Chapter 327: Becoming a Master Chef

Chapter 327: Becoming a Master Chef

Back home, Bai Zhi transformed into a culinary master, donning an apron and getting to work.

She first dealt with the rooster she had bought and killed; tonight's main dish was braised chicken.

Lu Ye watched as his wife picked up a cleaver to chop some pieces and offered to do it himself.

But Bai Zhi was skilled and enjoying the process, saying, "No need, I'll do it."

She easily chopped off a chicken leg and instructed Lu Ye, "Clean the fish and marinate it for later use."

Lu Ye was stunned by her skillful movements. After realizing what she meant, he replied, "Okay."

Not to be outdone by his wife's efficiency, he quickly took the fish to the yard to prepare it.

Chop the chicken into pieces and then blanch them in boiling water.

Next, I chopped potatoes, green peppers, and onions, and prepared all the seasonings.

After removing the chicken, clean the pot, pour oil into the pot, add the prepared seasonings, and start stir-frying.

She even bought a bottle of fermented soybean paste today.

As the chicken pieces were stir-fried in the pot, Lu Ye, who was cleaning fish outside the kitchen, smelled the strong aroma. He sniffed and his handsome face was full of pride.

My wife is really capable.

He quickly scaled the fish, sprinkled it with seasonings to marinate, and then went into the kitchen.

"Honey, why does it smell so good?"

Lu Ye watched the girl standing in front of the kerosene stove, carefully stir-frying. A thin layer of sweat appeared on her forehead, and he took a handkerchief and gently wiped it away for her.

“Big plate chicken, of course it’s delicious.” Bai Zhi glanced sideways, a bright smile on her face, her eyes sparkling like stars. “I’m actually a very good cook, it’s just that I don’t have time to cook usually. I’ll cook more for you in the future, you’ll definitely be amazed.”

Lu Ye wrapped his arms around her waist from behind, "Wife, you're already stunning."

He discovered that there was nothing she couldn't do.

And they do everything to the best of their ability.

His medical skills go without saying.

His driving skills are no less than his.

Even her cooking skills are so good.

He looked at her, his tone indulgent, "From now on, you'll teach me how to cook. Girls should try to stay away from cooking fumes."

"Really? Then you can become my apprentice, and I'll pass on all my culinary skills to you."

"Okay." He hugged her, bent down and rubbed his chin against her shoulder.

She pushed him.

"Let go quickly, I need to pour some water into the pot."

"I'll do it." Lu Ye let go of her and took a large ladle to scoop water into the pot.

"Oh dear, that's too much."

Bai Zhi looked at the water in the pot, then at Lu Ye, and shooed him away impatiently, "Get out of here, don't cause trouble."

"Not much, you can reduce the sauce."

"You're quite knowledgeable."

Actually, a large spoonful of water is not much; after boiling and reducing the liquid, there's practically nothing left.

But Bai Zhi also planned to pour some beer.

They specially bought two dozen beers and a bottle of baijiu (Chinese liquor) to treat her relatives well tonight.

She continued to instruct Lu Ye, "Go and get a bottle of beer."

Lu Ye didn't understand why, but he did as instructed.

"Open."

Lu Ye put it in his mouth and bit it, easily opening the bottle cap.

Bai Zhi poured half a bottle of beer into the pot and handed the rest to Lu Ye, saying, "You drink it; it'll get bitter if you leave it too long."

"Thank you, honey."

Bai Zhi, "..."

"There's no need to thank me. Don't disturb me while I'm cooking, go outside."

After putting the braised chicken in the pot, Bai Zhi started preparing the other ingredients.

She bought braised pig's head and pig's ears from the shop, as well as a roast duck, and cut them all up and plated them to make a cold salad.

Next, we'll cook fish and stir-fry vegetables.

Stir-fried pork with garlic sprouts, Mapo tofu, twice-cooked pork, Kung Pao chicken.

Eight dishes were prepared.

When Ye Rufeng returned, the aroma of vegetables filled the air as soon as he entered the courtyard.

The kitchen was filled with steam, making it impossible to see anyone clearly.

This kind of everyday life, full of warmth and life, makes people feel at ease and have a sense of belonging.

The fatigue Ye Rufeng felt from seeing patients instantly vanished.

He asked with a smile, "Xiao Zhi, what delicious food are you making?"

"Grandpa, you're back?" Bai Zhi came out of the kitchen, wiping her sweat as she spoke.

"The braised chicken has just been cooked, and now we're preparing the fish."

Ye Rufeng looked around the courtyard. Apart from Lu Ye and Bai Zhi, there was no other movement or anyone else in sight.

He asked, "Where did your uncle and the others go? Why aren't they home?"

"Their family went out to play and will come over later."

"good."

Ye Rufeng's eyes flickered slightly. He wanted to ask something, but in the end, he didn't ask and lowered his eyes to enter the hall.

Lu Ye also bought fruit and melon seeds.

While Bai Zhi was cooking, he washed the apples, placed them on a plate, and then added the bananas to the plate as well, putting them on the table.

He broke off a banana and handed it to Ye Rufeng, saying, "Grandpa, please have one."

"good."

Ye Rufeng, who usually doesn't eat these things much, was unusually obedient today and reached out to take the banana.

He sat in the chair, smelling the delicious aroma wafting from the kitchen, and looked at the tall, handsome young man bustling about. A soft light appeared in his eyes.

He suddenly realized that he was getting old.

He used to wander around, never feeling any hardship or loneliness. But now he has settled down and begun to enjoy the family time with his younger generation.

After my granddaughter gets married, she will have her own little family.

He can't disturb them, otherwise it will be difficult to have such a lively life like this again.

He will eventually return to loneliness.

Of course, family members don't necessarily have to live together. The most important thing is that there are no barriers between family members and that they understand each other.

Lu Ye walked in and saw Ye Rufeng sitting there in a daze, her eyes red, as if she had been crying.

"Grandpa."

Upon hearing his voice, Ye Rufeng looked flustered and coughed lightly, "What are you stir-frying that smells so strong?"

Lu Ye replied, "The twice-cooked pork must have had chili peppers in it."

"Lu Ye, sit down." Ye Rufeng gestured for him to sit, looking at him seriously. "You two are getting married soon. Do you think you're ready for marriage?"

Upon hearing Ye Rufeng's question, Lu Ye immediately stood up and replied formally, "Always ready."

"Alright, stop trying that on me."

Ye Rufeng looked at him and said earnestly, "For you two now, getting married and living together is not a difficult thing. Society has progressed, and you are both very outstanding. At the very least, I, as your elder, am not worried about your basic needs for food and clothing."

"However, you are all people with ideals and aspirations. Besides survival, there are more important things: ideals, careers, various choices..."

I hope that in the future, when faced with temptations or needing to make choices, you can unhesitatingly put her first. Can you do that?

"Grandpa, I can do it."

Lu Ye said, "Xiaobai is the most important person in my life. I love her very much, and no matter what happens in the future, she will always be number one."

He stood in front of Ye Rufeng and solemnly said, "I'm not good with words, but please believe in my sincerity."

Looking at the man's sincere expression, Ye Rufeng nodded, "I believe you. I've always believed in your character."