The fragrance of medicine fills the countryside in 1990

Chapter 66 Chen Fangyu made a family dinner, 90s radio
Chen Fangyu stood by the window, her figure illuminated by the soft sunlight, looking dreamy.

Her slender fingers gently grasped the microphone, her white knuckles standing out clearly in the light and shadow.

Her heartbeat was like a plucked string, trembling gently.

She carefully called Gu Xinliang.

Gu Xinliang's voice was like a special comfort to her, allowing her to find a moment of peace in the midst of busyness and fatigue.

"Has Dean Chen arrived in Jiangcheng? Has he had lunch yet?" Gu Xinliang's voice was full of concern and warmth.

Chen Fangyu's voice was filled with a subtle expectation. She smiled and replied, "Xiao Jin has eaten with me. How about you?"

Gu Xinliang answered without hesitation, "I've eaten too. I'll come find you right away."

Then he hung up the phone, quickly put on a coat, and walked out of the medical school building.

He walked through the bustling crowd, his steps hurried but each one firm and powerful.

Not long after, he hurried to the agreed location.

Gu Xinliang had his usual gentle smile on his face, but his eyes revealed a hint of sharp insight.

He keenly captured the subtle changes in the atmosphere between Chen Fangyu and Su Chenjin, and the air seemed to be filled with an indescribable emotion.

Gu Xinliang couldn't help but want to explore the mystery, but he was afraid of touching the secret deep in Chen Fangyu's heart.

He said jokingly, "Dean Chen Fangyu came to Jiangcheng in person, and the first thing she came to do was to look for classmate Xiaojin. You are so close that people who don't know the truth might mistake you two for real mother and daughter."

When Chen Fangyu heard this, a smile flashed in her eyes.

She shook her head gently, smiled softly and gently, with a hint of joy in her voice, "I can't bear to let you be my daughter!"

Her smile is like the rising sun, warm and bright.

Gu Xinliang was slightly stunned, then quickly changed the subject.

He looked up at the bright sunshine outside the window. The golden light sprinkled on his face, reflecting the stars in his eyes.

He smiled and said, "The weather is very good today. I have already properly handled the matter that Dean Chen entrusted to me. Now, shall we go together now?"

Chen Fangyu nodded to show her agreement.

She turned sideways and said softly to Su Chenjin, "I have asked Director Gu Xinliang to find an apartment for me. I will live there for the next few days."

Her voice is like a spring breeze, warming people's hearts.

Upon hearing this, Su Chenjin immediately offered to help with the luggage.

Chen Fangyu agreed with a smile. She put the luggage next to Su Chenjin and said, "Such a well-behaved girl, anyone would like her!"

Gu Xinliang also nodded in agreement, "That's absolutely right!"

Gu Xinliang turned and walked towards the door. His figure looked even taller and straighter in the morning sun. The moment he turned around, the sunlight seemed to glance at him sideways, sprinkling on his back, covering him with a layer of golden battle robe, making him shine brightly.

He tilted his head slightly, and his deep eyes seemed to contain thousands of words, yet it seemed that everything was self-evident.

He looked at Su Chenjin, his eyes revealing a complex emotion, and then his gaze turned to Chen Fangyu. Their eyes met, and time stopped at this moment.

A knowing smile appeared on Gu Xinliang's face, which was a tacit understanding that only the two of them could understand.

Chen Fangyu followed closely behind Gu Xinliang, walking on this familiar street. She looked at his steady steps, listened to his brisk voice, and felt inexplicably relieved.

For this visit, Gu Xinliang put in a lot of effort for her.

Gu Xinliang said softly: "The security in this area is very good, but if you want to go out at night, you still have to call me." His voice was low and gentle, and every word revealed his concern and care for Chen Fangyu.

Chen Fangyu felt a warm current in her heart when she heard his words. She nodded gratefully and responded with a smile: "I won't go out at night, but I want to have a good chat with classmate Xiaojin! Classmate Xiaojin, you can come over in the evening, and I will prepare a family dinner for you!"

Upon hearing this, Su Chenjin glanced at Gu Xinliang, only to see him smiling and nodding, as if encouraging her to accept the invitation.

