We continued eating and chatting during this meal until three o'clock in the afternoon.
In the end, Du Fei's relationship with Zhu Ting made little progress, but he and Liu Jingwen had some sympathy for each other.
But Liu Jingwen's drinking capacity was average. After a few glasses of vodka, he felt hot behind his ears and flushed his cheeks, so he planned to go to Du Fei's house to read the Chongzhen version of "The Golden Ping Mei".
This made Zhu Ting and Zhu Li both speechless for a while.
This meal was originally said to be Zhu Ting's treat, but in the end the money fell on Zhu Li and Liu Jingwen.
The four of them said goodbye, and only Du Fei and Zhu Ting were left, who couldn't help but look at each other and smile.
Several days in advance, Zhu Ting had imagined what it would be like to have dinner with Du Fei at Lao Mo today.
It's a pity that she didn't consider Julie's unexpected factor after much deliberation.
Zhu Ting was really unwilling to go home like this.
Du Fei was also very considerate and pointed to the zoo next to the exhibition hall, "Why don't you go to the zoo and have a look? I haven't been there for a long time."
Zhu Ting was also a little moved.
But after thinking about it, he still shook his head and said, "It's too late today and it's not cost-effective to buy a ticket to go in."
Du Fei said hey, "We won't buy a ticket, I'll take you to jump over the wall."
Zhu Ting's eyes lit up. She had never done this kind of thing like jumping over the wall to evade fares since she was a child.
It's exciting just thinking about it.
If she was only seventeen or eighteen years old now, she would have to be abducted by Du Fei.
Zhu Ting glared at her and said angrily, "Young man, you have led all good people to bad things!" After saying that, she patted Du Fei again, and then said calmly, "Just go for a walk with me~"
Du Fei smiled and said, "I understand, just press on the road~"
"Don't come and pull me down!" Zhu Ting snorted, turned around and walked forward.
Du Fei pushed the cart to follow him, and the two of them walked westward along Xizhimenwai Street.
In the north, you can occasionally hear the sounds of various animals from the zoo.
The two of them had nothing to talk about, just chatting.
Du Fei opened his mouth and started bragging mode.
Zhu Ting was made to giggle from time to time.
Du Fei was not shy about it either. Occasionally he would make a couple of off-color jokes, which made Zhu Ting fight for a while...
The two of them walked around without feeling tired.
Until the sun turned to the west, and it was almost five o'clock, I actually walked back to the government compound where Zhu Ting's family lived!
For the first time, Zhu Ting felt that time passed so quickly.
It seemed like I had just come out of Lao Mo and had already reached home.
I walked seven or eight kilometers in high heels and didn't feel any pain in my ankles.
Several times, Du Fei asked her to sit on the bicycle, but Zhu Ting refused and walked back in one breath.
Du Fei could imagine that this girl's ankles would be swollen when she went home tonight.
However, just when the two of them were reluctant to leave at the gate, they said goodbye.
A guard walked out from the gate, came to Du Fei and Zhu Ting, and stood at attention with a snap.
Du Fei was stunned for a moment, and Zhu Ting was also a little surprised.
The guard said expressionlessly, "Comrade Du Fei, Minister Zhu, please come in."
Du Fei looked at Zhu Ting.
Zhu Ting shook her head and said she didn't know.
Du Fei felt strange. Logically speaking, his relationship with Zhu Ting had not yet reached the stage of meeting his parents.
But since Dad Zhu asked to meet, there was no reason for him to avoid meeting.
But Zhu Ting felt a little uneasy. She didn't know what her father wanted to do when he suddenly wanted to see Du Fei.
After Du Fei registered, he pushed the cart and followed Zhu Ting into the courtyard.
The two of them walked along the boulevard, and neither of them spoke for a while.
Zhu Ting was preoccupied with thinking about what her father was doing. Why do you suddenly want to see Du Fei?
Du Fei was thinking about how to deal with it next.
Just at this moment, there was the sound of a car driving from behind.
Then he stepped on the brakes and stopped next to them.
Du Fei turned around and looked over, only to see Director Zhang sticking his head out of the back seat of a green jeep, with an aunty smile on his face, and knowingly asked, "Xiao Fei, Xiao Ting~ What are you two doing?"
Zhu Ting is slightly different, what is the relationship between Director Zhang and Du Fei?
Du Fei smiled and called "Aunt Zhang".
Only then did Zhu Ting react and quickly said hello.
Then Du Fei said, "Uncle Zhu asked me to come and sit at home today. Did you just come back from outside?"
Director Zhang was secretly surprised.
Although he had already guessed that Du Fei and Zhu Ting were having an affair.
But there is still a question of whether the two young men's affair will be approved by their families.
I didn't expect that Du Fei, a kid, would come to the door so openly and openly so soon.
Zhang Zhu thought to himself, and responded, "Hey! Today, your uncle called some old friends and invited a chef to come over to cook. I just happened to drop by to buy some things."
