Yukinoshita's Correction Method

Yukinoshita Haruno immediately stopped smiling.

He looked at Dong Yunshan with a stern face.

puff!

He laughed out loud again.

Yukinoshita's mother snapped her folding fan shut, making a soft sound. "It seems like you and Yukino have different ideas."

"This is the complicated part I mentioned earlier. Everyone has different ideas, so the discussion becomes complicated." The new main course was served. Dong Yunshan picked up the knife and fork, then remembered that they were talking and put it down again. "I feel like we have the same idea."

"Oh?" Yukinoshita's mother looked at Azuma Yunshan with interest. "Is it the same?"

"Many handicrafts are top-tier luxury goods, and collaborative production is a lengthy process," Dong Yunshan said, tapping his temple with two fingers together. "So, because I want to work hard with my partner, I'll research how to collaborate. But I won't choose a partner just because I want a handicraft."

"After all, this is a major event in life, so you should consider it carefully." Yukinoshita's mother nodded gently, her eyes becoming softer. "Then you..."

Noticing that Dong Yunshan was looking at her seriously, waiting for her next words, Yukinoshita's mother put down her folding fan and said, "Eat first."

The lavender cheese mille-feuille is made with Furano goat cheese and lavender honey sandwiched between the puff pastry layers, topped with roasted pumpkin puree and pine nuts, and drizzled with a special balsamic vinegar paste, which uses acidity to break down the heavy texture of the cheese and bring out the faint aroma of lavender.

Two people can do it.

The plan was successful... Yukinoshita Yukino cut the steak slowly and methodically.

She just asked Dong Yunshan to order more just to shut her mother up.

Seeing that Azuma Yunshan was eating so happily, did Yukinoshita's mother have the nerve to interrupt him?

Yukinoshita's mother glanced at Yukinoshita Yukino and easily understood her thoughts.

But Yukinoshita's mother didn't take it to heart. No matter how much Dong Yunshan could eat, he should at least stop and rest.

Yukinoshita Haruno noticed her mother's expression and almost laughed out loud again.

Mom had no idea about Eastern Spruce's appetite.

The main dishes were served and then taken away one by one.

The waiter has never been so busy in all the years he has worked here.

During the meal, the chef came out to greet everyone. Noticing that there was one piece of bread missing from the table and seeing Dong Yunshan eating with relish, he tentatively asked about the taste.

Yukinoshita Yukino remained calm and composed. If it were any other problem, it would be more difficult for Azuma Yunshan to deal with it.

But as for food...Azuma Yunshan was able to give a detailed evaluation when she ate Yuigahama Yui's cookies.

"The smoky lavender aroma is very unique, blending perfectly with the salmon's fat, but it makes the cypress wood aroma in the tail less clear. If fresh buds were used, the aroma might be clearer. The Golden Pyramid's blend of hot and cold taste is excellent, but I prefer the flavor of local honey crystals to gold leaf," Dong Yunshan said. "The venison tastes very good, probably because of the blueberry juice added during the marinating process, the fruity aroma is rich and layered, and the cherry blossom salt is the finishing touch. I'll have another portion..."

The chef originally thought that the customer was here to treat French food as a buffet, but after hearing such detailed comments, he left his contact information.

Yukinoshita's mother noticed from the corner of her eye that Yukinoshita Yukino's fair chin lifted slightly, and turned her gaze towards Azuma Yunshan: "So, you have a new friend."

"I also want to thank Auntie for the invitation." Dong Yunshan put away the contact information. "I usually research some cooking. If you have time, I hope Auntie can come to my house to try it."

Yukinoshita Yukino's eyes narrowed, and she pinched him lightly under the table.

It’s just a matter of reciprocity...Dong Yunshan looked innocent.

Yukinoshita's mother nodded slightly: "I'm looking forward to it."

"I want to go too!" Yukinoshita Haruno looked at her sister with a smile, "Let's ask father to come too."

Yukinoshita Yukino's expression froze.

Azuma Yunshan finally understood why Yukinoshita Yukino pinched him.

Even a simple exchange of gifts can be made complicated by Yukinoshita Haruno with just one sentence.

Dong Yunshan knew in his heart that although he and Yukinoshita Yukino were innocent, most old fathers were indiscriminate when it came to matters concerning their daughters.

But if I refuse now, even if I am innocent, it will seem unclear.

Volume 5 May Holiday: Chapter 190 and Beyond

Dong Yunshan felt a slight touch. It was Yukinoshita Yukino's hand, which was rubbing his thigh lightly under the cover of the table.

To warn, you should pinch; to remind, you should knead; and if you want to complain... Yukinoshita Yukino will pat; to attract attention, she will poke.

What does 蹭 mean?

No, it's not rubbing, it's scraping.

