After figuring out what was going on, Ning Weimin said to Miss Jiang a little embarrassedly, "Fourth Aunt, we have been sitting here for a long time, and I have not bothered to offer you a glass of wine. This is really not me. "
"Well, since you like these two dishes of mine, I'll write down the recipes and ingredients for these two dishes for you in the next few days. I'll go to the kitchen with you and try it myself."
"To be honest, I'm very honored to do this, because I'm actually quite curious about the reaction of Americans and whether you will like these dishes. I have to thank you for helping me with the market research."
I then stood up and raised my glass to toast, "Fourth Aunt, our family doesn't speak the same language, so I would like to congratulate you on being able to work with me. I, Uncle Kang, can meet again here. I also hope that you will be healthy, strong and cheerful, cry less, laugh more, be beautiful forever, and stay younger as you live."
Ning Wei. As Min said this, Fourth Miss Jiang nodded and smiled.
It can be seen that Kang Shude's disparagement of his apprentice has no negative impact at all, and she actually has a good impression of Ning Weimin in her heart.
But just after Ning Weimin put on the toasting posture, the old lady praised her, but she shook her head.
"Well, what you said is really good. But, I won't drink the glass of wine you offer me."
Ning Weimin was stunned, thinking, what is going on?
Who knew the old lady was quite naughty.
She smiled, and the next sentence made Ning Weimin's mood suddenly change, and he became excited instantly.
"What's the point of just you respecting me alone? You are obviously a couple, and one of you is missing. What does that sound like? You have to bring your Japanese fiancée with you to respect me together... …”
“Hey, yes, your words make so much sense...”
Unexpectedly receiving the approval and support of Miss Jiang Si, Ning Weimin was elated and hurried Matsumoto Keiko was also asked to stand up and toast.
To put it bluntly, if this glass of wine is served in front of the old man, wouldn’t it be equivalent to an established fact?
If the old man didn't object, wouldn't it be equivalent to passing it in disguise?
Needless to say, Kang Shude was also aware of this, so he looked at him unhappily.
"I said Miss Fourth, you are so old, how can you still have such a temper? Don't tell me, you can't see what's going on. You didn't mean to stir things up, you deliberately gave Am I causing trouble?"
Ning Weimin couldn't help but look at Kang Shude's unkind expression, and his gesture of raising a toast froze in mid-air.
Matsumoto Keiko was also a little embarrassed about what to do.
However, in this world, one thing is good for another, and others are afraid that Kang Shude will be unhappy with her, but the fourth lady doesn't take it seriously.
How could a young lady like her be intimidated by a young apprentice?
The old lady seemed not to have heard what Kang Shude said. She took the initiative to clink glasses with Ning Weimin and Matsumoto Keiko one by one, and drank the wine in one gulp.
That’s not all. After drinking, she said to Ning Weimin with a smile.
"Don't be afraid that your master will be unhappy. As he gets older, his temper gets bigger and he likes to find fault. You can't let this temper get used to you. Now he likes to brag and glare so much. He won't have you in the future. It’s hard to bear. I think you two are a good match. You are both so beautiful, sensible, and adorable. It’s rare that you young people are happy to hear you call me Fourth Aunt today. I also need to be like an aunt, right?”
As she said that, the old lady took Matsumoto Keiko's hand on the spot.
Then he took off the jade bracelet from his wrist on the spot and gave it to her directly.
“This is a greeting gift. Later, when you guys are making big things, if you invite me to a wedding banquet, I will give you a big gift.”
Yes, this is even more solid. Got this.
Although Matsumoto Keiko had never seen such a way of giving gifts, she was completely confused on the spot and didn't know how to react.
But Ning Weimin is a good person.
The bracelet is of good quality and valuable. Secondly, the most important thing is that this gift is very meaningful.
So he took Qingzi and bowed quickly to thank him, as if his mouth was covered with honey.
"Fourth Aunt, what are you talking about? If you can enjoy our wedding wine, it would be the best gift. To be honest, my parents are gone and my master is alone. Son, I am in need of a close female elder. If you can attend as a relative of mine, it will really make up for my regrets and help me save my face. It is purely my blessing."
His approachable and enthusiastic attitude certainly made the fourth lady feel comfortable.
The old lady smiled and said yes repeatedly, as if she and Ning Weimin were aunt and nephew.
But of course Kang Shude was even more unhappy at this time.
