When it comes to winter lunches, hot pot naturally comes to mind.

However, since Chen Bing had just recovered from her illness and was not suitable for eating spicy or greasy food, Shang Yunmiao did not agree to the suggestion.

"How about some mutton soup? I saw a really authentic one that just opened nearby when I was watching videos."

"I've been drinking porridge every day for the past two days, it's too bland. I want to eat something more satisfying now."

“No, Chen Bing.” With her hands crossed in front of her, Shang Yunmiao shook her head, her tone surprisingly firm.

I really hope you can be this tough at night.

There were still important things to do that evening, so Chen Bing ultimately agreed to Shang Yunmiao's request.

Forget it, I'll lie low and endure for a while, and then take revenge when the time is right.

After walking hand in hand into the mutton restaurant that Xiao Shang had mentioned, the two ordered two bowls of mutton soup and a scallion pancake.

When all the food was served, Chen Bing was slightly surprised.

"Hey, this pancake..."

Xiao Shang also noticed that this pancake was unusual. She leaned forward slightly and whispered to Chen Bing, "Chen Bing... the way this pancake is made is similar to the one we have back home."

Nodding, Chen Bing looked up at the chef busy at the stove deep inside the shop and asked, "Boss, where did you learn to make these pancakes?"

"This is how it's done in my hometown of Chaojin, Shandong Province. I learned it from my family. What, it's not to your liking?"

"No, no, it just smells good, so I asked."

After ending the conversation, Chen Bing raised an eyebrow at Xiao Shang and said, "Fellow villager, you can come here to try more often in the future."

"Mmm!" Nodding, Shang Yunmiao put on disposable gloves, picked up a small piece of pancake to taste, and found that not only the appearance, but also the taste and texture were very similar to those at home. It was fragrant, crispy and delicious.

Not only the scallion pancakes, but also the mutton soup was delicious.

The delicious food from his hometown immediately stirred up the traveler's longing for home, and driven by this longing, Shang Yunmiao suggested that he wanted to go home as soon as possible.

"How about January 2nd? Let's drive back then."

"Okay!"

Chen Bing chuckled and pinched Shang Yunmiao's cheek, then finished the last bit of mutton soup in one gulp, and quietly admired Shang Yunmiao's adorable appearance while eating.

Perhaps because of her small hands, Shang Yunmiao has a habit of using both hands to serve whatever she eats.

For example, right now, she sometimes holds the bowl with both hands and sips the soup, and sometimes she holds a pancake with both hands and bites it, making crunching sounds from time to time.

Not only was Xiao Shang's eating manner adorable, but as Chen Bing watched, she also noticed that Xiao Shang's cheeks were flushed red, as if tempting Chen Bing to take a bite.

As the saying goes, action speaks louder than words. On the way to the supermarket after dinner, Chen Bing took advantage of Shang Yunmiao's inattention and leaned down to gently bite her cheek.

Covering her wet face, Shang Yunmiao gave Chen Bing a reproachful look, then pouted, indicating that they were still outside and shouldn't do this.

"Sorry, sorry, it's just that my little Shang's blushing face is so cute, I couldn't help myself." After making an excuse for her behavior, Chen Bing hugged Xiao Shang again with a grin.

Sigh... After all, the kiss was over, what else could she do? After giving Chen Bing a resentful look, Xiao Shang had no choice but to give up on pursuing the matter.

However, some verbal reprimands are still necessary.

"Chen Bing, we made a promise before, when we were outside... cough cough..."

Upon hearing Shang Yunmiao cough, Chen Bing smiled slightly and then pulled the little girl's scarf up to cover her mouth and nose.

"Alright, alright, let's talk about it when we get home. It's windy outside. Come on, snuggle into my arms." Chen Bing snuggled closer to Shang Yunmiao and whispered in her ear.

"No, it's not because of the wind, cough cough... It seems like some bits of mutton got on my throat when I was drinking the soup, it's a little itchy, cough cough..."

"Okay, okay, I got it. I'll clean it up for you when we get home."

Cleaning? How do you clean something from your throat? Shang Yunmiao's already rosy cheeks turned even redder.

"Hmph... You mean Chen Bing, cough cough... I don't want to talk to you anymore."

Although she said that, Shang Yunmiao's body still leaned closer to Chen Bing, and she even reached out to pull her scarf up a little.

Noticing her subtle actions, Chen Bing was naturally extremely pleased with himself. He thought to himself, "Shang Yunmiao is just a nobody; she's destined to be manipulated by me. Hehehe!"

With Shang Yunmiao, who looked like a little wife, in her arms, Chen Bing went to the supermarket next to the residential area and started shopping.

Shang Yunmiao already had a plan for tonight's dinner, so in no time, she had bought almost everything she needed.

As she passed the snack section, she unusually stopped there.

"It seems like we're almost out of snacks at home..." she said, seemingly to herself.

"Let's buy some: potato chips, jelly, spicy strips, candy, cookies, chocolate—what should we buy?"

"Hmm..." After thinking happily for a while, Shang Yunmiao replied, "Then... cough cough, I want to eat a small cake."

"Silly girl, the cake isn't here." Chen Bing patted Shang Yunmiao's head and teased her, "But why are you coughing again? And your throat is itchy?"

"Hmm... there is still a little."

Looking down at Shang Yunmiao, Chen Bing noticed that the girl's face had become even redder than before.

"Your face is so red, is it because you're hot? No, wait, you don't have a fever, do you?"

"Fever?" A little dazed, Shang Yunmiao looked up at Chen Bing and carefully examined her own body.

"Hmm... now that you mention it, my head does feel a little dizzy."

He reached out and touched Xiao Shang's forehead. It wasn't as hot as he had imagined, but it didn't seem to be a normal temperature either.

"I think so. They've been with me every day these past two days, so it's quite possible they caught it from me."

"Oh... I guess so, cough cough." Shang Yunmiao pulled her scarf down a little and coughed lightly again.

She didn't react much to the possibility of being infected. After all, the exams were over, and things were more relaxed now; it was just a matter of time.

With a tender pat on Xiao Shang's head, Chen Bing took her little hand and said, "Let's go buy some small cakes now, and then hurry home. You need to rest now."

"Hmm... okay~"

After discussing it, the two headed straight to the bakery section of the supermarket.

After Shang Yunmiao selected and bought several cakes, the two paid at the cashier and then returned home.