Yukinoshita Yukino's white and tender fingers were bent and gently scratching Azuma Yunshan's legs.

This action...

Dong Yunshan instantly thought of the way Jin's mother coaxed Xixi to sleep, and an idea came to his mind.

"It would be great if both uncle and auntie could come," Azuma Yunshan patted Yukinoshita Yukino's hand, indicating that he understood her intention. "I'll go back and discuss it with my parents to decide on a suitable time."

Yukinoshita's mother invited Dong Yunshan to dinner, and Dong Yunshan invited her back, which was a reciprocity of courtesy.

But with the addition of Yukinoshita's father and Yukinoshita Haruno, that means the entire Yukinoshita family is here. If only a junior like Azuma Yunshan is present, it would be a bit inappropriate.

The presence of the entire Yukinoshita family is a sign of respect for the Tounome family.

In contrast, the Dongyun family also needs the presence of elders to show their respect.

This is etiquette, but also experience.

When a guest's whole family comes to visit, if there is only one younger generation at home, then the younger generation has to entertain the guest and chat with them. If the entertainment is not good, the conversation will not be good.

If elders are present, they can communicate and the younger generation can focus on entertaining the guests.

The elders have more common topics, and the younger generations get along better with each other.

Even if both the host and the guest are not completely happy and the two sides are not getting along well, there is still room for recovery.

When the younger generations started arguing, the elders on both sides would say a few words and the matter would be over.

Even if the elders have opinions, they will not make things too bad if they see that the children are getting along well.

But if only the younger generation is present...it will be difficult to handle.

Many etiquettes are such simple experiences. They seem troublesome, but in fact they are to avoid more trouble.

Because it is basic etiquette, Yukinoshita's mother couldn't refuse Azuma Yunshan's parents from attending.

But if Azuma Yunshan's parents were present, Yukinoshita's mother would not be able to hold the initiative as firmly as she does now.

"Your father may not be able to find time." Yukinoshita's mother looked at Yukinoshita Haruno, "Even if he said he had time, there's no guarantee he'd suddenly get busy for something. We agreed to go out together this time, but he didn't come after all."

The plan worked... Yukinoshita Yukino shook her head calmly, "It's not that Dad doesn't want to come, it's just that he can't get away because of work."

"Yukino is always so sensible." A nostalgic smile appeared on Yukinoshita's mother's face. "I think your father would also like to meet Shinonome-san. After all, Shinonome-san looks a lot like him when he was young."

"Really?" Azuma Yunshan turned and asked Yukinoshita Yukino, "Do you think I look like you..."

Yukinoshita Yukino: "Hmm?"

Dong Yunshan coughed lightly: "...You haven't seen your uncle when he was young."

"He had a big appetite when he was young." Yukinoshita's mother looked far away, as if she was looking at Dong Yunshan, or as if she was looking at something even further away. "He ate curry, fried noodles, and ramen all in a row, and he even played mahjong while eating. He didn't care even if it was late at night. It's amazing that he could stay in such a smoky place..."

"Midnight? Mahjong? Smoky and foul?" Yukinoshita Yukino blinked in surprise. "Aren't we talking about Dad?"

Yukinoshita's mother nodded and stroked her cheek with her palm: "Yes, I was quite worried at the time, and I specially made a bento for him..."

"Huh?" Dong Yunshan thought Yukinoshita's mother would drag Yukinoshita's father back home, but she didn't expect him to make a lunch box for him. "So good?"

Could it be that Yukinoshita's mother is the type who is particularly gentle towards people with good appetites?

Just like many elders like to watch their juniors eat with big mouthfuls.

That's why she was so excited when she ordered before.

With such doubts, Azuma Yunshan looked at Yukinoshita Yukino.

As a result, Yukinoshita Yukino glared at her.

"Who cares what you eat at the mahjong parlor when you don't go home late at night?" Yukinoshita Yukino's eyes were cold. "If you want to eat, cook it yourself."

Yukinoshita Yukino has already taught Azuma Yunshan how to make a bento. Since Azuma Yunshan knows how to make it, of course he should make it himself.

"Ah? Oh..." Dong Yunshan realized that Yukinoshita Yukino had misunderstood. What he wanted to ask was, "Is Yukinoshita's mother really so kind to people with good appetites?", but Yukinoshita Yukino misunderstood it as, "Can you make a lunch box for me when I play mahjong late at night in the future?"

However, at this point, Dong Yunshan didn't feel comfortable describing his doubts in detail in front of Yukinoshita's mother.

"That's all in the past. We'll talk about the future later." Yukinoshita's mother narrowed her eyes. "Now, eat as much as you can. Eat more."

"Okay." Dong Yunshan began to work towards being 50% full.

Seeing him eat two more servings, Yukinoshita Yukino suddenly realized that she seemed to have misunderstood something just now.

