Chapter 357 A harmonious "family" (two in one) "Hello, Xiaoyu." Mao Xiaoqin pushed open the frosted door of the kitchen, said hello, and immediately started criticizing Chen Peisong and his son. "I just scolded them." Mao Xiaoqin said: "How can I let you cook when you are a guest at my house? Go out and watch TV for a while. Auntie will cook." "Hmm? It's okay, Auntie. I can do it..." Yu Xian was actually a little puzzled. She didn't understand why she was scolding Chen Zhe and Uncle Chen. There was no way cos sister could understand Director Mao’s (the department’s deputy chief physician who is also the director) politeness and etiquette. Mao Xiaoqin and Yu Xian had not had much contact before. The only impression she had was that she was very stunning, her ancestral home was in Sichuan and Chongqing, and she was an art student studying painting. This time, thanks to my son's choice, my relationship should be settled.
Mao Xiaoqin has also been a daughter-in-law. Although her parents-in-law have passed away, she has her own experiences and feelings. She felt that when a girl visited a family for the first time, she should be respected in all aspects and must not give people the impression that "the Chen family is bullying outsiders." That's why he spoke to Yu Xian like this on purpose, to show that they had done something wrong and he had corrected it. It’s a pity that “the wink was thrown to a blind man”, in fact, Yu Xian doesn’t care about these little things at all. Gradually, Mao Xiaoqin also discovered this. This little girl from Sichuan and Chongqing is simple, straightforward, and always expresses her likes and dislikes openly. He has a completely different personality from Song Shiwei. And while cooking and talking, Mao Xiaoqin quickly found out about Yu Xian's family situation. "Although Xiao Yu's background is a little weaker, it is relatively much simpler." Empress Dowager Mao thought silently. [A wealthy family] can certainly help Chen Zhe's career, but [an ordinary family] is also a symbol of stability. If it was Weiwei who came today... Maybe it's just another form. That lively little flower probably won't bloom on the sofa pillow. Looking at Yu Xian cooking in her son's clothes, the intimate and casual feeling makes them seem like a married couple. "Maybe this kind of situation should happen frequently." Mao Xiaoqin thought this was a good idea, so she cooked and chatted with Yu Xian. This girl seems to be quite talkative and not boring at all. "Auntie, the mapo tofu is ready." Yu Xian put the freshly prepared dishes onto the plates.
Mao Xiaoqin took a look. Hmm! The color is bright red, the tofu looks very smooth, there are beef cubes rolling in the soup, and chopped green onions and coriander are used as garnish. It looks so delicious that you can't help but salivate. “Will it be spicy?” Mao Xiaoqin asked a little worriedly, there are three people in the family who can't eat spicy food. "No, auntie." Yu Xian raised his thin curved eyebrows and said confidently: "I know Chen Zhe can't eat spicy food, this just looks scary." Mao Xiaoqin nodded, and Yu Xian cooked several dishes, including Cantonese-style steamed pork ribs with taro and stir-fried lettuce, as well as Sichuan-style mapo tofu and shredded pork with fish flavor. Not only were the dishes quick and efficient, but they were also almost always delicious and flavourful. When they were served on the table, they quickly won Mr. Chen's endless praise. "Oh my! This tofu is so tender!" “The ribs are very tasty!” “The shredded pork with fish flavor is exactly the same as what I had at a Sichuan restaurant.” "Xiao Yu's cooking skills are good enough for him to be a chef in a five-star hotel!" …… Lao Chen might have exaggerated a little. After all, the girl worked hard to cook a table of food, so she must be thanked and encouraged. But the taste is indeed good. Chen Zhuo thinks it is better than the one made by his biological mother, Dr. Mao. Of course, he didn't dare say this comment out loud. However, Chen Peisong and Mao Xiaoqin each filled two bowls of rice with a slight "hissing" sound, which was much more than they usually ate. The public response is better than any form of publicity and praise, and the cos sister is very happy. On the contrary, she ate very little herself, only half a bowl, and put it into her mouth bit by bit with chopsticks. Mao Xiaoqin was a little anxious: "Xiao Yu, you are so tall, but you only eat this little?" "Auntie, I always eat this much." Yu Xian replied, fluttering her long eyelashes. "Not enough, not enough..." Mao Xiaoqin thought she was embarrassed to let go of her belly. However, Chen Zhuo knew that this was the normal amount of food that the cos sister ate, so he said with a smile: "Mom, don't worry about the beautiful woman's eating problems." "That's right. They are already so old, they know how much they should eat." Old Chen also chimed in. Chen Peisong not only doesn't like to educate the younger generation with moral principles, he also doesn't like to force people to eat.
