The final dish, a masterpiece of vibrant colors and rich aromas, was steadily placed upon the table. Steam curled gently into the air, and the mouth-watering scent filled the room. With a warm smile, Fu Yuehua looked at Xiong Jiumei, who was standing nearby, and reached out to gently take her hand. "Jiumei, come sit down and eat with us."
A flash of surprise crossed Xiong Jiumei's face. She hesitated for a moment, her eyes betraying a trace of reluctance before she finally shook her head slightly. Deeply aware of the strict boundary between master and servant, she dared not overstep her place. "There's no need, Madam," she murmured softly. "I'll wait until you've all finished."
Today, Chen Haodong was in exceptionally high spirits, his heart brimming with joy. "Jiumei, forget about those rigid rules today. Come... come sit and eat with us," he urged, his voice filled with genuine warmth and sincerity.
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