Chapter 116 Late Night Snack

Liu Xiuyuan, however, did not take it seriously.

"These old schools are often associated with strange tales, some even saying they were built on mass graves. So what?"

As he spoke, he noticed Xie Xun's unpleasant expression and frowned slightly. "However, since it involves other things, we really need to take it seriously."

"Let's not talk about this anymore, let's eat something first, I'm starving!" Lin Huairou waved her hand and walked out first.

The group turned into a bustling alley along Hefang Street, where a neon sign for Wangji Food Stall stood at the entrance.

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Although it was late at night, the place was bustling with activity and full of lively atmosphere.

"The seafood porridge and grilled skewers at this restaurant are quite good."

At Lin Huairou's strong recommendation, they found a seat towards the back.

Plastic tables and chairs, a makeshift shed, but the air was filled with the enticing aromas of various foods: the charred fragrance of charcoal-grilled meat, the savory aroma of seafood porridge, and the sizzling aroma of stir-fries.

The proprietress, a cheerful middle-aged woman, came over with a menu and said, "What would you like to eat? We have congee, barbecue, and stir-fries."

"Let's start with a pot of our signature seafood congee, with extra shrimp and scallops."

Lin Huairou was the first to order, "Another twenty skewers of lamb, ten skewers of grilled squid, and a serving of stir-fried razor clams..."

Liu Xiuyuan added, "The price is for garlic-flavored water spinach, something light and simple."

Ah-chan whispered, "I want to eat grilled eggplant..."

Fu Qinghuai glanced at Xie Xun and said to the proprietress, "Bring another order of stir-fried crab with ginger and scallions; he loves that."

While waiting for the food, the aroma of grilled skewers wafted over from the next table.

The meat skewers sizzle and drip oil on the charcoal fire, and the aroma becomes even more enticing the moment they are sprinkled with cumin and chili powder.

Soon, the seafood congee was served first.

"Come on, the seafood congee is ready!"

The proprietress strode over carrying a steaming hot clay pot, and a rich, savory aroma immediately filled the air.

The porridge was cooked to perfection, with the rice grains bursting open, and it was filled with fresh shrimp, squid, and dried scallops, topped with chopped green onions and cilantro.

Liu Xiuyuan picked up a spoon and served everyone porridge, saying, "Have some hot porridge to warm your stomachs."

At this moment, another plate of freshly fried chive pancakes was brought out, their golden crusts sizzling and emitting an enticing aroma.

Ah-Can finally recovered some of his appetite from the shock and carefully picked up a piece.

Xie Xun also picked up a piece of chive pancake, took a small bite, and found the outer skin crispy and the filling delicious; the grilled squid was also very good, the chewy texture paired with the special sauce made his eyes light up.

Following that, grilled skewers, stir-fried razor clams, stir-fried crab, and other dishes were served one after another.

"This roasted eggplant is also good."

Lin Huairou picked up a piece of roasted eggplant with her chopsticks, which was covered with minced garlic and meat. "You guys should try it."

Fu Qinghuai carefully dissected the steamed crab meat, placing the fattest crab claw meat and crab roe into Xie Xun's bowl. He also peeled a few shrimp for him and neatly arranged them on a plate.

Xie Xun ate quietly, occasionally glancing up at the busy proprietress grilling various skewers over the charcoal fire, which smelled delicious.

"Would you like to add some more?"

Liu Xiuyuan looked at the rapidly dwindling food on the table and asked, "How about another serving of stir-fried rice noodles?"

"Okay, okay!"

Ah-Can immediately nodded enthusiastically, "I'd like another order of grilled buns!"

The steamed buns grilled over charcoal were brushed with a layer of golden honey and grilled until the outer skin was crispy, emitting an enticing sweet aroma. The grilled oysters on the next table also emitted the fragrance of minced garlic and sizzled.

Soon, the stir-fried rice noodles, brimming with wok hei (the smoky aroma imparted by a wok), were served.

Eggs, shredded pork, bean sprouts, and rice noodles are stir-fried together, creating an irresistible aroma.

"Boss lady, another order of salt and pepper mantis shrimp and grilled oysters!"