Courtyard House: He Daqing Forces Qin Huairu into Marrying at the Beginning

With a sky full of stars overhead, Liu Wu struggled to lift his head, gazing at the gate of the steel rolling mill, his eyes filled with resentment and helplessness.

After struggling for a moment, he finally collapsed to the ground.

Given how things have turned out, even if He Daqing wanted to help, he couldn't, let alone refuse.

Liu Wu has effectively cut off his own path.

Chapter 21 Getting married

As soon as he got off work, He Daqing rode his bicycle to the school to pick up Yushui. After taking his daughter back to the courtyard house and settling her in, he rushed to the banquet.

The distance between the steel rolling mill, Hongxing Primary School, and the courtyard house is not too far, but it still takes quite a bit of time to walk around them.

Fortunately, He Daqing had a bicycle and arrived at Cuihualou on time.

After locking the car, I followed the waiter to the private room.

Upon entering, one sees Director Zhao sitting to the east, Wang Dahai sitting with his legs crossed on the left, and a young man with a reserved demeanor sitting below him.

"Master He, you've arrived."

Director Zhao greeted them warmly.

"The Great Qing Dynasty has been waiting for you. Come over quickly."

Wang Dahai pointed to the seat opposite him and laughed.

"I kept you waiting."

He Daqing didn't stand on ceremony and relaxed, sitting down in the seat to the right of Director Zhao.

"This is my nephew, Huang Kai."

This is Director Wang of the Second Canteen, and this is Chef He.

Director Zhao introduced himself to the others.

The group nodded to each other, which was considered an introduction.

"Everyone's here, let's serve the food."

Before long, the waiters brought out one dish after another to the table.

Deep-fried meatballs, braised mandarin fish, and chicken slices with egg white filling—each dish is beautifully presented and exudes an enticing aroma.

Cuihualou was founded in the 40s by several Shandong cuisine masters and is known as the "Whampoa Military Academy" of Shandong cuisine, enjoying a high reputation.

"When it comes to Shandong cuisine, the Qing Dynasty was a true expert."

Wang Dahai glanced at He Daqing and couldn't help but laugh.

Among the northern cuisines, Shandong cuisine is considered the most prestigious. He Daqing has studied cooking for many years and has extensive knowledge of Shandong cuisine.

In his youth, he won the approval of his fellow students with a dish called "Three Whites in a Pork Belly," proving himself to be a true expert.

"is it?

"Master He, hurry up and try it, see how it is."

Director Zhao picked up a deep-fried meatball and gestured for everyone to start eating.

He Daqing picked up his chopsticks and tasted all the dishes, nodding in praise.

"Cuihualou's Shandong cuisine truly lives up to its reputation."

The deep-fried meatballs are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, cooked to perfection, and seasoned deliciously.

The chicken slices with egg white broth are tender and smooth, the fish is fresh and delicious, and the water chestnuts are crisp and sweet, resulting in a superb taste that brings out the original flavor of the ingredients.

The mandarin fish in soy sauce is rich and flavorful, the fish is fresh and delicious, and you can also taste the unique freshness of crab meat.

The sauces are made with yellow soybean paste, sweet bean sauce, fermented soybean paste, soy sauce, and minced ginger. The three sauces are mixed together to create a harmonious and rich flavor.

Shandong cuisine emphasizes that sauces and ginger are inseparable.

This sauce really brings out the flavor of the ginger, which is great.

Many of the veteran chefs at Cuihualou are considered He Daqing's predecessors, and their culinary skills are beyond question.

Even if the dishes had minor flaws, He Daqing would not expose them.

We're all in the same industry; if someone comes to nitpick, it'll be like challenging us.

"Look, now that's what you call knowing how to eat!"

Master He is a truly skilled person.

Xiao Kai, you'd better work hard under Chef He when you join the second canteen.

"Master He, let me offer you a toast."

Director Zhao raised his glass in a toast.

He Daqing's culinary skills are renowned at Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill, and many people want to become his apprentices.

Director Zhao also had the idea of ​​having Huang Kai become his apprentice.

However, He Daqing and his group just finished arranging things for Huang Kai today, so making any further demands would be pushing their luck.

Therefore, Director Zhao's goal today is to first establish a good relationship, and then formally become an apprentice when a suitable opportunity arises in the future.

The group toasted and drank, creating a lively atmosphere, and the meal was enjoyed by both hosts and guests.

Huang Kai's onboarding was also successfully finalized.

I need to report to the second canteen first thing tomorrow morning.

After finishing their meal, He Daqing and Wang Dahai walked downstairs side by side, burping contentedly.

Before parting, Wang Dahai quietly took out 300,000 yuan from his pocket and handed it to He Daqing.

"It was given by Director Zhao, so we'll split it in half."

He Daqing took the money and put it directly into his pocket.

"You've worked hard this time."

"It's a small matter, nothing to worry about."

"You'll need to cook plenty of good food for the wedding banquet in three days."

"Absolutely, there will be plenty of meat and wine. Just eat as much as you want."

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Three days later, He Daqing got up early, washed up, combed his hair, changed into new clothes, and prepared to go to Qinjiacun to pick up his bride.

"Dad, are you ready?"

He Daqing was still looking in the mirror when He Yuzhu called from outside the door.

He Yuzhu took leave last night and returned to the courtyard house.

Today is his father's big day, and as his son, he can't not come back.

"I'm not in a hurry yet, why are you in such a hurry?"

"You've grown up, and you're eager to find a wife?"

He Daqing put down the comb, opened the door, and joked.

"Hey, Dad, stop joking."

My stepmother is still waiting.

He Yuzhu turned his head and changed the subject.

Sixteen or seventeen-year-old boys are full of vigor and it's perfectly normal for them to feel romantic feelings.

However, He Yuzhu was still learning to cook and didn't have time to think about these things.

"What stepmother? You should call her Aunt Qin."

He Daqing corrected.

"Dad, I haven't met Aunt Qin yet. What does she look like?"

He Yuzhu asked with some curiosity.

He currently knows nothing about his stepmother except that she is a girl from the village.

"How could your dad have bad taste?"

She's definitely a good girl.

Alright, that's enough.

Remember to prepare the ingredients first.

After saying that, He Daqing rode his bicycle toward Qinjiacun.

Upon arriving at Qin Yong's house, He Daqing familiarly offered cigarettes and some snacks to the wedding party.

Surrounded by a group of Qin family relatives, he entered the house and met Qin Huairu, who had been waiting for him for a long time.

Wearing new clothes, Qin Huairu had her hair up, and her pretty face was as pink as a ripe peach, making one want to pinch it.

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His eyes, shimmering with moisture, were dark and bright, lively and full of youthful energy.

Her nose was straight and delicate, and her cherry-like lips gleamed with an alluring luster, making one want to take a bite.

This white lotus flower, about to bloom, is breathtakingly beautiful.

"Huai Ru, I'm here to pick you up."

He Daqing strode forward and came to the bride's side.

Having lived two lives, He Daqing is finally getting married today, and his excitement is beyond words.

After today, this stunningly beautiful girl will be his.

Tonight, he must cherish her dearly.