Seeing Jiang Qingyue's curious face, Sister Yao could no longer resist the desire to gossip.
He adjusted himself to a comfortable sitting position, picking vegetables with his hands while muttering to himself:
"Let me tell you, forget it. I'll tell you this from the beginning. You haven't dealt with Zhang Cuilian before, so you don't know what kind of person she is."
"Zhang Cuilian?"
"Yes, Zhang Cuilian is the wife of Political Commissar Wang. She is a bit nervous. Since she came to the island to follow the army a few years ago, she would make trouble whenever she saw a prettier girl around Political Commissar Wang."
"How can I describe that feeling? It's like an old hen protecting her chicks. Everyone is interested in their Political Commissar Wang. Look at his face, which is as black as charcoal. I think he's not as good-looking as ours, and he can't even compare to your Captain Zhou—"
As she was talking, Sister Yao looked at Jiang Qingyue who looked confused.
Only then did he realize that he had strayed off track, and hurriedly laughed, "Sorry, I strayed off track. Anyway, the few times she made trouble before, the girl had already run away, and none of us believed her."
"But this time, the feeling is not groundless. The girl from the art troupe seems to be quite enthusiastic about Political Commissar Wang. The two of them have been out in the car together several times. I have seen it with my own eyes twice."
Just when they were talking about the critical moment, Zhou Zhengting had already returned with Xiao Zhao and Xie Xiangyang.
Only then did Sister Yao stop talking.
Not long after, the rest of the people came back one after another.
Sister Yao was worried that Zhang Cuilian would suddenly appear, so she didn't dare to say anything more. She just gave Jiang Qingyue a look that showed she understood it herself.
People entered the yard one after another and saw the yard full of flowers and a pavilion.
They couldn't help but envy him, "We usually get so hot in the yard, why doesn't my husband ever think of building a pavilion to block out the sun?"
"Oh, this flower is so beautiful. It must have been planted by Comrade Jiang. What is the name of this flower?"
Hearing this, Zhou Zhengting couldn't help but take credit, "Heaven and earth can testify that I planted these flowers myself. That one is a rose, the two sides are sunflowers, and the other side is an iris—"
Seeing that Zhou Zhengting, such a rough old man, could talk about flowers like the back of his hand, his comrades couldn't help but look at him with admiration, "Did you really plant these? I didn't expect our Captain Zhou, who is so serious on weekdays, to be so romantic?"
Zhou Zhengting gave you a look that you didn't understand, "Of course."
The temperature in the South Island is pleasant in spring, and the sunshine is not very strong today.
Everyone suggested having their meal in the pavilion and enjoying the sea view and flowers.
"Tell me, we are either training at the beach or on missions at sea every day, how come I didn't realize that the sea is so beautiful."
"Of course, it's set off by Captain Zhou's flowers."
As they were talking, Political Commissar Wang and Zhang Cuilian arrived.
The two of them walked one in front and one behind, and if you didn't know, you would think they were not husband and wife at all.
Seeing this, Sister Yao poked Jiang Qingyue and said, "Look, the two of them are wearing long pants and long shirts. They must have just had a fight."
Jiang Qingyue was busy with her hands, but she still looked up.
Last night, I was too far away and couldn’t see her clearly. From her figure, I thought she was a woman in her forties.
Now that I got closer, I realized that he was only in his thirties.
But his face does look a little weathered, he is thin and dry, and his hair is a little dry and yellow.
Jiang Qingyue smiled, nodded and greeted everyone, then quickly quickened her movements.
The meat that had been stewed since the morning was served out, the fish and shrimp in the steamer were taken out, sprinkled with chopped green onions and poured with hot oil, and a few quick dishes were quickly stir-fried.
At this moment everyone came in to help.
Those who take bowls and chopsticks ..., and those who serve the food serve the food.
After the last dish came out of the pot, Jiang Qingyue quickly took off her apron, washed her hands and went out.
Zhou Zhengting was in charge of organizing everyone outside. Seeing that Jiang Qingyue's forehead was covered with sweat, he wanted to help her wipe it off, but he felt that she would definitely feel embarrassed in front of so many people.
He quickly handed over a towel and said, "Wipe the sweat off."
Seeing this, everyone couldn't help but cheer and say, "Captain Zhou is so considerate——"
Only Political Commissar Wang and Zhang Cuilian had embarrassed looks on their faces, and it was impossible to tell their expressions.
Zhou Zhengting waved his hand, signaling everyone to be quiet, and then said, "Old Xie and I were rescued from the sea before, which caused everyone to worry a lot, so today I specially called everyone to come over to have some fun, and it can also be regarded as a warm room for our new home!"
Everyone stood up and raised their glasses.
Even Chenchen and Anan raised their teacups and shouted, "Cheers——"
Everyone looked at the milk in the two people's cups and couldn't help but burst into laughter.
Zhou Zhengting and Jiang Qingyue asked everyone to eat the food while it was hot.
Except for Lao Xie and Xiao Zhao, everyone else was eating Jiang Qingyue's cooking for the first time.
I originally thought that since she is from the North, her tastes must be different.
Unexpectedly, the dishes looked so appetizing that we couldn’t help but pick up some.
"Hmm, this fish is so fresh. How did you make it? I saw you just steaming it casually in the kitchen just now."
Jiang Qingyue smiled and repeated the method of steaming fish.
Sister Yao was still confused. "I steamed it the same way, but why isn't it as delicious as yours? It's weird."
Xie Xiangyang sneered, "What's so strange about this? Comrade Jiang's boiled fish and pickled fish are absolutely amazing."
"You little brat, you're still acting cute after getting the advantage. You only know how to covet us!"
After tasting the fish, everyone turned their attention to a plate of red shrimps. They couldn't help but wonder, "Is this shrimp? How can it be arranged so beautifully?"
Jiang Qingyue hummed, "This is steamed shrimp with vermicelli and garlic sauce, everyone try it."
After tasting the shrimp, everyone was amazed again and said that it was the first time they had eaten such delicious shrimp.
"The vermicelli here is delicious, and even the sauce is especially delicious! Comrade Jiang, please teach us later."
Jiang Qingyue smiled and said, "No problem, this is actually quite simple. I'll write down the ingredients of the sauce for you later. The same method can be used to steam scallops, clams, and oysters. They are all delicious."
When Sister Yao heard this, her eyes lit up, "Can oysters be eaten like this?"
Before Jiang Qingyue could speak, Sister Yao and the other two sisters immediately started discussing the matter.
"When the tide comes in next time, we'll go to the beach and pick up more seafood. Then let Comrade Jiang teach us."
"Comrade Jiang, why don't you come with us to go fishing? It's really fun to go fishing!"
"Yes, there is a good place not far from here. We can walk there. There are crabs and sea urchins there, as well as the ones you just mentioned."
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