Chapter 484: A Thousand Years Old (5)

This world doesn't actually have many things that are common in modern times. After finishing breakfast, Wen Wan suddenly craved tofu. Yes, this world doesn't even have tofu! It's such a shame they don't know how to enjoy life. After learning that this world has soybeans, Wen Wan had an idea. Although she's a kitchen disaster, she's a theoretical genius! After all, she still has the system as a cheat code.

So she started having the tools made and then began teaching Gu Li how to make tofu. It was a traditional process, without modern tools, so Wen Wan could only try it cautiously step by step.

Although Gu Li was puzzled, he didn't say anything. Qi Mingzhu had never eaten tofu before, and even wondered why these unpalatable, watery-tasting soybeans could really be made into something delicious. Isn't this the kind of soybeans usually used to feed pigs?

Then she sent her own people to help. With more people, the efficiency increased. Some ground soybeans, while others added fuel to the fire.

After a long day of work, Gu Li finally managed to press the tofu into shape using a tool. She also made some tofu pudding, adding some ingredients. No one had ever eaten it before, and everyone was amazed by how delicious it was.

"Brother, is this really made of soybeans? It's so smooth and tender, and it doesn't smell bad at all."

Wen Wan: "Of course, haven't you been watching the whole time?"

"Brother, you are truly amazing."

Wen Wan then made soy milk, added a little sugar, and everyone ate until they were full and drank to their heart's content.

"It's a pity there's no ice, otherwise we could have eaten these things for a few more meals. The weather is getting hot now." Wen Wan said with some regret. Every noble in the palace was provided with ice every day, but since Wen Wan was a deposed crown prince, ice was naturally a luxury and impossible to have.

Qi Mingzhu: "I'll have someone go look for it."

"Thank you, Zhuzhu. You're so kind."

Soon, Qi Mingzhu had someone bring ice, and Wen Wan packed up the rest to keep it fresh.

"Now we just wait until tomorrow, and I'll show you what a real all-tofu feast is all about."

...

The next day, Qi Mingzhu arrived early in the morning, bringing not only herself but also a few little ones with her.

Wen Yan: "???"

Qi Mingzhu said to the group of kids, "I told you not to come along, why are you all so annoying?"

Wen Wan knew that these were the emperor's daughters and sons. After all, the emperor had many offspring, with more than a dozen princes alone, not to mention many princesses.

This group of people were attracted by Qi Mingzhu's boasting, and then they all came at once, wanting to see if this deposed crown prince could really make delicious food.

Wen Wan smiled and said, "You can stay for a meal, but you have to behave, or I'll kick you out."

"You're nothing but a piece of trash—"

Before he could finish speaking, Qi Mingzhu retorted, "If you're so capable, then don't come. Get lost."

other side:"……"

He dared to scold Qi Yu because he was the deposed crown prince, but he dared not provoke Qi Mingzhu, whose birth mother was Consort Rong.

However, he didn't believe that the deposed crown prince could actually make anything delicious; he was just making things up by Qi Mingzhu.

Wen Wan had Xiao Cui move small chairs for the little princes and princesses, and then she went to cut tofu. After unwrapping the gauze, the tofu had already taken shape. Wen Wan asked Gu Li to divide it into sixteen equal portions, and then she began to cook rice and other dishes.

This was naturally Chef Gu Li's responsibility. However, since so much work was being done, Qi Mingzhu had the palace maids go along to help. The other princes and princesses were also incredibly curious and sent their own people to help as well. In the end, Wen Wan called out some troublemakers, leaving only three or four people to help, while she herself was just sharing theoretical knowledge.

Wen Wan asked Xiao Cui to move the table to the yard.

Soon, dish after dish was served, and all the children subconsciously swallowed.

"It smells so good." A little boy, only a few years old, tried to reach for it, but Wen Wan slapped his hand with her chopsticks.

"Go wash your hands. You can't eat if you don't wash your hands."

So the little ones lined up to wash their hands, and then each of them was given a bowl. Every little one's eyes widened after the first bite, and then they began to gulp it down. Wen Wan prepared the largest portion for Gu Li, and then joined the rice-eating team herself.

The palace maids and eunuchs were also included; they hadn't expected the deposed crown prince to have prepared for them as well.

In Wen Wan's opinion, connections within the palace are the most important thing.

She's trying to win people over; if they eat her food, they'll have to do her a favor in the future.

This meal opened up a whole new world for everyone.

They were all slumped in their chairs after eating, their eyes sparkling as they looked at Wen Wan. Wen Wan's heart fluttered at their cuteness.

After all, these children are all incredibly beautiful and adorable. After all, they are royalty, and every emperor loves beautiful women. With this tradition passed down from generation to generation, it's unlikely that these children would be ugly.

After that, Wen Wan started preparing afternoon tea.

The little rascals also insisted on staying, which made Qi Mingzhu very angry. This place used to belong to her alone, and these people were too annoying.

Wen Wan stopped them, saying, "You are brothers and sisters, you should love each other. Everyone has one, don't fight over it, or I won't give it to you."

The atmosphere instantly became peaceful, after all, no one could resist this magical food.

First, they stir-fried the tea leaves. These were extremely high-quality tea leaves, and they smelled amazing when they were stir-fried. Then they added milk. Of course, Wen Wan didn't have any here, but these little princes and princesses had some at home!

