Xia Ruofei couldn't help but be stunned. He hadn't expected Master Song to suddenly ask this question.
To be precise, Xia Ruofei hadn't expected Master Song to be so gossipy.
And there was only one possibility for this news to reach Master Song's ears. It was Master Song's eldest son, Song Zhengping, who was the official of Xiangnan Province.
At this moment, Xia Ruofei was a little speechless. One of you is a respected leader of the older generation, and the other is a political star and a governor of the border. Even if it's a chat between father and son, shouldn't it be about national affairs? What's there to talk about this kind of gossip between the younger generation?
However, Xia Ruofei's absent-mindedness only lasted for a moment. Master Song was still waiting for him to answer with a smile! Naturally, he couldn't be too rude.
So Xia Ruofei quickly organized the words in his mind, and then said, "Grandpa Song, after the Spring Festival, I did accompany Song Wei to Xiangnan Province, but it's not what you think … There's nothing between Song Wei and me …"
Master Song laughed and pointed at Xia Ruofei and said, "You! I didn't say there was anything between you and Song Wei! You're in such a hurry to explain, it seems like you're trying to hide something! "
Xia Ruofei couldn't help but feel embarrassed. Master Song smiled and said, "Ruofei! If it were in the early years, it wouldn't be strange for a handsome young man like you to have three wives and four concubines. Now the policy doesn't allow it, but you're not married yet, are you? "
Xia Ruofei was a little stunned. He didn't know what Master Song meant by saying this.
Without waiting for Xia Ruofei to reply, Master Song smiled and said, "It's okay for young men and women to admire each other, but you can't play with a girl's feelings! Especially that girl, Song Wei. She's the apple of Qiming's eye. If something really happens, even I won't be able to persuade Qiming … "
Xia Ruofei quickly said, "Don't worry! How could I play with Song Wei's feelings … That's not right! Grandpa Song, you're making things difficult for me! There's nothing between me and Song Wei. We're not together at all! "
Master Song laughed and said, "It doesn't matter if we're together or not. I'm just giving you a reminder. Old people tend to nag a little!"
Xia Ruofei said seriously, "I understand, Grandpa Song. I'll remember your teachings!"
Xia Ruofei wasn't someone who didn't know what was good for him. He naturally knew that Master Song was sincerely thinking for him.
And to be honest, from Master Song's words just now, it could be heard that his attitude in this regard was already very tolerant, even a little doting. He even mentioned having three wives and four concubines.
This was also related to Master Song's experience in that era. Of course, Master Song had nothing to say about Xia Ruofei.
Almost none of Master Song's grandchildren were around him. Even if they were in Beijing, they were in awe of him. They wouldn't come if they didn't have to. For example, Song Rui was like this.
However, Xia Ruofei could remain calm in front of him. He didn't speak as cautiously as Song Rui. This was very rare among the younger generation. Master Song naturally liked him very much.
Master Song laughed and said, "It's not teaching. It's just chatting."
Xia Ruofei chatted with Master Song for a while. Director Lu came over and said, "Chief, dinner is ready. What do you think?"
Master Song stood up and said, "Good! Then let's go eat first! "
Although Master Song was already very old, he still walked with a majestic gait. He took the lead and walked in front. Xia Ruofei and Director Lu followed closely behind.
Director Lu looked enviously at the young man beside him. It wasn't an honor that just anyone could have dinner with the chief. Only the Family Song's first wife, Song Rui, and the others could have such treatment.
Of course, Song Rui might not have thought of it as an honor. Master Song just sat there and had an invisible power that made him lose his appetite.
When Master Song heard that Xia Ruofei would be coming today, his mood was obviously much better. He even specially instructed the staff to add a few more dishes for dinner. In Director Lu's eyes, this was a great favor!
The group of people came to the dining room in the backyard. The staff had already prepared the dishes and placed them on the table.
"Come, come, come. Sit anywhere!" Master Song said with a smile. "Xiao Lu, sit down and eat too!"
Director Lu smiled and said, "Thank you, chief!"
As a staff member by Master Song's side, it was common for him to eat at the same table as the chief. He couldn't possibly sit down and eat with Master Song and Xia Ruofei while he, a ministerial level official, waited on them, right?
After Master Song sat down, Xia Ruofei and Director Lu sat down on either side of him.
