he going to the cafeteria to eat?
Regiment Commander Liu happened to hear this. His wife and child came back yesterday, so he definitely has to go back and have a reunion lunch.
It's tough on him, having to run to the city every couple of weeks.
Everyone chatted briefly before going to get their food. After Lin Han returned home, Nan Sheng told him about Sun Qian.
I thought that since she hasn't been arguing much with Third Brother Lin these past two years, she had matured. Turns out she hasn't improved at all. They are not allowed to come over anymore.
What else could Lin Han say? If Third Brother Lin were here, a beating would be inevitable!
Just past one o'clock, Wang Jiao and Liu Fei came over one after the other. Their original intention was to come chat and bond, but they didn't expect to see Nan Sheng mincing filling.
Are you making dumplings?
I don't plan on making too many. I want you to try these steamed dumplings made with taro flour. I think they're quite delicious.
Seeing the chicken, fish, ribs, and meat in the kitchen, the two knew that dinner was a massive undertaking. They rolled up their sleeves to help. Qiqi was in charge of washing the vegetables, earning praise from her two aunts.
The steamed dumplings Nan Sheng made were the size of an adult's palm. They were filled with rehydrated dried beans diced and mixed with minced meat. They smelled amazing. Right out of the pot, she took out four, and they each shared one.
Wang Jiao felt a little embarrassed. The men aren't back yet. Is it okay for us to eat first?
Nan Sheng smiled and said, What's wrong with it? We're just tasting it for them first.
Having been busy all afternoon, although neither of them mentioned it, Nan Sheng could tell they were hungry. That was why she had steamed the dumplings in the pot where the chicken was stewing.
Since Nan Sheng said so, the two no longer declined. Taking a bite, they found the taro flour steamed dumplings wonderfully chewy, and the meat filling was generous. It was truly delicious.
You really know good food. Next time I'm going to buy some taro flour to make dumplings too.
Nan Sheng didn't keep it a secret. She told them the ratio of taro flour to wheat flour and the specific way to knead the dough. She taught earnestly, and they listened attentively.
Lin Han and the others came back earlier than yesterday, but it was still past seven o'clock. Apart from Han Yongxiang, Nan Sheng didn't know the other guests.
Han Yongxiang looked particularly happy. Sister-in-law, I finally get to see you! Are we having braised pork today? I've been craving it so much!