Coincidentally, the one-day experience vouchers for the Qinfeng Horse Ranch, promised by Qin Linlin earlier, had also been delivered to them. Yin Chengjue invited Rong Yu to go together.
Rong Yu happily agreed. The next morning, he got up early to wash up, then sat obediently at the dining table, waiting for Yin Chengjue to boil the dumplings.
The meal was simple frozen mushroom and minced pork dumplings. Each had a full large bowl, plus two boiled eggs, an apple, and a glass of fresh milk.
Yin Chengjue had permanently banned Rong Yu from the kitchen. He didn't even dare let Rong Yu handle something as simple as heating milk.
He really didn't want to buy new kitchenware and cups anymore.
"Brother, the dumplings you make are so delicious!" Rong Yu blew on the hot dumplings while not forgetting to praise.
Yin Chengjue: "...They're just frozen dumplings. You just boil water and put them in."
Rong Yu stuffed one whole dumpling into his mouth, chewed and swallowed, then said: "But when I cooked them before, it wasn't like this."
Yin Chengjue raised an eyebrow: "What did yours turn out like?"
Rong Yu took a sip of the soup: "I boiled them the same way you did, but what came out was a mushy paste of dumpling skin and filling. It looked disgusting, instantly killed my appetite."
Rong Yu stuffed two more dumplings into his mouth consecutively, his face full of happiness: "The dumplings brother makes are really delicious!"
Yin Chengjue: "..." It's a miracle you've survived this long.
Yin Chengjue: "Eat slowly, don't choke. I'm not fighting you for them."
"Brother, you should eat faster. Let's hurry to the ranch. I haven't ridden a horse in so long, it'll be great to run a few laps." Rong Yu urged Yin Chengjue.
Yin Chengjue's hand holding the chopsticks paused: "You know how to ride a horse?"
Rong Yu: "Yes, my riding skills are pretty good. Do you want to race with me later, brother?"
Yin Chengjue, who had originally been looking forward to riding the same horse with Rong Yu, sitting behind him and holding him as they galloped: "..." I miscalculated.
Qinfeng Horse Ranch was a notable competitive horse ranch in City A. Unlike those recreational ranches, the horses here were all carefully selected fine steeds, professionally trained specifically for guests to race.
With the one-day experience vouchers provided personally by the Qin family's Third Young Lady, the two received an enthusiastic reception from the ranch management, who brought them two tall horses with sleek coats, one brown and one white, both handsome with not a single stray hair.
"President Yin, these are both fine breed horses, and they have gentle temperaments, suitable for beginners to practice with," a handsome young man introduced enthusiastically. "You are both honored guests of the Third Young Lady. If you need anything, just let us know."
Rong Yu's gaze only lingered on the two horses for a few seconds before looking elsewhere. He asked, "Then, could you take us to the stables to have a look?"
"You two want to choose your own horses? Of course, this way please!" The young man immediately led the way, casually giving a professional introduction to their ranch.
"Oh? Isn't this President Yin? So free to come here for horse racing? I thought President Yin was busy building his career lately and didn't have the leisure for this." A man's laughing voice came through. Hearing this all-too-familiar voice, Yin Chengjue instantly frowned.
Although they hadn't had much interaction in this lifetime, in his previous life, this person had ruthlessly kicked him when he was down.
Before the Yin Group's bankruptcy, while they were offloading their shares, the Chang Group had deliberately driven down the value of Yin stock during that period.
Yin Chengjue clenched his fist and looked in the direction of the voice, his gaze cold.
Chang Yue, who had been smiling, unexpectedly met Yin Chengjue's icy stare. His expression stiffened, momentarily unable to recall where he had offended this man.
Yin Chengjue offered no reply, leaving Chang Yue, who had approached him first, standing there somewhat awkwardly.
Fortunately, Chang Yue was accompanied by a handsome man with a baby face. Seeing the awkward atmosphere, he immediately spoke up to smooth things over: "Meeting by chance is fate. How about we get on the horses and ride around a bit, exchange some riding tips?"
Chang Yue immediately gave the baby-faced man an appreciative look and said, "Good idea. President Yin, after you. And this... uh, what's the name again?" Chang Yue's gaze shifted to Rong Yu, who stood beside Yin Chengjue.
Rong Yu said with a smile, "It's fine if Mr. Chang doesn't know my name, it's not important. I won't introduce myself then."
Chang Yue: "..."
Looking at Rong Yu's bright smile, Chang Yue couldn't tell if Rong Yu was saying his own name wasn't important, or whether Chang Yue knowing his name wasn't important.
Yin Chengjue reached out and ruffled Rong Yu's hair: "Mm, it's enough that I know."
Chang Yue: "..." Is it my imagination? I feel not only subtly insulted but also force-fed a pile of dog food.
"Um..." The baby-faced man scrambled to ease the tension. He didn't dare say anything to Yin Chengjue, so he focused on Rong Yu: "If you're a beginner practicing, it's better to start with horses that have a gentler temperament, they're easier to get the hang of."
As soon as he finished speaking, a horse's neigh was heard, followed by several exclamations.
"Quick, hold it back!"
"Don't let it disturb the guests!"
"Oh no! It's running towards the main ranch!"
At the same time, a large, chestnut-red horse charged into their line of sight.
The young guide's face changed, and he hurriedly said, "Young masters, please step aside! That horse was just brought in this morning, it hasn't been tamed yet!"
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