Fragrant wood-fired rice

In the end, Ji Weiqing had no choice but to open the drawer after being harassed by the teacher.

The dean poured more than half of the tea into the cup and smiled until his eyes narrowed into slits.

"By the way, your mistress asked me to ask you when we can have dinner together. She always asks me out of curiosity. I said I have never seen you before."

Ji Weiqing paused for a moment.

"I'll go home and discuss it with her."

The dean laughed: "It's strange to hear you say that. Does your family know about your marriage?" The only bad thing about this student is that he is a loner and doesn't communicate much with his family.

"They don't know. I plan to take a vacation and bring her home to meet them."

The dean didn't know what to say to him.

"Have you prepared the gift for your marriage?"

Ji Weiqing's face was filled with confusion.

"What do you want?"

The dean simply didn't know what to say to him.

"The three big things! How did you marry someone when you didn't even get a dowry?"

Ji Weiqing told the whole story honestly. No one told him that he had to prepare a dowry for marriage.

The dean suddenly felt overwhelmed: "I really am, oh."

"Nowadays, young people who have the means tend to give their spouse three big items as gifts: a refrigerator, a washing machine and a television. Those with less means tend to give their spouse a bicycle, a sewing machine, a watch and a radio. You say you have good means and have nowhere to spend your monthly salary, so you should at least give someone something!"

He finally understood why all the people the principal introduced to him were driven away by Ji Weiqing. He was almost pissed off to death.

"I'm not saying anything bad about you, but you married her and didn't give her anything? Your mistress always says I'm dull, but now I think you're even duller than me."

For the first time, Ji Weiqing was helpless in front of the teacher.

"She took care of my salary, and we had a radio, a TV, and a refrigerator at home."

Only then did the dean's blood pressure drop.

He advised earnestly: "The salary issue can be considered as making up for your mistakes. You married without permission and you don't know anything. When you have free time, quickly provide her with a sewing machine and a washing machine. As for her parents' home, just send some things to them, and don't be too picky. She came all the way here to marry you, and she is taking care of your two children by herself. She is not a mother you hired."

Ji Weiqing wrote down every detail, "What about the bicycle?"

"How would I know? You should ask her if she can ride a bike. We don't need bikes here. If she likes it, buy her one."

Seeing that he had listened to everything, the dean finally calmed down.

"You are not short of money, so don't forget to buy things for others. My granddaughter's colleague got married and went to a photo studio to take photos. They are called wedding photos. It is quite rare for young people."

The master and apprentice had not been chatting for long when a notification suddenly came from above.

"Go home and pack your bags. We have an urgent project that requires your assistance. Leave on time tonight."

The dean stood up quickly and said, "I have to go back and ask your mistress to pack my clothes. We'll talk about having dinner together when I come back. You should also go back and pack your luggage quickly and tell your family everything you need to do."

Song Shixia heard someone opening the door while she was taking a nap. She got up carefully so as not to wake the child.

When she saw the person coming back, she couldn't help but be surprised. Why did he come back at this time?

She tiptoed downstairs and met him in the living room.

"Are you coming back to get something?"

Ji Weiqing was scolded by the teacher and felt a little uncomfortable facing her.

"We are going on a business trip and are coming back to pack our bags."

Song Shixia followed him: "Do you need my help?"

Ji Weiqing was about to say no, but suddenly he remembered the criticism and education his teacher gave him.

"Please buy me some steamed buns. I may have to travel for the next two days."

It seems that I won't be able to return from this business trip in a short time.

"I just made some buns. How about I put them in your bag?"

Except for the pork lard which cannot be eaten cold, the rest are vegetarian buns and have no effect.

He was stunned for a moment, "Thank you for your hard work."

Song Shixia smiled at him.

"I originally prepared it for breakfast. I'll make some more in the afternoon."

Ji Weiqing went upstairs to pack clothes and saw two little ones sleeping on the bed. She got along well with the children.

Song Shixia found the lunch boxes from the cupboard and washed them clean. The two lunch boxes were full.

She thought about it, put some of the mulberry wine she brewed into empty glass bottles, and tightened the lids as tightly as possible.

It is said that scientific researchers use their brains at a higher intensity, so in order to prevent such a pleasing face from being in danger of hair loss, it is reasonable to give him some attention.

Ji Weiqing went downstairs carrying the suitcase.

"When are you leaving?"

He glanced at his watch. "We have three more hours to stay. We'll set off in the evening."

