Chapter 152: Chapter 147: Came Up With a Good Idea

In the cafeteria of the city education bureau, the soft pendant lights emitted a warm glow, illuminating the dining tables as if they were mirrors.

The aroma of various delicacies wafted through the air, tantalizing everyone’s taste buds.

However.

Wan Zhenhong, sitting by the window, had his brows tightly knitted…

He seemed to be deep in thought.

A plate of appetizing food was placed in front of him, especially the braised pork, with its glossy appearance, gently quivering, and exuding an enticing aroma.

But he just lightly moved it with his chopsticks, hardly taking a bite.

It’s not that the braised pork in the cafeteria wasn’t tasty; on the contrary, it was as good as ever.

The reason he didn’t eat much was that he couldn’t forget Huang Jun’s cooking, especially that braised pork. Its unique texture and aroma lingered in his mind, making him lose interest in other versions of the dish.

Oh…

One can only say… without comparison, there’s no harm…

When Xin Jinghui was looking for a seat with his tray, he immediately noticed Wan Zhenhong. He greeted him with a smile, “Old Wan, eating… why are you here so early today?”

“Old Xin… come, sit…” Wan Zhenhong gestured with his chin, indicating for Xin Jinghui to take the empty seat opposite him.

“Oh, sure!”

Xin Jinghui put down his tray and sat in the empty seat opposite. Noticing something was off about Wan Zhenhong’s expression, he asked with concern, “Old Wan, you don’t look so good. Why are you just toying with the braised pork without eating? Is it not to your taste today?”

Wan Zhenhong looked up with a hint of loneliness in his eyes, “Oh, don’t mention it. Lately, I just feel this emptiness inside…”

He was missing Huang Jun’s food!

If he didn’t eat it for one day, he missed it; if he didn’t eat it for two days, he was anxious; not eating it for a few days felt like three long years…

“Old Wan, I think you’re just missing Chef Huang’s cooking…” Xin Jinghui understood immediately and teased with a smile.

Don’t ask him why he’s so certain.

Just know that he’s also been deeply troubled by it.

He really wanted to taste Chef Huang’s cooking again… to satisfy his ever-growing craving.

Otherwise.

If this continues, he might just fall into a deep depression…

Being exposed by Xin Jinghui on his longing, Wan Zhenhong didn’t feel annoyed. Instead, his eyes showed a bit of relief, thinking, “Old Xin understands me.”

He laughed and countered, “Haven’t you thought about it?”

Xin Jinghui nodded without hesitation, grinning, “Of course, I have!”

The two exchanged smiles, their mutual understanding unspoken.

Wan Zhenhong leaned forward slightly.

Xin Jinghui got the hint and also leaned forward.

They looked around to ensure no one was nearby, then Wan Zhenhong leaned closer to Xin Jinghui and whispered, “Old Xin, you’re full of ideas. Help me come up with a plan to legitimately get into Dorami Kindergarten and officially have a meal of Chef Huang’s food?”

“Well…”

Xin Jinghui furrowed his brow, a bit troubled.

Getting into Dorami Kindergarten for a meal wasn’t easy.

After all, the education bureau didn’t have any relevant tasks with Dorami Kindergarten recently, and there wasn’t a suitable excuse to come and go freely.

But seeing Wan Zhenhong’s expectant eyes, he knew he couldn’t give up easily.

He had to think of a way!

Even if not for Wan Zhenhong, for his own cravings, he had to try.

So…

He quickly turned over ideas in his mind, trying to find a reasonable way to fulfill both their wishes.

How about organizing a tour under the guise of the education bureau?

But under what pretext?

“Old Xin, have you thought of any good ideas?” Wan Zhenhong asked eagerly, eyes brimming with expectation.

Xin Jinghui gave him a speechless glance, furrowed his brow, and said, “Be patient, let me think some more!”

“Oh!”

Wan Zhenhong nodded, though a bit anxious, he tried to restrain his emotions.

However…

Not even a minute passed before he couldn’t help but ask again, “Old Xin, haven’t you thought of anything yet?”

Xin Jinghui, a bit irritated by the repeated questioning, glared at Wan Zhenhong, with a look saying he’d rather not think about it, grumbled, “Old Wan, if you keep interrupting me again and again, I’ll stop thinking, you figure it out yourself…”

Realizing this.

Wan Zhenhong quickly conceded, raising both hands in a surrender gesture, with a placating smile on his face saying, “Okay, okay, I won’t ask, take your time, take your time…”

Saying this, he mimed zipping his lips, indicating he’d keep quiet.

Oh!

The esteemed Director of Education Bureau is really doing whatever it takes for a bite of food…

This scene made Xin Jinghui chuckle, slightly soothing his frustration and plunging him back into deep thought.

Suddenly.

His eyes lit up, and an idea flashed through his mind.

He couldn’t help but slap his forehead, displaying an excited expression and said to Wan Zhenhong, “Old Wan, I’ve finally come up with a good idea!”

Upon hearing the words, Wan Zhenhong immediately perked up, his eyes glowing, eagerly asking, “What good idea? Hurry up and tell me!”

