Chapter 85 The Wedding
When it was time to part, Tang Yiyi was still a little reluctant.
Xiaoyu seemed to have figured something out and winked at her with a smile.
A few days later, on the last day of the Spring Festival, which was also the Lantern Festival, Tang Yiyi bought the ingredients and prepared to make glutinous rice balls.
The black sesame seeds she bought had a uniform and beautiful color. She heated a pan, added the black sesame seeds and roasted them until cooked. Then she crushed them into powder, mixed in some lard and white sugar.
Next, pour water into the glutinous rice flour and knead it into a dough. Tang Yiyi then pinches off small pieces, rolls each small dough into a ball in her palm, dips her right hand in some black sesame seeds, and keeps turning it until the glutinous rice ball is coated with black sesame seeds.
The water in the pot was boiling, and Tang Yiyi started to put the glutinous rice balls in to cook. They were done in a few minutes.
She also prepared another meal.
Xiao Yu came over to serve the dishes, his little face full of seriousness.
"Slow down, don't burn yourself," Tang Yiyi reminded her worriedly.
They don't like to talk during meals.
Tang Yiyi ladled a bowl of glutinous rice balls for Xiaoyu. The clear broth was filled with cute little glutinous rice balls, steaming hot and wafting a fragrant aroma.
Xiaoyu was afraid of getting burned, so he lowered his head and blew on it a few times. He then scooped it up with a spoon, leaving his little face covered in white and tender skin.
Once it's cooled down, take a bite and you'll find the glutinous rice ball has a thin, soft, and chewy skin that bursts open to reveal sweet black sesame seeds inside—it's so delicious!
It's sweet, but not cloying.
Xiaoyu smiled happily, feeling very satisfied.
Tang Yiyi was hungry and ate too much without realizing it.
With the start of the new school year just around the corner, Tang Yiyi renovated the restaurant in advance, making it look much brighter and more spacious.
Tang Yiyi ordered a whole sheep to celebrate the start of work. She also shared the good news with everyone in the group chat.
Grandma Li, Song Man, Zhao Nan, and Ji Ze all came to help.
"Thank you all for your hard work. The whole roasted lamb will take some time to prepare," Tang Yiyi said in advance.
“We came here, as if we were afraid of causing trouble,” Grandma Li said.
Prepare the charcoal stove and charcoal, and preheat it beforehand.
The whole, processed sheep was mounted on an iron frame, and Tang Yiyi sprinkled it with cumin powder, pepper, and other seasonings.
Keep a close eye on the doneness of the whole roasted lamb, and turn it over only after an hour.
The roasted lamb, about 70-80% cooked, turned an enticing golden brown, its tender flesh dripping with oil.
The air was filled with the lingering aroma of meat.
After roasting the whole lamb for nearly two hours, Tang Yiyi finally took it down, brought out a knife and plates, and distributed it to everyone.
Grandma Li was given a plump leg of lamb. She smiled happily. The lamb leg had a bright yellow, glossy skin, and the aroma of the meat mixed with the oil after being grilled over charcoal was intoxicating.
He An swallowed hard; the smell was amazing!
He wasn't the only one tempted; Song Man couldn't help but exclaim, "The lamb leg is so plump, tender, and juicy, and the color is beautiful too!"
Everyone was very tired, but the aroma invigorated them.
When Grandma Li saw Ji Ze, she teased, "What a handsome young man! It just so happens that Yi Yi is single, so you young people should have a lot to talk about."
"Grandma," Tang Yiyi's face flushed red instantly.
"Alright, I'll stop teasing you. Young people are easily embarrassed."
Everyone shared the whole roasted lamb, enjoying it while it was still piping hot – a truly unique experience. The lamb was juicy and flavorful, perfectly roasted, with a rich, savory sauce, tender meat, and a perfect balance of richness and fat.
The aroma of the roasted lamb filled everyone's mouths, and they were savoring the flavor, saying it was so delicious it made them want to eat more rice. "This lamb is roasted so well, it's incredibly fragrant and tender."
