What she asked was no different from stabbing him in the heart with a knife, but Rong Sanshao still answered honestly, “Moving bricks at the construction site.” 

Jiang Ning took a moment to observe him and noticed the scars on his face and hands, indicating he had likely endured a lot to survive. 

In the face of natural disasters, everyone is equal, even the son of the richest man is no exception. 

She did not ask him about his experience after they separated. Even if he spoke about it with a smile, it was probably bloody and brutal. 

“One day when you have a day off, your brother-in-law and I will treat you to a meal.” 

When it comes to food, Rong Sanshao’s eyes lit up. “Hot pot?” 

“You’re being overly optimistic; it’s been so many years since the natural disaster. How can you still think about having hot pot?” 

Still, the fact that they could reunite was indeed a reason to be happy. “Doudou works at the plantation; I’ll see if I can get some seasonings so you can enjoy it.” 

Rong Sanshao was quite enthusiastic, “How’s brother-in-law and Doudou?”  

Jiang Ning gave him her address, “He’s fine. Come over when you have time.” 

Rong Sanshao lived in Area C and said straightforwardly, “Sister, I’m free on the weekend.” 

“Alright, then let’s set it for the weekend, and then we will have a good meal.” 

After making sure his comrades were alright, Rong Sanshao went back to continue moving bricks. 

Jiang Ning watched him leave. His back looked thin, but his posture was still upright. His mental state was much better than the last time she saw him digging through trash. 

It seemed he had found a strong goal to survive. 

Unlike last time, when he felt ashamed and turned around and ran away when he met an acquaintance. 

Here he was, moving bricks just half a month after arriving. 

It appeared that as a second-generation survivor, he had finally fully accepted the harsh reality and was actively facing life. 

After work, Jiang Ning mentioned Rong Sanshao to Huo Yishen. 

There are now more than 20,000 people in the base, and the hospital, salt factory, food factory, seawater purification, and plantation are all operating normally. 

Life was still tough, but it was significantly better than before. 

More than 2,000 people coming out of the southern military base, and there are even fewer survivors from Fengcheng. Jiang Ning only knows the Sharp-mouthed monkey and Rong  Sanshao. 

In addition to food, clothing, and shelter, people also needed emotional connection and communication, so having a meal together was nice. 

Huo Yishen suggested, “Why don’t we go to the submarine to eat, and invite the sharp-mouthed monkey’s family?” 

Jiang Ning had no objection and made an arrangement for the weekend. 

Wang Meili had harvested two batches of potatoes, and some fast-growing herbs could be propagated for seedlings or dried and sold. 

She consulted Jiang Ning several times and mastered some massage techniques, which she used on her son and husband; over time, it truly benefited their health. 

Sharp-mouthed monkey grinned. His wife was treating him better and better. 

He needed to work even harder, even if it took everything out of him, just to ensure she had a good life. 

But such beautiful days were undoubtedly related to his sister’s support. 

He readily accepted the invitation to the dinner, thinking that he needed to bring something good to repay her. 

Unexpectedly, Huo Yishen had to work half a day overtime, so they simply changed the gathering to the evening. 

After ten years of disaster, they couldn’t dream of hot pot base ingredients. 

The submarine had a smoking and ventilation system and Jiang Ning equipped it with an induction cooker and an oven. She prepared some dipping sauces, and stir-fried a few hot dishes that can make people happy. 

Wang Meili brought two kinds of green vegetables, while Sharp-Mouthed Monkey mysteriously pulled out a piece of cured meat, “Sister, this is a good thing; I put in a lot of effort to get it. 

It was aged cured meat, but it didn’t look bad. It was indeed a good thing. 

But Jiang Ning was hesitant to eat it.  

While he wasn’t paying attention, she secretly took a piece of similar shape from the space. 

Jiang Ning had prepared leeks, Chinese cabbage, green peppers, and chili peppers in advance—these were all available at the plantation, and since Doudou worked there, she had no reason to worry. 

The other sausages and salted fish also came from the space. 

Sharp-mouthed monkey grinned, “Sister, I can have meat if I follow you.” 

He was not only diligent but also helped out with the chores. 

Wang Meili and her son were preparing vegetables nearby. 

Sharp-mouthed monkey’s eyes kept staring at the vegetables on the chopping board, and he couldn’t help but secretly swallow his saliva—meat! 

Rong Sanshao came last and brought along a pound of fish cakes. 

“Sister, do you have hot pot? I’m so greedy.” 

Sister? Sharp-mouthed monkey’s eyes swept over. This is his sister. 

Noticing his gaze, Rong Sanshao raised his eyebrows. “What’s wrong?” 

After all, he had once been the son of a wealthy family; even if he had fallen to the point of moving bricks on a construction site, the pride ingrained in him couldn’t be easily worn away. 

Rong Sanshao only obeyed those who were stronger than him. Jiang Ning and Huo Yishen, who had beaten him, had seen him in embarrassing situations countless times. 

In front of the two, he could be shameless and lacking dignity, but that didn’t mean others could act recklessly in front of him. 

Especially in front of second-hand dealers, even Qin Chuan had to treat him with respect. 

So, he habitually raised his eyebrows, but his tone was still much more restrained, not as arrogant as it was in the villa district. 

But Sharp-mouthed monkey had been doing business long enough to treat everyone like a customer. He gave room for others when speaking and liked to give people a way out. 

He didn’t mind Rong Sanshao’s attitude and cheerfully said, “I feel that Third Young Master is even more handsome now.” 

The real ability to make money wouldn’t cost him a piece of meat. 

Rong Sanshao was in a good mood instantly. “If you can talk, just say more.” 

It had been years since anyone had complimented him.  

Ah, how he missed his diamond-studded slippers, shiny hair gel, and flashy coat…  

The dinner was prepared by the little cook: stir-fried bacon with green peppers, steamed salted fish with fermented black beans, and chili rings with minced garlic. 

It smelled delicious, and Rong Sanshao was so hungry that his stomach kept growling. 

He couldn’t help but reach out his hand because he was greedy… 

Since they were both younger brothers, Jiang Ning treated them equally and lightly kicked him, “Young master, do you want me to feed you? Hurry up and get the bowls!” 

Rong Sanshao didn’t get angry after being treated specially by Jiang Ning. He retracted his hand and obediently went to get the bowls. 

Still, he couldn’t help but speak, “Doudou, your cooking skills are really good. Do you have a boyfriend?”  

Boyfriend? Doudou almost couldn’t help it and hit him on the forehead with a spatula. 

Huo Yishen glanced over. Rong Sanshao shrank his neck. “Brother-in-law, I was just joking; don’t look at me like you want to kill me.” 

Rong Sanshao was still the same Rong Sanshao; after three days without being reprimanded, he really couldn’t change his dog-like behavior! 

After being glared at by his brother-in-law, Rong Sanshao finally behaved himself and obediently wiped the table and set the dishes. 

Jiang Ning was not interested in the fish cakes he brought at a huge cost and put them aside without touching them at all. 

Worried that the meal might be too good to explain, she specially made a pot of multigrain rice. 

Even so, a huge pot of rice was enough to make both families salivate. 

How long had it been since they last ate a proper meal? 

Jiang Ning announced proudly, “What are you all standing there? Although there are not many dishes today, there is definitely enough rice.” 

Although Sharp-mouthed monkey was greedy, he was still considerate. “Sister, will this meal be too much for you?” 

Jiang Ning asked back, “Since you’ve called me sister, can I let you eat me out of house and home? Eat freely and without worry.”