Chapter 352 - 351: Gratitude
When Mr. Ding came over, everyone was having a good time chatting, but upon seeing the old master, they all stood up to greet him.
Mr. Ding waved his hand and said, "Everyone, quickly sit down, don’t mind me."
Ding Yuejun took the lead in sitting down, and the others followed suit without being reserved.
Originally, Mr. Ding hadn’t planned on coming over, but upon hearing that Yiyi’s classmate’s father was also present, he decided to join in, so he could chat with him later.
At first, Fei Zhangda was very nervous because Mr. Ding was someone whom he once considered a distant and unreachable figure. Now, sitting right in front of him and chatting seemed unimaginable to him before. However, after a while, he realized that the old master resembled any ordinary old man, and they were chatting happily, so he relaxed.
Fei Erya felt relieved seeing her father chatting with Mr. Ding with a normal expression.
The kitchen was quick with preparations, and just before noon, a large table full of sumptuous Chinese food was ready.
"Er Ya, Teacher Yang, we can start eating now."
Ding Yuejun laughed and called out when the dishes were all set on the table.
Soon, Fan Qianshu and Fang Cheng also came over, and everyone gradually took their seats, quickly filling the table.
Mr. Ding was the first to raise his wine glass, signaling the start of the meal.
Initially, no one spoke, completely adhering to the tradition of not talking while eating. It was Mr. Ding who broke the silence, engaging in conversation at the table, allowing everyone to gradually start speaking.
"Zhang Da, I heard you’re going back tomorrow; it’s really too rushed."
Upon hearing this, Fei Zhangda quickly replied, "It’s alright, it’s not too hurried. I’ve stayed long enough in Shangjing this time; it’s about time I head back."
Originally, he was worried about returning, but his daughter’s injuries had almost healed, and Fan Qianshu had been taking good care of her, so it was about time for him to go back.
"Since you’ve decided, let Yiyi see you off tomorrow."
Upon hearing Mr. Ding’s words, Fei Zhangda quickly waved his hand and said, "No need, no need. I’m quite familiar with Shangjing now; Yiyi doesn’t need to see me off."
At this moment, Fan Qianshu chimed in, "Old Ding, I will accompany Uncle Fei to the train station tomorrow, so you don’t need to worry."
Upon hearing this, Mr. Ding glanced at Fan Qianshu and then nodded, saying, "With you accompanying him, that’s good. You’ve worked quite hard during this time."
"It’s not hard at all, everything I should be doing."
Fan Qianshu said with a smile, then gazed at Fei Erya with eyes full of affection.
Fang Cheng, observing Fan Qianshu, couldn’t help but feel sentimental. Back then, everyone was curious about which daughter would stand by his side. Little did they know, it would be Fei Erya.
However, when Fang Cheng saw Fan Qianshu, he remembered the words Fan Qianshu had said to him that day, and kept pondering over them.
When he found an opportunity, he approached Fan Qianshu to speak with him.
"Qianshu, I’ve kept in mind what you reminded me about last time, but is there truly nothing we can do?"
Fan Qianshu glanced at Fang Cheng and said, "Yes, there’s absolutely nothing you can do. Just make sure you don’t do anything."
"Okay, I understand."
After exchanging these words, the meal was about done.
When Fei Erya and the others were on their way back, she kept talking about Yiyi, finally laughing and saying, "Without Yiyi, I might not have gotten into Jing University. So I’m really grateful to her, and Aunt Ding and the others have always been so nice; every time we gather, I’m filled with joy."