GBP Chapter 196 Dinner
Chapter 196 Dinner
Zhang Chentian walked slowly towards the Haoqing courtyard with steady steps.
As the distance got closer, the tempting aroma of food drifted into my nose, and the smell brought with it the warmth and intimacy of home.
As you walk into the courtyard, the familiar fragrance becomes more and more intense, as if it can melt your heart.
Looking closely, I saw my mother Luo Qinghan in the kitchen, wearing an apron. She was slightly bent over, looking intently at the dishes tumbling in the pot. She was skillfully turning them with the spatula in her hand, with a loving smile on her face.
Xia Aoxue on the side pursed her lips, watching Luo Qinghan's actions with gentle and focused eyes, and occasionally stretched out her slender hand to hand over the seasoning.
Her hair gleamed softly in the dim light, and the slightly upturned corners of her mouth revealed her inner joy.
The fire from the stove reflected on their faces, creating an extremely warm picture.
In the warm light of dusk, everything in the courtyard seemed so peaceful and beautiful, filled with the warmth and happiness of home, which made Zhang Chentian's heart full of emotion and expectation.
"I am back!"
Zhang Chentian walked to the kitchen door and shouted.
Hearing his voice, the two people in the kitchen turned their heads at the same time.
"Brother Tian, you're back. I'm learning how to cook from mom so I can cook for you in the future."
Seeing Zhang Chentian's figure, Xia Aoxue's face showed a bright smile, and she said happily.
"Actually, you don't have to learn any of this. Just tell me what you want to eat and I'll make it."
Zhang Chentian looked at Xia Aoxue's clumsy appearance and spoke softly with some heartache.
"How can this be? Mom said that if you want to capture a man's heart, you must first capture his stomach. I don't want you to abandon me in the future."
Xia Aoxue looked at Zhang Chentian seriously and said with her head tilted.
Hearing this, Zhang Chentian's heart softened, and he gently held Xia Aoxue's hand:
"How could I abandon you? Having you by my side in this life is enough for me!" His eyes were gentle and firm, as if he wanted to convey his feelings to the other person.
"You said it, and mother was listening to it all!" Xia Aoxue's cheeks turned slightly red, and she lowered her head shyly.
Although it was common for powerful men to have three wives and four concubines in the Shenxuan Continent, she did not want to share the person she loved deeply with others.
"I can swear..." Zhang Chentian was about to continue speaking, but Xia Aoxue stretched out her fingers and gently covered her lips.
"No, I believe you!" Xia Aoxue's eyes were full of trust and love, which moved Zhang Chentian deeply.
"Okay, go sit over there. I'm going to continue cooking with Mom."
As Xia Aoxue spoke, she put the vegetables in her hand into the pot and stir-fried them, emitting bursts of fragrance.
She turned her head and looked at Zhang Chentian, a hint of tenderness in her eyes.
Zhang Chentian nodded.
However, at this moment, a familiar voice came from a distance: "Brother, look what I brought!"
Zhang Chentian stopped and looked in the direction of the voice, only to see his younger brother Zhang Chenlong running towards them at high speed, carrying several large "mantis shrimps".
These "mantis shrimp" look very strange. Their shells are bright red and their tails are burning like flames.
Seeing this scene, Zhang Chentian couldn't help but feel a surge of surprise in his heart.
He quickly walked over and asked curiously, "Oh my god! How did you catch so many redtail shrimp? Tell the truth. Did you catch them secretly when the Sixth Elder wasn't there?"
"How is that possible! I am a well-known honest man in the family! Brother, please don't slander me!"
Hearing his brother's words, Zhang Chenlong quickly defended himself. He widened his eyes and looked at Zhang Chentian innocently, as if he had been greatly wronged.
"Don't go back to your room. I'll leave these red-tail shrimps to you. My mother's salt and pepper shrimps are not as delicious as yours." Zhang Chenlong first proved his innocence, then leaned close to Zhang Chentian's ear and whispered.
"Of course, I'm the best at cooking shrimps. Nothing my mother can compare to me!" Zhang Chentian smiled proudly, with a hint of pride in his eyes.
"I see you two brats are itching for some skin. Do you want me to loosen your bones?"
Suddenly, mother Luo Qinghan's "angry" voice was heard from the kitchen.
She stood in the doorway, her hands on her hips, glaring at the brothers, anger flashing in her eyes.
Zhang Chenlong and Zhang Chentian looked at each other and showed awkward smiles on their faces.
They knew their mother was just joking, but they still felt a little guilty. They lowered their heads and said quickly:
"No! No! No!"
After a while, a sumptuous meal was finally ready.
At this time, the last ray of dusk quietly disappeared and night gradually fell.
In the small courtyard, several warm yellow lanterns emit soft light, as if adding a dreamy filter to this cozy scene.
The breeze blew gently, bringing a hint of coolness, and the leaves rustled, as if playing soft background music for the dinner.
The family sat around the dining table, the dim light shining on everyone's face, adding a bit of warmth.
Zhang Chentian narrowed his eyes slightly and looked at the table full of delicious food, his eyes full of emotion and satisfaction.
The corners of his mouth lifted slightly, revealing a warm smile.
Luo Qinghan looked at her two sons and future daughter-in-law with a smile, her eyes full of love.
Xia Aoxue sat beside Zhang Chentian shyly, occasionally glancing at him secretly, her eyes full of happiness.
Zhang Chenlong couldn't wait to pick up a red-tail shrimp and ate it while praising it:
"Brother, your cooking skills are amazing!"
Zhang Chentian smiled, a hint of pride flashing in his eyes. He also picked up a shrimp, peeled it, and put it to Xia Aoxue's mouth:
"Try it, how does it taste?" Xia Aoxue blushed and took a bite, her eyes lit up: "It's delicious!"
Luo Qinghan looked at them and said with a smile: "You guys only know how to eat. There are still many days to come, so you should get along well with each other."
In the night sky, the stars are dotted, shining like bright gems.
The family in the courtyard ate delicious food and chatted about family matters, and laughter echoed in the courtyard.
This dinner was filled with the warmth and happiness of home, and filled everyone's hearts with beautiful visions of the future.
"Alas~ It's a pity that your father didn't come back, otherwise our family would be here together."
Luo Qinghan sighed softly, with a hint of regret and expectation on her face. She raised her head and looked at the bright moon in the sky, her eyes revealing a deep longing.
"Mom, don't be sad. After the family competition is over in two months, he will definitely come home to visit us." Zhang Chentian looked at his mother's expression and comforted her.
"Also, when your father comes back, you can ask him to peel shrimps for you." Zhang Chentian blinked mischievously and said with a smile.
"You little brat, how dare you tease your mother!" Luo Qinghan laughed at her son's words. She pretended to be angry and glared at Zhang Chentian.