But in front of so many people, especially young people, it was hard for him to say anything.
He could only angrily drink down his glass of wine to express his dissatisfaction with the scene before him.
Unexpectedly, the backstabbing continued, and this time it was Zhang Dashao who attacked.
"I said, old man, it's harmful to your health if you drink like this. It's such a good day today. Everyone is happy, why are you unhappy? Why bother? Listen to me, it's a matter of young people. It's up to them, and don't be angry with the disciples."
As soon as he turned his head, Zhang Dashao was joking with Ning Weimin and Matsumoto Keiko again.
"I said, Weimin, do you two have to give me a toast? If it weren't for me, would you be able to go to Japan to open a store? If you didn't go to Japan, would you be able to meet such a good girl? I should be regarded as your matchmaker. Hey, I won’t let you drink this wine in vain. I will take care of it on your big day. How about adding a special dish to your banquet?"
Ning Weimin glanced at the master again, although he tried his best to tighten his tail,
but he knew it well. Zhang Dashao also expressed support and recognition for his emotional choices.
So when he raised the wine glass, he still couldn't restrain the smile on his face.
When I was toasting, I was particularly touched.
"Master Zhang, look at what you said. Of course I respect you. No matter where we talk, you are my noble person. Without your help, don't say that I would not be able to meet Qingzi, and Where am I today! And although you are not my relative, you are no different from a real relative to me. I cannot express my gratitude to you when I get married. Please do something for me. I just hope you will enjoy it, eat and drink well."
Zhang Dashao's face was so happy that he couldn't even close his pleats.
"Okay, okay, I can't wait to drink your wedding wine. It's a pity that I, a poor old man, have nothing to give you. I can only borrow flowers and offer them to Buddha. Today, I will use this thing you created Dish - pine nuts and corn. For example, let me give you a lucky word..."
"Please tell me."
"I wish you many children and grandchildren."
I have to say that this old man is quite humorous and worthy of being a famous chef.
He always loves to tell jokes like this over food, and he loves to play cymbals with food. This has almost become his signature habit.
For example, about fried dough sticks, he once teased Ning Weimin like this - that is to tell you, if you don't suffer, you won't mature. If you are always suffering, you will become an old fritter.
Where are the steamed buns?
When you are small, you will be more fulfilled. After greatness, it becomes empty.
Noodles?
If you want to succeed, you have to rely on others to help you.
Dumplings? Being too thick-skinned is not a good thing.
Soda?
If you try too hard, when the time comes, there will always be time for you to bubble up.
Steamed crab?
Hey, a red day is a time of great tragedy.
Tofu?
The critical stage requires enlightenment.
Wotou?
As a human being, it’s better to be cautious.
Don’t say it, just listen to Coke, think about it carefully, these words are quite consistent with the world.
I really don’t know how the old man came up with this.
This time is no exception.
This clever metaphor and auspicious blessing immediately caused several young people to shout, cheer and applaud.
Although Xiao Tao was critical, "Master Zhang, family planning is now implemented. How can we have many children and grandchildren?"
But it doesn't hurt, because Mi Xiaohui will soon Dismissed him.
"Why not? Our future sister-in-law is a foreign movie star, and we are still subject to restrictions? My sister wants to have a few more children. At the worst, she can be of foreign nationality, no problem."
"Hey, that's right, with foreign countries Marriage is so good, you can have a baby if you want..."
However, in such a lively atmosphere, only one person's face became more and more depressed.
That is Kang Shu De.
This old man never expected that his apprentice would be so popular. Everyone seemed to be on Ning Weimin's side and support his transnational marriage.
Moreover, these brats and brats don't even take their nationality seriously, and even feel envious. They will make Ning Weimin's descendants become foreigners in an understatement.
What is this!
…………
Ma’s Garden is not the only place that is happy and lively.
Among the two girls of the Mi family, not only Mi Xiaohui followed Luo Guangliang to open their eyes and have a big meal.
At noon that day, Mi Xiaoran was not idle. She accompanied Zhao Hanyu to Jianguo Hotel to visit relatives, and also experienced a spiritual baptism.
Zhao Hanyu’s American uncle, Wang Dadong, was sitting in the hotel lobby lounge reading newspapers and waiting for them.
"Hahaha! Finally here! You two brats."
This was my uncle's opening remarks when they met.