He scooped a few pieces of mapo tofu into the bowl with a spoon. It tasted a little spicy and a little numb. But the tofu was tender and smooth, and the beef cubes were crispy and fragrant, and I felt like there was some space in my stomach. "I'll have another half bowl." Old Chen stood up and went to get his meal again. "Have you forgotten how old you are? Why do you eat so much for dinner?" Doctor Mao pulled Lao Chen back and said, "Didn't you count how high your triglycerides were during the physical examination? You are not allowed to eat!" "Hey~" Old Chen knew that his wife was doing this for his own good, so he could only reluctantly put down his bowl and chopsticks and chat with everyone. Talk about accidents at work, news about relatives, gossip about neighbors... There was no intention of avoiding Yu Xian at all, as if she was a member of the family. "If mom hadn't passed away, our family would have been like this too." There was a faint smile on Yu Xian's delicate oval face, but there was a hint of hidden sadness in the corners of her eyes. Suddenly, Chen Zhuo picked up a piece of taro and came over: "My dad's cholesterol level is too high, so he can't eat it, but we young people are not afraid. You've worked hard to cook, so have two more pieces." "Auntie, cut some fruit for you." Mao Xiaoqin finished eating soon, stood up and went to the kitchen to wash the fruit, and told Lao Chen: "Go make some tea for us." "No problem! What kind of tea would you like to drink, Boss?" Chen Peisong stood up, holding his round belly. "What's Xiao Yu drinking?" Mao Xiaoqin turned to ask Yu Xian for his opinion. Yu Baibai, who was in a daze, finally came to his senses and said quickly, "I can drink anything." "Um……" Mao Xiaoqin thought for a moment and said, "Lao Kong went on a business trip to Sichuan and Chongqing before. He seemed to have brought some tea for us. Go and get it." "Madam, that's a good idea!" Chen Peisong slapped his thigh and said, "I remember it was called Mengding Ganlu. I never had an excuse to drink it before, but today, thanks to Xiao Yu, we can enjoy it together." So, Lao Chen went to make tea while Dr. Mao cut fruit. The only people left at the table were Chen Zhe, who was still not full, and Yu Xian, who was eating slowly. "Director Chen." Yu Xian suddenly asked in a low voice: "It seems that uncle always gives in to aunt in everything. In the future... will you give in to me?" Chen turned his head and saw Yu Baibai's eyes sparkling, staring at him expectantly.
"Give way, you must give way!" Chen grinned: "From now on, I will let you wash clothes, cook, and wash dishes... I promise to give in to you in everything!" "Humph!" Yu Xian twisted her boyfriend's hand: "I knew you didn't have anything nice to say!" At this time, Dr. Mao came back with a plate of oranges. She probably heard the conversation between the young couple in the kitchen. She glared at Chen Zhuo, then said to Yu Xian: "You can also let him work, let him make money, let him pay the mortgage, let him buy a car..." "mom." Chen said with a smile: "Yu Xian's paintings will be very valuable in the future. I may need her to support me." "is it?" Mao Xiaoqin was a little surprised. Dr. Mao is a down-to-earth medical worker, so he has always felt that people who study art are somewhat out of touch with reality. But today, Yu Xian's proficiency in housework made her feel that she might still have to divide people up. However, Mao Xiaoqin is still not optimistic about the future of art students. Judging from the overall trend of social development, "Learn math, physics and chemistry well and you will not be afraid to travel the world" is still a true saying. It is common for many art students to be unemployed after graduation. Coupled with Yu Xian's family-oriented personality, Mao Xiaoqin even felt that she might become a "full-time wife" in the future. "Yu Xian is quite talented." Chen Zhuo has seen Yu Xian's paintings. Even a layman like him can feel the overflowing spiritual energy. He believes that those who truly understand art are not blind. Moreover, she had the support of the Lingnan School of Painting and Professor Guan, and was a student of Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts, so she had no shortage of connections and background. To make a name for yourself in the industry, it might be a matter of open competition. "Maybe by this time next year, we will have to make reservations in advance to have dinner with Yu Xian." Chen said as a joke. "Has Xiaoyu already reached this level in painting?" Chen Peisong and Mao Xiaoqin, who had made tea, looked at each other, but looking at Chen's expression, it didn't seem like he was joking. "Don't listen to Chen's nonsense, I'm not that powerful..." Yu Baibai's view on the problem was not as far-sighted as Chen Chu's, and he had no idea that he was actually walking on a dazzling golden road. Although she does not have a strong family background, she has an extraordinary talent in painting and has a strong and unyielding personality. Talent and character are the two main reasons why Professor Guan was willing to select and train him. Maybe there was a bit of luck, maybe it was the secret blessing of my deceased mother.
