Chapter 718 tells Shu Yu two things.
Shu Yu noticed Cheng Xian's expression and immediately gave Wang Changdong a wink.
The latter quickly echoed Shu Yu's words, saying, "Yes, Guard Chengxian, we're all trying the taste of these snails. But we're all inexperienced and can't say whether there are any better snails in other places. You're more knowledgeable, so please give Miss Lu some advice."
The others nodded in agreement, and then they surrounded Chengxian as they walked forward.
Cheng Xian, unable to refuse the hospitality, was pushed and shoved into the main room to sit down. The table in front of him had already been wiped clean by the clever officials.
The wine flask was also put away. It was fine to eat snails to taste them, but drinking wine was out of the question.
Cheng Xian pretended not to smell the strong smell of alcohol, but Wang Changdong still added in a timely manner, "These snails also had some alcohol added to remove the fishy smell, so the alcohol smell is a bit strong, hehe, hehe."
Shu Yu, “…” Don’t you think this is like trying to hide something obvious?
Fortunately, Chengxian didn't seem to mind. He nodded slightly and accepted the small plate and chopsticks that Shuyu handed him.
These snails don't really need toothpicks. Shu Yu cut the snails' tails off quite large, and they were thoroughly cooked, so they came out with just a little sucking.
Chengxian maintained his expressionless expression and didn't exert much force as the snail meat, mixed with the rich and fragrant juices, fell into his mouth.
He paused slightly, and indeed... there was no fishy smell at all.
"Fresh, fragrant, with delicate texture and no muddy taste."
Unexpectedly, he actually gave his comments, which is quite rare for Chengxian, who is usually a man of few words.
Wang Changdong let out a long breath and quickly sat down opposite him, saying, "Right? I think it's delicious too. Guard Chengxian, eat more."
Sung-hyun initially just wanted to try a little bit, since it was indeed very fragrant.
But eating snails can be addictive, especially this plate of spicy snails, which is a rare delicacy. He couldn't stop eating them.
Later, Wang Changdong and the others sat opposite him, eating and chatting, and the atmosphere became exceptionally harmonious.
Shu Yu stood behind, watching with a twitching mouth. It seemed that even the aloofness of Guard Cheng Xian couldn't be maintained after all.
Fortunately, he knew how to restrain himself. Seeing that there were already quite a few shells in front of him, Chengxian, who had satisfied his craving for food, stopped, took a sip of tea to moisten his throat, and then coughed lightly before saying, "It's really good. I don't think it needs any improvement."
Shu Yu suppressed a laugh, nodded, and said, "That's good."
She could tell that Sung-hyun wasn't planning to continue eating, so she quickly changed his mind and asked, "By the way, Sung-hyun's guard said he wanted to see me. What is it?"
Chengxian stood up. "Let's talk over there."
Shu Yu nodded, invited him into the room to the left of the main hall, poured him a glass of water, and then sat down opposite him.
Cheng Xian resumed his original serious expression and said, "I have come here today to tell Miss Lu two things."
"Two things?"
Cheng Xian nodded. "The first thing is that the matter in Heichang County has been almost resolved, and the governor will be leaving tomorrow. However, although the governor is leaving, Mr. Qi will be staying."
Shu Yu's eyes lit up slightly. "Mr. Qi isn't leaving?"
Cheng Xian's expression was gentle. "Yes, the former magistrate of Heichang County has been arrested, and the new magistrate will have to wait for news from the Ministry of Personnel in the capital to take office."
(End of this chapter)
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