So, Su Chenjin readily agreed: "Dean Chen, I have time in the evening, I will come and help!"

Chen Fangyu happily agreed when she heard it. She said, "Okay, okay, even though I don't cook much, my cooking is still delicious! If you don't believe me, you can ask Director Gu Xinliang!"

Gu Xinliang was stunned for a moment, then he smiled awkwardly. He said, "Xiaojin, you'll have to bear with me tonight! I'll go to the market to buy vegetables later!"

Gu Xinliang's suggestion was like a spring breeze, injecting new vitality into the originally calm conversation.

Chen Fangyu's eyes flashed with eagerness.

She was eager to feel the bustle and prosperity of Jiangcheng Vegetable Market and experience that unique urban atmosphere.

Su Chenjin looked at Chen Fangyu's excited expression and felt a sense of recognition in his heart.

In the bustling vegetable market, Chen Fangyu was like an agile hunter, scanning every stall with sharp eyes.

Her movements were swift and decisive. She quickly scooped up the lively shrimps one by one. Her hands moved skillfully among the seafood, and each grab was accurate. No crab, fish or other seafood was spared.

Her strictness in selecting ingredients is astonishing. Each one is carefully selected by her, and only the most delicious and freshest ingredients can catch her eye.

Soon, her shopping cart was like a small mountain, filled with all kinds of ingredients.

The colorful seafood and vegetables were stacked neatly.

At the same time, Gu Xinliang was busy on the side. He didn't want to lose in this food battle, so he picked a bottle of secret garlic sauce.

He was well aware of the unique flavor of the sauce packet and planned to use it to make a delicious garlic steamed fish in the evening so that his family could taste his cooking skills.

How could just one delicious dish satisfy him? Gu Xinliang looked around and his eyes finally locked on a piece of ribs.

The ribs were tender, with alternating fat and lean parts, and looked very tempting.

He picked it up without hesitation, intending to add a bowl of nutritious pork rib soup to tonight's dinner.

He tilted his head slightly and said to Su Chenjin, "We're in for a treat tonight. Plenty of pork rib soup!"

Su Chenjin's mouth corners raised, his eyes flashed with joy, and he nodded slightly.

Gu Xinliang turned around and walked towards Su Chenjin with vigorous steps, each step full of power.

He reached out and took the bag from Su Chenjin. Gu Xinliang said softly, "These vegetables are quite heavy. Let me carry them."

The three of them walked side by side towards the new apartment, laughing and talking all the way.

Chen Fangyu held Su Chenjin's hand tightly, her smile as bright as the spring sunshine.

She exclaimed: "Director Gu, you are really good at buying vegetables. You can always buy such fresh and good ingredients!"

It was rare for Gu Xinliang to reveal his homely side outside the Gu family. He lowered his head and revealed a simple smile.

He said, "How can I let you two suffer for such a trivial matter as buying groceries?"

After arriving at the new apartment, Gu Xinliang and Su Chenjin left only after Chen Fangyu had tidied up the new room.

At night, when darkness fell, Chen Fangyu's kitchen was brightly lit, and the aroma of food filled the air, whetting her appetite.

Chen Fangyu is busy preparing a sumptuous dinner. Her technique is skillful and every move she makes is full of confidence.

She stood in front of the fire, wearing a white apron and a confident smile on her face.

The spatula in her hand was like a band conductor's baton. As she waved it, the ingredients in the kitchen seemed to turn into musical notes, jumping and spinning, performing beautiful music.

The flames danced at the bottom of the pot, illuminating her face, and her eyes sparkled with intelligence, focused and intense.

The first dish to appear was Kung Pao Chicken.

The fiery red peppers, golden chicken, and emerald green onions dance in the pot, creating a visual feast.

Chen Fangyu stir-fried the food lightly. Every time she lifted and lowered the spatula, it was full of power and rhythm, as if she was playing a beautiful piece of music.

The rich aroma gradually spread, filling the entire kitchen with tempting smells, making people unable to help but salivate.