Master Song turned his head and said to the waiter, "Xiao Qi, go and open the bottle of Drunken Eight Immortals that Ruofei gave me last time. I want to drink two glasses today!"
"Yes, chief!" Xiao Qi said and quickly went to prepare the white wine.
Old Song chuckled and said, "Ruofei's ability is truly great ah! Let's not talk about other things, but the white wine that your company sells really suits my taste! "
Xia Ruofei smiled and said, "Grandpa Song, if you like to drink it, I'll send you some more later!"
"No need, no need! I don't like alcohol either! " Master Song waved his hand and said, "Today, I'm happy that you came. That's why I drank two glasses. Usually, I follow the doctor's advice and don't drink alcohol! Xiao Lu can testify to this! "
Director Lu quickly said, "Chief is very self-disciplined in this aspect!"
Xia Ruofei said with a smile, "Actually, for the elderly to drink moderately, it's good for the body. It relaxes the meridians and promotes blood circulation! Of course, white wine is strong. Actually, the most suitable drink for you is grape wine. Drinking a small glass every day is definitely good for the body! "
Master Song said with a smile, "Then I'll drink some grape wine in the future! You're a little magic doctor, so your words are very authoritative! With your imperial sword in hand, the doctors will have no reason to object … "
Xia Ruofei almost couldn't hold back his laughter. This meant that the old man still liked wine!
He held back his laughter and said, "Grandpa Song, I bought two wineries in Australia and planted a new batch of grapes. It should be harvesting soon. When this batch of wine is brewed, I'll send you a few boxes. You can keep them and drink slowly!"
"Good, good, good!" Master Song said, "You've given me good stuff. The Australian red wine won't be too bad!"
"You're flattering me!" Xia Ruofei said with a smile.
The staff quickly opened the bottle of Zui Ba Xian wine. Smelling the strong aroma of the wine, Master Song couldn't help but sniff and say, "Hurry up and pour it for us!"
Xiao Qi quickly poured the wine for Master Song. When it was Xia Ruofei's turn, he waved his hand and took the bottle of wine. He personally poured the wine for Director Lu, and then poured a glass for himself.
"The first glass of wine is to welcome Ruofei to Beijing!" Master Song raised his glass and said, "You have to come to Beijing often in the future. I heard that you bought a house in Liuhai Lane? If you're free, come and stay for a while! You can also chat with this old man … "
Although Master Song was in a respected position, his children were either sent out to be officials or had their own homes in Beijing. As for his grandchildren, unless it was a holiday or his birthday, they rarely came to visit.
So, from this point of view, he was actually a lonely old man.
Xia Ruofei raised his glass and said, "Of course! As long as you don't find me annoying! "
"I'm more than happy to have someone to chat and play chess with!" Master Song laughed and said, "Why would I find you annoying? Come, come, come, cheers! "
"Cheers!"
Everyone raised their heads and drank the first glass of wine. Xia Ruofei immediately got up and poured wine for Master Song and Director Lu.
Master Song didn't stop him. He just smiled and pointed at the table.
"Try my chef's cooking!" Master Song said, "This roast duck is said to be on par with Bianyifang. I don't know if Xiao Lin is bragging, haha …"
Master Song usually ate light food, but since Xia Ruofei was here today, he took care of Xia Ruofei's taste. He even specifically ordered the kitchen to add a few meat dishes, including authentic Beijing roast duck.
Director Lu also laughed and said, "It's said that Chef Xiao Lin used to work at Bianyifang. He doesn't usually have a chance to show off his roast duck skills. The chief eats very light food!"
"Is that so?" Xia Ruofei said, "Then I'll have to try it …"
After saying that, he picked up a piece of lotus leaf cake, picked up a roast duck, dipped it in sweet sauce, and picked up a green onion stick. Finally, he rolled up the lotus leaf cake and stuffed it into his mouth with his hand. He took a big bite.
There was a hint of sweetness in the fresh fragrance. Moreover, Bianyifang's roast duck was roasted in a furnace. Compared to Quanjude's roast duck, this roast duck was more tender and delicious.
Xia Ruofei gave a thumbs up and said, "It's delicious!"
Master Song said with relief, "Haha! Xiao Lu, go back and praise Chef Xiao Lin. His skills have been recognized by Godly Doctor Xia! "
Xia Ruofei was teased by Master Song, but he wasn't embarrassed. Instead, he smiled and said, "There are specializations in the field. No matter how powerful a Godly Doctor is, he can't compete with a chef in cooking!"
