The clamor and enthusiasm of the crowd enveloped Lu Linchuan and Su Wantang like a tidal wave.
In the corner, Li Hongxia stared intently at Su Wantang, who was surrounded by the crowd. Su Wantang's bright and beautiful face shone with a radiance that Li Hongxia had never seen before, and the medals and certificates in her hands stung her eyes.
On what grounds?
Why should a country bumpkin be able to stand on such a high stage and enjoy everyone's adulation and praise?
The poisonous flames of jealousy burned wildly in her heart, threatening to devour her reason. Resentfully turning away, she angrily pushed her way through the crowd and ran home in a disheveled state.
As soon as the door opened, a figure rushed out, berating him: "Where the hell have you been? You're only just getting back! Little Su, even with her big belly, can go on stage to receive recognition, and what about you? What can you do all day long besides gossip? The house is a mess, you didn't even cook, are you dead?!"
Li Hongxia's mother-in-law stood with her hands on her hips, spitting as she spoke. She had seen everything clearly from the audience today: the Lu family's daughter-in-law was not only beautiful but also incredibly capable. Compared to her own daughter-in-law, she was simply too good to pass up!
"I..." Li Hongxia was about to retort when her mother-in-law slapped her across the face.
With a crisp, loud "snap," it rang out.
"How dare you talk back! I'll beat you to death, you lazy and greedy jinx!" The old lady got really angry and grabbed Li Hongxia's hair, giving her a good beating.
Li Hongxia was beaten so badly that she was powerless to fight back, screaming and rolling on the ground.
In the midst of the chaos, a wicked thought flashed through her mind.
Su Wantang! You're so smug now, aren't you? When you're close to giving birth, your mother-in-law will surely come down from the countryside, right? What kind of wisdom could a country old woman have? We'll see how you two fight then! You'll have your fun!
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Lu Linchuan protected Su Wantang and finally managed to escape from the enthusiastic crowd.
Returning to my quiet little courtyard, the noise of the outside world is instantly shut out.
The vegetable patch in the yard is full of life, with cucumbers hanging on the vines and tomatoes looking temptingly red.
"Sit down and rest for a while." Lu Linchuan helped Su Wantang sit down at the stone table in the courtyard, then turned and went into the house, quickly bringing out a plate of sliced watermelon.
The chilled watermelon exudes a cool breeze, with red flesh and black seeds; it looks refreshing and perfect for cooling off in the summer.
He placed the watermelon in front of Su Wantang, then rolled up his sleeves, went into the vegetable patch, and began picking vegetables.
Su Wantang took a bite of the sweet and crisp watermelon, the refreshing juice instantly dispelling the afternoon heat. She rested her chin on her hand, watching the afterglow of the setting sun fall on the man's back. His tall figure was bent over, carefully selecting ripe vegetables, his movements efficient and full of life.
At this moment, no commendation or honor can compare to the tranquility before my eyes.
This is her man, this is her home.
"We have enough vegetables. Shall we have a barbecue tonight?" Lu Linchuan walked over carrying a basket of fresh vegetables, a thin layer of sweat on his forehead.
“Great!” Su Wantang’s eyes lit up.
Let's get right to it.
Lu Linchuan carried a long-unused barbecue grill out of the storage room and skillfully lit the charcoal fire. He then took out the pork belly and tenderloin he had bought a couple of days ago from the kitchen and skillfully cut them into evenly sized pieces.
Su Wantang was in charge of marinating. She put the chopped meat into a bowl, poured in soy sauce and cooking wine, and then added some spiritual spring water and her own blend of spices based on her intuition, and mixed it well by hand.
Soon, wisps of smoke and the enticing aroma of meat filled the courtyard.
Lu Linchuan placed the marinated meat skewers on the grill. The oil dripped onto the charcoal fire, making a sizzling sound and the aroma became even more intense.
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