I have ten trillion licking dog gold

Cai Ma's Pickles Restaurant.

On the way there, he spoke confidently, saying that this place was close to his sister-in-law's hotel and had a wide variety of dishes, including representative dishes of the province. But when he arrived and saw the crowd sitting in rows on plastic stools at the entrance, Hong Xiaoyu was speechless.

Have you made a reservation?

Duan Xueying, who had parked her car in the parking lot across the street, turned her head and asked.

Hong Xiaoyu said awkwardly and without much confidence, "...I thought it wouldn't be this many people today since it's not the weekend."

“People here do have a particular fondness for food and drink,” Li Shurui said with a smile.

I made a fool of myself.

If this were a business reception, it would be a disaster.

It's not surprising that Hong Xiaoyu was here. He had been here a few times, but always with his superiors or for departmental team-building dinners. He never needed to make any arrangements and always just went in directly. Therefore, he never paid much attention to the people queuing inside and outside the store.

His impression was that the store was doing brisk business, but he had no concept of "queueing up for a seat".

Furthermore, being so excited to finally meet his real sister-in-law, he couldn't care less about that.

"I've already thought of your next department: Public Relations."

Duan Xueying defused her boyfriend's awkward situation with a joke, then turned around and said, "Sister Shurui, let's go to another one."

"No need. The fact that so many people are queuing up in this cold weather means the food must be really good. Besides, you'd probably have to queue up at other restaurants too," Li Shurui said with a half-smile.

Hong Xiaoyu blushed slightly.

Duan Xueying remained calm and said, "Alright, I'll listen to Sister Shurui."

The three got out of the car.

Crossing the road.

Walking beside his girlfriend, Hong Xiaoyu secretly winked at her and whispered, "Shouldn't you think of something?"

It was my first time meeting my sister-in-law, and I was the host, so I couldn't really make her wait for a table.

Don't even mention how precious your sister-in-law's time is.

When the news reached his cousin, how could he bear it?
"Since Sister Shurui says to wait, then we will wait."

Duan Xueying responded in a low voice, which only the two of them could hear, her tone full of meaning.

Hong Xiaoyu didn't quite understand, but seemed to understand a little. She pursed her lips, said nothing more, crossed the street, entered the store, and scanned the code to queue up.

Good guy.

Surprisingly, it showed that there were still eleven tables ahead of us. Fortunately, there were three floors with more tables and a fast turnover rate. If it were a small shop, we could have just left.

"No rush, come on, let's go sit down."

Li Shurui remained remarkably calm as she walked toward the "rest area," with Hong Xiaoyu quickly following behind.

"Sister Shurui, would you like some candy?"

Duan Xueying opened her palm and took a mint from the tray. In addition to candy, the pickle shop also thoughtfully prepared snacks such as melon seeds, peanuts, fruits, and biscuits for the waiting customers.

"Thank you."

Li Shurui smiled, took the candy, and sat in the crowded environment without any sign of discomfort. She was easygoing and approachable, which was quite different from Hong Xiaoyu's first impression of her.

really.

People can't be seen.

"I'm sorry, sister-in-law..."

He apologized, feeling embarrassed.

"There's nothing to be embarrassed about. It's nice to talk."

Li Shurui stroked the mint candy. "Really not going to reconsider?"

Hong Xiaoyu shook his head without hesitation, “...My abilities are still insufficient.”

"It's not a matter of ability, is it?"

Li Shurui's eyes were smiling, and the shimmering light seemed to see right through people's hearts. "You're worried about being gossiped about, aren't you?"

"...that's also part of the reason."

Hong Xiaoyu didn't hypocritically deny it.

“If you went to visit Tianci, you wouldn’t have these concerns. Your brother has always been one to recommend people based on merit, regardless of kinship. If they have the same work ability, why not appoint someone close to him?”

Seeing his sister-in-law tear open the packaging and pop the mint into her mouth, Hong Xiaoyu was speechless for a moment.

“I think Sister Shurui is right. As long as it doesn’t go against reason, there’s no reason not to help one’s relatives.”

Li Shurui smiled and nodded, "You don't have to believe what I say, but Xueying certainly wouldn't lie to you, right?" Hong Xiaoyu blushed, "Sister-in-law..."

"Don't have too much mental burden. This project is quite large and covers a wide range, so there will be many people involved. It's not like you're going to be the leader; you're just going to be a cog in the machine."

Li Shurui's words amused Duan Xueying, as well as Hong Xiaoyu, who immediately relaxed and unconsciously nodded slightly, "That makes sense."

"I've finally figured it out."

Hong Xiaoyu's smile widened, he clenched his fist, and mustered his courage, "Since my sister-in-law needs me, I will definitely do my best."

Even Duan Xueying was taken aback, not to mention Li Shurui, before smiling.

She's really finally figured it out.

"Sure, just for saying that, I'll give you a 50% raise."

Even the CEO of Tianci Capital can't control the welfare benefits of Jinhai Industry.

However, as the daughter of the top official in Jinhai Jiangcheng, Duan Xueying had no objections whatsoever, and Hong Xiaoyu immediately said, "Thank you, sister-in-law."

It's becoming more and more natural.

It's getting smoother and smoother.

The three chatted and laughed, while people came and went around them.

Li Shurui suddenly raised her wrist and glanced at the time.

It's almost 6:30.

The sky outside was still shrouded in darkness.

"There are three tables left."

Noticing her movement, Hong Xiaoyu quickly checked the ranking information on her phone.

Li Shurui looked at him and smiled, "I was just checking the time."

"It should be soon."

Hong Xiaoyu subconsciously felt that the other person was getting impatient, so he immediately got up and went to get a paper menu. "Why don't you take a look and decide what to eat, sister-in-law?"

Li Shurui knew his intentions. She took the food but didn't rush to look at it. Instead, she said, "I'll send a message."

She took out her phone, sent a message, and then leisurely looked at the menu.

"Fried pepper stir-fried with pork intestines? What is fried pepper?"

"It's a famous dish here, and my brother loves it."

"Really? I've never heard him mention that. When I ask him what he wants to eat, he always says 'anything is fine.'"

"Hehe, my brother isn't picky about food, he'll eat anything."

Li Shurui nodded, "Then let's order this one, I'll learn how."

"what?"

Hong Xiaoyu was stunned. He looked at his girlfriend and found her to be quite calm. He looked away and asked with some doubt, "Sister-in-law can cook?"

"I'm not very good at it, but I can make some. It's edible."

Li Shurui said modestly, and continued browsing the menu.

Hong Xiaoyu was speechless. He looked the other person up and down again. The other person's appearance, temperament and speech were impeccable. He did not dare to make any random comments. He pursed his lips, but he could not suppress his inner thoughts.

He had a new intuition when he was very young, following his older cousin around.

His cousin was someone he would look up to for the rest of his life.

And indeed, that was the case.

"Room 502 is ready to dine. Room 502."

"this!"

Hong Xiaoyu raised his hand.

The waiter noticed and quickly came over. "Sorry to keep you waiting. Please follow me. Are there three of you?"

Hong Xiaoyu stood up, about to nod, when he heard, "Four people."

He turned his head and saw his sister-in-law slowly getting up.

"Sister-in-law, who else is there?"

"Your sister Fang Qing."

"Huh?!" (End of Chapter)