Chapter 248 Childish Thoughts
Time: 10:25
Location: Jinfuda Hotel, Fourth Floor Dining Area, Room 102
As Fang Zhengrong enjoyed the highly praised 'Buddha Jumps Over the Wall' from Shen Yanhua, he couldn't help but exclaim:
"Delicious. It's the first time I've ever tasted something this good."
"Right?"
Shen Yanhua smiled triumphantly:
"Eat as much as you like, don't be shy."
"When we're done and heading back, pack some for your sister-in-law to try."
Upon hearing this, An Yunfeng immediately chimed in:
"If that's the case, I'll have to pack a portion to take home as well."
Meanwhile, the other three men and two women in the room joined in the fun and said:
"I want a portion too, hehe~"
"It's rare to have the chance to take advantage of Hua, can't miss this opportunity, right? I'll pack some for my wife to try, too."
"Everyone else is getting one, if I don't, it'll look like I'm disrespecting Hua."
Everyone burst into laughter.
...
Looking at the group joking around, not only did Shen Yanhua not get upset, but he was rather pleased and said:
"Your presence here is already an honor for me. Everyone can take a bit home after we are done; it's a token of my appreciation, okay?"
"Okay, okay, very okay!"
"Who would have thought that getting engaged would make Hua so generous, don't you guys think?"
"Absolutely! I've known Hua for over ten years, and this is the first time I've seen him so generous, not even blinking an eye, hahaha~"
In reality, everyone knew that the idea of taking food home was just for fun, not really to take advantage of Shen Yanhua.
Being invited by Shen Yanhua to such an important occasion meant that their character had definitely been acknowledged by him.
Naturally, Shen Yanhua understood this too.
But even if they genuinely did want to take some home, Shen Yanhua wouldn't mind at all.
After all, compared to a lifelong event that's only once in a lifetime, even the typically frugal Shen Yanhua decided to indulge for a change today.
Even though one serving of Buddha Jumps Over the Wall costs as much as 588.
At other times, Shen Yanhua might not indulge in it even once in several years.
In the room at this moment, besides Shen Yanhua and his friends, there was an elderly person with a special status.
The elder looked at least sixty or seventy years old, with a head full of white hair and a face etched with the marks of time.
This person was none other than Shen Yanhua's grandmother, the only relative who raised him since childhood.
Besides the initial greetings, she sat quietly by the side, listening to the young people joke around, occasionally showing a gentle smile.
Another fact was that due to her age, several years ago the elder suddenly went blind.
Now, she relies on her ears to experience the world around her.
Although her blindness was checked several times at famous hospitals, the true cause couldn't be found.
Lamenting the cost, she refused any further treatments, regardless of what Shen Yanhua said.
Ultimately, the matter could only end without resolution.
Fortunately, she still appeared quite healthy.
This also gave Shen Yanhua more time and energy to work and earn money.
Like most people, Shen Yanhua had a stable job during the day and only had time to play games after work.
However, after signing a contract with the gaming guild, the game might become Shen Yanhua's sole "work" and income source going forward.
At this moment, a woman named Li Yanling suddenly said to Shen Yanhua:
"Didn't you say you have a friend who's part of the[Creation Mercenary Corps]? Why didn't you invite him today?"
She then showed a disappointed expression and said:
"I was hoping to see if he could get me Feng Hua's autograph photo."
Shen Yanhua discreetly glanced at the busy-eating Fang Zhengrong and explained without blinking:
"My friend is busy and couldn't make it; I couldn't force him to come, right?"
The woman sighed:
"What a pity."
"Could you ask your friend if he can get an autograph from Feng Hua for me?"
"I have a sister who's practically obsessed with Feng Hua, her entire room is filled with Feng Hua's game posters."
"When she heard I had a friend who knew a member of Feng Hua's mercenary corps, she begged me for help."
At this, the woman seemed to realize her request was a bit abrupt, awkwardly saying:
"Maybe you could just ask for me? Whether it happens or not, you know?"
"Uh…"
Shen Yanhua glanced at the expressionless Fang Zhengrong, rubbed his nose, and said:
"I'll ask for you, but don't get your hopes up too high."
