The Dinner Went Off Track

Chen Changsheng, though already very familiar with his father-in-law, still prepared meticulously for his first invitation. He went with Gwen to a high-end suit shop and bought an expensive suit, finally retiring his perpetually worn black hoodie.

After shopping for gifts for everyone in the family with Gwen, the two walked home hand-in-hand. This time, Chen Changsheng didn't just bring fruit baskets. While they were valuable, other gifts made him seem less perfunctory.

Gwen was also a bit unsure about her father's invitation, so she waited with Chen Changsheng, a sense of unease in her heart, for the dinner that everyone seemed to be taking so seriously.

With their own thoughts occupying their minds, Chen Changsheng and Gwen each contemplated what they would face that evening after buying gifts. Chen Changsheng thought of George's stern interrogation, while Gwen's thoughts had already drifted to her marriage with Chen Changsheng...

When they arrived at Gwen's house, Helen was taken aback when she saw Chen Changsheng and Gwen, dressed so formally, wondering what the couple was up to. Clearly, George hadn't communicated with Helen, but it didn't matter; Chen Changsheng had already established an excellent relationship with Helen, who practically considered him her own son.

Now, the only one in Gwen's family not yet won over was George. As a doting father, George saw only Chen Changsheng's flaws... he was a tough nut to crack.

The gifts bought for George's family were presented one by one, much to everyone's delight.

Helen remained reserved, merely smiling at Chen Changsheng. But like any mother-in-law sizing up her son-in-law, she found Chen Changsheng more and more agreeable. The two little ones, meanwhile, were already hugging Chen Changsheng's leg and calling him "brother-in-law."

Since the atmosphere was already so favorable, Chen Changsheng didn't want to waste this opportune moment. He made a phone call, spending a considerable sum of dollars, and secured the ultimate VIP service from a five-star hotel's head chef and his entire team.

Seeing several large, specially modified trucks arrive with various ingredients and tableware at his home, even Helen, who already suspected Chen Changsheng was wealthy, was a bit stunned. Such a grand display must have cost tens of thousands of dollars.

However, Helen underestimated the cost. The mere appearance fee for those trucks alone exceeded a hundred thousand dollars. Add the entire team of five-star chefs, and it would likely be no less than two hundred thousand. Then, factoring in the high-end ingredients on board, the meal could easily reach half a million.

But Chen Changsheng was no longer the Chen Changsheng of the past, who had to take out bank loans for tens of millions. After leveraging Stark Industries stock to the maximum, his current net worth was likely unmatched by many.

While a million or so might be an unattainable dream for many, this small sum was mere pocket change for Chen Changsheng.

When George returned home, he found the street near his house somewhat congested and felt a bit bewildered. The traffic around George's home was usually excellent, so he couldn't figure out what was happening today.

As he approached his building, George saw the long line of refrigerated trucks and grew even more confused. He wondered who could have bought so many things.

As he went upstairs, George heard a bustling, noisy sound. When he reached his doorstep and saw people coming and going, George was completely dumbfounded. What was going on? Why were so many people at his house?

Though confused, George didn't react too drastically. He calmly entered his home, wanting to see what was happening. The busy staff, seeing George in his police uniform, didn't dare approach him and continued with their tasks.

Finally, in the living room, George saw his family: Helen hugging the two little ones who were looking around, and Chen Changsheng unreservedly holding Gwen tightly...

Instantly, George's blood pressure surged. "You scoundrel, you're trying to steal my cabbage again!" George coughed twice, drawing Chen Changsheng and the others' attention.

However, considering the presence of so many outsiders, George didn't scold Chen Changsheng severely. He simply inquired about the reason for so many people being there.

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Upon learning that it was chefs Chen Changsheng had called, George was a bit stunned. He had initially expected a simple dinner and an opportunity to ask some questions, but he hadn't anticipated Chen Changsheng would take it so seriously. But with so many people present, how could he question Chen Changsheng?

When dinnertime arrived, the family sat down together with great anticipation, waiting for the most important meal of their lives.

Dinner began, and dishes were served like a flowing river. The sheer variety of delicious food dazzled the eyes of the two little ones.

With very little self-control, the two little ones finished each dish as it arrived. Soon, their stomachs were bulging. Then, looking at the endless stream of delicious food still being brought to the table, the two little ones were wide-eyed, on the verge of tears, and desperate.

Amidst laughter and joy, Chen Changsheng and Gwen's family had a delightful dinner. George had never eaten so much good food either and was stuffed to the brim.

The only one who seemed unfazed was Chen Changsheng. It wasn't that he ate little; rather, he digested incredibly quickly. The food, after tasting it, was immediately digested and absorbed upon entering his stomach, converting into Biomass energy and being stored.

Watching Chen Changsheng eat so rapidly and without pause, the two little ones were filled with envy, constantly regretting why they weren't like their brother-in-law, a big eater who could eat and eat.

Chen Changsheng's appetite also astonished the five-star chefs. After cooking for so long in the kitchen, the head chef couldn't help but come out to see who the people were that could consume so much food.

Upon seeing Chen Changsheng devouring everything, the chef was impressed. One person could truly eat that much. Given the generous payment, the chef turned and continued to lead his team in intense preparation. Though rushed, as a five-star chef, the quality of the dishes still had to be maintained.

After eating for a while longer, Chen Changsheng finally stopped. It wasn't because he was full, but because the time was getting late. He didn't want to disturb Gwen's family's rest.

Clearing the leftovers from the table, Chen Changsheng saw the chefs, who looked exhausted, and silently apologized. However, as a consumer, Chen Changsheng felt inexplicably shortchanged. With nearly half a million dollars spent, how much of it was truly consumed in this one dinner? He hadn't gotten his money's worth.

After the chefs departed, George's family finally relaxed. With so many service staff present, it was difficult for anyone without strong psychological fortitude to endure.

Watching several people who were too full to even lie down, Chen Changsheng strutted around, showing off his presence.

George had lost the mood to question Chen Changsheng further. After all, his current state was terrible, his stomach about to explode. If he got angry again with this "wild boar," he'd be in trouble.

Seeing Chen Changsheng try to pull Gwen up for a walk, George felt a sense of helplessness. "A daughter grows up and leaves," he thought. It seemed his little cabbage would eventually be snatched away by this wild boar.

Perhaps it was for the best. Compared to others he didn't know, George now found Chen Changsheng much more agreeable. Young, wealthy, and deeply in love with Gwen – he seemed like the best candidate for a son-in-law.

As for Chen Changsheng not wanting to talk with him, George could understand. Everyone had their secrets, and what kind of conversations would there be between a father-in-law and son-in-law?

In the end, Chen Changsheng didn't manage to get Gwen, who was stuffed, to go for a walk. He set off for home alone. The warm scene at Gwen's house was something Chen Changsheng hadn't experienced in a long time.

How to put it? This feeling was truly wonderful.

Indeed, being human was interesting.

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