Finally, it was time to get off work, and some officers in the family compound went home in groups of three or four.

Song Changzhou led a group of people and walked towards his home while chatting.

"Many people came to the cafeteria to eat meat at noon today. They were all bought by their family members. It tasted no different to me than usual!" Captain Ma asked in confusion. His mother is the head of the family now, and they save money on everything. It is impossible for her to eat in the cafeteria.

"It's all Old Song's fault!" Captain Zhou rebuked Song Changzhou. "I heard! The smell of meat at their house made many children cry today, crying and clamoring for meat! Beating and scolding didn't work, so they had no choice but to go to our cafeteria to buy meat."

"Hahaha! Sure! Then we're in for a treat today!" Political Commissar Qiao said with a smile.

"Yes! Good food is never too late. You know what, I can smell the aroma of meat here, and it's mutton. Could it be my illusion?" Commander Tan sniffed.

"It's really not an illusion, I can smell it. This must be far away from your house! Wow, the fragrance spreads so far, no wonder everyone in the family compound is craving it today!"

Attracted by the fragrance, the few people couldn't help but quicken their pace, and soon arrived at Song Changzhou's door.

Zhang Yuwan was already sitting in her wheelchair, welcoming everyone. She smiled sweetly and said in a clear voice, "Welcome, leaders, to my humble home! Please forgive me for the poor hospitality!"

"Hello, Comrade Xiao Zhang! Don't be polite. We are the ones who disturbed you today!" Commander Tan greeted Zhang Yuwan kindly.

"Hello, Xiao Zhang!" Political Commissar Qiao looked at Zhang Yuwan with a smile. "You look in good spirits. Xiao Song is taking good care of you!"

"Hello, sister-in-law, we finally meet you in person!" Captain Zhou and others also greeted Zhang Yuwan warmly!

Several people walked in one after another and saw that the yard was clean and tidy. There was a rockery and a large water tank with a few goldfish. It had a sense of simplicity and nature.

"We heard that your house is very beautiful, so we came to visit it today. Seeing that the yard is so comfortable and elegant, I can tell the coming of autumn from a single leaf. I guess the house must be very nice too!" Commander Tan looked at Song Changzhou and Zhang Yuwan with a smile.

"Leader, please don't laugh at us. We bought the old furniture and asked someone to repair it ourselves. Many people also laugh at Changzhou for liking to pick up junk!" Zhang Yuwan generously invited people into the house.

Lifting the curtain, a wave of hot air rushed over, "Wow! Good fellow, you put a lot of thought into it!"

The first thing that catches your eye is the sofa, with two large pots of green plants on each side. In one corner, there are three small lanterns of different shapes placed on the ground, and next to it is a small pot of green plants, which looks lively. In front of it is a square stool with a plate of fruit on it.

In front of the sofa was a tea table, with all sorts of tea sets neatly laid out. Water was boiling on a small stove on the shelf, and a tea cabinet was placed on the other side.

There is a piano in the corner, with a pile of books and music scores on it, and two pots of small green plants next to it.

Next to it are three groups of cabinets with different shapes, which are neat, symmetrical and unique. They are beautiful when viewed separately and also beautiful when combined together.

Next to it was a dining table, on which were placed several bottles of Moutai, some dried fruits, and a large glass jar containing cooled chrysanthemum tea and a few wolfberries and red dates.

There are all kinds of green plants and vases of flowers everywhere in the house. There are no fresh flowers now, but Song Changzhou picked up a lot of green plant branches and dead branches to make shapes, which has a simple and elegant beauty.

"Oh my god, Old Song is really good! It makes me want to pick up some junk and clean up my house. My requirements are not high, just make it look like yours!"

"With all the life I've been through, I can't imagine how happy you must be sitting there drinking tea every day!"

"I'm afraid of taking the wrong road when I go home next time, so I'll just turn right into your house!"

Everyone was talking to each other, praising the decoration style of this small home.

Song Changzhou invited several leaders to sit at the tea table to drink tea and chat first, "I can't wait to take a look and have a tour!" Commander Tan looked around curiously, and finally everyone carefully visited each room downstairs.

Finally, Commander Tan and Political Commissar Qiao started writing calligraphy in the study. The fragrance of ink filled the air as their pens moved. The more they wrote, the more excited they became, showing the heroic spirit of great men.

Several group leaders brewed and tasted tea at the tea table.

"You're right! It's the same tea, but it's more fragrant when you drink it this way!" Captain Ma smacked his lips and tasted the tea.

"That's called drinking like a cow, not tasting tea!" someone next to him said with a smile.

Mrs. Wu placed all the prepared cold dishes on the dining table. Today she made a platter of braised dishes for several people, which included goose wings, goose feet, duck heads, duck necks, lotus root slices, tiger skin eggs, a plate of cold onion and black fungus, a plate of cold cabbage, radish and onion, a plate of cold tofu rolls, a plate of salted peanuts, a plate of crispy fried small fish and crispy pork, and there was also mutton and radish soup stewing in the pot in the kitchen, making full use of the whole sheep.

In winter, there are few vegetables, only cabbage, radish and onion. Zhang Yuwan tries to arrange refreshing food, which is very refreshing when paired with roasted whole lamb.

Seeing that it was almost time, Zhang Yuwan said to the inside, "Leaders, the light wine and snacks are ready. Let's take our seats!"

"Ouch! We came here for this meal, and now we can't get out? Haha! We can't let the host think we're spoiling the fun!"

A few people were invited to sit at the table. Song Changzhou and Mrs. Song carried a whole roasted lamb into the house and placed the lamb on the dining table.

"I knew the main course today was roasted lamb, but I didn't expect it to be a whole roasted lamb! My sister-in-law is so thoughtful!"

"Today I've feasted my eyes and my taste buds! Old Song, you're so lucky! Look at how neatly my brother and sister-in-law have cleaned up the house."

Several people took turns praising Zhang Yuwan, but Song Changzhou's smile never faded.

Song Changzhou used a knife to cut the roasted whole lamb into small pieces. Everyone looked at the sizzling lamb, which was golden in color, and their appetites were already whetted.

Take a bite, the outside is crispy and oily, the inside is juicy, not dry or woody. There are three plates in front of each person, one with salt and pepper, one with dried chili, and a small portion of garlic slices.

There is also a bowl of lettuce, wrapped with lamb and some cold dishes, which is refreshing and less greasy.

After three rounds of wine and five dishes, today's family banquet can be regarded as of quite high standards. Whether it is the exquisite and elegant home furnishings, the colorful, fragrant and delicious dishes, or the curling aroma of tea, they all reveal the host's careful arrangements and proper and comprehensive hospitality, allowing everyone to feel the sincere enthusiasm from every detail.

Before leaving, everyone took a box of snacks as a gift, and both the guests and the hosts had a great time.

Song Changzhou looked at his wife from afar. She was neither humble nor arrogant in front of the leader. She took care of everyone's preferences and needs at the table. Her expression was calm and made people feel warm without being condescending. She was an excellent listener, but she never let people drop the topic.

His little wife really makes him proud! Song Changzhou looked proud and did not hide his smug expression.

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