Then, Chen Fangyu brought out her special dish - cumin lamb.

She carefully selected mutton with alternating fat and lean parts and cut it into thin slices, like pieces of crystal clear snowflakes.

Quickly stir-fried in hot oil and sprinkled with spicy cumin powder, the lamb sizzles in the pan and exudes an enticing aroma.

Every bite is filled with the rich flavor of cumin and lamb, leaving you with an unforgettable aftertaste.

Chen Fangyu's plating is unique. She carefully placed the cumin lamb on the plate, like a beautiful painting, making people reluctant to pick up their chopsticks.

Looking at the masterpiece in front of him, Chen Fangyu decided to keep working on it.

Next, she will make shredded pork with Beijing sauce. She uses tender pork, cuts it into thin strips, and then pairs it with a special sauce.

The shredded pork is quickly stir-fried in the pan and coated with a thick layer of sauce, just like wearing gorgeous clothes.

When arranging the dish, she made sure the wraps had the sweet aroma of wheat, and Beijing-style shredded pork with soybean sauce was lightly spread on the side, like a beautiful landscape painting.

In the final stage of cooking, Chen Fangyu finally showed off her killer dish: stir-fried meat.

For her, this dish has long surpassed simple cooking skills and has become a unique artistic expression.

She knows very well that behind every dish lies endless emotion and craftsmanship.

Chen Fangyu carefully selected a piece of pork belly and cut it into thin slices. Each slice was as thin as a cicada's wing and crystal clear.

She then cleverly paired it with bright green and red peppers and plump garlic cloves to make the whole dish more colorful.

When these ingredients are quickly stir-fried in the pan, the aroma of meat, vegetables and garlic intertwine to form an intoxicating aroma.

With the control of the heat and the skill of stir-frying, a delicious dish with good color, aroma and taste gradually appears before your eyes. Every bite of the stir-fried pork makes people intoxicated and linger.

The tender meat, paired with crisp vegetables and the rich aroma of garlic, is like a delicious symphony in your mouth.

Chen Fangyu’s kitchen is a small magic house.

Here, ordinary ingredients can be given new life under her skillful hands and turned into mouth-watering delicacies.

As the night deepens, the moonlight shines on the quiet corridor, adding a touch of mystery to this peaceful night.

Suddenly, a brisk knock on the door broke the silence and echoed in the empty corridor.

Chen Fangyu stopped what he was doing, and an inexplicable expectation surged in his heart.

She walked quickly to the door and opened it gently.

Outside the door, Su Chenjin was standing there with a bouquet of colorful flowers in her hand, smiling.

The moonlight shines on her beautiful face, adding a touch of mystery and tenderness to her.

Chen Fangyu's eyes lit up and she took the bouquet with surprise. The fragrance of the flowers made her smile brightly.

Their eyes met in the air, and there was an invisible force that connected them tightly, and the atmosphere was warm and sweet.

"Good evening, President Chen!" Su Chenjin greeted happily, with a hint of anticipation in his voice.

Chen Fangyu smiled and nodded, with happiness shining in her eyes, "I'm glad you're here!"

Su Chenjin walked lightly into the kitchen, every step in her step was in a cheerful rhythm. She gave Chen Fangyu a warm smile and began to work side by side with her to prepare tonight's feast.

"Xiao Jin, can you help me get another clean basin?" Chen Fangyu turned her head, her eyes full of pleading.

Su Chenjin nodded slightly. This was a tacit understanding between them that did not require any words.

She quickly picked out a spotless white basin from the cupboard and picked up a large bowl and placed it aside.

She walked to the chopping board, picked up the knife and began to chop onions and garlic. Her technique was as skillful as dancing on piano keys, smooth and graceful.

Chen Fangyu was secretly observing Su Chenjin from the side, and had already planned to give her a surprise.

She remembered Su Chenjin once said that steamed fish with garlic was her favorite. The tender fish meat, combined with the aroma of garlic, always made her taste buds crazy.

"Let's make steamed fish tonight. With garlic flavor," Chen Fangyu said softly, with anticipation gleaming in her eyes. She was waiting for Su Chenjin's surprised reaction.

