"It's quite beautiful, though."
It's like a transparent dumpling; you'd want to grab it and squeeze it—that would definitely be stress-relieving.
Grandpa Li exclaimed in admiration.
Although this thing didn't look very appetizing, Grandpa Li regained his confidence thanks to Lu Wu's affirmation.
Grandpa Li continued to wait, while Lu Wu cut the ice jelly into even small pieces.
When the container was shaken, the shaved ice jelly pieces collided with each other, their bouncy texture finally catching Grandpa Li's attention.
As for how to match them, Lu Wu had already prepared them in advance.
The ice jelly was already pretty, but to make it even more visually appealing, Lu Wu specially prepared many transparent bowls.
She put some ice jelly in a bowl, then poured in milk. No need to stir, just shake it slightly to let the milk blend into the gaps of the ice jelly.
A thick layer of mango was laid on top, and crushed nuts were sprinkled on top as a garnish.
This is how you make a bowl of milk and mango shaved ice.
"Sir, please have a taste."
Lu Wu handed a spoon to Grandpa Li, her hands still busy.
She followed the same method, only this time she changed the fruit to peaches, Lu Wu used coconut milk, and she also changed the nuts to several different kinds.
Coconut milk peach shaved ice is so simple and unpretentious.
The last one is brown sugar watermelon shaved ice.
The specially made brown sugar syrup is poured over the ice jelly, turning the originally crystal-clear ice jelly a sweet brownish-red.
The ice jelly itself can neutralize the sweetness of brown sugar, and with the addition of refreshing watermelon, Lu Wu really loves this bowl of ice jelly.
After she finished, she looked up and saw Grandpa Li slurping with a spoon.
How does it taste?
Lu Wu asked, picking up a bowl for herself.
Although the production process seems simple, there are still many intricacies involved.
The ratio of ice jelly to water, as well as the sugar added in advance, will make the ice jelly less bland.
The sugar in milk, coconut milk, and even brown sugar enhances the flavor of the ice jelly, making it irresistible for those with a sweet tooth.
The presence of fruit makes the layers even more distinct.
The fruity ice jelly has a smooth and delicate texture, but upon closer tasting, you can also taste a bit of chewiness.
It's very elastic; if you're not careful, it will fall off the spoon and splash milk.
Lu Wu ate the watermelon and brown sugar flavored one.
The sweetness of brown sugar is absorbed by the ice jelly itself, and when it remains in the mouth, it can instantly make people feel comfortable.
When you bite into a crisp, sweet watermelon, you can hear it crackle.
The sweetness of fruit and the sweetness of brown sugar are different, yet at this moment, they evoke a sense of shared understanding.
The oily nuts are plump and crunchy, making a satisfying crunch when you chew them, and the more you chew, the more fragrant they become, leaving a lingering aftertaste.
"It's pretty good."
Grandpa Li finished his bowl completely.
He wiped the milk stains from the corner of his mouth and casually complimented her.
But the way Grandpa Li stared intently at the next bowl was full of longing.
As for the disdain he just showed, Mr. Li said that it wasn't him, but rather the embodiment of his own ignorance and inner demons.
"The rest is all yours."
Lu Wu gestured for Grandpa Li to do as he pleased.
She made a lot this time; if Grandpa Li eats it sparingly, it will be enough for seven days.
"The old man knew that the girl was the most filial."
Grandpa Li chuckled and, without any hesitation, put all the prepared ice jelly into his storage space.
Suddenly, Grandpa Li felt rich.
He then squatted at the doorway with a bowl in his hand, eating while telling Lu Wu about the precautions to take in the secret realm.
"Remember to send those two lads if there's any danger."
"If those two can't be defeated either, then run away and let them cover our retreat."
"If someone provokes you, don't worry, just fight back."
"If anyone tries to kill and steal the treasure, use those two boys as weapons to kill them back."
She takes on the good things, they take on the bad things.
We share the good times, but we bear the bad times alone.
He was looking for a "tool" to use, specifically for Xiao Lu.
This is called making the best use of resources.
Two grown men couldn't protect a little girl; he'd laugh at them to death.
"As long as you come back safely, I promise that no matter what happens inside, I will never be able to find you again."
With a big shot like him around, how could he allow some clueless person to cause trouble for the girl right under his nose? Had he wasted all those years of his life?
Grandpa Li, who was passing on his experience to Lu Wu, was in high spirits.
The sharpness in his eyes made people afraid to look him in the eye.
But when his gaze fell on Lu Wu, it was gentle and caring.
"Little girl, grow up well. This world is very big."
Xiahe Town is but a corner of the Qingyuan Realm.
Although the little girl's cultivation method is somewhat different from others, it also means that this small place cannot confine Lu Wu.
On this day, Lu Wu listened to many stories from Grandpa Li.
The world of cultivation, besides the allure of immortality and omnipotent magical power, also contains many dangers and darkness.
The world is never simply black and white.
Danger and opportunity always coexist.
Knowing this, Lu Wu felt very fortunate to have met such a meticulous and dedicated teacher.
She kept all of his teachings in mind.
I learned a lot.
Lu Wu also learned that the awakening of towns under Hong'an City would take place in the main city. Xiao Hua and the others were heading to the main city tomorrow, and Grandpa Li's idea was to let Lu Wu hitch a ride.
Lu Wu didn't sleep well that night.
She had many dreams.
In my dreams, I sometimes become a famous figure in the Qingyuan Realm, capable of deciding life and death with a single sentence.
Sometimes they become the weaklings in the mud, struggling and crawling but unable to turn the tide, as insignificant as ants, their lives and deaths beyond their control.
Waking from a chaotic dream, Lu Wu let out a soft breath, clearing away some of her complicated thoughts.
Lu Wu set off with her luggage already packed and a storage bag in hand, feeling completely at ease.
After Lu Wu left, the free-roaming dog Aotian came out of the alley and squatted down at the door.
It's the first day my owner is away, and I miss her.
Fortunately, his owner left him a lot of pork knuckles and something called "ice jelly" as dessert, so he had enough food for the next few days.
He will guard his master's house and wait for his master to return.
He, Gou Aotian, is the best guard dog in the world!
The flying boat docked in the center of Xiahe Town. When Lu Wu arrived, he saw Qin Zhan and Lou Xiaotian waving to him.
With the protection of the two large Buddha statues, Lu Wu felt much more at ease.
As soon as I got closer, I could see that the two of them had dark circles under their eyes, as if they hadn't rested all night.
Could it be that these two are even more nervous than I am? Are these two reliable?
Qin Zhan, who has entered many secret realms, said that he was not nervous at first, but after being told one thing after another by Grandpa Li last night and listening to one backstabbing ghost story after another before bed, Qin Zhan now feels that everyone could be a bad person.
We are enemies of the whole world.
Lou Xiaotian and Qin Zhan, who had experienced similar situations, exchanged a glance, hugged each other, and comforted one another.
As soon as they let go, they saw Lu Wu looking at the two of them with a strange expression, as if she was saying something but not really saying anything.
She silently took a step back, then two steps... to make room.
She wouldn't do anything like being a light bulb.
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