Her little face turned red and she glanced at her mother nervously.

I was relieved when I found that Yukinoshita's mother was happily watching Azuma Yunshan's eating broadcast.

Then I felt my sister's gaze.

Yukinoshita Haruno had a stifling expression on her face, and the look she gave her sister seemed to say...

You just realized it?

Yukinoshita Yukino had a stern face and didn't bother to pay attention to her.

"Come to think of it, Yukino has been feeling down since daddy didn't come." At first, Yukinoshita's mother was still able to admire the sight of Azuma Yunshan feasting on her meal, but as she watched... she became a little scared and found a topic to get Azuma Yunshan to relax for a while. "Thank goodness I met you, you're finally happy. If you have time, come join us on the rest of the trip."

Before Yukinoshita Yukino's hand touched Azuma Yunshan's leg, Azuma Yunshan had already refused: "I came to Hokkaido to complete the commission. I have other things to do later, so I won't bother you any more."

"Oh?" Yukinoshita's mother asked, "A commission?"

"Well, I run a handyman shop, and clients often come in," Dong Yunshan explained briefly. "This time, someone came here because they wanted to break away from their original life and asked me for help."

"Escape from the house at night..." Yukinoshita's mother thought, "It should be over by now."

"And there's another commission," Dong Yunshan added. "A few of my friends want to set up a transportation company. Since we're in the initial stages, we can only look for small and medium-sized ranches with insufficient transportation capacity. We've been searching for suitable partners these days."

"A transport company... Hokkaido... fresh milk... that's a really good idea." Yukinoshita's mother twirled her closed folding fan. "Perhaps we could collaborate."

Volume 5 May Holiday: Chapter 191 Detailed Investigation

"It just so happens that recently our family..." Yukinoshita's mother paused, "Speaking of which, do you know what our family does?"

Dong Yunshan nodded: "I have some understanding."

"We're planning to help some ranches in Hokkaido with their renovations, so the demand for building materials has increased," Yukinoshita's mother said calmly, a smile on her face but no obvious emotion in her eyes. "If your friend's transportation company is interested, they could ship fresh milk from Hokkaido to Chiba. On the way back, they could bring building materials from Chiba to Hokkaido to avoid empty loads."

"I'm sure most transportation companies would like to reach such a cooperation, but it's not suitable for my friend." Dong Yunshan put down his knife and fork. "From Hokkaido to Chiba, sea transportation takes 36 hours, and land transportation takes 24 hours. Fresh milk requires cold chain transportation, has a short shelf life, and requires high timeliness. Although land transportation has limited transportation volume, it takes less time. Building materials, on the other hand, are mostly non-perishable goods and are in large quantities, so they are more suitable for container shipping."

Yukinoshita's mother gently opened her folding fan at a slight angle. "So what you're thinking of is... agricultural products?"

"There are also aquatic products." Dong Yunshan nodded. "Scallions, radishes, pears, shad, sea bass, lobster... these can maximize the cold chain transportation capacity."

"In Chiba, are you also targeting small and medium-sized farms and fisheries..." Yukinoshita's mother covered her face with a folding fan. "It seems that we are really just starting out. We want to complete the establishment of routes and obtain the relevant qualifications as quickly as possible. If it is in Chiba Prefecture, Auntie can also help."

A series of procedures such as low-temperature circulation permit, oxygenation equipment certification, plant protection station inspection certificate, etc. would be very easy if you have the help of Chiba prefectural council members.

"Thank you for your help, Auntie, but it's not necessary." Dong Yunshan paused. "Or rather, it's necessary to let them complete these procedures themselves and try to solve these difficulties themselves, so that they can develop more healthily in the future."

Yukinoshita Yukino was a little surprised: "Before you told me that you would go through the back door."

Yukinoshita's mother: "Hmm?"

Yukinoshita Haruno: “Huh?”

"You told me that I should take the right path to avoid getting lost." Azuma Yunshan repeated what Yukinoshita Yukino had said before, "Taking the back door is an option, but it shouldn't be the first choice."

Yukinoshita Yukino stared at Azuma Yunshan with some suspicion.

Is the correction effect so good?

Or was it because his mother was present that Dong Yunshan's formalism problem came back and he wanted to act like a good boy?

Or is it that a stable and harmonious family environment contributes to East Spruce's stability...and her family also helps East Spruce?

"Indeed, sometimes you shouldn't go through... the back door." Yukinoshita's mother covered her face a little more tightly with the folding fan in her hand. "It seems that you know a lot about transportation. Do your parents work in related fields?"

"I have a friend in the related industry, so I have some knowledge about it. This time I just happened to need it, so I contacted him for consultation."

"So what do your parents do for a living?"

"My mother is a doctor and my father is a househusband."