Chapter 112

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Protagonist:

Lin Hao

On the way back, Cheng Miaomiao pouted with a face full of regret: "Sigh, we came all the way to Qingdao and didn't even get to eat seafood. It's really disappointing." Her eyes were full of dejection, as if she had missed the most delicious delicacy in the world.

Hu Qiumin smiled and teased: "You, it's not like you've never eaten seafood before, why do you have to eat Qingdao's? As if seafood from other places isn't fragrant."

Cheng Miaomiao responded unconvinced: "That's not the same, Qingdao's seafood definitely has its own unique flavor."

Mentioning seafood, Lin Hao's mind instantly conjured Qiang Xiaowa from a drama.

He felt a stir in his heart, thinking this was a good opportunity to get to know him.

So Lin Hao said: "When we get close to the Base, I'll take you to eat seafood. I also want to add some seafood to Ling Yi's shop, so please help me taste it first and give some opinions."

Hearing this, Cheng Miaomiao, Cheng Yaya, and Hu Qiumin's eyes lit up instantly, their faces full of excitement.

Cheng Miaomiao said excitedly: "Great! Finally we can eat seafood. Hao Ge, you're really great."

Cheng Yaya also happily hopped around like a cheerful little bird: "Hao Ge is the best. We will definitely taste it well."

Hu Qiumin said with a smile: "Hao Ge, you really know how to give us surprises. It seems this trip wasn't in vain."

When they were close to the Base, Lin Hao and the others got out of the car. Lin Hao led the three of them to the Fishermen's Wharf by the sea.

As soon as they arrived, Cheng Miaomiao and the others looked around, only to see the place was simple and shabby, not even a proper market.

Cheng Miaomiao frowned and said disappointedly: "How are we supposed to eat here? This place is too shabby. Are we supposed to eat seafood here?"

Cheng Yaya also said disappointedly: "Yes, this is too unexpected. It doesn't feel like a place with delicious seafood."

Hu Qiumin also shook his head: "It seems our seafood feast is ruined. Hao Ge, are you sure there's seafood here?"

Lin Hao, however, was not flustered at all; he searched for Qiang Xiaowa according to his memory.

It must be said, there are really too few young people fishing these days, so he found Qiang Xiaowa without much effort.

However, Qiang Xiaowa didn't have a good expression when he saw them, looking coldly indifferent, as if saying "don't bother me."

Until Lin Hao said they were there to buy seafood, did Qiang Xiaowa's expression soften a little, leading them to find his grandfather.

Qiang Xiaowa's grandfather was a kind and amiable old man.

He had picked up Qiang Xiaowa by the roadside when he was young and raised him with great hardship. Seeing the few people coming, Qiang Xiaowa's grandfather thought they were just a few children buying some seafood to take home, so he took some small fish and such, wanting to give them to them.

Lin Hao quickly refused and sincerely said: "Old man, we can't take your things for nothing. I'm from the Oilfield Restaurant, and I want to regularly order some seafood from you. Today I came over first to see if there are any samples."

The old man was very happy when he heard this and quickly invited them to sit down: "Come come come, sit quickly. Thank you for coming to take care of our business. I'll go get some for you to see, but today no one went out to sea, and the previous seafood has been sold almost all. If you want anything, you can tell me, and I'll save some for you."

Lin Hao quickly said: "Old man, no rush. We still want to eat a meal here before leaving. We haven't eaten seafood freshly caught from the sea before, and we want to try it. Don't worry, we will pay."

The old man waved his hand and said generously: "No need no need, it's just a simple meal. I'm happy that you can come. You sit, I'll go cook."

After the old man and Qiang Xiaowa went to the kitchen to busy themselves, Cheng Miaomiao asked Lin Hao with a face full of doubt: "Hao Ge, what kind of seafood can this place have? It looks so shabby, can the taste be good? How about we go back to Xiao Shudu at the Base instead? The environment there is better and there are more choices." After speaking, Cheng Miaomiao slightly furrowed her brow, seeming not very reassured about this place.

Cheng Yaya and Hu Qiumin also nodded in agreement.

Cheng Yaya said softly: "Yes, Hao Ge, can there really be delicious seafood here? It doesn't seem very reliable."

Hu Qiumin nodded in agreement.

Lin Hao smiled, his eyes full of confidence, telling them to calm down and said: "Don't rush, you'll know after eating. Believe me, I won't disappoint you."

After a while, the seafood was served one after another. At first, everyone was a bit hesitant, but after they took the first bite, their eyes lit up instantly.

Cheng Miaomiao said in surprise: "I didn't expect to eat such delicious seafood in such a small place, it's really unexpected."

She ate while nodding continuously, her face full of surprise and joy.

Cheng Yaya also nodded and said: "Yes, the taste is really good. Much better than I imagined."

Cheng Yaya ate with relish, her small face beaming with a satisfied smile.

Hu Qiumin said with a smile: "It seems our luck is not bad. We almost missed such delicious seafood."

Hu Qiumin picked up a piece of seafood, savoring it carefully, and praised the seafood here without end.

The few people had a hearty meal of seafood, the fresh taste seeming to still dance on the tip of the tongue.

Lin Hao settled the seafood supply matters with Qiang Xiaowa's grandfather. The old man was all smiles, nodding in agreement repeatedly.

When the old man suggested letting Qiang Xiaowa send them back, Lin Hao declined the old man's kindness.

Lin Hao smiled and said: "Old man, no need to trouble Xiaowa. We can walk back ourselves; it's just right to take a walk to digest the food."

Cheng Miaomiao also said with a smile: "Yes, Grandpa, we want to walk around and see the scenery."

Cheng Yaya obediently echoed: "Grandpa, thank you for the seafood, we're leaving now." Hu Qiumin also nodded and said: "Grandpa, you don't need to see us off, we can do it ourselves."

The few people carried the dried fish prepared by Qiang Xiaowa's grandfather and slowly walked toward the Petroleum Base. Sunlight fell on them, casting long shadows. As they walked, they chatted happily, enjoying this rare leisure time. A gentle breeze brushed past, bringing a hint of coolness, as if putting a perfect period on this delicious seafood journey.

After returning to the Base, Lin Hao parted ways with Cheng Miaomiao and the others, then quickly walked toward Xiao Shudu Restaurant.

After all, he had been away for two days, so he had to come check to feel reassured.

Before even reaching the Restaurant, he saw from afar a crowd of people gathered at the Restaurant Doorway. Lin Hao's heart tightened, and he quickly sped up and ran over.

Squeezing into the crowd, Lin Hao discovered that it was actually several people previously cheated by Yuan Yong, surrounding Yuan Shanqing to demand money.

Those people were emotionally agitated, shouting all at once: "Yuan Shanqing, pay back the money! Father's debt, daughter repays. If you don't pay today, don't even think about leaving."

"We can't just let this go; our money can't just vanish into thin air."