Chapter 242: Letting Bygones Be Bygones with a Smile
The system was stunned!
Weren’t you supposed to eagerly ask what the good news was?
You should’ve even begged me for it!
Why are you still acting so high and mighty?!
Could it be the host didn’t hear clearly?
“Host, I’ve got huge good news to tell you. Do you want to hear it?”
Su He still looked lazy. “Doggie, that trick of whetting my appetite doesn’t work on me. I’ve already used it up myself. If you want to talk, then hurry up. If not, get lost and stop being an eyesore.”
System: “…”
Other systems used this kind of news to extort all kinds of benefits. One system even made its host kowtow ten times!
So why did things turn out like this with it?!
What kind of bad karma did it accumulate to end up with such a dog of a host?!
The system was so mad it shut down in frustration!
Oh, you don’t want to know? Fine, then I won’t tell you—let it eat you up inside!
Su He didn’t bother with it at all, not even a bit curious.
If the doggie was so eager to pop out and share good news, it was probably related to its own interests. Sooner or later, it wouldn’t be able to hold it in and would spill it anyway.
At that moment, a group of foreign guests came in, about twenty people, and were arranged into a private room.
The door wasn’t closed, so Su He could vaguely hear their conversation.
Because there were so many people, the accompanying translator was a bit overwhelmed, and some of the guests began to complain.
Su He stood up and walked to the door. “Comrade, I know English. Do you need help?”
The person in charge’s first instinct was to refuse. He didn’t know Su He, and dealing with foreigners was a sensitive matter—better to avoid unnecessary complications.
It wasn’t that he doubted her English ability. After all, this was the capital, with many universities—people who knew English weren’t rare.
At that moment, Su He smiled and said, “Comrade, I’ve previously served as a temporary translator for Elder Gu Jinting’s foreign guest delegation, so I do have some experience.”
The person in charge was surprised. “You know Elder Gu? You’ve even worked as a temporary translator for him?”
Su He nodded and briefly explained the situation.
His attitude immediately warmed. “Little Su, then I won’t stand on ceremony. Translator Wang is indeed a bit overwhelmed on his own. Please help take care of the guests at the table on the south side.”
Su He nodded and walked over gracefully, greeting the foreigners in English.
After a while, the chef wheeled over a cart and began slicing the roast duck on the spot.
The foreigners clicked their tongues in amazement. Su He also explained how to wrap the duck pancakes, and the atmosphere at the table became very pleasant.
During the meal, two foreigners went to the restroom. When they came back, they asked Su He, “Su, I saw two old men drinking over there. What dish do they have on their table?”
By sheer coincidence, the “two old men” they were referring to were Principal Chen and Factory Director Tian.
Su He smiled and replied in English, “They’re eating stir-fried duck offal—duck heart, intestines, and gizzard stir-fried with seasonings. Many people like to eat it as a drinking dish.”
One of the foreigners pinched his nose and said, “Disgusting! You Chinese people love eating strange things. Unlike our developed countries, where the food is both healthy and delicious.”
The other nodded. “You people actually eat duck organs—so filthy! It must be because you’re poor and backward that you eat these things!”
They spoke loudly, and everyone present heard them.
Translator Wang heard it clearly as well, and his expression stiffened.
He instinctively glanced at the person in charge and quietly relayed what they had said.
The person in charge’s expression changed several times. Like Elder Gu before, although he was furious inside, he still had some reservations.
At that moment, Su He spoke seriously: “Gentlemen, please show respect for our culinary culture.
You may not like it, but saying such things in front of us Chinese people is very impolite.
For example, foie gras, which you admire, is also an organ—fatty liver of a goose, artificially induced.
And caviar—each bite contains hundreds of lives that never had the chance to hatch.
These delicacies—how cruel they are!
As for your food, much of it is high in oil and sugar. Is that what you call healthy eating?
As for deliciousness, China’s culinary culture has a long history, with eight major cuisines and countless regional snacks…
I’m not saying this to belittle your food culture, nor to elevate ours. I simply want to tell you: you may dislike it, but don’t disrespect it.
Especially since you’re standing on Chinese soil—saying such things is asking for trouble!”
The two foreigners flushed red. One pointed at Su He. “You’re threatening us! I’m going to report you!”
Su He shrugged. “Go ahead. I’m not even from the foreign trade department—I’m just a concerned citizen!
Report me wherever you like!
Truth walks everywhere—you can even report me to the United Nations, I won’t stop you!
Anyone with a brain can judge who’s right and who’s wrong today. If you’re not afraid of embarrassing yourselves, go ahead!
Better yet, make it a big deal so everyone can see your so-called manners! And pointing fingers at people—is that your noble etiquette…?”
The two foreigners were so angry their faces turned red and their necks stiff, yet Su He’s English retorts were even more fluent than theirs—they couldn’t get a word in.
Translator Wang was completely dumbfounded!
He felt there wasn’t a single English word that could describe his current feelings—only one Chinese word could!
Awesome!
This Little Su was simply incredible!
He had long been displeased with some foreigners, but due to various constraints, he hadn’t dared to argue. Su He’s words were immensely satisfying!
The person in charge beside him was both anxious and irritated, thinking, At least translate for me!
What exactly did that Little Su say to make those two foreigners so furious?
He nudged Translator Wang, who then relayed Su He’s words.
The person in charge also felt greatly relieved. No wonder this girl could serve as Elder Gu’s temporary translator—her temperament matched his perfectly!
But how was today’s situation going to be resolved?
If things escalated, those two foreigners wouldn’t gain any advantage, but it would still be troublesome.
As he was thinking, Su He suddenly changed her tone:
“Gentlemen, my earlier words were somewhat excessive. But I believe that if someone criticized your country’s cuisine, you would also respond as I did.
Because this is a simple form of patriotism, something that flows instinctively in each of our veins.
Of course, I can also see that your earlier remarks were unintentional, without any real malice.
When different cultures meet and collide, misunderstandings are inevitable. I believe that through my explanation, your doubts have been cleared, and you won’t make similar remarks in the future.
In China, we have a saying—‘let bygones be bygones with a smile.’ I’ll substitute tea for wine and offer you both a toast. Let’s consider this matter settled, shall we?”
As she spoke, Su He poured two cups of tea for them and one for herself.
The two foreigners’ expressions shifted like chameleons. In the end, they picked up their teacups.
The three cups clinked together, and they drank them dry in one go.
Su He smiled and said, “Please, have a seat. Since we’re on the topic of tea, let me share a few stories about tea with everyone…”
