Night Tokyo was lively again after a long time. A Bao, who had been running around outside and trading treasury bonds, had returned. He had arranged in advance for Wang Yan to cook at Night Tokyo so everyone could get together.
These gatherings became livelier each time, and this time, even more people had come. President Bao was riding high, so there were more people following him to dinner, more friends, and some new friends as well.
"Boss Wang, this is Commander Cai. He's from the major account room, very capable. This is Hair Root, he's with our fleet too. They'd heard of your reputation long ago and had wanted to meet you for ages."
Wang Yan smiled as he shook their hands, making their acquaintance.
Commander Cai said, "President Bao exaggerates. In front of Boss Wang, I'm nothing but a minor sorcerer before a great wizard. Back when Boss Wang had a lamb skewer stall on Yellow River Road, people are still talking about it today."
Hair Root chimed in from the side, "Exactly. Who knows how many people admire the way Boss Wang has maneuvered, building such a huge enterprise in less than three years. On my way here today, I even saw the news in the paper. Boss Wang's wealth and influence are truly everywhere."
"We're all friends, so let's skip the pleasantries. President Bao knows exactly how things stand with me. It might look like I'm making a grand show, all flowers and splendor, but really, I'm burning money and could go bankrupt any moment."
Wang Yan waved his hand. "I'm the chef today. You all chat first. We'll talk over dinner."
After politely nodding to everyone, Wang Yan returned to the kitchen. He washed his hands and got busy with Little Monk.
Everyone gathered noisily