On the way to Song Jingzhou's house, we didn't encounter anyone.
At this time, every household had received a share of fish, and it was estimated that everyone in the brigade stayed at home cooking and eating the fish, with no one coming out to wander around.
Su Qingci walked around to the east end of the village and soon saw the large brick and tile house where Song Jingzhou lived.
Back then, only wealthy families or people with a certain social standing lived in houses made of blue bricks and tiles.
Families with some money would typically only use blue bricks to enclose the mud walls at the front of their houses, serving both a protective and decorative purpose.
Song Jingzhou's family belongs to the latter category.
The northeast sides of the house, the front and the side facing the road, are made of blue bricks, while the back is made of common mud bricks.
Before Su Qingci even entered the door, she could hear the clanging sound of fish being chopped inside.
She stepped over the high threshold, observed cautiously for a moment, and with a wave of her hand, two large, rough porcelain bowls appeared in her hand instantly.
"Bringing honor to your ancestors—still busy?"
"Come on, dinner's ready!"
Upon hearing Su Qingci's call, Song Jingzhou, wearing an apron and holding a fish-killing knife, poked half his body out of the west kitchen.
"You're here? Please have a seat. I'll be done soon, I'll wash up and come over."
Su Qingci placed the bowl on the living room table and turned to close the door.
In winter, almost every household keeps their doors closed, otherwise the howling cold wind would blow in and make them feel cold all over.
When Su Qingci came in, the door was only half closed, which Song Jingzhou must have left open on purpose.
Song Jingzhou quickly washed his hands and came over with a simple brazier from the kitchen.
Are you cold?
"Come on, warm your hands and feet under your feet."
"Burning coal is too slow, so I lit charcoal directly."
Su Qingci moved her feet aside to make it easier for Song Jingzhou to put the brazier inside.
He urged, "Alright, alright, hurry up and eat, it'll get cold soon."
"Okay, coming right away."
Song Jingzhou glanced at the food on the table, then turned and grabbed two pairs of chopsticks from the wall to rinse in the kitchen.
I haven't used chopsticks in a long time.
When they came out, they also put a plate of chopped chili peppers on it.
Have you eaten yet?
"I've already eaten, this is yours."
"Have some more with me, there's so much."
"No, you go ahead and eat, I'm full."
"You made this? It smells delicious!"
Su Qingci paused for a moment, "I can't do what others do."
Song Jingzhou pursed his lips, his eyes smiling. He could tell from Su Qingci's hesitation that she was lying.
But he didn't point it out.
He used chopsticks to cut the fried egg open, picked up a piece, dipped it in chopped chili peppers, and fed it to Su Qingci.
Come on, ah~
Su Qingci instinctively opened her mouth to catch it.
"Is it good? I pickled these chopped chilies myself."
"If you like it, I'll take the jar with me when we go back later."
"Mmm, it's delicious. It's spicy and refreshing, and it also has a garlic flavor."
Su Qingci also loves spicy food, and she fell in love with the flavor after just one bite.
Upon hearing this affirmative praise, Song Jingzhou's face instantly lit up with a smile.
"Yes, I mixed in minced garlic, and after putting it in the jar, I poured half a bowl of tea oil on top."
"Let alone Peach Blossom Town, even in the whole country, no one is willing to pour so much tea oil on chopped chili peppers. How can it not be fragrant?"
"You really know how to eat."
Song Jingzhou picked up another piece of fish from the belly, dipped it in chopped chili peppers, and said, "Here, try it again."
By the time Su Qingci came to her senses, she had already been fed a whole fried egg and half a carton of fish.
"Ugh, I can't eat anymore, I really can't eat anymore, my stomach is already round."
Song Jingzhou persisted, pushing the soup bowl toward Su Qingci.
"Take a sip of soup to wash away the salty and spicy taste in your mouth."
Su Qingci leaned against him, took a small sip of soup, and then slumped weakly against the back of the chair.
"I really made it."
"Okay, then I'll eat it."
Seeing that Su Qingci really wasn't going to eat anymore, Song Jingzhou simply turned the whole bowl of rice upside down into a large soup bowl and started slurping it down.
"Mmm, delicious."
"I wonder whose cooking this is. It's so delicious. I wish I could eat it every day, for the rest of my life."
Seeing Song Jingzhou's exaggerated expression, Su Qingci guiltily touched her nose.
Eat it every day, for a lifetime... Dream on...
After dinner, the two sat together by the fire, cuddling and being affectionate.
Song Jingzhou looked at Su Qingci and reached out to pinch her little cheek.
It seems like he's gained a little weight; all the careful feeding he's given him over the past six months has paid off.
They already had a bit of baby fat, and now they're even more bouncy and chewy when you pinch them, making you want to take a bite without even realizing it.
Su Qingci couldn't help but lean closer to the other person.
"Want a kiss?"
Song Jingzhou actually lowered his head and placed a kiss on her cheek.
Su Qingci was surprised; this straight man was like a celibate monk.
Although the two have been publicly dating for two months, they have had very few truly intimate interactions.
Seeing Su Qingci looking at him with surprise, Song Jingzhou suddenly felt a little awkward, and his ears slowly turned pink.
Su Qingci found his restless little eyes amusing.
This man, who hasn't yet been corrupted by the open society, is so adorable and innocent.
A playful glint flashed in her eyes. Suddenly, she pouted and slowly leaned towards him. Song Jingzhou was so startled that he quickly stood up.
Su Qingci mischievously stood up as well, tiptoeing towards his face, but Song Jingzhou quickly looked up and dodged.
Su Qingci was just teasing him, but seeing his panicked look, she got really angry and punched him hard in the stomach.
"Bang!"
Ah~
Song Jingzhou felt a sharp pain in his abdomen, let out a soft cry, and instinctively bent forward, curling his body up.
Taking advantage of the moment he bent down, Su Qingci mischievously tilted her head back and kissed his lips.
Song Jingzhou's pupils contracted, and he felt as if he had been electrocuted, his mind going completely blank.
Feeling that soft body pressed tightly against him made his whole body tense up even more.
The unique fragrance of Suqing porcelain permeated his world.
Seeing that Song Jingzhou seemed stunned, she mischievously bit his lip lightly.
Feeling the other person tremble slightly, Su Qingci playfully released her body and prepared to leave.
The moment she let go of him, Song Jingzhou quickly wrapped his arms around her waist and pulled her close to him.
Su Qingci was taken aback. She looked up and met his dark, inky eyes.
"You came to me yourself."
Song Jingzhou stared intently at her pink lips, his voice slightly breathless and hoarse.
As soon as he finished speaking, he leaned down and pressed down on her.
He clumsily sucked on her softness, his arms around her so tight it was as if he wanted to meld her into his own body.
Su Qingci was stunned for a moment, then paused for two seconds before taking the initiative to guide the clumsy child.
It took them quite a while to separate, both of them panting.
Song Jingzhou bent down, embraced the person in his arms, and rested his chin on the other's neck.
Hearing the other person's heavy breathing and the pounding of their heart, Su Qingci smiled sweetly.
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