When I arrived at the supermarket, I noticed that there weren't many people there. This might be because not many people are up at this time, or it could be because there are relatively few people living in my neighborhood.
After grabbing a small cart, the two walked around, looking at the items they needed to buy.
Staple foods like rice and noodles aren't really necessary, partly because we still have plenty at home, and partly because if there's a lockdown, these things will be delivered door-to-door in the community.
Chen Bing's trip mainly involved buying household hygiene products, such as shampoo and toothpaste, which were almost gone. She also wanted to buy some small items that a girl needs. In addition, she could also buy some snacks and replenish some fresh vegetables and meat.
Finally, I'll buy some instant food, since if I'm focused on studying at home, I definitely won't have much time to cook.
After leaving the supermarket, the two went straight home and did not linger outside.
As for medicines, I have a special first-aid kit at home, which contains enough cold medicine, ibuprofen, and the like, so there's no need to compete with others who need them.
Special changes always excite people when they first happen, but as time wears off the novelty and the body slumps onto the sofa, a sense of boredom and emptiness settles in.
"Chen Bing, ah~"
Just as a feeling of dejection arose, Xiao Shang, who was always full of energy, came over with a fruit platter, opening his mouth and feeding him while making "ah" sounds.
Chen Bing's mood was like a rollercoaster ride. Because of Xiao Shang's appearance, her mood, which had been low, suddenly became high again. A smile also appeared on the boy's face, and he opened his mouth and ate the pear that was offered to him.
Although Chen Bing may seem a bit eccentric and quirky on the surface, which is what he considers his own humor, his active mind brings him many novel and interesting ideas, but also often makes him feel emotionally lost.
At times like these, Chen Bing's mood would quickly improve whenever she came into contact with the energetic and radiant Shang Yunmiao.
For example, after eating the crisp, sweet pear, Chen Bing greedily wanted to eat more of Xiao Shang's pear. However, the little girl just smiled and thought he was joking, and didn't react in any particular way.
This made Chen Bing feel very guilty. After all, she was a girl he had grown up with since childhood. He liked her to the core, but he also found it difficult to make a move because they were so familiar with each other.
After much hesitation, Chen Bing simply pinched her plump cheek and then obediently sat down next to Shang Yunmiao to eat fruit.
Time flies by, and as the sun begins its slant down the mountain, the dusky sky signals the approaching night.
Having finished a whole day of studying, Chen Bing and Shang Yunmiao were now busily working in the kitchen.
The phrase "in a lively and bustling atmosphere," which is used somewhat frivolously in novels, describes a very serious situation here.
"Is the steamed egg custard ready yet?"
"Hmm...it seems about time. Let's open it and take a look."
Upon hearing this, Chen Bing lifted the pot lid and, sure enough, saw a bowl of beautifully steamed egg custard.
After turning off the heat, Chen Bing put on thick gloves, took the steamed egg custard out of the steamer, and brought it to the table.
Just then, Shang Yunmiao finished making her last signature dish, so she served it on a plate and put it on the table.
Taking advantage of this short time, Chen Bing opened the rice cooker and served the rice.
And so, through their joint efforts, a warm and comforting home-cooked meal was prepared.
"I remember we bought a box of salted duck eggs when we went to the supermarket this morning, right? Where did you put them? I'll go get them." Looking at the dry rice, Chen Bing, who didn't have much of an appetite, wanted to peel a salted duck egg and put it in to mix.
"It should be in the drawer on top of the refrigerator. Chen Bing, go and look for it."
After finding a box of "Yipinxiang Salted Duck Eggs" at the place Shang Yunmiao mentioned, Chen Bing turned around and asked, "Would you like one?"
Seeing Xiao Shang shake his head in refusal, Chen Bing ultimately only took one egg back.
Place the duck egg on the table, then flatten your palm and gently press it down to make it roll on the table. With a crisp cracking sound, the bluish-white duck egg is covered with fine cracks.
After carefully peeling off the membrane and shell, a smooth duck egg, as white as Xiao Shang's face, appeared in Chen Bing's hand.
Holding the duck egg up to the light, the seemingly oily yolk shone brightly, revealing itself to Chen Bing. Without a doubt, this was a top-notch egg. And with such an excellent egg, gourmet Chen Bing had to be extremely careful.
Shang Yunmiao watched as he solemnly placed the duck egg above the rice, then gently pried open a suitable gap with both hands, allowing the dark yellow, oily yolk to flow onto the rice like water.
Next, break the egg white into pieces and spread it evenly over the rice along with the yolk.
But that's not all. Besides having good salted duck eggs, another important point for a perfect salted duck egg rice is that it must be mixed evenly.
So Chen Bing picked up his chopsticks and stirred the rice in front of him three times to the left and three times to the right. Finally, a plate of golden rice, as if wrapped in silver, was presented to Shang Yunmiao.
It seems that humans have had a strong interest in things that are yellow and white since ancient times, so Shang Yunmiao, who just said she wouldn't eat salted duck eggs, couldn't help but look over at them now.
That greedy girl is really something.
Using her chopsticks, Chen Bing picked up some rice from the bowl and tasted it. She confirmed that it was a rare and exquisite salted duck egg rice dish with moderate freshness and rich aroma.
Then, he looked up at Shang Yunmiao, who was staring intently at him, and used his chopsticks to pick up some food and put it to the little girl's mouth.
"Ah~ let's try it."
Shang Yunmiao, who had been wanting to eat it for a long time, didn't stand on ceremony. She smoothed the hair behind her ear with one hand and leaned over to eat it.
Perhaps Chen Bing was mistaken, but when Xiao Shang finished eating and put down his chopsticks, it seemed as if a silver thread was hanging on them.
Not only that, but because the clothes were relatively loose, when Shang Yunmiao leaned forward to receive the food, some things that Chen Bing should have seen long ago were also vaguely revealed.
So this is the normal way to open it? Chen Bing was overjoyed and immediately picked up another bowl of rice and handed it over.
Shang Yunmiao originally didn't plan to eat any more after just one taste, but seeing Chen Bing's insistence on holding up her chopsticks, she had no choice but to lean forward again to take some.
At the same time, the girl couldn't help but think: Chen Bing is so nice.
And our dear Mr. Chen Bing, true to Xiao Shang's expectations, fed her again and again. Even when the little girl no longer wanted to eat rice, he would pick up other dishes and feed them to her.
This situation continued until one time when Shang Yunmiao noticed that her collar was a bit loose, and if she leaned over, she would likely get soup on her clothes. So she started covering her collar while eating, which finally brought the situation to an end.
Good times always pass too quickly. After letting out a silent sigh, Chen Bing thought to herself that she would talk about it another time when she had the chance.
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