That evening, Zhao Dazhuang sat next to Director Shi, while Liu Xiue sat with Shi Yang's mother, and Zhao Meimei squeezed in with Shi Yang.
During the meal, Shi Yang rarely indulged and didn't dare to eat much; he'd just taste a dish to try it and then stop, turning to assist Zhao Meimei with her meal.
Director Shi raised his glass to Zhao Dazhuang: "All these years, I've been indebted to you and your wife for looking after Yangyang and his mother. I've kept all of this in my heart, and I'm truly grateful. Look, I'm a few years older than you, so from now on, just call me Brother instead of Director Shi; it sounds too formal."
Zhao Dazhuang, being a sentimental person, was deeply moved by Director Shi's words. Holding his glass warmly, he alternated between taking bites and sips, drinking heartily.
