So she quickly grabbed Wang Wanru's arm and said coquettishly, "Oh, Mom~ you can rest assured! Mo Yuan is really fine. Actually, we had already discussed it beforehand, and we were going to cook a big meal for you and Dad together to show our filial piety! Um... of course, I'm just helping out, hehehe."
Seeing Lin Xue's insistence, Wang Wanru hesitated for a moment before slowly saying, "Well... alright then, if you think it's okay, then give it a try. But if you get tired or encounter any problems, be sure to tell me."
Although she agreed verbally, she was still a little uneasy, always worried that she wouldn't be able to manage with two children.
Mo Yuan and Lin Xue exchanged a smile and then, as if by unspoken agreement, reached out and took the warm scarf that Wang Wanru handed them, gently wrapping it around their necks.
Then, they walked side by side to the corner of the corridor that was used as a kitchen. This place could be considered a common area, as everyone's cooking utensils were concentrated in this long corridor. Usually, as mealtimes approached, it was always bustling and noisy, making it particularly crowded and chaotic.
However, today's situation is different. Knowing that tonight's dinner will be very sumptuous, the Mo couple decided to start preparing in advance so that they could carefully cook each dish.
After all, some ingredients need a certain amount of time to bring out their perfect flavor. So, taking advantage of this opportunity, Mo Yuan quickly took out some wild mushrooms and wood ear fungus from the bag he had brought, and then carefully soaked them in clean water, waiting to use them later in the cooking. Immediately afterwards, he enthusiastically threw himself into the busy preparations.
Although nominally a husband and wife team working together, in reality, Mo Yuan was always the one who truly controlled the ladle.
Lin Xue, on the other hand, only did simple auxiliary work on the side, such as washing and chopping vegetables. Even so, she was having a great time.
Just as the two were busily working in an orderly manner, Wang Wanru suddenly walked over and said, "Oh dear, I really have nothing to do and feel very uncomfortable. How about this, I'll lend you a hand. Otherwise, if the neighbors see us, they might think we're unreasonable and deliberately making things difficult for you two, which would be terrible!"
Hearing this, Mo Yuan thought for a moment and felt that what she said made sense, so he nodded in agreement and welcomed her to join in the effort. And so, the three of them worked together to prepare a delicious dinner…
Night hadn't yet fallen, but it was almost evening, and preparations for dinner were proceeding smoothly. Mo Yuan stood at the kitchen doorway, carefully reviewing tonight's dishes. He considered: a plump chicken could be made into a fragrant braised chicken with soaked mushrooms—absolutely delicious; a fresh fish could be braised or steamed, each with its own unique flavor; and the piece of pork belly he'd just bought, with its perfect balance of fat and lean meat, would be perfect for classic braised pork. In addition, a dish of shredded pork with green peppers would add a touch of spiciness and texture. Finally, two refreshing vegetable dishes would complete the meal—a balanced mix of meat and vegetables, sure to satisfy everyone's palates. And each dish had to be generously portioned, since there were five people dining together tonight.
Thinking of this, Mo Yuan turned and went into the kitchen, explaining his plan in detail to Wang Wanru and Lin Xue, and instructing them to start preparing the side dishes. Seeing Mo Yuan's confident and composed demeanor, Wang Wanru finally relaxed. She quietly approached Lin Xue and asked in a low voice, "Does Mo Yuan usually cook for himself? What about you? Don't you cook?"
Upon hearing this, Lin Xue's cheeks flushed red, and she nodded gently with a shy expression.
It turns out that since the two got married, Lin Xue has mostly been responsible for assisting Mo Yuan, and has not had many opportunities to actually cook.
Of course, this wasn't because Mo Yuan was enthusiastic about cooking every day, but because there were many people in the family, and his sister-in-law, eldest sister, second sister, and mother-in-law were all excellent cooks, so there were naturally very few opportunities for Lin Xue to show off her skills.
At this moment, Lin Xue blushed and explained to Wang Wanru in detail, "There are so many people in the family, and my eldest sister-in-law, eldest sister, second sister, and mother-in-law are all such great cooks, so I basically don't need to lift a finger for meals. As for me, I just help wash vegetables and cut meat, and I rarely have the opportunity to cook a meal on my own!"
Watching Lin Xue and Mo Yuan busily engaged in their tasks, Wang Wanru couldn't help but sigh, "This girl really hasn't suffered much since she married into the family." She muttered softly, "Indeed, look at you, all you can do is simple chores like washing vegetables. Look at the mess you've made! Go away, go away, I'll do it..." As soon as she said this, Lin Xue blushed deeply, her face turning as red as a ripe apple. She lowered her head shyly and hurried towards Mo Yuan, as if trying to escape her mother's gaze.
At this moment, Mo Yuan had already begun to skillfully operate the equipment. His technique was adept and his movements swift, like that of a seasoned chef. He skillfully combined various ingredients, and after a series of frying, stir-frying, and braising, exquisite dishes with excellent color, aroma, and taste gradually appeared before everyone's eyes. The enticing aroma, like an invisible magic, quickly spread, not only captivating Wang Wanru, but also attracting the curiosity and desire of some neighbors.
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