Gourmet: Twins' Father and Chef of the Kindergarten

Chapter 596: Chapter 506: How Could Anyone Sway the Will of City Leaders?

"Old Xin, let me tell you, my spouse is praising me nonstop these days for making the wise decision to transfer Niuniu to Dorami Kindergarten, or else we wouldn’t have such delightful culinary options now, don’t you agree!"

Wan Zhenhong was sharing this cheerful family snippet while walking, brimming with pride over his family’s decision, completely oblivious to Xin Jinghui’s silence.

It wasn’t until he habitually turned his head wanting to continue chatting with Xin Jinghui that he noticed the empty space beside him, and a wave of confusion rose in his heart.

Huh?

Where’s Old Xin?

How did he just vanish out of the blue?

He quickly stopped in his tracks, looked back, and tried to spot Xin Jinghui’s figure in the crowd.

Finally, his gaze fixed at a spot not far away. Xin Jinghui was standing there, eyes closed, brow furrowed, seemingly lost in some profound thought.

This sudden change made Wan Zhenhong very curious, ready to ask, "Old Xin, what are you spacing out for?" when he saw Xin Jinghui suddenly open his eyes, a smile of sudden realization on his face, followed by an enthusiastic thigh slap, his excitement so intense it was palpable even through the air.

"What’s going on here? Why is Old Xin suddenly so excited?"

Wan Zhenhong’s curiosity rippled like waves blown by the wind on a lake.

From what he knew of Xin Jinghui’s personality, he instantly realized that Xin Jinghui must be scheming some grand plan, and piecing it together with their earlier conversation, he couldn’t help but speculate: "Could it be... Old Xin is figuring out how to legally and properly snag a meal at Dorami Kindergarten? Hmm, quite a possibility! But seeing how excited he looks now, it’s almost certain he’s come up with some brilliant idea!"

Why not say it’s absolutely certain?

Mainly because he feared Xin Jinghui would get too conceited, after all, "Pride comes before a fall, but humility reaps benefits."

He immediately turned around, walked quickly over, and stood beside Xin Jinghui, his face beaming with an eager-to-know-the-answer smile: "Old Xin, what’s the good news that’s making you so happy? Come on, share it with me too so we can both enjoy it."

Xin Jinghui: "..."

This old fox, he’s got eyes like an eagle, nothing gets past him!"

"Haha, Old Xin, stop holding back."

Seeing Xin Jinghui stay silent, Wan Zhenhong cheerfully watched him and said with an air of "know your enemy and know yourself, and you’ll never be defeated": "We’ve been buddies for so many years, don’t you think I’d see through your little schemes, Wan Zhenhong? Come on, be honest, are you up to some new trick for a free meal?"

Xin Jinghui: "..."

Alright~

Since it’s been figured out, why not go with the flow.

He curved a smile at the corner of his mouth, slowly said, "Hey, since you’ve seen through me, let’s hash things out properly."

"Okay, tell me your brilliant idea!"

Upon hearing this, Wan Zhenhong immediately perked up, unintentionally leaning forward, posing an eager-to-listen posture.

Xin Jinghui continued, "Old Wan, do you remember? New Year’s Day is approaching, big preschools are all festooned with lights, and celebration activities abound. As per tradition, city leaders will choose one preschool to visit and celebrate with the children. This is our opportunity."

At this point, he deliberately slowed down his pace.

Wan Zhenhong caught on quickly, a gleam of surprise flashed in his eyes, and he excitedly said, "Oh? I get it! You’re suggesting we recommend Dorami Kindergarten to city leaders as this year’s visit site using the education bureau’s name?"

"No wonder you’re the deputy director; you catch on quick!"

Xin Jinghui nodded vigorously in agreement, eyes full of admiration, continuing, "That’s exactly what I mean. We could suggest to the city leaders in the name of the education bureau, emphasizing Dorami Kindergarten’s outstanding performance in education, culture, and the rich programs they have for the New Year’s event. Such a suggestion should give the city leaders something to consider, and they might even happily oblige."

"This idea is quite impressive indeed!"

Wan Zhenhong laughed heartily, patting Xin Jinghui on the shoulder, praised, "Old Xin, old Xin, your brain is getting sharper by the day. This way, we, as accompaniments, can satisfy our palates and, along the way, complete our work tasks, killing two birds with one stone. Although, that said, who should propose this to the city leaders?"

As he spoke, his gaze naturally fell on Xin Jinghui.

The idea couldn’t be clearer—you!

The meaning of Wan Zhenhong’s look was immediately grasped by Xin Jinghui, who wore a complex expression, silently staring at Wan Zhenhong, almost as if saying: Old Wan, you’re really overestimating me! Look at my position, how can I sway the city leaders’ minds?

The introspective Wan Zhenhong examined Xin Jinghui from top to bottom, left and right, considered, and said, "Old Xin, your position is indeed somewhat inadequate, but, don’t forget, on the New Year’s event day, even if I don’t attend in the capacity of an education bureau leader, I can still participate as a regular parent. Who knows, I might also sample the delicious dishes prepared by the preschool, haha... It seems the decision to transfer Niuniu was indeed a foresight..."

Xin Jinghui: "???"

What does this mean?

Breaking up the partnership?

Xin Jinghui: "..."

Since you’re heartless, don’t blame me for being unrighteous, I can only rain on your parade...