Chapter 130 Jadeite Shumai and Thousand-Layer Oil Cake
Shen Pingjin and Yan Jue also got up very early.
After the two checked out of the room, Yan Jue kept his promise and took Shen Pingjin to a place.
The city of Yangzhou was bustling early in the morning, with stalls already set up in the market. Chen Pingjin pulled Yan Jue along and suggested, "Why don't we go get some breakfast together?"
Skipping breakfast first thing in the morning is definitely bad for your stomach, Yan Jue nodded and said okay.
There are many breakfast options in Yangzhou, the most famous of which are Emerald Shaomai, Huangqiao Fried Cake, and Thousand-Layer Fried Cake.
Shen Pingjin couldn't wait any longer. She walked up to the vendor and called out, "Boss, give me two jadeite shumai, one thousand-layer oil cake, and two Huangqiao oil cakes."
The vendors were all smiles as people ate breakfast so early.
"Alright, please wait a moment, sir!"
Yan Jue looked at Chen Pingjin with some doubt, "How did you know that there was such a breakfast in Yangzhou?"
"There's a lot you don't know," Shen Pingjin said with a smile, looking at Yan Jue.
Yan Jue raised an eyebrow, agreeing with Shen Pingjin's words.
They spent too little time together, so it's normal that he doesn't know some things.
The vendor quickly prepared the jadeite shumai, Huangqiao fried dough, and thousand-layer fried cake, wrapped these breakfast items in oil paper, and handed them to Chen Pingjin.
"Here's your breakfast, young lady."
Shen Pingjin accepted it and thanked her sweetly.
The vendor quickly waved his hand, watching Shen Pingjin and Yan Jue's departing figures, and sighed that the two were indeed very handsome!
The freshly baked jade shumai have a springy outer skin and are filled with plenty of filling. They are steaming hot and wrapped in parchment paper, so they are inevitably a little hot to handle.
Shen Pingjin handed another shumai to Yan Jue, "Here, take this one. Let me tell you, the jade shumai in Yangzhou is delicious!"
Yan Jue took the shumai and watched the girl next to him savor it slowly. He then tentatively took a bite of the golden-yellow shumai skin.
Almost instantly, Yan Jue's eyes widened.
The golden-yellow shumai skin is very chewy, and the savory, salty, and sweet flavors fill your mouth, making it irresistible.
Yan Jue was surprised that this thing tasted so good and asked with slight astonishment, "Chen Pingjin, have you already eaten this before?"
This was the first time he had eaten it.
Seeing the man's astonished expression, Chen Pingjin nodded and said, "I've eaten it before. Yangzhou's Jadeite Shaomai is very famous. No way, you've never had it?"
Yan Jue frowned. "Is this jadeite shumai unique to Yangzhou?"
Shen Pingjin didn't know. "I don't know," Shen Pingjin said.
This puzzled Yan Jue. In his memory, Shen Pingjin was clearly visiting Yangzhou in Jiangnan for the first time. How could she have already eaten the jadeite shumai?
That's really strange.
However, Shen Pingjin did not notice these minor details.
She still remembers the time in her previous life when she and Su Xuanmao came to Jiangnan incognito.
The two rode in a carriage along a bluestone road shaded by willow trees. She nestled in Su Xuanmao's arms, inhaling the pleasant fragrance emanating from the man, completely absorbed and content.
She pointed to the emerald green lake outside the car and said, "This Jiangnan region is truly beautiful."
At that time, Su Xuanmao had not yet been seduced by Shen Ruixue and had changed his mind; he was still very good to her.
He held her hand tightly, their fingers intertwined, responding to her.
That's all in the past. Now, when Shen Pingjin thinks about these things, her heart is completely unmoved; all she feels is a sigh.
When the two passed by the market, they also bought the jadeite shumai, thousand-layer oil cake, and Huangqiao oil cake.
Looking at the pancakes and shumai in her hands, Shen Pingjin couldn't help but feel a little sore. In the end, things had changed and people were no longer the same.
Chen Pingjin forced a smile, looked up at Yan Jue, and said, "Is this jadeite shumai delicious?"
Yan Jue nodded: "Indeed, it's quite good."
"I still have these fried dough sticks and fried cakes on me, you must try them later! Oh no, you can try them now!"
As she spoke, Shen Pingjin tore off a piece of pastry and fried dough from her hand and handed it to Yan Jue.
Yan Jue accepted it, and the two of them held hands and strolled through Yangzhou City.
Amidst the misty rain and hazy clouds, with willows casting their shade, a gentle breeze caressed their faces, leaving a slight tickle.
Huangqiao fried dough is smooth and tender, fresh, savory and delicious, golden in color, with a layer of oil glistening on the outside. It smells like fried dough and is so delicious that you can't stop eating it after just one bite.
The layered oil cake has a sweet and salty flavor, but it is sweet without being cloying, leaving a lingering aftertaste. The sweet taste blossoms on the taste buds, stimulating the mouth to water endlessly.
Yan Jue finished the pastries in a few bites, then slowly pulled out the handkerchief that Chen Pingjin had tucked into her waistband to wipe her hands.
Shen Pingjin had only eaten half of her meal when she saw Yan Jue's actions and was taken aback. "Oh, the Regent has become so shameless. I, Shen, never expected this."
Yan Jue raised an eyebrow. "As my queen, do you not even allow your husband to touch your handkerchief? Tsk tsk, I never expected my wife to be so petty."
Shen Pingjin blushed, "How come you're such a different person from when we got married?"
"Then it is naturally thanks to Mother's teachings."
The man moved closer to Shen Pingjin, his warm breath brushing against her face, causing her to blush involuntarily.
"Yan Jue!" Chen Pingjin exclaimed angrily.
"Wife, what's wrong? Your face is so red... Are you angry?" Yan Jue looked bewildered, the playful look in his eyes completely gone.
Seeing the man in front of her change his expression so quickly, Shen Pingjin was a little confused. Isn't it said that women can change their minds faster than turning the pages of a book? How come it is the man who changes his mind faster than turning the pages of a book in her case?
Chen Pingjin didn't understand.
But she didn't want to understand anymore. She quickly finished the pastry in her hand and fiercely snatched the handkerchief that Yan Jue was holding.
"Hmph!" Your arrogant and haughty demeanor is now online.
Yan Jue looked at Shen Pingjin like this and found her somewhat adorable.
He was about to pinch the woman's cheek when Shen Pingjin pushed him away with a look of disgust. "Didn't you say you were going to take me somewhere? Why aren't we there yet?"
Yan Jue's outstretched hand was slapped back, and he felt a little regretful. After hearing her words, his expression changed slightly.
"No rush, we'll be there soon."
Yan Jue held Shen Pingjin's hand tightly and led her forward.
His sole purpose in this incognito visit was to let Emperor Anqing know that he had returned to the person he was back then.
At the same time, he also needs to know that he poses no threat to him.
The scene of their sworn brotherhood was still vivid in Yan Jue's mind; he would never forget the day the two of them knelt before the Buddha statue and became sworn brothers.
Although the two are now like strangers and no longer have a deep affection for each other, Yan Jue would never have the idea of overthrowing his Anqing Dynasty.
Unless... Emperor Anqing is incompetent and cruel to the people, and even wants to harm him and Shen Pingjin.
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