As Director Zhang was talking, Silly Zhu's brain poked out from the front passenger seat and said with a smile, "Brother, we met here."
Director Zhang was surprised and said, "Hey, you two still know each other!"
Silly Zhu had obviously come a lot and became familiar with Director Zhang. He smiled and said, "Du Fei and I live in the same hospital. We have been neighbors for more than 20 years."
Du Fei then said, "Aunt Zhang, do you remember that last time I went to your place, I wanted to introduce you to a chef who cooks Sichuan cuisine~" He said, "That's the one."
Director Zhang still vaguely remembered that she and Du Fei were not very familiar with each other at the time, but Du Fei made a slight suggestion and she blocked him back.
After a few more pleasantries, Director Zhang asked the driver to drive away.
Zhu Ting looked at Du Fei and asked curiously, "When did you become so familiar with Aunt Zhang?"
Du Fei said nonchalantly, "Actually, I don't know her very well. I went to the Women's Federation twice to do business, and once I met her outside and helped carry some things."
Zhu Ting said "hmm" and was not too entangled.
On the contrary, Silly Zhu, who was sitting in the jeep, was severely shaken.
Since the first time he came with Factory Manager Yang and his skills became an instant hit, he has come here to cook more than once or twice.
The big boss, who always accompanied Director Yang carefully, gradually became familiar with him.
Because of this, he knew how high the level of this great leader was.
Although Du Fei said that he seemed to be doing well after joining the work, Sha Zhu never expected that he would meet Du Fei here.
Moreover, judging from what Du Fei meant, he was quite familiar with the leader's wife.
I heard their conversation just now. The girl standing next to Du Fei also lives here.
Du Fei came here this time just to visit his home.
What a concept!
Also here, Du Fei is a guest, and he is just a worker at best.
Although Si Zhu is not stingy, he is not stupid at all.
If it were normal, if I saw a girl standing next to Du Fei, he would have to make some jokes because of his bad mouth.
But just now, Si Zhu very wisely kept his mouth shut, as if he didn't see Zhu Ting at all.
He would rather make people think that he is a rough person and a little rude, but would never offend others by saying the wrong thing.
At this time, Du Fei and Zhu Ting came to the door of Zhu's small building.
Du Fei set up his bicycle and was about to lock it.
Zhu Ting rolled her eyes at the side and said, "Are you still afraid of losing your car here?"
Du Fei was unmoved and continued to lock the car while saying, "What's going on here? There are quite a few naughty kids in this courtyard. What if we meet one who doesn't open his eyes?"
Zhu Ting blinked. She knew best what kind of behavior the half-grown children in the yard had.
When Du Fei said this, she was speechless.
Fortunately, at this moment, Zhu's mother received a call from the doorman and came out in advance.
He looked at Du Fei looking up and down with a smile.
Zhu Ting introduced from the side, "Mom, this is Du Fei." Then she said to Du Fei, "This is my mother."
Du Fei quickly stepped forward, bowed, and said politely, "Hello, Auntie."
Zhu's mother smiled brightly and looked at the energetic young man in front of her. The more she looked at him, the more she liked him. "Xiao Du, please come in quickly!"
As I walked inside, I started checking my household registration.
How old are you this year? Who is there in your family? What do you like to eat? My aunt will cook it for you next time...
Unfortunately, although Zhu Ting's house is quite large, there are only a few steps from the door to the living room.
Didn't give Zhu Ma much time to show off.
Soon, Du Fei saw a slightly fat middle-aged man sitting on the sofa and reading a newspaper.
No need to ask, it must be Zhu Ting's father.
Hearing the sound of them coming in, Dad Zhu put down the newspaper and stood up.
Just like an ordinary father, he does not have any arrogant or bossy attitude towards the children his daughter brings home.
"Du Fei..." Dad Zhu laughed and called out Du Fei's name.
Du Fei bowed again, "Hello, Uncle Zhu~ I came in a hurry and didn't bring a gift. Please forgive me."
Dad Zhu waved his hand and said, "No problem," and pointed to the sofa next to him, "You're welcome, just sit down wherever you want."
Du Fei remained polite but not too formal and sat down.
Without Zhu's instructions, the housekeeper has already prepared tea.
Zhu Ting and Zhu Ma also sat down.
At this time, Zhu Ting took off her high heels and put on slippers before she felt the pain.
Not only the ankle, but the whole foot hurt, but I could only endure it secretly.
Dad Zhu smiled and said, "How about you try my tea?"
Du Fei picked up the tea cup, took a sip, and said with a smile, "I just drank one to quench my thirst, but it really doesn't make a difference."
Dad Zhu said, "That's true. The most fundamental use of tea is to quench thirst. The other flavors are the icing on the cake. Do you usually read?"
Du Fei cheered up and understood that Dad Zhu had called him here, obviously with the intention of taking a test, and nodded and said, "Reading books, the one I read most is "Selection", and I also read some leisure books to pass the time."