Su Chenjin stopped the knife in her hand and turned to look at Chen Fangyu, her eyes full of joy and delight. She didn't expect that Dean Chen Fangyu still remembered what she had said unintentionally.

Chen Fangyu and Su Chenjin sat around the warm fire, the firelight dancing on their faces, reflecting their focused and bright eyes.

The two of them each held cooking tools in their hands and shared their cooking experiences while busy preparing dinner.

Chen Fangyu is a cooking expert, and she has unique insights into the selection of ingredients and cooking techniques. She smiled and said: "Everyone knows that you need to add aged wine when steaming fish, but ordinary aged wine cannot make the fish taste good. My favorite is Huadiao, which has a unique aroma and can make the fish more delicious."

Her words are full of confidence. For her, every cooking is a creation of art.

Su Chenjin also performed well in cooking thanks to her talent for dexterity.

While cutting the fish, she shared her experience: "There are some tricks to slicing fish. You have to cut the fish into thin slices within 0.09 seconds. Only in this way can the fish retain the most tender taste."

There was a hint of pride in her words; her knife skills were truly admirable.

The two of them cooperated with each other as well as old friends, one was responsible for processing the ingredients and the other for cooking. Their conversation was full of ease and joy.

With their joint efforts, most of the preparations for dinner have been completed.

The fire gradually grew stronger, and the whole kitchen was filled with tempting aroma.

However, at this moment, the doorbell suddenly rang, and the crisp sound broke the silence of the kitchen.

Chen Fangyu frowned, put down the shovel in his hand in confusion, and walked to the door. When the door opened, Gu Xinliang's figure came into view.

He was dressed in casual clothes with a relaxed smile on his face, and he seemed to be shut out from the hustle and bustle of the world.

"It's so lively, how could I miss it?" Gu Xinliang walked in with a smile, and a faint fragrance wafted with him.

He looked around, his eyes finally settling in the direction of the kitchen.

Gu Xinliang took off his coat, hung it gently on a chair beside him, and then walked towards the kitchen.

He pushed open the door, and a strong aroma of food hit his nose, which made him smile. This was the smell of home, warmth, peace, and happiness.

"How can I be missing from this steamed fish with garlic sauce? I'm famous for this dish!" Gu Xinliang said confidently. His words made Chen Fangyu burst out laughing. She knew that Gu Xinliang always liked to joke, but this time she felt that his words were a little serious.

It was the first time that Su Chenjin heard that Gu Xinliang could cook fish, and she immediately made some space for him.

Gu Xinliang stood in front of the fire and smiled mysteriously, "I have a secret! I'll tell you now!"

He whispered his secret to Su Chenjin, "The soul of this dish lies in the aroma of garlic! I have a secret recipe!" Su Chenjin listened carefully and nodded from time to time, her eyes flashing with love and yearning for food.

Chen Fangyu, watching the two of them getting along so well, smiled knowingly.

The Gu family dinner was finally over, and Chen Fangyuyou sat opposite Su Chenjin.

She picked up the wine glass in front of her and raised it to Gu Xinliang, her voice full of joy: "Today is a day worth celebrating. We are all getting together to have a simple meal. I made a few nice side dishes myself, and Xiaojin also helped out a lot. He is such a sensible and good child. He has worked so hard."

Gu Xinliang, a man who is well-known in the medical field, put down his dignity at this moment, with a warm smile on his face, and responded: "I have to praise Xiaojin's cooking skills. Even an old gourmet like me can't help but eat a few more bites! Especially this steamed fish with garlic sauce, the garlic flavor is so authentic that it makes people linger!"

Chen Fangyu covered her mouth and chuckled, her bright eyes flashing with cunning light, "Yes, Dean Chen's craftsmanship is also first-class!"

Gu Xinliang smiled and shook his head, pretending to be helpless and said: "You only cook it occasionally, and every time you let me, the chef, show off my skills."

Chen Fangyu blinked, revealing a hint of mischief and cunning in her eyes, "It's delicious even if you make it occasionally! Who says you can only make it well if you make it often?"

