As soon as Qiao Lian'er's carriage came to a stop, she heard hurried footsteps coming closer and closer inside.
As soon as he stepped off the carriage, a figure flew out and tightly embraced him.
"You're here, you've finally come! I was afraid you wouldn't come." Old Madam Chu's voice trembled slightly.
Once you come the first time, you'll come the second time, the third time, and so on, and there will be something to look forward to.
“Grandma, how could we not come? We come every month.” Qiao Lian’er was touched by the old woman’s emotions, and her heart was warmed as well.
There is scheming and treachery in this world, but there is also so much warmth and beauty.
Grandpa Chu also tugged at Qiao Yunni's sleeve, chattering on and on.
Did the journey go smoothly? What did you eat? How long did you rest? Was the carriage bumpy and uncomfortable?
Having lived for decades, this is the first time the old man has become such a chatterbox.
Qiao Lian'er took a good look at the two elders. Perhaps because they were eating and sleeping well, their withered cheeks had become much fuller and glowed with a rosy light. Their eyes were also brighter, and their whole bodies were full of energy.
When Old Madam Chu rushed out just now, her gait was much more steady.
Finally, they look more like an official and his wife.
This is the state she wants to see.
In the hall, a table full of delicious dishes was already laid out. Seeing more than a dozen dazzling dishes, Qiao Lian'er and Qiao Yunni exchanged a glance.
"Mom, you've made so many dishes, how are we supposed to finish them all?"
There were only four people sitting at the table.
"It's all about family reunion and celebration. It's okay if we can't finish it all," said Madam Chu as she put food into their bowls.
"This chopped chili fish head and this roast duck are both famous dishes in Yuezhou City. Perfect, you can each have a duck leg."
"Here, have one hairy crab for each of you."
"This is Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, sir, get them a bowl and serve it."
Grandpa Chu agreed and brought over two bowls, which were soon full.
"Come on, there's also Four Happiness Meatballs, Longjing Shrimp, and Squirrel-Shaped Mandarin Fish—"
Before long, their rice bowls were piled high like small mountains.
"I've invited a renowned chef today. If he suits your tastes, I'll keep him on the team."
When Madam Chu saw that there was really no more room in the bowl, she put down her chopsticks and said with a loving expression.
What else is there for Qiao Lian'er and Qiao Yunni to say but eat?
The dishes made by renowned chefs are indeed different; every single one is incredibly delicious.
Having been hungry all day, the mother and daughter ate with great relish.
The two elders saw this and were delighted.
Madam Chu then instructed, "Have Chef Fang prepare eighteen different kinds of desserts for my daughter and granddaughter after the meal."
“Mom, there’s no need to waste food like that. Even if we have a full stomach, we won’t be able to eat much,” Qiao Yunni said hurriedly.
Qiao Lian'er was also a little troubled. Could her stomach handle it today?
“If you can’t eat it, let the servants eat it. This is your first time here, so it’s different,” Old Madam Chu said firmly.
“Ni’er, Lian’er, ever since we recognized each other, the old man has been full of energy. He’s no longer confused when handling official business, and he even received praise from Master Tu.”
"Lord Tu said that if things continue like this, in three months, he will promote the old man to the position of Gongcao, in charge of the selection and assessment of subordinate officials, who will directly report to Lord Tu. It's much better than before."
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