Since making potato balls is quite troublesome, they always make extra.
Besides eating it ourselves, we also send some to Yu Shan's family, always making enough for both families.
If there are any leftovers after you finish eating, slice them thinly and stir-fry them the next day; the taste is absolutely amazing.
Soon, two batches of meatballs were ready.
Yu Yue turned around and went to the kitchen to prepare the sauce, while Xie Yan stayed by the stove watching the fire.
Just as the first batch of meatballs was almost cooked, Gu Che, as if attracted by the aroma, slowly strolled over.
When Xie Yan saw him, she couldn't help but roll her eyes.
He thought to himself, "I hate people who are nowhere to be seen when they're working, but come running just by smelling the food."
Looking at his flamboyant attire, Xie Yan understood everything and couldn't help but sneer inwardly.
Hmph! What a hypocritical man.
Xie Yan muttered to himself as he watched Gu Che slowly walk over.
Gu Che naturally noticed Xie Yan's undisguised eye roll, but he walked forward as if nothing had happened, a faint smile on his face, and asked, "Is there anything I can help you with?"
Xie Yan couldn't help but roll her eyes again, but then she thought that this person had it tough too, so she decided to be magnanimous and not hold it against him.
So he waved his hand and said, "It's alright, just sit and wait a bit, we'll be eating soon."
Upon hearing this, Gu Che didn't stand on ceremony and went straight to find a seat.
Even when he's just sitting casually, his back is still ramrod straight, like a tall pine tree.
Moreover, he had taken special care to groom himself today, wearing neat and appropriate clothes, and his hair was styled meticulously, making him look every bit the noble young master.
Xie Yan glanced in that direction several times without realizing it, and a sour feeling welled up in his heart.
Gu Che also noticed Xie Yan's eye roll and stepped forward, asking, "Is there anything I can do for you?"
Xie Yan rolled his eyes. Oh well, this guy has it tough, so he magnanimously decided not to argue with him.
"It's alright, just sit and wait, we'll be able to eat in a little while."
Upon hearing this, Gu Che didn't stand on ceremony with Xie Yan and simply found a seat. Even though he was sitting casually, his back was ramrod straight.
In addition, he had taken the time to groom himself today, and he certainly looked like a noble young master.
Xie Yan glanced over there unconsciously a few times; to be honest, he felt a little jealous.
The shoulders that were just slouching suddenly straightened up unconsciously, as if driven by some inexplicable competitive spirit.
But in no time, the soreness in my shoulder surged like a tide, every muscle protesting silently.
After much hesitation, Xie Yan finally chose to follow his body's will, and his posture slowly returned to normal, back to his carefree and relaxed state.
"Never mind," Xie Yan sighed inwardly. "It's most comfortable to be yourself. Why impose so many unnecessary rules and regulations on yourself? This kind of pretense is really too tiring."
To be fair, Xie Yan's posture wasn't bad; he and Gu Che simply had completely different styles.
One is free-spirited and unrestrained, every move exuding a carefree and unconventional air; the other is noble and elegant, every gesture revealing graceful demeanor.
There is no superiority or inferiority between the two styles, and there is really no need to compare them.
However, due to Xie Yan's personality, he always tends to focus on the strengths of others, often unconsciously ignoring his own unique charm.
Soon, the pot on the stove started to sizzle, and the piping hot potato balls were almost cooked.
Upon hearing the noise, Yu Yuehui hurried over and removed the pot lid.
In an instant, a rich aroma unique to potato balls filled the air, as if an invisible hand was gently tantalizing everyone's taste buds.
Xie Yan was so tempted by the aroma that he swallowed hard, and his stomach rumbled at just the right moment.
Gu Che couldn't help but be surprised, a hint of curiosity flashing in his eyes. He hadn't been here long and this was the first time he had ever seen potato balls. The unique aroma filled him with anticipation for this seemingly ordinary food.
Yu Yuehui picked up the specially made long chopsticks and served each person a bowl of meatballs, then poured on the carefully prepared sauce.
Xie Yan couldn't wait to pick up a meatball covered in sauce, blew on it a few times, and started eating it without paying attention to the steam rising from it.
With each bite, the first thing you touch is the soft, tender, and bouncy outer layer, as if wrapped in a layer of smooth gauze. The bouncy texture bounces gently between your teeth, bringing a wonderful tactile experience.
The smooth and creamy mashed potatoes inside then spread out, creating a distinct yet harmonious texture with the outer skin.
Not to mention the soul sauce, where the numbing aroma of Sichuan peppercorns, the spiciness of scallions, the intensity of minced garlic, and the natural sweetness of potatoes intertwine, the skillful seasoning bringing out the richness and intensity of the simple potatoes, making every bite feel like a feast for the taste buds.
Xie Yan ate with complete concentration, not even lifting his head, immersed in the delicious food.
Gu Che, standing beside him, was also captivated by the delicious food, briefly forgetting his earlier anxiety and immersing himself completely in this rare delicacy.
This huge pot of potato balls would have been enough for an average family, but there are two big eaters here today.
Yu Yuehui and Gu Che devoured all the meatballs in the pot.
Xie Yan finished eating relatively early, and remembering that he needed to send potato balls to his mother-in-law, he picked up the prepared bowl and hurriedly went out.
When he returned after delivering the goods, he saw Gu Che standing stiffly in the yard as soon as he entered. Zhang Shiyu was next to Gu Che, taking his measurements very comfortably.
Xie Yan was taken aback, and his eyes instantly showed great interest.
Gu Che's tense appearance, like a frightened mummy, clearly indicated that something was wrong.
But Zhang Shiyu's attitude was also a bit strange. Judging from her expression, she seemed not to know Gu Che, but her attitude also gave off a different feeling.
hiss!
Xie Yan pondered to himself, could the relationship between these two be different from what he had previously guessed?
So what exactly happened?
Gu Che keenly noticed Xie Yan's probing gaze, turned his head slightly, and gave Xie Yan a warning look, as if to say, "Don't make wild guesses, mind your own business."
Xie Yan rolled her eyes at him. Hmph!
They haven't even caught up with the person yet, and they're already protecting them?
Tsk tsk, men!
At this moment, Zhang Shiyu was staring intently at Gu Che's face.
Even though she was certain she had never seen this person before, and that he was a man, a strange sense of familiarity welled up inside her. This familiarity was so strong that it left her feeling confused and at a loss.
She instinctively wanted to get closer to him, as if an invisible force was drawing her in.
But this feeling of being out of control also frightened Zhang Shiyu. She didn't know why she had such feelings for a strange man.
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