As she finished her words, she picked up a piece of fresh fish meat, but secretly glanced at Gu Xinliang and Su Chenjin. Her eyes moved between the two of them.

She noticed how carefully Gu Xinliang took care of Su Chenjin. He picked up a piece of fish with fewer bones and put it in Su Chenjin's bowl, saying softly to her, "So you like fish, then eat more. You've worked hard tonight, enjoy our Gu family dinner."

This scene came into Chen Fangyu's eyes silently, and it was as if a small stone was thrown into her heart, causing ripples.

She coughed lightly, skillfully concealing her inner turmoil, lowered her head, and concentrated on tasting the food in the bowl.

However, the corner of her eyes was like a cunning fox, and she would secretly glance at Gu Xinliang and Su Chenjin who were sitting opposite her from time to time, as if she was figuring out something.

Gu Xinliang felt his mother Chen Fangyu's gaze, a familiar and complex look that he could not ignore.

He gently raised the wine glass in his hand and clinked it lightly with Chen Fangyu's glass, making a crisp sound, just like a subtle emotional exchange between them.

His eyes revealed a hint of helplessness and doting, trying to tell Chen Fangyu that he had made his own decision.

At the end of the family dinner, the laughter and the sound of clinking glasses gradually subsided, leaving only the faint aroma of food lingering in the air, like a soft symphony, slowly echoing in every corner.

On the dining table, the silver tableware gleamed softly under the light, recording the warmth and joy of this evening.

Gu Xinliang stood up with a smile and took out an exquisite box from the antique shelf next to him. The box was simple and elegant, revealing a sense of years of precipitation. He gently opened the box, revealing a retro-style 90s radio.

He walked up to Su Chenjin and handed her the radio, with a warm light in his eyes.

His voice was deep and magnetic, and every word contained deep emotion. "Xiao Jin, this is a gift I prepared specially for you."

His voice is like a spring breeze, making people feel extremely comfortable.

Su Chenjin took the radio with surprise. Her fingers gently stroked the familiar metal texture, as if she could touch the unique time of the 90s.

She looked up at Gu Xinliang, her eyes full of gratitude and surprise.

Her voice trembled slightly, revealing her inner emotion.

"Thank you, Director Gu." She said, her voice was like the sound of nature, which made people feel extremely pleasant.

Chen Fangyu's expression became cheerful. She patted Su Chenjin's shoulder gently, indicating her to listen to the news and radio.

Su Chenjin quickly dialed the city radio of Sujiazhuang, and the sound coming from her ears passed through her body like an electric current.

The voice was clear and powerful, and every word seemed to hit her heart.

"According to Jincheng headlines, Xiao Cui, the ex-wife of well-known entrepreneur Zhang Linyuan, recently appeared in Jincheng. She claimed that she wanted to regain everything she had lost. This former couple has once again become the focus of media attention. Let us wait and see how their emotional entanglement will develop."

The news anchor's calm and magnetic voice, like the first ray of sunshine in the morning, penetrated Su Chenjin's heart.

Her mood suddenly became complicated, and her thoughts were like smoke blown away by the wind. A strange text message she received a few days ago emerged in Su Chenjin's mind.

The content of the text message was like a puzzle that she could not figure out. Every word seemed to contain some deep meaning, yet it was vague.

She had tried many times to decipher its meaning, but had been unable to find the answer.

At this moment, her heartbeat suddenly accelerated, as if it was about to jump out of her chest.

She quickly took out her cell phone and found the message she had forgotten in the corner.

Every word seemed to be magnified by a magnifying glass. She read it carefully, trying to find hidden clues.

Finally, she discovered the secret of the text message - it was an acrostic poem.

The first letters of each sentence together formed a name: Zhang Linyuan. This name was like a flash of lightning, instantly cutting through the fog in her heart.

Su Chenjin carefully connected the first word of the entire poem, and she discovered that Zhang Linyuan was about to come to Jiangda to find her.

This news was like a bomb, causing huge waves in Su Chenjin's heart.

Her thoughts were like waves, rolling and surging.

She couldn't calm down, nor could she resist the sudden news.