No one doesn't like to be strong, they just want to be stronger.
Wu Jie probably finally finished dealing with things in the base, and notified everyone that they could prepare to return.
Xiao Yi carefully hid in his small room, and in order not to be discovered, he even closed the doors and windows. He prepared a unique hot pot feast for himself. In this cold winter, nothing can bring more warmth and satisfaction than hot pot.
The restaurant is filled with a wide variety of dishes, including fresh meats, tofu, vegetables, and seafood. Beef slices, lamb slices, and pork belly are the most popular. Vegetables include spinach, garland chrysanthemum, and Chinese cabbage, while seafood includes shrimp, fish fillets, and cuttlefish. There are also various soy products and pasta dishes, such as tofu, bean curd sheets, and wide noodles. Hot pot seasoning is also an essential part of the menu, with condiments like minced garlic, cilantro, chopped green onions, sesame paste, and fermented black bean paste available.
He turned on the small electric stove, poured the broth into the pot, and after it boiled, he began to simmer the beef. Fearing that the smell would be too strong, he chose the lighter Sukiyaki pot so that no one would notice the aroma that filled the room. The unique flavor of Sukiyaki pot combined with the rich taste of the beef made Xiao Yi unable to resist savoring it mouthful after mouthful.
To enhance the taste, Xiao Yi specially paired it with kimchi. Each bite had a subtle spicy and sweet taste, forming a perfect contrast with the taste of the fatty beef. He closed his eyes, feeling the delicate changes in the meat texture on the tip of his tongue, as if he was completely immersed in this wonderful taste feast.
Beef and lamb slices are the most popular hot pot dishes, becoming tender and delicious after just a few seconds of simmering. Shrimp and fish are also popular seafood options, becoming incredibly fresh and flavorful after just a quick simmer. Spinach and garland chrysanthemums are also particularly lush and green, and are both delicious and nutritious after being simmered.
Under the light in the house, the snowflake patterns on the fat beef were clearly visible, like pieces of exquisite works of art. And the steaming hot pot was like a warm dream in this winter. At this moment, Xiao Yi felt unprecedented satisfaction and happiness.
After finishing the last bite of the meat, he leaned back in his chair with satisfaction, savoring the pleasure brought by this delicious food. For him, this was not just a hot pot, but also a unique enjoyment and spiritual comfort.
After finishing a delicious hot pot, Xiao Yi finally went to bed contentedly. For the next few days, Xiao Yi basically ate and slept, sleeping and eating. He rarely went out. Xiao Yi had never been a very enthusiastic or fun-loving person, so naturally, no one would say anything about him. It was only at night, as they were approaching the base, that Xiao Yi knocked on Fan Zun's door. They each had a bowl of self-heating hot pot while they ate and discussed their plans for returning home.
Xiao Yi: "Are you ready? Although the supplies we brought back this time are not much, they are not a small amount. Have you thought about what to do?"
Fan Zun's mouth turned red from the spiciness. He wiped the sweat off his face and said, "Of course, the base is probably in a mess now. Otherwise, Wu Jie wouldn't have brought us back."
Xiao Yi: "Have you chosen your candidate yet?"
After taking a sip of the soup, Fan Zun said, "Don't worry, leave the diplomatic work to me. I will make sure your family, Wei Wei, has no worries."
Xiao Yi rolled his eyes at him, as if he really disliked his teasing.
When Xiao Yi and his team returned to the base, they immediately noticed the unusual atmosphere inside. The roads that were usually bustling with activity were now deserted, as if everyone had disappeared. Their footsteps echoed on the empty roads, and the air was filled with a tense and uneasy atmosphere.
They saw that the guards all had serious expressions, staring nervously ahead, holding their weapons tightly in their hands, as if waiting for something. Xiao Yi and the others naturally did not stay long and quickly returned to the research institute. Then they all quietly returned to their respective homes. Xiao Yi naturally went to find Yu Weile. It was only a little after three in the afternoon, and Yu Wei had not yet finished work. Xiao Yi opened Yu Wei's door and turned on the light with ease. The room was cleaned by Yu Wei. But the temperature was not high. The constant temperature system in the base is not as warm as before. It is probably also affected by the shortage of supplies.
Yu Wei's room still had a faint residual warmth, warm and comfortable, not cold, but not very warm either. Xiao Yi noticed that the coal rack was running low, so he refilled it and lit the stove. Soon, the temperature in the room warmed up.
Xiao Yi took off his thick cotton coat and felt relieved. He took out a small stool from the corner, sat in front of the fire, and watched the fire burn quietly. He always felt that heating the kang was a meticulous job that required patience and skill. He kept adjusting the distribution of the coals to make the fire burn more evenly.
As time went by, the whole room was filled with a warm atmosphere. Xiao Yi sat there, concentrating on heating the kang until the whole kang was hot, and then he stopped with satisfaction. At this moment, he felt tired but satisfied. He knew that when Yu Wei came back, she would definitely feel warm and comfortable. Xiao Yi even had a sudden idea and wanted to cook a meal for Yu Wei himself.
Xiao Yi selected a piece of prime pork belly from his space, cleaned it carefully, and then cooked it in a large pot of water, turning it into a delicious steamed pork dish. Meanwhile, he began kneading the dough to make steamed buns. He kneaded the dough expertly and placed it on the hot kang to ferment.
Meanwhile, Xiao Yi began preparing the sauerkraut. He meticulously cut the sauerkraut, preparing it for the next delicacy. Once the dough had risen, he began making the sour pork and sauerkraut soup. The rich aroma of meat and sauerkraut was mouth-watering. Xiao Yi stored it in a thermos so he could enjoy it anytime.
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