Qi Mingzhu quickly had someone bring her over.

We can't make pearls here for the time being, so we can only cook some sago and other ingredients, and add some brown sugar syrup.

In the hot weather, one bite and almost everyone is hooked.

Wen Wan laughed. Sure enough, no normal person in this world can resist milk tea. Even the reserved male lead, Gu Li, drank a lot of it, not to mention those little brats. Now they're all beholden to him, calling him "Royal Brother" at every turn.

Even when they were leaving, they were all reluctant to part, promising to come back the next day, and even sending people to deliver a lot of raw materials.

Wen Wan suddenly felt like she had become incredibly rich.

She was in a good mood as she watered the bok choy.

"What should we eat tomorrow? How about tofu hot pot? It's been a long time since we've had hot pot. Let's prepare the broth and ingredients today."

So he discussed it with Xiao Cui and Gu Li, wrote down everything they needed, and Xiao Cui went to the imperial kitchen to find it. If she couldn't find it, she would ask someone to buy it outside the palace. Anyway, they had money, so nothing was a problem.

Afterwards, Wen Wan prepared four more pots, two spicy pots and two tomato pots, planning to make a half-and-half pot when she had time, so that she wouldn't have to go through all this trouble.

The next day, as soon as Wen Wan stepped out, all the little rascals arrived, chattering excitedly in the courtyard. This time, there were even more of them, not only princes and princesses, but also their playmates and study companions, all children of various ministers.

There was even an adult.

"Royal brother."

The fourth prince, Qi Min, is eighteen years old this year and has a fondness for food, as introduced in the system.

Wen Wan breathed a sigh of relief; this was a real lifesaver!

So, they welcomed them and quickly set up the pot. Then they started preparing various side dishes, including meat and vegetables. Wen Wan even instructed the little ones on how to wash the vegetables, saying, "You can only reap what you sow. You have to cook for yourselves before you can eat. I don't welcome freeloaders here."

Qi Mingzhu rolled up her sleeves and went to wash the vegetables, almost turning the cabbage into its core.

Wen Wan quickly stopped her and then asked Xiao Cui to teach her.

Soon the vegetables were washed and the base sauce that Gu Li had prepared was also finished. The Fourth Prince watched Gu Li's steps with bright eyes, clearly finding it very novel. Soon, a rich and irresistible aroma wafted out, and Wen Wan could clearly hear countless swallowing sounds.

Next was the tomato hot pot. Wen Wan handed the prepared tomatoes to Gu Li, who started to stir-fry them. A different aroma from the spicy hot pot, but still extremely enticing, wafted out, making them even hungrier.

Once the soup is ready, we start adding various side dishes that are difficult to cook, such as radishes and potatoes.

Then add tofu, which absorbs all the broth.

The fourth prince asked, "Is this tofu?"

Wen Wan nodded. "Fourth Brother can try some tofu later. How is it?"

"must."

It was served with rice, and a dipping sauce was also provided for the tomato stew.

Then came the enjoyment. When the Fourth Prince took his first bite of the tomato tofu, his eyes widened. "It's so delicious! Your Highness's cooking skills are simply unparalleled. I've never eaten such amazing tofu before. It's so soft and fresh, without even the slightest earthy taste of soybeans..."

The fourth prince was still slowly savoring his food when no one responded. Looking around, everyone else was busy eating.

Fourth Prince: "..."

The food in the pot was gone in the next second.

These little rascals were fighting over them so fiercely that even the Fourth Prince stopped talking and quickly started eating.

Wen Wan had no idea that the smell was so overpowering that it spread far and wide, causing a large number of people to stop at the entrance of the Cold Palace. The door was closed, and no one dared to shout.

Countless people are tempted, but they can't have it.

After finishing his meal, the Fourth Prince Qi Min slumped into his chair like the other little rascals, asking, "How did you, my brother, know how to make this hot pot?"

Wen Wan: "I saw it in a book by chance, and this is the first time I've done it. After all, I have a lot of free time now, so I have the leisure to tinker with these things."

The fourth prince wasn't oblivious to the subtext: "Your brother will definitely be alright."

After all, only when his elder brother recovered could he enjoy these amazing delicacies.

"Can I come tomorrow?"

Wen Wan: "Of course, you're very welcome."

Then the children went to check on the vegetables and chickens in the garden. The Fourth Prince was shocked, "Brother, you raise chickens?"

“This one will be braised, this one will be poached, and this one will be used for soup. We want to raise more, but we don’t have enough manpower.” Wen Wan sighed, and the Fourth Prince quickly said, “Your Highness has too many idle people. If Your Highness needs a few people, I will find them immediately.”

"Thank you then."

Suddenly, a chubby little hand grabbed Wen Wan's sleeve. Wen Wan looked over and saw it was the thirteenth prince, Qi Cai, who was only five years old. He looked round and chubby and was very cute.

"What's wrong?" Wen Wan asked gently.

Qi Cai stammered, "Seventh Princess has chicks, and I want one too. Can I raise one, Brother?"

So that's what it was about. I thought it was something else entirely.

The other children looked at Wen Wan with shining eyes. Wen Wan agreed, but still emphasized, "But you have to raise them under guidance, otherwise it's not allowed. After all, you don't want them to die, right?"