Upon hearing this, Li Yanling immediately raised her wine glass with joy:
"You're awesome, I'll drink to this first."
After speaking, he drank it all in one go.
Meanwhile, Fang Zhengrong seemed unaffected, focusing solely on eating.
From the beginning, Fang Zhengrong had already instructed Shen Yanhua not to reveal his identity in the game.
To Fang Zhengrong, playing games was just a job.
He didn't want to boast about it.
The respect he held for Lin Yi in his heart was something beyond ordinary understanding.
Whether it was Lin Yi offering him this 'special' job, practically changing his and his family's fate,
or standing up for him at his wife's family banquet, that grace was unforgettable.
These alone were enough for Fang Zhengrong to remember it for a lifetime.
Therefore, being a part of the Mercenary Corps was not just an honor, but a job Fang Zhengrong felt was worth dedicating all his efforts to.
In Fang Zhengrong's heart, he only wanted to do it well, to the best, to repay Lin Yi's kindness in recognizing his talent.
He never thought of using this identity to boast to those around him.
It was precisely because of this that Fang Zhengrong instructed Shen Yanhua not to disclose his gaming identity to avoid unnecessary trouble.
In this respect, Fang Zhengrong and Lin Yi shared many similarities; neither liked pretense.
An Yunfeng, who knew the truth, was holding back laughter beside him but couldn't let it show, making him appear quite uncomfortable.
When the time reached 10:40, Shen Yanhua said:
"It's almost time to enter, let's go."
An Yunfeng quickly said:
"I've almost finished eating too, time to get down to business."
Just as Shen Yanhua was about to assist the elderly, two girls volunteered:
"Let us do it."
Then the two of them supported the elderly from both sides:
"Grandma, watch your step, let's walk slowly."
The elderly lady replied with a gratified smile:
"I'm not as frail as I look, don't worry."
Seeing this, Shen Yanhua could only lead the way in front:
"Then everyone, follow me this way."
...
At the same time, Jiang Zhenguo was leading his family to the banquet hall.
...
In the bride's makeup room, Jiang Jiaying clasped the woman's hands and softly said:
"Mom, let's go."
The woman hurriedly wiped the tears from her eyes, patted the young woman's small hands, and sighed:
"A daughter grown can't be held back, let's go."
...
In the lobby of the Jinfu Hotel, a suited gentleman said to the person next to him:
"Young Master Song has sent a message, let's go."
This person adjusted his suit, wore a disdainful smile, and said:
"Let's go see which blind person dares to compete with our Young Master Song for a woman."
Just as this group had just entered the elevator, a few luxury cars stopped at the entrance of Jinfu Hotel:
"Look, here's the place I mentioned."
Guo Shaojie got out of the car and handed the car keys to the doorman while introducing to everyone:
"Let's find Uncle Fang after eating, by then, he should be done with his matters, and we can all head back together."
Lin Yi got off the car with a helpless expression and said:
"Let me declare in advance that the meal costs will be deducted from your dividends, including Sister Ping's share."
It wasn't because Lin Yi was stingy and distressed over the money.
The main reason was to curb this trend, to avoid it turning into a regular occurrence.
Driving for several hours just for a meal...
Gaming time is so precious now!
If it weren't for being unable to resist these people, Lin Yi might have climbed several floors of the Endless Tower by now.
Yet, before Lin Yi could finish his words, Guo Shaojie shouted in front:
"It's on me, everyone enjoy without reservation."
Heaven-Gifted Ouyang Hao also said:
"Let's pack some food after eating, you can't find such authentic Buddha Jumps Over the Wall in Binhai."
This left Lin Yi speechless.
Lin Yi had forgotten, except for Wang Sijie's siblings and Chen Ping, none of them had simple backgrounds.
Among them, Guo Shaojie and Ouyang Hao were typical nouveau riche, to whom money was just a bunch of numbers, lacking any concept.
Hoping they would be concerned about money was really a naive thought.
Thinking of this, Lin Yi couldn't help but sigh to himself: Forget it, let's take it as a break.