The environment here is quite comfortable and beautiful, with large leather sofas, and through the floor-to-ceiling glass, you can see the unique and lush garden landscaping of this hotel.
The serenade and the fragrance of coffee that fill the air, and the handsome waiter who does not attract your attention but always pays attention to you all give people a lazy and unreal feeling.
Even the newspaper in the hands of the uncle wearing overalls is in English - ChinaDaily.
It seems like this place is far, far away from the world.
The cold desolation, dust and sand, shabby, poor, and vulgar outside are all from another world.
What you have here is infinite elegance and spotless leisure.
Wang Dadong's appearance has not changed much. He is still so naive, with a broad heart and a fat body.
When he saw them, he said, "You have changed a lot. I have heard that you are going to be parents soon, right? How about, Xiaoran's parents must be very happy when they come back to visit relatives this time. Are you happy?”
Because it was still very early, Wang Dadong did not invite them to the restaurant for dinner. Instead, he sat down first and invited them to drink coffee together.
The waiter brought freshly ground and brewed Brazilian coffee, which was full of aroma and was completely different from instant coffee.
Compared with this, the slogan "Every drop of fragrance is fragrant and the meaning is not exhausted" is almost like a joke.
This made Mi Xiaoran, who still remembered that Wang Dadong couldn't live without coffee every day and had just taken out two large cans of "Nestle" as gifts, very frustrated and embarrassed, thinking that he had done something stupid.
However, Wang Dadong didn't seem to mind this at all.
"Thank you for thinking about uncle. We are all our own people, so don't be so polite in the future."
Not only did he accept the gift and express his gratitude, but he was also very touched afterwards. Feeling emotional.
“I have to say that the development of the Republic is really fast! In the past, these things were difficult to buy. But now, you have only seen it for a few years, and the capital is very different. Don’t talk about coffee. There are even French restaurants and bars, and now there are several high-end hotels like this in Beijing. If you don’t look at people’s skin color, but only look at enjoyment, what’s the difference between Beijing and New York?”
Zhao Hanyu also nodded in agreement, "Yes, uncle, I think so too. This time I accompanied Xiaoran back to visit relatives, and I found that there was construction everywhere in the capital, and they were all huge construction sites. Ordinary people's homes are also equipped with modern electrical appliances. Not only have televisions become popular, but Xiaoran’s neighbors have even bought cars. The scene here is really amazing. Both this old city and the people here are full of vitality. I think as long as there is enough investment. , the capital is very likely to be reborn and become a modern city."
However, Mi Xiaoran cannot agree with this.
"Hanyu, are you too optimistic? I have to remind you that what you see is only a partial phenomenon. Our hospital is a special case. The Bian family relies on Aunt Bian to get the food from the street factory. Dividends, the Luo family relies on Luo Guangliang to make extra money in the Temple of Heaven, and most of the ordinary people in the whole Hutong live on the dead wages of the big pot. If you look at it from my perspective, the capital. Part of it is still the same, and people are living the same life as in the past. Everything here is always so lazy and there is no sense of urgency. People have been shouting slogans since the 1950s, but they are still there today. Is it so backward? I see, it would take less than a hundred years to change one’s self.”
It’s surprising that the opinions and views of this young couple are so different.
However, Wang Dadong is a sophisticated businessman after all, and there is no difficulty in dealing with this situation.
"Xiaoran's words make sense, but Hanyu is right too. You guys have different opinions, just because you look at the problem from different angles. Hanyu is more macroscopic, and Xiaoran can see the details more clearly. But no matter what, At least the changes in the capital have begun, and they are ahead of all cities in the mainland. There is no doubt about this, right? As for changes, of course there is a process. Those changes come first, and those change later. In addition, from my point of view. , perhaps the greatest benefit comes from those things that are destined to change but have not changed yet. That’s why I called and asked you to come and see me at this time.”
Wang Dadong explained every word clearly, but it was a bit confusing for Zhao Hanyu and Mi Xiaoran to hear it.
"Uncle, what do you mean..." Zhao Hanyu said.
"Yeah, why do we...didn't understand."
Wang Dadong laughed even more. "If you don't understand, then you don't understand. Let me tell you one thing. I have sold my shares in the fast food restaurant in Tianjin, and I decided to develop in the capital. So I will start a new business here. , there are some things, I hope Xiaoran can try his best to help..." (End of Chapter)