Chapter 159 Too Sour
The small kitchen in the courtyard was ringing with clanging sounds.
Seeing Zhu Yunying pour a large bucket of water into the pot, Zou Mei's heart skipped a beat: "Sister-in-law, why are you making soup? I thought it was a stew."
"It's a stew! Once the water is almost dried up, we can eat it."
There is spiritual spring water inside, which is good for strengthening the body.
Zhu Yunying instructed Xiao Zhang who was standing in front of the stove to remove a few pieces of hard firewood and switch to a low heat for slow cooking.
"Xiao Zhang, have you informed Captain Yang? Have he come to eat with us and then go back with Zou Mei."
"I've notified you, I've notified you! When Chief of Staff Lu heard about it, he also clamored to come!" Xiao Zhang scratched his head.
Zhu Yunying raised her eyebrows, thinking that everything had been prepared long ago. There were two young chickens stewed in the pot, half a large pot of hazel mushrooms, vermicelli and potatoes.
It’s definitely enough for just a few of them!
"Let them all come!"
"Sister-in-law, we're paying you. You can't eat and drink for free anymore!"
"Forget it then! Collecting money and turning it into a task will make it no fun!"
"Sister-in-law, that's not what I meant!"
"Hahaha!"
There was laughter in the room.
Feng Shuo was holding a large bag of Chinese herbal medicines. As soon as he walked to the door, he heard Zhu Yunyao's hearty laughter, and the corners of his lips couldn't help but curl up.
Then, he saw Yang He and Lu Chen walking towards him arm in arm.
"Brother Shuo!"
The two said in unison.
Feng Shuo narrowed his eyes and the smile on his face faded a little.
He said in a deep voice: "What are you doing here?"
Yang He was stunned and glanced sideways at Lu Chen.
Lu Chen rubbed his palms and said with a smile: "Sister-in-law asked us to come for dinner! She made chicken stewed with mushrooms today!"
Feng Shuo's breathing became heavier.
Chicken stewed with mushrooms?
He didn't even know that this dish was being eaten at home today!
Grinding his back teeth, Feng Shuo stepped into the courtyard in a bad mood.
Lu Chen wanted to follow, but Yang He hesitated and pulled his sleeve: "Don't tell me you don't welcome us, do you?"
"What are you afraid of? It was my sister-in-law who agreed to let us come. The leader won't mind."
Lu Chen went to see Zeng Xiaoqin off today. He heard people praising his sister-in-law all the way. In the end, he concluded by saying that in this courtyard, his sister-in-law is the most powerful!
I'm still making a bet with Lu Chen!
Lu Chen is not stupid. He has long seen that his team leader is tempted, so he will not be fooled!
Even if the bet was that Zeng Xiaoqin agreed to take photos for him, it would not be attractive.
As he said this, he pushed Yang He in and almost bumped into Feng Shuo.
Feng Shuo's face was gloomy. He turned his head and glanced at him coldly.
Yang He immediately smiled apologetically: "Brother Shuo, what are you carrying? Let me help you carry it."
"Need not!"
Feng Shuo held the herbs in his arms tighter and hurried into the house.
Lu Chen and Yang He looked at each other, but soon felt relieved and went to help in the kitchen.
…
Feng Shuo rummaged through the drawers and cabinets in the study and finally found an absolutely safe place to hide the herbs.
Not long after, I heard someone outside calling for dinner.
A large pot of chicken stewed with mushrooms was brought to the yard, steaming hot and filled with fragrance.
“It smells so good!”
"My appetite has been aroused!"
"Sister-in-law, you are so amazing!"
Everyone was very enthusiastic and gathered around the enamel basin, eating with relish.
Zou Mei is about to give birth and is very nervous. She has not been eating much recently and is very careful, fearing that the baby will be too big and she won't be able to deliver it.
Seeing this, Zhu Yunying secretly went into her space, found the pickled green plums that Panpan had given her, and put them in a small plate.
"Try it. It's appetizing."
Zou Mei took one and shuddered at the sourness. Her face wrinkled up. After eating it reluctantly, she went to eat the chicken leg with a bitter face.
She said embarrassedly: "I...I'd rather eat meat. This is too sour."
Zhu Yunwei considerately pushed the sour plum to the side, right in front of Feng Shuo.