…… After eating the fruit and drinking some tea, the "family" atmosphere was very harmonious, but it was already late. "Xiao Yu." Mao Xiaoqin said, "Stay and rest tonight. We have four sets of unused bedding at home." "No, Auntie." Yu Xian waved her hand and said, "Grandma is still at home. If I don't go back during the holidays, she will be worried." "Our house has three bedrooms, and one is used as a study." Chen Zhuo also interrupted and said, "Where will Yu Xian sleep if he stays here?" "Of course Mr. Chen will show his style." Empress Dowager Mao said as a matter of course: "Replace the mattress in your bedroom with a new one and let Xiao Yu stay there for one night. You can sleep on the sofa." "I won't sleep." Chen Zhuo was unhappy: "That was my dad's exclusive bed for when you guys were arguing." "What are you talking about!" Old Chen was about to go downstairs with the car keys when he heard this. He immediately jumped up and said, "I didn't want the family to be noisy and make a fool of themselves, so I took the initiative to give the seat to your mother!" "Okay, okay, okay~" Doctor Mao did not comment, and said calmly: "It is Director Chen who does not bear grudges. The harmony of our family depends entirely on your tolerance and generosity." Yu Xian wanted to laugh, and thought that the way Chen argued with his parents was a little cute. I also remembered that Uncle Chen was "Director Chen of the Street Office" and Aunt Mao was "Director Mao of the Emergency Department of the First Municipal Hospital", and Chen's nickname was also "Director Chen". Three directors in one family? It was still raining outside, so "Director Old Chen" and "Director Young Chen" drove Yu Xian back. There was no need to bother Chen Peisong, but Chen Zhuo hasn't got his driver's license yet. But it will be soon, so Chen Zhuo plans to pass the third test before the New Year. "Xiao Yu." Before going downstairs, Mao Xiaoqin took out a box of beautifully packaged calcium tablets for middle-aged and elderly people from the bedroom and said, "Take this to grandma." Through chatting in the kitchen while cooking, Dr. Mao had already found out the family situation of this little girl from Sichuan and Chongqing. I know that she lives with her grandmother and that she lives in Zhusigang Community. Yu Xian was stunned for a moment, and just as he was about to refuse, he heard Chen Zhuo persuade him: "Take it, this is a habit of my parents, and besides..." Chen Zhuo smiled and said, "I have a lot of these at home, and they are not worth much. I guess I can't use them all up even after many years of visiting guests." After hearing this, Yu Xian was no longer so resistant.
"We can't use them all, and we still have you." Mao Xiaoqin took Yu Xian's hand and handed her the box of ordinary calcium tablets. At the same time, she said meaningfully: "You also need to learn how to distribute these things." Yu Baibai nodded in confusion. Why does it sound like there is a meaning of "recognition and handover" in it? "Old Director Chen" and "Young Director Chen" were both smart people. They immediately understood the meaning, but they didn't say anything. Instead, they lowered their heads and walked down the stairs. Although the rain outside has become a little lighter, it is still drizzling. There seemed to be mist swirling in the sky, and the outlines of the towering buildings in the city had long been blurred, as if they had merged into a distant dream. Lao Chen still drives the same old Peugeot, and his job is special. Even if Chen Zhuo bought him a luxury car, Lao Chen would not use it in order to avoid bad influence. Chen Zhuo and Yu Xian sat in the back seat, holding hands in the dark. The car was a little quiet, but not awkward. There was not so much traffic at night, and it took less than 20 minutes to reach Zhusigang Community. Chen Zhuo took out a large umbrella from the carriage with the words "Unswervingly follow the Party and work together to build the Chinese Dream" printed on it and escorted Yu Xian to the first floor. "Director Chen, I'm going back." Yu Xian said softly. “What about the sense of ceremony?” Chen said as he leaned closer. "Mua!" Yu Xian was not shy, kissed her in the slightly damp night, and whispered in her ear: "I love you~" Chen's heart moved. Maybe today's meeting with his parents made Yu Xian, who cares about his family, more determined in his choice. "Remember to tell me when you get back." Yu Xian gave some instructions, then returned home happily and cheerfully, carrying the calcium tablets and health supplements. But after opening the door, Yu Xian was suddenly stunned. Because there was an "uninvited guest" in the living room. Yu Xiaoliang. ······ (End of this chapter)