The day's goodwill visit and charity event came to an end.
Lin Xiaomeng changed out of her women's suit jacket and back into her chef's uniform.
The moment she entered the kitchen, she slipped back into her role as head chef.
"Good evening, boss!"
"Thanks for all your hard work today, boss. You spent quite a bit, too."
"What you did today was really generous, boss. Thumbs up!"
When the aunties in the kitchen saw Lin Zhe, they all smiled and took turns praising him.
The aunties were all in their fifties or sixties themselves, and today's event had touched them the most deeply.
Lin Zhe's unintentional gesture had also given them a greater sense of belonging with him and the Fortunate Inn.
Having such a kindhearted boss was a blessing for them, too.
"Thanks for your hard work, Brother Zhe. I braised your favorite chicken drumsticks. They're in that pot over there."
Lin Xiaomeng tipped her chin toward a pressure cooker sitting to one side, pointing it out to Lin Zhe.
"Tsk, tsk, tsk..."
"Oh my, I'm so jealous!"
"I'd be happy if my daughter-in-law treated me half as well as Xiaomeng treats our President Lin!"
Caught off guard, the aunties prepping ingredients got another faceful of Lin Xiaomeng's affection. It was another day of being terribly envious of Lin Zhe!
Lin Zhe lifted the pressure cooker's lid and saw a dozen or so large, steaming chicken drumsticks inside.
The drumsticks had a glossy reddish sheen and looked appetizing at a glance.
"They smell amazing! There are so many. Everyone here gets a share."
"Let's each have one when we eat."
Lin Zhe wasn't in the habit of keeping good food to himself. Enjoying things together was better than enjoying them alone.
Of course he was happy to share