Feng Shuo frowned, looking at the crystal clear pickled green plums. He picked up one as if possessed by a magic spell and put it in his mouth. The sour taste immediately rushed to his head, making his mouth water. It was wonderful.
He cleared his throat, leaned closer to Zhu Yunwei, and said in a hoarse voice, "It's delicious."
Zhu Yunying was startled. Seeing the plum core he spat out from his hand, she exclaimed, "Aren't you jealous?"
She couldn't eat a single one herself.
Too sour.
Feng Shuo curled his lips and raised an eyebrow: "It's okay? I think it's delicious."
"Then...then you should eat more."
Zhu Yunying respected everyone's taste and forced a smile helplessly.
Just then, Lu Chen, having eaten and drunk his fill, began to inquire.
"Sister-in-law, these mushrooms are so fresh! Did you pick them near our compound? They're so delicious!"
"No, it was sent by Panpan." Zhu Yunying mentioned Panpan, and worried that they would not react, she looked at Yang He, "Captain Yang, he is the one we met on the ship."
"Oh! Deputy Captain Min's lover! Was this sent from the Northeast or from Beijing? It's really a good thing." Yang He smiled innocently.
"It's from the Northeast. Did you know she's going to Beijing?"
Zhu Yunying thought that the information between the various troops was not communicated with each other, but she didn't expect that they also knew that Panpan was going to be transferred to Beijing with the army.
She just thought it was casual chat and mentioned it casually.
By the time Feng Shuo reacted and wanted to stop the topic, it was too late.
Yang He's mouth is so quick that it's too late to stop him.
"I know! Isn't Deputy Captain Min in Jing City looking after the patient? It's been a while. Sister-in-law Panpan should have gone there to take care of him a long time ago..."
Before he could finish his words, he heard Feng Shuo's sharp scolding: "Yang He! You're full, aren't you!"
“No, no…”
Yang He turned the corner, looking innocent, and turned to look at Lu Chen for help.
Lu Chen covered his mouth with his hand, rolled his eyes in annoyance, and warned with his mouth: "Shut up!"
The atmosphere at the table suddenly became quiet.
The men each had their own ulterior motives and kept silent. Zhu Yunyao and Zou Mei looked at each other in bewilderment.
After a long pause, Zhu Yunying hesitated and said, "What happened to Panpan's partner? Was he injured during the mission? Was it...very serious?"
As soon as she asked this question, her nose felt a little sore.
Zou Mei beside him gasped, subconsciously covered her stomach, and tears welled up in her eyes.
Zou Mei bit her lip, held back her tears, and didn't dare to agree.
Only then did Yang He realize he had spoken out of turn. He scratched his head and made up an explanation: "I just heard it from someone else! It can't be taken seriously. It's all nonsense."
But no one believed him anymore.
Even Zou Mei lowered her head and shrugged her shoulders.
Yang He was startled and quickly hugged her in his arms, coaxing her: "Don't be afraid, don't be afraid. I'm not a pilot, I won't be like him. You, you, why are you crying?"
"Yang He! You bastard!"
Zou Mei was in the late stage of pregnancy, and her hormones were already uncontrollable. After being scolded like this, she felt aggrieved suddenly. She pushed the man away and rushed out of the yard in a rage!
"Hurry up and follow her! Don't let her fall."
Zhu Yunying stood up nervously and urged Yang He.
Yang He was like an arrow shot from a bow, disappearing without a trace.
The yard was much quieter.
Lu Chen was still the peacemaker, pulling Xiao Zhang aside and saying, "Brother Shuo, sister-in-law, you two should take a rest first. Xiao Zhang and I will take care of things here."
"Um."
Feng Shuo nodded, put his arm around Zhu Yunwei's shoulders, and walked into the house.
He had no intention of telling Zhu Yunying about Deputy Captain Min's injury.
If a person is recuperating in Beijing, his condition is likely to be very dangerous.
He knew that Zhu Yunyao and Panpan had a good relationship. He was afraid that she would worry, but he didn't know how to comfort her, so he could only keep silent.
But... I finally found out.
Feng Shuo took a deep breath silently.
The door opened, and as soon as he entered, Zhu Yunying held him against the door.
"Feng Shuo, I feel a little uncomfortable..."
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