Chapter 163 Go find Zhong Jing
So, the four of them went into the mountains together, and then secretly took a detour to Suixi County.
The happiest person was Yu Xiaofang. In the past, he could only go into the mountains in Gaolian County to collect herbs. But after going to the mountains in Hainan Island, his whole outlook opened up and the world became brighter.
Now I am going to Suixi County. Although it is a neighboring county, it is a place I have never been to. The mountains there are definitely different from those in Yancun. Maybe I can find something good there?
For Shu Yan, this was also the first time she went out since arriving in Yan Village. She was so excited that she couldn't help but lift a corner of the curtain to look out curiously while in the carriage, and chattered with Zhao Liya all the way.
Zhao Liya smiled and said that if they had the chance in the future, they might as well go to Hainan Island together. Shu Yan was even happier and nodded without hesitation, expressing her great longing.
Although it took a little longer than the normal trip to Suixi County, the group arrived at the garrison camp around four o'clock in the afternoon.
After the name was announced, Zhong Ming quickly brought people out to greet him in person.
"Our general will be back from his inspection for another half an hour, so please don't blame me! Miss Zhao, you're finally here. The general has been talking about you a lot these days. He even said yesterday that if you don't come, he'll send someone to pick you up."
Zhao Liya smiled and said, "Of course I remembered this. Didn't I come here right after finishing my work? Don't worry, I won't miss the time."
Zhong Ming nodded repeatedly: "We are relieved now that Miss Zhao is here!"
Zhong Jing had already asked someone to prepare accommodation for them, and Zhong Ming led them there directly.
It was an independent small courtyard with a quiet environment and lush flowers and trees. Rhododendrons, roses, and magnolias were in full bloom, and there were also several clumps of cannas standing tall and graceful, adding an interesting, lively and bright embellishment. It made the four of them subconsciously relax a little, and their hearts were less tense due to the preconceived impression of the military camp.
Although the yard is small, it has everything, including east and west wing rooms and a kitchen, which is enough for the four of them to live in.
Zhao Liya was already quite familiar with Zhong Jing and Zhong Ming, and wasn't as reserved as before. She asked with a smile if she could walk around freely. She wanted to go out for a walk.
Zhong Ming nodded and said, "This isn't a real camp, nor is it a core area of importance. I'll accompany you wherever you want to go."
It is not allowed for you to wander around randomly. Zhong Jing is strict in military discipline and will never allow you to do so.
Zhong Ming's words reassured Zhao Liya: she liked this kind of rules and regulations. She smiled and said, "That's great. We'd like to go out for a walk right now. Are you free to accompany us?"
Zhong Ming nodded and said with a smile: "Why not? Please come in, Miss Zhao!"
Miss Zhao is a distinguished guest and also their God of Wealth. Who among these generals doesn’t know that she is their right-hand man and confidant?
We have to make Miss Zhao happy no matter what!
Shu Yan and Zhao Liya were inseparable, so they were going too. If she went to Lin Mo, they would go too. Needless to say, Yu Xiaofang also enjoyed wandering around the mountains.
So, the four of them didn't feel tired at all, and went out for a walk around with great enthusiasm as soon as they arrived.
It was not until sunset that Zhong Jingzhao went out and came back laughing.
Zhong Ming had already sent someone to ask Zhong Jing for instructions, and instructed the chef of the fire department to prepare a few dishes to welcome Zhao Liya and the others tonight.
It was almost time for dinner, so they went back and set the table soon after.
Zhong Jing smiled and said, "We are all old acquaintances. We shouldn't be so shy. Even if we occasionally sit at the same table, it's fine. It will make things more lively. I'll take charge. Sister Xiaoya, Brother Lin, Sister-in-law, Doctor Yu, please don't mind!"
Zhao Liya smiled and said, "Of course I don't mind, this is perfect!"
Shu Yan smiled: "Me too."
Zhong Jing laughed: "As expected, we have the same temperament. That's good, that's good!"
The food was served on the table. It was not necessarily elaborate, but very rich. There was boiled chicken, stuffed tofu with mushroom and pork, steamed mandarin fish, stir-fried soft-shelled turtle and spring bamboo shoots with chicken, steamed pork with pumpkin and rice flour, blanched Chinese cabbage, spinach with garlic, plus a bowl of traditional Chinese soup with lotus seeds, almonds, chestnuts, etc. The main ingredients were old duck and pork tripe.
While Zhong Jing was inviting everyone to sit down, he said, "Alcohol isn't allowed in the barracks, so forget about this. We're all rough and tumble guys in the barracks, so our cooking skills aren't as good as Sister Shu's, so please don't be disgusted!"
Speaking of Shu Yan's cooking skills, not to mention Zhong Jing who hadn't tasted it for a long time, Zhao Liya and others couldn't help but feel a little greedy.
Shu Yan was amused and said with a smile, "General Zhong is too modest. I feel embarrassed by your praise! It would be unreasonable not to show off my skills. So, starting tomorrow, I will cook for everyone in the small kitchen in the courtyard! It can be considered as my small contribution."
"Really!" Zhong Jing was overjoyed, his eyes shining. Later he realized that his reaction seemed a bit too much. He coughed and smiled apologetically, "I, I'm so sorry, hahahaha. I'm a little bothering my sister-in-law, hahahaha."
Zhao Liya: "Puchi!"
Lin Mo glanced at Zhong Jing and said nothing.
Shu Yan couldn't help but curl up the corners of her lips: "Don't bother me, don't bother me, and don't be embarrassed. I like cooking anyway, and this is just something I do naturally!"
Zhong Jing was even more delighted, "Hahaha, my sister-in-law is so virtuous! Then, then."
He didn't dare to talk nonsense this time. He laughed and went to see Lin Mo.
It's also strange. Lin Mo is just a hunter, and Zhong Jing, a fourth-rank General Guangwei, is instinctively quite wary of Lin Mo's intentions.
Lin Mo said, "Shu Yan likes to cook. We're family, so let her cook."
Zhong Jing then let out a hearty laugh and said, "Okay, okay, I'll have someone come over early tomorrow morning. Just tell me what ingredients you need and they'll get them. No, tell me tonight. I'll send Zhong Ming to talk to the firemen."
Shu Yan said hurriedly, "There's no need to be so troublesome. Just send whatever food is available in the barracks every day!"
Zhao Liya also laughed and said, "Sister Shu Yan can easily cook any dish. No matter what the ingredients are, it can't be difficult for her!"
Zhong Jing slapped his forehead and laughed repeatedly, "Yes, yes, it's me who is short-sighted! Then I'll ask Zhong Ming to bring the ingredients every day! Come on, let's eat, eat!"
"Yes, please!"
Everyone started chatting and eating with their chopsticks. The ingredients were fresh and the chef's cooking skills were naturally excellent. The taste of each dish was unexpectedly better than it looked. Everyone praised it highly and both the guests and hosts were very happy.
After dinner, Zhong Jing couldn't wait to discuss planting with Zhao Liya.
The temptation of white sugar is so great and its sweetness is so great that no one can resist it.
(End of this chapter)
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