As soon as he finished speaking, He Dong was seen licking his fingertips.
Tang Yiyi cut and weighed the remaining roasted lamb and packed it in a transparent box.
When Zhao Nan arrived, he walked with a brisk pace. "Boss, I knew you were making roast whole lamb today, so I came early on purpose."
"I have something to do later, but right now I want to eat roast whole lamb."
Tang Yiyi packed up the roast lamb that Zhao Nan had ordered. Zhao Nan happily scanned the code to pay and left, satisfied. The two boxes of roast lamb would last until tomorrow.
Tang Yiyi handed the remaining roasted lamb to He An, asking him to deliver it to the guests.
He An said with a smile, "So many roasted lambs, boss, aren't you afraid I'll sneak some on the way?"
"I'll take it as a joke," Tang Yiyi urged, showing no sign of anger.
Tang Yiyi had some leftover roasted whole lamb, so she packed it up to take back for Xiaoyu to try.
Early March, the first day of school.
The school gate was crowded with students and parents. Tang Yiyi changed Xiaoyu's schoolbag in the crowd. He was wearing new clothes and looked very eye-catching.
Tang Yiyi said goodbye to Xiaoyu again and then went to the restaurant.
Last night she had a dream that she went back to her past life, where her parents discovered that she hadn't died in the fire, and that her family was still running their restaurant with great care, living a peaceful and happy life.
In the middle of the night, Tang Yiyi woke up feeling melancholy and couldn't fall back asleep for a long time.
A few days later, the weather was clear and sunny, a beautiful day.
She was still busy at the restaurant, and the customers included both regulars and new faces.
After ordering, Tang Yiyi brought over the rice bowl shortly afterward.
Looking around, the tables were full of guests eating attentively, and they seemed very satisfied.
Around 1 p.m., Tang Yiyi started preparing lunch for the group.
When she came out, she saw Song Man carrying a cake and walking over. "Happy birthday, Sister Yi Yi."
Tang Yiyi was taken aback. Was today her birthday?
Xiaoyu sang a birthday song on the side, his voice innocent and clear.
The candles on the birthday cake were lit, and in the flickering candlelight, Tang Yiyi closed her eyes and made a wish.
Then she opened her eyes and shared the cake with everyone.
Around 8 PM, she received a message from Ji Ze: [Could you come out for a bit?]
The luxurious restaurant was filled with a sophisticated atmosphere, and a red bottle sat on the table.
Ji Ze sat opposite her, and a waiter came over and brought out a birthday cake.
"Happy birthday," Ji Ze said with a slight smile.
The next second, he knelt down on one knee and took out an exquisite box from his pocket.
Then, a sparkling diamond ring came into view, and Tang Yiyi was stunned for a second.
"Tang Yiyi, will you marry me?"
After choosing a wedding date, Tang Yiyi and Jize went to register their marriage.
The staff at the Civil Affairs Bureau were momentarily stunned to see such an attractive couple for the first time.
When they were taking photos together, Tang Yiyi was a little awkward at first, but Ji Ze said softly, "Don't be nervous, Yiyi."
Xiao Yu watched the two of them smile; he was happy for his sister.
The wedding was held at a five-star hotel. On the day of the wedding, Tang Yiyi got up early to prepare for makeup and change into her wedding dress.
Many people came, and Teacher Wang even made a special trip over to praise her, saying, "Yi Yi, you're so beautiful!"
"Thank you!" Tang Yiyi said sincerely.
Grandma Li brought Lili over, and Lili said she wanted to be a flower girl. Song Man and He An were also there. Ji Ze's side also had a lot of relatives and friends who seemed very happy for him.
Before exchanging diamond rings, Tang Yiyi couldn't hold back her tears of emotion.
It took several seconds for my emotions to calm down.
After the wedding, Ji Ze took Tang Yiyi on their honeymoon, and Xiao Yu was temporarily cared for by Ji Ze's parents.
After returning, Tang Yiyi looked radiant and busied herself at the restaurant. More customers came to dine, and business improved steadily.
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