Xin Jinghui smiled mysteriously, his voice deep and filled with confidence as he said, “Old Wan, do you remember Dorami Kindergarten’s current rating? It’s a second-class kindergarten. And Director Liang has always dreamed of being rated as a first-class kindergarten over the years. Calculating the time, it’s been three years since her last evaluation failed, and this year’s evaluation deadline should be due, allowing her to reapply for evaluation.”

Upon hearing this, Wan Zhenhong’s eyes sparkled with insight into Xin Jinghui’s intentions.

He eagerly asked, “Old Xin, do you mean we can use this evaluation opportunity…”

Xin Jinghui nodded slightly, taking over the conversation, “That’s right, as long as Liang Yinqiu submits the evaluation materials to our education bureau, we can legitimately organize the evaluation experts to visit Dorami Kindergarten for an on-site assessment. This way, we can smoothly enter the kindergarten and dine at the table of Chef Huang’s cuisine. After all, tasting the meals in the kindergarten is an essential step in the evaluation process!”

Wan Zhenhong patted his thigh with joy, exclaiming, “Ha-ha, Old Xin, your idea is truly brilliant! This way, we can satisfy our cravings and complete the evaluation task ahead of schedule. It’s a win-win!”

Just at the next moment…

Xin Jinghui’s brow furrowed slightly, shaking his head with a hint of helplessness, murmuring, “Ah, it’s just benefiting those expert evaluators…”

Wan Zhenhong noticed the change in Xin Jinghui’s expression and curiously asked, “Old Xin, what’s wrong? Is there any issue?”

Xin Jinghui sighed, saying, “I just feel that the effort I spent on crafting this idea ended up benefiting those evaluators who got the privilege to enjoy a meal from Chef Huang. It makes me feel a bit unbalanced…”

Wan Zhenhong, upon hearing this, felt a slight resonance in his heart.

Indeed!

This idea was originally planned by the two of them, and yet — it let those evaluators unfairly benefit.

Who wouldn’t be unwilling in this situation!

But then thinking again, without the participation of those veteran evaluators, their plan might not be able to proceed…

Thus…

He patted Xin Jinghui’s shoulder, comforting him, “Old Xin, don’t think too much about it. The urgent priority now is figuring out a way for Director Liang to swiftly submit the application materials so our dining plan can proceed smoothly…”

Xin Jinghui replied without hesitation, “That’s simple, just give Director Liang a call and it’s solved, right?”

Wan Zhenhong smiled with relief, nodding in agreement, then found an excuse for himself, “Yes, I can’t believe I didn’t think of such a simple solution. Looks like I’m really getting a bit muddled lately.”

Old Wan, it’s not that you’ve been muddled, what you really want is Chef Huang’s cuisine…

Xin Jinghui saw through but didn’t speak it out loud.

Wan Zhenhong thought for a moment and suggested, “Then who should make this call? How about you, Old Xin?”

Regarding this errand, Xin Jinghui refused.

He didn’t want to leave Director Liang with the impression of being a glutton, worried she might mistakenly think he was urgently pushing her to submit application materials because he was craving kindergarten meals.

Although… to be honest, he truly craved the meals there, but he still wanted to save face.

Therefore, Xin Jinghui hurriedly waved his hands, declining, “No, no, no, you better make the call, you’re the director, your face value is bigger…”

Wan Zhenhong: “…”

If his face truly were bigger, he wouldn’t even be able to score a meal…

But he didn’t show it, seeing Xin Jinghui acting like a gesture manager, he reluctantly nodded, “Alright, I’ll make the call.”

Then, he walked to a quiet, secluded corner and picked up his phone to dial Liang Yinqiu.

…

“Ring-ring-ring…”

The phone rang, and Liang Yinqiu picked it up, finding the caller ID showed “Director Wan”, which made her pause in surprise.

Speaking of which.

It was lunch break, why would Director Wan personally call her now, what was the matter?

Curious, she picked up the call and asked politely, “Hello, Director Wan! Why suddenly call me today, is there any important instruction?”

Upon hearing her voice, Wan Zhenhong said with a smile, “Hello, Director Liang! Actually, there’s nothing particular, just wanting to remind you that your kindergarten’s three-year application window has passed, and you can now apply again. Please prepare the relevant materials, submit them so I can arrange experts to conduct evaluations…”

Liang Yinqiu was very surprised.

She never expected this call from Wan Zhenhong to be about this matter?

In the past, such a thing would never happen.

Even now, she doesn’t dare imagine it!

Why is Director Wan so enthusiastic about her kindergarten?

Understood!

It must be because of Huang Jun.

Or more precisely, because he craves Huang Jun’s meals…

Seeing Liang Yinqiu remain silent, Wan Zhenhong asked anxiously, “Director Liang, are you there? Can you hear me?”

Liang Yinqiu snapped back to reality, quickly answering, “Director Wan, I’m listening! Thank you very much for your reminder and concern. I will promptly organize the relevant materials and submit them to you.”

“Great!”

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