Dad Zhu did not follow the routine, and instead of asking Du Fei about his experience in reading "The Selection", he asked, "What kind of books do you read?"
Du Fei was slightly surprised, but did not panic. He answered truthfully, "Watch "Sherlock Holmes", "Three Kingdoms", "Red Mansions", "Jin Ping Mei"..."
Zhu Ting and Zhu Ma were listening nearby and were stunned when they heard "Jin Ping Mei".
Especially Zhu Ting, she almost covered her face, what kind of man did she fall in love with!
How could anyone mention "Jin Ping Mei" to the soon-to-be father-in-law when they meet him for the first time?
Dad Zhu was also stunned for a moment, then suddenly laughed.
This was obviously Du Fei's response to his "not following the routine" just now.
When Du Fei mentioned "Selection" just now, he obviously hoped that Dad Zhu would be here Ask questions in a formal and upright manner.
But Dad Zhu wants to play tricks, so let’s just do it randomly.
Dad Zhu took a deep look at Du Fei and wrote lightly, "Why don't you watch "Water Margin"?"
As the old saying goes, if young people don’t watch Water Margin, old people won’t watch Three Kingdoms.
"Water Margin" is all about murder, arson, loyalty, and gathering people to rebel.
The young man is young and full of energy, and it is easy to get addicted to him.
At Du Fei's age, it's normal not to watch "Water Margin".
But Du Fei was sure that there was a trap here, but he didn't know where Dad Zhu was waiting for him.
If you really want to say it smoothly, I'm afraid it will be difficult to deal with it later.
Du Fei said, "It's not that I don't want to read it, it's that I've finished reading it."
Dad Zhu frowned and said, "Have you finished reading? This is not a small tone."
Du Fei did his part and said, "It's just seeking truth from facts."
Zhu Ting looked on and couldn't help but feel worried.
She could see that the two men were already having some quarrel with each other, and she just wanted to open her mouth to speak, trying to lighten the atmosphere.
But she was pulled by her mother.
Zhu's mother has rich experience and understands people's problems better. She knows that Zhu Ting's words at this time will not only not help the matter, but also add fuel to the fire.
Zhu Ting is also very smart, but if she cares, she will be confused. After a little reminder, she will react.
Dad Zhu said, "Then let me ask you, what is "Water Margin" about?"
Du Fei thought for a while and said, "The whole book is just two words 'surrender'!"
Dad Zhu looked at Du Fei and did not make any comments on his answer.
Du Fei calmly lowered his head to drink tea, drank most of the tea in the cup, and handed it to Zhu Ting as a matter of course.
Zhu Ting pouted, took the tea cup and poured water.
At this time, Dad Zhu finally broke through his guard and said to himself that this boy has no martial ethics and is taking advantage of my daughter!
Helplessly, he hummed and said, "Then tell me, why did Song Jiang have to surrender?"
"It's not that Song Jiang wants to surrender, it's the author who wants to surrender!" Du Fei said confidently, "If he didn't surrender, this book wouldn't be able to be written at all. The Northern Song Dynasty was destroyed because of the Jin soldiers going south, and it wasn't because of the change of dynasties because of a few grass bandits in Shandong. If "
"Water Margin" is not written according to history, but a fictional dynasty. The heroes of Liangshan all became the founders of the country. It has a happy ending. Although it looks refreshing, it cannot become a masterpiece. It must have been regarded as a banned book long ago and has been banned by all dynasties.
Already."
After listening to this, Dad Zhu was silent for a moment, and then suddenly smiled and said, "Okay! What an author who wants to surrender! The best thing about Water Margin is the 'surrender'. You can jump out of the book and see this level. After reading it, I was surprised."
It’s not bragging either.”
Du Fei secretly breathed a sigh of relief and said, "You are exaggerating, I don't dare to take it seriously."
Dad Zhu curled his lips and said, "You don't need to be falsely modest in front of me. It's okay for young people to be a bit crazy."
Du Fei was a bit difficult to deal with.
Zhu Ting on the side finally couldn't help shouting "Dad~~~"
Dad Zhu glanced at his daughter and sighed inwardly that she would not be able to stay in college. He stood up with a smile and said, "Forget it, we old guys won't get involved in the affairs of you young people. We still have some work, so I won't accompany you."
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Du Fei quickly stood up and watched Dad Zhu enter the study.
Originally, he thought he would have to pass five levels and kill six generals, but he didn't expect it to end in such an anticlimactic manner.
Zhu Ting also felt a little sudden.
On the other hand, Zhu's mother, who has lived together for decades, understands what Zhu's father is thinking.
He took Du Fei and talked for a long time.
Especially when it comes to Du Fei's parents having died, now his third uncle is the only relative he can count on.
Zhu's mother also wiped her tears and kept saying that Du Fei was a poor child and asked him to come more often and eat whatever he wanted.