Chapter 347 - Chapter 347: Chapter 347 They Are More Like Family l (1/2)
Chapter 347: Chapter 347 They Are More Like Family l
“What’s the matter?”
“I just want to trouble you to keep an eye on Meimei… She… Despite Meimei’s good martial arts skills, she isn’t as smart as Ruoruo. I’m afraid she’ll be deceived by some of those crafty boys in your family…”
As Xu Zhengyong spoke, his cheeks turned slightly red.
“You should talk to Ruoruo about this,” Wei Jinyi said.
“No, that won’t do. Meimei and Ruoruo are like peas in a pod. If I tell Ruoruo, Meimei will also find out.”
“I understand, I’ll pay attention for you,” Wei Jinyi replied.
Upon hearing this response, Xu Zhengyong patted Wei Jinyi on the shoulder cheerfully. “Well then, thanks in advance, Second Brother Wei!”
After discussing the matter with Xu Zhengyong, Wei Ruo and Wei Jinyi didn’t immediately leave. At the enthusiastic invitation of the nanny’s family, they stayed for supper.
The dining table was set up in the courtyard, where the nanny had prepared a variety of homemade dishes.
While these dishes didn’t have the culinary skills of the master chef at Zuixian Residence nor the high-end ingredients, they carried a warm, homey taste that was irresistible.
At the dinner table, Wei Jinyi saw a different side of Wei Ruo when she chatted and laughed with Xu’s family.
Perhaps this warm, relaxed version of her was her true self, unlike the restrained rendition in the colonel’s house.
The interactions among Wei Ruo and Xu’s family also gave Wei Jinyi a sense of warmth and relaxation he hadn’t felt before.
“Second Brother Wei, eat more.” Xu Zhengyong enthusiastically served Wei Jinyi food. “Look how thin you are. You look like you could topple over in the wind. I bet that a single punch from me would knock you off your feet. You need to eat more and build up your strength.”
Xiumei chuckled at the side.
“Meimei, what are you laughing at?” Xu Zhengyong asked.
“Nothing really, I’m just looking forward to you punching the second young master once,” Xiumei said with a laugh.
“I was only making a metaphor. Second Brother Wei is nice to Ruoruo, why would I punch him?” Xu Zhengyong turned to Wei Jinyi and explained, “Don’t worry, Second Brother Wei. Even though my fists are hard, they are not meant for you, but for anyone who bullies Ruoruo.”
“Hmm.” Wei Jinyi confirmed.
Xiumei laughed even harder.
“Meimei, what the hell are you laughing at?” Xu Zhengyong asked, puzzled.
“Nothing really, it’s just that Brother Xiaoyong, you are so powerful”, Xiumei exclaimed, still laughing.
Xu Zhengyong gave her a puzzled look. He had a hunch that Xiumei was sarcastically ridiculing him, but he couldn’t find any evidence to prove it.
Wei Ruo served a big piece of preserved vegetable and braised pork into Wei Jinyi’s bowl. “Brother Xiaoyong is right. You do look a bit weak, so you should eat more. This dish of preserved vegetable and braised pork is one of my nanny’s best dishes. Try it.”
In the Wei household, personal serving during meals would be considered uncouth.
But in the Xu family, there was no such taboo, no rules about silence during meals. The dining table was lively and warm, something not found in the Wei house.
“Hmm.” Wei Jinyi picked up a piece of meat and tasted it with care. “It’s delicious.”
The nanny sighed when she heard Wei Jinyi compliment the food. As Ruo’s brother, Wei Jinyi, who had grown up in the Military Prefecture, had been accustomed to delicate food. She was worried he may not be fond of preserved and pickled dishes.
Xu Zhengyong told Wei Jinyi, “Second Brother Wei, you should come over more frequently with Ruoruo and my younger disciple sister. My mom knows many recipes.”
“Hmm.” Wei Jinyi responded with a gentle smile.
“Who is your disciple sister?” Xiumei wasn’t happy with Xu Zhengyong’s term for her.
“You!” Xu Zhengyong stated confidently.
“Noway, I am your elder disciple sister!” Xiumei retorted.