After finally managing to buy the meat and side dishes, Zhang Shaozhong practically fled in panic.

On the way back, Ye Meier was still rambling on about the reactions of the passersby and the stall owner, thoroughly amused.

"Hahaha, Mr. Head of Household, did you see the look in that fishmonger's eyes? His eyeballs were practically popping out! And that little brat who kept staring at that pretentious jerk, his mom dragged him away by the ear! It's hilarious!"

Zhang Shaozhong, carrying the groceries, said dejectedly, "Big sister, please, please be more discreet..."

"What's with the low profile?"

Ye Meier said nonchalantly, "Just because someone's good-looking doesn't mean they can't be looked at? Right? You're just being hypocritical."

Ling Qingxue looked straight ahead: "Physical appearances are nothing to worry about."

"Tch, pretending! Keep pretending!" Ye Meier snorted.

Back in the courtyard, Zhang Shaozhong tied on an apron and began to busy himself in the kitchen.

The aroma of braised pork gradually filled the air, permeating the entire courtyard.

Like a greedy cat, Ye Meier paced back and forth at the kitchen doorway, peeking out every now and then to ask, "Is it ready yet? Honey~ I'm starving!"

Although Ling Qingxue was still sitting in the courtyard, her reading speed had obviously slowed down, and her gaze would occasionally drift towards the kitchen.

When Zhang Shaozhong finally brought the bright red and fragrant braised pork, along with several other side dishes, to the table, Ye Meier was the first to rush over, grabbing a piece of meat with her hand and stuffing it into her mouth.

"Ouch! It's so hot!"

She breathed on it as she chewed, her eyes instantly lighting up. "Mmm! Delicious! It melts in your mouth, rich but not greasy! Head of household, you're amazing! This cooking skill would make any restaurant a hit!"

Zhang Shaozhong handed her the chopsticks: "Use chopsticks! You can wash your hands!"

Ling Qingxue also sat down gracefully, picked up a piece of braised pork, took a small bite, and then nodded gently. Although she didn't say anything, her slightly narrowed eyes showed her satisfaction.

Watching the two of them eat with relish, Zhang Shaozhong felt a great sense of accomplishment.

He ate a couple of mouthfuls of rice, then, thinking about what happened during the day, he said, "Because we haven't been doing as many live streams lately, it seems we're running low on money. We need to buy a house, medicine, and cover our daily expenses. Next time we need to go to the black market or buy cultivation resources, we'll have to keep earning money!"