Shen Jin had gone to town again today to attend Jiang Shuyan’s lecture, so lunch was shared only by Chu Hengyuan, Leng Zhan, Leng Wu, Aran, and Gu Zhentang.
Gu Zhentang, having bagged some game that morning, was in high spirits and specifically asked Aran to pile his rice bowl high. Seeing him in such a good mood, Chu Hengyuan and Aran both felt a sense of relief.
"Father, here is your favorite braised pork. Try it—Ayuan made it—and see if it suits your taste," Aran said, seizing the moment to put in a good word for Chu Hengyuan.
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