Chapter 148 Not a Burden
After a busy day, my clothes were completely soaked with sweat and I felt exhausted.
Fortunately, Shu Ziying was there to help. She was hardworking and careful, and the two of them worked together seamlessly.
After the konjac was stewed, she carefully cleaned the pot and poured some clean water to heat it for later use, making full preparations for the subsequent bath.
Zhao Chunhua took a comfortable bath with heated water. Before night fell, she even washed her hair and felt refreshed.
Therefore, Shu Ziying was responsible for preparing dinner tonight.
There are various types of steamed buns made from whole grain flour, such as golden steamed buns made from corn flour, slightly reddish steamed buns made from sorghum flour, lightly fragrant steamed buns made from buckwheat flour, and even a special type of steamed bun made from sweet potato residue that Zhao Chunhua had tried before, all of which belong to this category of food.
Zhao Chunhua particularly prefers steamed buns made from buckwheat. Not only does it have a gentle and elegant color, it also has a faint wheat aroma when you put it in your mouth. You can also feel a subtle but extremely wonderful sweetness when you chew it.
And the most important staple food on the table tonight happens to be the buckwheat buns that Zhao Chunhua loves so much.
Served with thin strips of fried lean meat and spicy marinated konjac shreds, this dinner is simple but delicious.
Each ingredient is carefully cooked in the pot, making the flavors distinct and fresh, with the tenderness of lean meat and the sour, spicy and smooth taste of konjac.
Shu Ziying's cooking skills have improved greatly, and it is obvious that he has been practicing seriously during this period.
Zhao Chunhua nodded repeatedly as she tasted the food, feeling genuinely happy about his progress.
Indeed, every dish on this table is delicious and appetizing.
The greatest affirmation does not lie in a few compliments in words, but in being able to finish all the dishes on the table, which is the most real recognition.
When Shu Hong went to the house again with an anxious look on her face to see what was going on, she saw that the dining table was empty and all the dishes had been cleaned and placed aside.
"Sister Hong, you're a little late. The spicy fried konjac shreds just now are really delicious. I'll make more next time and pack it up for you to try."
There was a smile in Zhao Chunhua's eyes when she said this, and she looked very happy and satisfied.
This was not only because the food itself was delicious, but more importantly, she felt the Shu family's care and concern for her.
Zhao Chunhua was quite satisfied with the meal. She had a gentle smile on her face throughout the conversation, and her inner joy was revealed inadvertently.
"This is all due to your good teaching."
Shu Hong sat down slowly, then picked up the small cup of warm tea that Zhao Chunhua had specially poured for her and began to taste it carefully.
In the past, the Shu family would never dare to let their children try complicated cooking, for fear that the precious and limited food would be wasted due to improper handling by the novices.
However, it is precisely because of Zhao Chunhua's trust and guidance that such rapid and significant growth and changes have been achieved today.
"As long as you don't blame me for asking him to help share some daily chores."
After saying that, Shu Ziying stood up to clean the table and prepared to take the used utensils to the kitchen to wash.
The bitterness in these words immediately caught the attention of Zhao Chunhua, who was sitting nearby and listening attentively: "What happened?"
Shu Hong raised her eyes slightly and glanced in the direction of the room door, and sighed softly: "Ying'er's marriage has been confirmed. The other party plans to send someone to deliver the betrothal gifts soon. According to the plan agreed by both parties, the wedding banquet can be officially held before the end of this year."
After hearing this sudden news, Zhao Chunhua, who was drinking tea, stopped what she was doing and asked, "Is it so urgent?"
The other party gave a firm answer: "There is only one young and strong man left in that family to take care of the whole family. He has the idea of going out to find a job recently. I hope that the worries at home can be solved as soon as possible while he is away working hard. He doesn't want to face a cold and deserted stove and house every time he returns home. However, the man's family has made a clear promise that they will not ask Ying'er to have a baby before she is sixteen years old."
Early marriage and early childbearing put too much physical burden on young girls.
“Hopefully they’ll keep their promise.”
After all, they are close by blood, so Zhao Chunhua's opinion is not that crucial.
"To be honest, I'm a little reluctant to leave," Shu Hong said with some reluctance and hesitation, "but I heard that the new house will be rebuilt immediately after the wedding, using brick and tile structures. This way, the bride can directly enjoy better living conditions. From this perspective, it's pretty good."
"Okay, don't forget to inform me on the day of the engagement, so that I can see what your future son-in-law looks like."
From her words, it can be heard that Shu Hong seems very satisfied with the candidate of her future husband.
"Even if you don't tell me, I will come to you in a few months.
Thank you for taking care of my Ying'er."
Zhao Chunhua said gratefully.
"I wish she would stay longer. I don't feel like a burden at all. She is the one who is really doing the hard work. With her around, the house becomes much more lively."
Shu Hong smiled.
With the presence of extra helpers, the trivial tasks in daily life can be shared, so that you don’t have to be busy all day long, and life can become easier and more enjoyable.
After Shu Ziying had taken care of the chicken coop, Zhao Chunhua really picked out a few pieces of high-quality konjac, carefully put them into a small bowl, and prepared to take them to her mother, telling her to come back and pick up the empty container tomorrow.
Hearing the creaking sounds coming from inside the house, Zhao Chunhua hurriedly closed the gate.
I still have to keep an eye on the naughty little one at home. Ever since she learned to crawl, she would run around and play hide-and-seek if I wasn't paying attention.
Zhao Chunhua had crawled under the bed several times to look for her, and sometimes found her hiding in the bedding. Even though most of her body was still exposed, she had to pretend not to see her. She had to call her repeatedly several times before the little one popped her head out from under the blanket, grinning and running towards her. Her innocent smile warmed Zhao Chunhua's heart.
It's so interesting at such a young age.
Recently, she treated all the wontons in the storage room as a snack and consumed them all without realizing it.
"I suddenly want to eat dumplings. Why don't we make some dumplings tomorrow?"
Zhao Chunhua coaxed the child while playing with the rag doll in her hand and muttering to herself.
Her eyes moved back and forth between the doll and the child, as if looking for an answer.
People who are used to being alone often have the habit of talking to themselves.
It may seem a little strange at first glance, but in fact, this monologue process is full of unique fun.
Sometimes she would imitate the voices of some characters to entertain herself, and this kind of self-entertainment often made her laugh out loud.
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