Shen Guofu thought for a moment, then turned his gaze to his son-in-law.

Lin Xu instantly understood his father-in-law's implication.

He cleared his throat and immediately said, "I should also take the G-Wagon in for a check-up. After all, I haven't maintained it despite having driven it for so long, and I even took it to Yinzhou. I've always felt the brakes are a bit stiff."

HAHA! That's my Lin Xu... cough, cough, that's my good son-in-law. When father-in-law and son-in-law are united, they can achieve anything! In the future, if I want to drink, I'll just have my son-in-law cover for me. It's absolutely foolproof!

Shen Guofu suppressed the surge of joy inside him, pretending to be displeased as he grumbled at Lin Xu, "Why didn't you say so earlier? What if something had happened? What would Yueyue do?"

He finished speaking and handed his phone over to Zou Cheng, "Zou, find someone to come to Yingchun Street later. Take both my car and my son-in-law's car back for maintenance, and check the brakes as well."

"Alright, President Shen, I'll head over right now."

After hanging up the phone, Shen Guofu was still immersed in his performance, "Brakes are no small matter; you must pay attention."

Lin Xu nodded as if taking lessons, "I'll remember that. By the way, Dad, I'm preparing seasoned delicacies this afternoon, and I always feel uncertain about the flavor. If you're not too busy, could you stay and give me some guidance?"

AIYO! A son-in-law this good is one you couldn't find even if you searched high and low.

Shen Guofu hadn't expected that after his son-in-law helped cover for him, he would also conveniently provide a reason for him to stay and drink. The move was so smoothly executed it left no room for criticism.

What a great son-in-law! He's truly my, Old Shen's, wonderful son-in-law!

He scooped up a few mouthfuls of rice, using it as a pretense to hide his inner thrill.

After calming his emotions slightly, Shen Guofu picked up the teacup in front of him and took a sip, feigning modesty as he said, "I was actually planning to play pool with your Uncle Tan, but since there's something going on in the store, I'll just find him next week. I wouldn't want your seasoned delicacies to be less than perfect."

He was just about to continue his pretense with a few more words of caution when Han Shuzhen, sitting beside him, couldn't stand it anymore, "Lin Xu gave you an excuse to drink, and you should've just gone along with it. Why put on an act? With your half-baked cooking skills, are you really planning to give pointers to your son-in-law?"

Shen Guofu: "..."

I just got too into character, too immersed in the role!

He bowed his head, shoveling rice into his mouth without uttering another word.

I can't retort right now. Otherwise, with just one word, my wife could have a car sent over immediately, whether from home or the company. Better not risk it. As long as I can get a drink, my goal will be achieved. As for being ridiculed by her, isn't that pretty normal?

Han Shuzhen picked up a piece of fish liver and put it in Shen Guofu's bowl, gently saying, "Don't just focus on the rice; eat more of the dishes."

Shen Guofu's heart warmed. "Thank you, my dear. I'll do the exercises when I get home tonight."

I knew what you were going to say, so I said it for you. See how considerate I am! Son-in-law, learn from this. When dealing with your wife, you must be like me: anticipate her needs, think what she thinks.

As he was secretly pleased with himself, he heard Han Shuzhen force a few words through her clenched teeth, "Then no exercises tonight. Tonight, I'll take you to practice aerial yoga!"

HMPH! You dare to get one over on me? Just wait and see how I'll deal with you tonight! Han Shuzhen thought.

Shen Guofu: ?????

I just got good at the Compendium of Materia Medica dance routine, why a new project all of a sudden?

While he was inwardly fretting, not far off at another dining table, the chefs, almost sated, were quietly discussing the Stewed Fish Entrails on their table.

"The boss's cooking is really top-notch. I usually can only finish one bowl of rice, but today even two bowls aren't quite enough."

"Me too, this Stewed Fish Entrails dish is so good with rice."

"Every dish the boss makes is a classic."

"He has ventured into all the major cuisines. I used to think the boss couldn't make Northeastern dishes, but not only does he make them, he does so professionally. Impressive, impressive."

"I wonder when the boss will make Sweet and Sour Pork; I love that dish."

As everyone was praising Lin Xu's culinary skills, Shu Yun and Song Tiantian came upstairs with their bowls of rice. Seeing that there was still plenty of food at Wei Qian and the others' table, they asked with a smile, "Can we sit here and eat?"

Wei Qian and his group hurriedly made space; Ji Minghui even got up to bring over two chairs from a nearby table.

Zhuang Yizhou asked curiously, "Store Manager, why did you two come up here to eat?"

"The dishes downstairs are running a bit low, so we decided to show some team spirit and eat up here... Hey, you guys really did hide some good stuff! What's this dish in the middle?"

Shu Yun originally wanted to try the Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs, but she had already eaten two pieces downstairs. So, she wanted to try the dish in the middle, which looked quite appetizing.

Wei Qian moved the bowl of Stewed Fish Entrails toward her and Song Tiantian. "This is the boss's Stewed Fish Entrails. You two should try it; it goes great with rice."

Song Tiantian had initially planned to just have a small bowl of rice. After all, as the front desk manager dressed in a slim-fit suit, she needed to watch her figure.

However, upon hearing "Stewed Fish Entrails," her interest was piqued. "The boss can make Northeastern dishes too? Then I have to give it a taste."

The two of them tried some of the Stewed Fish Entrails, and their faces immediately showed expressions of shock.

Shu Yun was shocked that Lin Xu could make the Stewed Fish Entrails so delicious—not only were they completely free of any fishy taste, but they even had a rich, almost unctuous texture.

This handsome boss is just too amazing, isn't he? she thought.

Song Tiantian, on the other hand, was shocked that Lin Xu could prepare such authentic Northeastern cuisine.

Even if you went to an old, established restaurant in the Northeast, it would be at most this good, right? Amazing, amazing. The boss is truly incredible! she marveled.

Shu Yun had come upstairs looking for a couple of side dishes to finish her bowl of rice, but after tasting Lin Xu's Stewed Fish Entrails, she couldn't help but serve herself another small bowl.

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