Chapter 615: The Rhythm of Breaking the Ice

Chapter 615: The Rhythm of Breaking the Ice

When Liu Guifang finished preparing the sauce, the steamed dough had almost cooled down, so she started cutting the dough and side dishes.

"I don't have cucumbers at home to use as a side dish, so I'll just cut some shredded carrots and celery, and that'll do the same thing."

Both the shredded carrots and celery need to be blanched in boiling water to remove their bitterness.

Liu Guifang first mixed a bowl of angelica root, then said,

"Xiaobai, you eat first. I made a lot, so I'll take a bowl to Yumei so she can have a taste too."

"good."

However, before Liu Guifang could leave, Wang Yumei arrived as if she had caught a whiff of her presence.

She just saw Bai Zhi take something from home and go to Liu Guifang's house.

Unable to resist, I came over for a visit.

Liu Guifang saw her and smiled, "Oh, Yumei, what a coincidence! I was just about to bring you some noodles."

"Sister-in-law, did you make this?" Wang Yumei asked Liu Guifang with surprise, looking at the bright red chili oil, the side dishes garnished with carrots and greens, and the colorful and fragrant dough.

"Yes, it's just cooked."

"Since you're here, let's eat here."

She welcomed Wang Yumei in and gestured for her to sit down.

Then he looked at Bai Zhi and said with a smile,

"Xiaobai, Yumei is here. Let's sit down and eat together."

Liu Guifang smiled, seemingly intending to help them break the ice.

"good."

This is Liu Guifang's home, so Bai Zhi naturally wouldn't say anything.

It's impossible for her to be so stingy as to leave as soon as Wang Yumei comes.

Bai Zhi's guess was correct; Wang Yumei's attitude towards her had indeed changed a lot. She was no longer as aggressive and sarcastic as before.

Just like when she came out of the kitchen, Wang Yumei pulled out a stool for her.

They gave up their positions.

It would have been good enough if she hadn't made those sarcastic and mocking remarks before.

Liu Guifang smiled and invited the two of them to start eating, "Come on, let's sit down and eat. Try my cooking. I haven't made 'Nianpi' in a long time. If Xiaobai hadn't reminded me, I wouldn't have remembered how to make it."

She remembered making it once last year, but her husband, Lao Yang, didn't like it.

They complained that it was too spicy, the seasoning was too heavy, and that it wouldn't keep them full for long.

At that time, she didn't have the old secret seasoning recipe either.

The taste wasn't very good either.

Wang Yumei took a bite and immediately gave a thumbs-up, exclaiming, "Wow, sister-in-law, this is so delicious!"

"The noodles I ate in Jincheng before were never this chewy. And how did you make this sauce? The chili is fragrant but not spicy, it's so delicious."

Wang Yumei came from a big city and was known in their residential compound for being picky.

Having received her affirmation, Liu Yumei felt more confident. She then looked at Bai Zhi, waiting for her comments.

"Xiaobai, what do you think?"

Bai Zhi nodded affirmatively, "Sister-in-law, it's delicious. Your cooking skills are quite good."

"But why doesn't my husband, Lao Yang, like to eat it?" Liu Guifang wondered.

Bai Zhi explained with a smile, "Snacks like 'twisted noodles' are like snacks, and many men aren't very interested in them. Mainly because they have big appetites and like to eat filling foods."

Women tend to have a sweet tooth; they love things like cold noodles, mung bean jelly, and spicy hot pot—these are all women's specialties.

In later generations, many of these stalls were frequented by female customers.

Bai Zhi's words struck a chord with Liu Guifang: "You're absolutely right. That's exactly what my husband, Lao Yang, said. He said that the stuff I make is ice-cold, which makes him uncomfortable to eat, and it's not filling."

Wang Yumei also smiled and analyzed, "Young people all like this. Your husband, Lao Yang, has reached the age where he needs to focus on health."

Because Wang Yumei was there, Liu Guifang did not mention that she had the idea of ​​setting up a stall.

After all, the idea is still immature and should not be publicized. Just like Bai Zhi, who has already taken over the shop but is still so low-key.

He would come home to his family compound and say nothing, but quietly get to work.

Yesterday, she complained to her husband, Lao Yang, that Lu Ye and Bai Zhi were too low-key and didn't tell the neighbors anything.

Her husband, Lao Yang, said that this was called "secretly accomplishing something".

She also needs to learn to stay calm.

"Xiao Bai, your Deputy Battalion Commander Lu hasn't come back either, has he?" During the meal, Wang Yumei took the initiative to talk to Bai Zhi again.

Bai Zhi replied, "Yes, he went to the military base last night and hasn't come back since."

Wang Yumei sighed, "My husband Zhou hasn't come back either. I guess they must have another urgent mission this time. I don't know if it's a joint operation or separate operations. They haven't come back yet, so they've probably all gone out."

"Let's not get involved in work-related matters, and don't worry about them. They are a company commander and a deputy battalion commander, both experienced veterans, so nothing will happen to them."

Wang Yumei strongly agreed with Liu Guifang's words, saying,

"Speaking of which, my husband Zhou is quite lucky. He has been on so many missions and has rarely been injured."

Upon hearing this, Liu Guifang quickly interrupted her, "You can't say things like that."

The elders in their hometown often say that healthy people should never boast about not being sick.

The same applies to injuries.

It came true as soon as I said it; it's incredibly accurate.

Wang Yumei clearly didn't understand Liu Guifang's meaning, thinking that Liu didn't believe her.

“Sister-in-law, I’m telling you the truth. We’ve been married for six years, and he only came back once with a small scrape on his leg. Every time he goes on a mission, he’s completely unharmed. That shows how capable he is.”

Wang Yumei's last words terrified Liu Guifang.

What does it mean to have strong business skills so that you don't get hurt?

Lu Ye almost lost his life a while ago. Was it because of his lack of professional skills?

She glanced at Bai Zhi, then awkwardly laughed and quickly changed the subject.

"Let's not meddle in their work. Are you two full yet?"

Seeing that both of their bowls were empty, Liu Guifang asked.

Bai Zhi wiped her mouth and said, "Sister-in-law, I'm full. Next time you make it, I'll buy us roujiamo (Chinese hamburger) and roujiamo with it. It will definitely taste even better."

Liu Guifang hadn't expected Bai Zhi to be so knowledgeable.

She smiled and nodded, "That's right, that's right. The specialties of our hometown are rolled noodles and roujiamo (Chinese hamburger). These two are the standard combination."

"If you've finished eating, then I'll take the bowls away."

"Sister-in-law, let me help you."

Bai Zhi picked up her bowl, and Wang Yumei politely picked up hers as well, and they went into the kitchen together.

Liu Guifang wanted to say, "You two go outside and sit down. I'll wash the dishes."

But then she thought about how the two didn't get along, and what if they started arguing if she left them alone together? So, she had a sudden inspiration and simply said...

"Xiaobai, aren't we going to the county town? I'll leave the dishes for now and wash them when we get back this afternoon. Don't let this delay your plans."

Bai Zhi understood Liu Guifang's good intentions.

Of course, it was quite agonizing for her to sit and stare at Wang Yumei like that.

Bai Zhi said, "Sister-in-law, you go ahead and get ready. I'll go home and change my clothes. I'll come out and call you in a bit."