However, deep down, Xu Han didn't want things to be like that. Within her capabilities, she wanted to do things herself and didn't want to rely on others for everything.
However, this can only be changed gradually in the future. There's no rush now. We'll talk about other things after everything has stabilized.
After looking around and finding no one she could help with, Xu Han said, "You can stay here and make your clothes. I'll cook dinner tonight. Remember to turn on a few more lamps when it gets dark. I'll have someone call you when dinner is ready."
The others wanted to say something, but Xu Han quickly stopped them. She turned and left the room, not giving them any chance to speak.
After leaving the back room, he turned the corner and saw Lu Chuan waiting for him in the backyard.
"How's it going over there?"
Xu Han covered her mouth and laughed mischievously, "Not bad, the bedding is all done, but not ours. If I hadn't remembered, we probably would have had to sleep in the inn again tonight."
Lu Chuan was taken aback for a moment upon hearing this, but then immediately understood. He lowered his head and chuckled, "Hahaha, thanks to my wife, otherwise we would definitely be sleeping in an inn tonight."
"It's also my fault for not explaining clearly. None of them knew the situation, so they definitely wouldn't remember."
"Luckily you spoke up in time, otherwise I'm afraid we wouldn't have been able to finish it in time."
"Fortunately, we have enough cotton and fabric left, otherwise we wouldn't be able to make it."
Xu Han continued, "Let's go to the kitchen and cook. The others are all making clothes! Everyone else is busy too, so we're the only two who are free. I took the liberty of doing this."
I wonder if our Master Lu is still capable of doing this kind of hard work.”
Lu Chuan wasn't angry at Xu Han's teasing. He put his arm around Xu Han's waist and said with a mischievous smile, "If my wife can do it, then I will naturally do it too."
The two chatted and laughed as they walked toward the kitchen. When they arrived, they found that the kitchen had been tidied up neatly, all the items were arranged in an orderly manner, the stove was spotless, and even the floor was gleaming.
Lu Chuan asked, "There are a lot of people eating today, what are you planning to do? Something too complicated won't do, you'll tire yourself out."
"How about we have a big pot of stew then? We can make a chicken stew with vegetables and all sorts of other things, and it will taste pretty good."
You probably haven't tried this kind of big-pot stew before, have you? Don't let its appearance fool you; it tastes amazing. It's incredibly fragrant!
After Xu Han finished speaking, she licked her lips in a very pretentious way, looking very hungry.
Lu Chuan looked at Xu Han with affection and smiled, "Okay, let's make a big pot of dishes then. It'll save you the trouble of cooking everything in one pot."
"Okay, let's make unleavened flatbread for the main dish, and a big pot of hot and sour soup. The recipes are very simple, and once the ingredients are ready, it will be ready in no time."
"Sure, see what ingredients you need, and I'll wash them for you."
Xu Han instructed, "Then you should chop these five chickens first, try to chop them into small pieces. After you're done chopping, go and knead the dough. I'll prepare the dough and water for you first, and I'll take care of the rest."
After Xu Han finished speaking, the two of them started to get to work. Lu Chuan often kneaded dough at home, so he was very skilled at it.
Lu Chuan quickly kneaded the dough, while Xu Han had already washed the vegetables.
Lu Chuan continued rolling out the dough, while Xu Han quickly chopped the side dishes. The two worked together, and their speed was quite fast.
After steaming the unleavened flatbread, Xu Han began preparing the large pot of stew.
First, put the cleaned chicken pieces into a pot and stir-fry them until the moisture evaporates. Then add about half a pot of water, and then add potatoes, carrots, and other similar ingredients.
After the water boils, season it, then put the pre-soaked sweet potato noodles into the pot to cook. Just before serving, add a variety of easy-to-cook green vegetables.
It was the first time Xu Han had cooked for more than 20 people, and she wasn't quite sure about the quantities. Looking at the large pot of food that had been served, she wondered if two full plates would be enough for everyone.
Worried that everyone might not have enough to eat, Xu Han added two extra ladles of water when making the hot and sour soup, thinking that if there wasn't enough to eat, they could drink some hot and sour soup instead.
Xu Han was generous with the ingredients for the hot and sour soup, adding a full 20 eggs to the pot before wiping her hands.
Lu Chuan jokingly said, "Haha, now you're not worried about not being able to finish all the eggs at home, are you? One egg a day for each person, that's more than 20 a day. Add the dog in the house, and I'm afraid you won't have enough eggs at all."
"Don't worry, that's definitely not the case. Our family lacks everything right now, except eggs."
Even if another 200 people came, one a day would be enough to feed them.
We collect about 150 eggs a day, and with the eggs stored in the storage space, it's truly an excessive amount. We can't possibly eat them all every day.
Moreover, the chicks hatched by Xu Han this year have started laying eggs one after another, so the quality of the eggs will likely only get better and better in the future.
Now we can finally have complete egg freedom at home. We have chicken eggs every day, as well as lots of duck and goose eggs, which we can't possibly finish.
After the meal was ready, Lu Chuan walked out. As soon as he stepped out the door, he saw Zhu Dahu and Zhu Erni, who had come over after smelling the aroma, peeking out cautiously but not daring to get close.
Are you two hungry?
Zhu Dahu is just like his name suggests; he has a tiger-like face and is very honest and simple-minded. He's just a bit thin, and he would definitely be cuter if he gained a little weight.
Upon hearing Lu Chuan's question, Zhu Dahu, imitating an adult, earnestly performed an awkward and inappropriate bow to Lu Chuan.
Lu Chuan found it amusing but couldn't laugh out loud, finding it quite difficult to suppress his laughter. He thought to himself, "This kid is so funny, so honest and sensible. My two sons will finally have playmates from now on."
Zhu Dahu, mimicking his father, solemnly replied, "Master, I'm not hungry."
If Lu Chuan hadn't seen him frantically swallowing his saliva, he might have believed what he said.
But it was already late, and Lu Chuan didn't want to tease Zhu Dahu any longer. He simply said, "You two go and call your parents over for dinner!"
Upon hearing Lu Chuan's words, Zhu Dahu quickly led Zhu Erni outside. The two divided the tasks: one went to find their father, and the other went to find their mother.
When Zhu Erni saw Zhu Dasao, she pulled her outside, saying, "Master told me to call Mother for dinner. There's meat to eat today. It smells so good! I can smell it!"
Sister-in-law Zhu grabbed Zhu Erni, who was trying to pull her away, and scolded her gently, "You greedy girl, you can't even speak clearly. Tell your mother what Master said!"
Seeing that she was being held and unable to struggle, Zhu Erni could only repeat what Lu Chuan had just said.
Upon hearing this, the others also packed up their things and followed them to the kitchen.
Lu Chuan returned as soon as he went out, and Xu Han was a little surprised that he came back so quickly.
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