redvbooks Chapter 487 - 448: Doing the First Unconventional Thing in His Life
Chapter 487 - 448: Doing the First Unconventional Thing in His Life
The sunlight slanted across the playground, the golden rays mingling with the still vibrant orange-red firefighting uniforms, adding a touch of heroic color to the conclusion of this fire drill...
"Children, you did a fantastic job today!"
Wei Chengyi stood in the center of the playground, his eyes warmly sweeping over each child, his lips curling into a friendly smile: "Remember, safety knowledge is our super weapon. In the event of a fire, stay calm and use the methods we learned today to protect yourselves, alright?"
"Alright..."
The children straightened their backs, pride shining on their young faces.
But.
Unbeknownst to them...
Their little noses twitched slightly, all drawn by the enticing aroma of food wafting through the air.
And ever since tasting the delightful flavor of the spiced eggs earlier, Wei Chengyi and his companions had unspokenly hatched the idea of "staying for another lunch at Dorami Kindergarten," so now the wafting aroma only deepened his desire to linger for the meal.
But lunch was still a while away, so Wei Chengyi thought to stall for time until the lunchtime bell rang, when Liang Yinqiu would certainly invite them to join for lunch rather than leave them hungry as midday approached...
So...
He steeled himself, seemingly deciding on something against the norm for the first time in his life.
With a gentle smile, he asked the children, "Kids, do you have any questions you’d like to ask Uncle, whether about fire safety or anything else? Feel free to ask boldly!"
But unfortunately...
The children’s minds had already wandered to the upcoming lunch, their little tummies starting to protest softly, each of them wishing they could instantly go back to the classroom and wait for lunch...
No mood for questions now...
Thus.
Their little heads shook like rattles, replying in unison, "Nope!"
Wei Chengyi: "ヽ(゜Q.)ノ?"
Uh...
Why don’t you have any questions to ask?
Your lack of questions is foiling my plan to mooch a meal!
He silently fretted, yet outwardly maintained his friendly demeanor, continuing to encourage, "Come on kids, think it through again. Maybe there’s a question you’re interested in."
For a moment there, Wei Chengyi even felt a bit shameless, like the wolf disguised as the grandmother in the fairy tale, deceiving Little Red Riding Hood.
But as the saying goes: every man for himself, or perish from earth...
So...
To satisfy his own appetite, he decided to be "shameless" this once.
Sorry kids, but for the sake of my lunch, I’ll have to slightly compromise your time.
A glimmer of cunning flashed in his eyes, his smile turned more mischievous, silently conveying: Come on kids, don’t let my plan fail.
Of course.
His unusual behavior didn’t escape the eyes of the firefighters present.
They exchanged puzzled looks, silently asking each other: "What’s up with Captain Wei? Why’s he suddenly stalling?"
Mind you.
In previous visits to other kindergartens for fire drills, once it ended, Wei Chengyi was always the first to urge everyone back to the firehouse quickly. Yet today, he seemed to have no intention of finishing promptly and even wanted to stall for time...
Oh!
Wait!
Could Captain Wei really be delaying on purpose?
As for why the delay...
Probably to mooch lunch at Dorami Kindergarten, right?!
Then.
Everyone suddenly understood Wei Chengyi’s intentions, a spontaneous look of joy appeared on their faces.
After all, they too harbored similar thoughts, just earlier worrying that once the drill ended, Captain Wei would rush them to pack up, head back, and miss the chance to mooch lunch at Dorami Kindergarten.
Now seeing Captain Wei’s behavior, they finally relaxed their apprehensions.
But...
To fool the "flowers of Huaxia’s future" seemed a bit unscrupulous...
Yet between integrity and indulging appetites...
They chose the latter, silently praying the party forgives their actions...
The children blinked their eyes, thought for a moment, and still shook their heads, unanimously saying: "Fire Captain Uncle, we really have no more questions..."
Wei Chengyi and the other firefighters: "(;′⌒`)"
Ah!
Looks like... Their plan to mooch lunch...
Seems doomed to fail!
Almost certainly gonna fall through!
Wei Chengyi and the others began to feel these kids... were suddenly less adorable...
Liang Yinqiu also looked at Wei Chengyi, somewhat surprised, and interjected appropriately: "Captain Wei, since the children have no questions, and the drill has ended successfully, and lunchtime is indeed approaching. How about we wrap it up today, let them return to class for some water, rest awhile and prepare for lunch?"
Upon hearing this, the children instantly lit up with festive joy, their little faces blooming with radiant smiles.
They were just waiting to go back for a delicious lunch!
Wei Chengyi, seeing the children’s excitement, though a bit unwilling inside, could only accept today’s reality calmly.
"Alright, Director Liang." Wei Chengyi nodded to Liang Yinqiu, smiling at the children, "Kids, today’s drill ends here. You all did an excellent job. Now, let’s go back to class, take a break and get ready for a delightful lunch!"
Upon hearing the news of returning to class for lunch, the children’s faces instantly beamed even brighter with smiles, silently cheering "Yay" in their hearts.
They quickly lined up neatly, following the teacher’s lead back to the classroom, waving goodbye as they walked:
"Goodbye Firefighter Uncles!"
"Goodbye Director!"
Facing this innocent, obedient group of children, Wei Chengyi and his team felt nothing but warmth and affection, deeply unable to blame them one bit.
After all, what bad intentions could children possibly have?
Besides, it was the adults who harbored the trivial hope of mooching, no reason to blame the kids’ innocence.
They waved back with smiles filled with fondness, neatly replying, "Bye-bye kids!"
As the children’s joyous voices gradually faded into the distant scene, Wei Chengyi turned slowly towards Director Liang Yinqiu, expressing heartfelt gratitude: "Director Liang, thank you wholeheartedly for your great support. Today’s fire drill concluded perfectly, children’s performance exceeded expectations, truly gratifying. We look forward to more collaboration opportunities in the future."
Liang Yinqiu replied with a smile: "Captain Wei, you’re too polite. Our kindergarten too feels honored to receive such professional and thoughtful assistance from the fire brigade. In the days ahead, we hope our cooperation becomes even closer."
Realizing Liang Yinqiu hadn’t invited them to stay for lunch, Wei Chengyi felt a bit disappointed inside, he awkwardly and reluctantly bid farewell: "Director Liang, since everything’s done, then... we’ll..."
Not waiting for him to finish, Liang Yinqiu cheerfully extended hospitality: "Captain Wei, look at the time, why not stay and have a simple meal together? It will deepen our understanding and mark today’s teamwork with a perfect ending."
The suggestion delighted Wei Chengyi and his fellow firefighters, they quickly nodded in agreement: "Director Liang, that’s wonderful!"
Yet they felt their own eagerness showed too obviously, finding it a bit embarrassing: "Though, with so many of us, would it be bothering you? After all, preparing so much food needs much effort and time."
Director Liang Yinqiu smiled and waved them off reassuringly: "Captain Wei, no need to worry. I’ve arranged for Chef Huang to prepare extra food, enough for everyone. So go ahead and stay for a meal before heading off!"
Wei Chengyi’s face lit up with gratitude, nodding in response: "Then we shall gratefully accept! Thank you for your generous hospitality, Director Liang."
Liang Yinqiu continued: "That’s settled then. Pack up first, once ready, we’ll head to the kitchen for lunch."
"Okay!"
With that, Wei Chengyi and his team swiftly tidied their gear.