"That's true!" Master Song said with a smile.
Everyone ate and chatted. Although they didn't drink much, the atmosphere was very harmonious.
Master Song asked, "Oh right, I heard that you and Xiao Rui are going to do some business together?"
Xia Ruofei picked up a wet towel and wiped his mouth and said, "Yes, not only Song Rui, but also Zhao Yongjun, Brother Zhao, Liu Jian, Xu Zixuan, and the others. They are all good friends. Everyone wants to do some business together!"
When Xia Ruofei mentioned those names, Director Lu whispered their identities and backgrounds to Master Song.
After all, other than Zhao Yongjun, Master Song definitely hadn't heard of the names of the other people. There was no way he could match them with their parents.
After Master Song heard this, he nodded slightly and said, "Doing some business is worth encouraging, but remember not to use the name of the older generation to walk the crooked path!"
Xia Ruofei quickly said, "Please don't worry about this. We are doing business in an open and aboveboard manner. We have never thought of taking any shortcuts!"
Master Song looked at Xia Ruofei with a smile that wasn't a smile and asked, "Even if we meet the younger generation of Family Liu?"
Xia Ruofei couldn't help but curse in his heart. He thought to himself, "Isn't your grasp of the situation too detailed? You even know about this … "
In fact, this matter involved Master Song's grandson, Song Rui, as well as the young man he thought highly of, Xia Ruofei. That was why he paid extra attention and specifically asked Director Lu to understand the situation.
From this, it could be seen that Xia Ruofei had a high position in Master Song's heart.
Fortunately, Xia Ruofei didn't intend to play any tricks. Naturally, he had a clear conscience.
Therefore, he said without hesitation, "Of course! We have all gone through the proper procedures to register the company and apply for the bidding. No matter who the opponent is, we won't use any crooked methods. "
In fact, everyone had a tacit understanding on this matter. Whether it was Liu Haofan's side or Xia Ruofei's side, everyone's strength could be said to be on par. If they were to use their connections to break the rules, no one would be able to get away with it.
Master Song said pleasantly, "Of course I'm not worried about you! It's just that I'm not sure about Song Rui and the other kids. Since you're doing things together, you have the responsibility to remind them. Not just about the land acquisition, but also in the future. If there's a situation where they use their power for personal gain, you'll have to bear the consequences! "
Xia Ruofei quickly said, "Please don't worry! I'll definitely do my duty! Grandpa Song, to be honest, I don't lack this bit of money now. Even if Brother Zhao or Song Rui want to use the power of the elders in the family for personal gain, I definitely won't agree to it! "
Master Song said with relief, "With your words, I'm relieved … Xiao Rui, this child, has never let me stop worrying. But after becoming friends with you, he's improved a lot!"
Director Lu also said with a smile, "Chief, one is marked by the company one keeps! Comrade Ruofei is so outstanding. Naturally, he'll influence and influence the friends around him! "
"That makes sense!" Master Song said with a smile. "Come, come, come, let me toast to Ruofei! Consider it as a thank you for helping me discipline that grandson of mine who doesn't let me stop worrying … "
Xia Ruofei quickly said, "I wouldn't dare, I wouldn't dare! Let me toast to you instead! "
Then, he raised his wine glass and clinked it with Master Song's. Immediately, he drained it as a toast.
Actually, Xia Ruofei still felt a little guilty. Song Rui was obviously in love with Zhuo Yiyi. Strictly speaking, this matter wasn't in the Family Song's interest. Not only did Xia Ruofei not stop it, but he also secretly helped him a lot.
I don't know if Master Song will blame me when he finds out about this in the future … Xia Ruofei thought with some apprehension.
After eating and drinking to their heart's content, Master Song brought Xia Ruofei back to the main room in the backyard. The staff had already set up the tea set and prepared the tea leaves and spring water.
The tea leaves were the top-grade Dahongpao tea that Xia Ruofei had given them, and the spring water was specially prepared from Yuquan Mountain, which was most suitable for making tea.
Xia Ruofei naturally took on the task of making tea.
He skillfully washed the tea set and poured in the tea leaves. His movements of making tea were like moving clouds and flowing water, filled with a pleasing sense of beauty.
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