"I have fish soup at home. If you are not in a hurry, I will make some rice and stir-fry two dishes."

Ji Weiqing put the suitcase at the door.

"I'll help you."

There were only vegetables left at home, so she prepared to make vinegar-fried baby cabbage and hand-shredded cabbage, and heat up the fish soup.

The kitchen is neither too big nor too small, but it is a bit cramped for two people to wash and cut vegetables side by side.

Ji Weiqing took the initiative to break the silence.

“Do you like bicycles?”

Song Shixia answered decisively: "I don't like it. I don't need a bicycle at home." The 28-inch bicycle has nothing to do with good looks, and she would rather walk when she goes out.

"Then don't buy them. I'll call the logistics department later and ask them to help me buy the washing machine and sewing machine. It's hard to buy them without industrial coupons."

Song Shixia was overwhelmed by the flattery. How come this guy suddenly came to his senses?

"I'm curious, why did you suddenly think of buying a washing machine for your home?"

Ji Weiqing looked unnatural.

"I'm sorry, this was supposed to be your betrothal gift, but I neglected it."

Song Shixia had heard of the "three big items", but since she herself did not bring a decent dowry, she did not care about the gift.

"Thank you. A washing machine and a sewing machine are definitely things that are needed in the home."

Ji Weiqing picked the last vegetable.

"Is there anything else you want?"

Song Shixia was not sure: "No, there is nothing missing at home."

When the oil is hot, add the Sichuan peppercorns, dried chili peppers and garlic slices and stir-fry until fragrant. After the aroma comes out, pour in the shredded cabbage and stir-fry, then add seasonings in turn.

Ji Yang and Ji Yuan ran down the stairs.

Ji Weiqing was helping to light the fire and cook, and Ji Yuan ran into his arms.

"dad!"

Worried that he might get burned by sparks, she said, "You and your brother go to the living room and play for a while."

Ji Yuan sniffed and left the kitchen reluctantly.

Ji Yang did not enter the kitchen, but his eyes were always on the kitchen door.

"They are giving you trouble."

Song Shixia was busy cooking and didn't look back, "No, they are very well behaved."

The two dishes came out of the pot one after another. The aroma of the fragrant wood-fired rice wafted through the pot lid and filled the room. The milky white fish soup on the stove was bubbling.

"They were too young to eat the fish, so I only let them drink the soup. The two fish were just right for us to share."

Ji Weiqing wanted to say that he didn't eat fish, but when he saw her carefully putting the fish into the bowl, he gave up, it's not that he couldn't eat it.

Song Shixia didn't know what he was thinking. If she knew, she would definitely not give him any. This is unpolluted wild crucian carp. Some people want to eat it but have no way to get it.

There are no hot buns for rice, so there are eight buns filled with lard left over, which can be used as breakfast tomorrow.

When he left, she could make some simple pastries. Anyway, the smartest person left the house, and the two children wouldn't notice anything extra as long as they were happy eating.

After dinner, the two kids were visibly disappointed when they learned that their father was going away again.

Ji Weiqing touched their heads one by one and said, "Be obedient at home and don't be naughty. Do you understand?"

Song Shixia watched their deep father-son love from the side. Even though the child was his brother's, he was no different from his biological father.

Before Ji Weiqing left, he told her, "I'll take care of the children. If you want anything, I'll buy it for you when you come back."

"I'm at home, so you can go without worry." Why do these words feel a bit weird?

Ji Weiqing repeatedly reminded the children: "Don't cause trouble for your mother, understand?"

Ji Yuan agreed cooperatively. His father said that Auntie was his mother, so he didn't have to listen to his brother and call her Auntie.

Ji Yang nodded awkwardly: "Don't worry, I will take good care of my brother and her."

Song Shixia looked at Ji Yang, who was pointing at herself with disbelief on her face. Did he mean to take good care of her?

What is this three-year-old kid saying? Despite his young age, he speaks like a boss.

Ji Weiqing smiled at him and said, "I believe Yangyang is a man."

Ji Yuan jumped anxiously: "And me, I am also a man."

Song Shixia picked him up and said, "Yuanyuan is also a man."

Ji Yuan hugged her, the new mother smelled so good.

Song Shixia put him down: "By the way, I filled a bottle of fruit wine for you. If you can't sleep at night, you can have a drink."

"Thank you. I appreciate your kindness, but I don't drink often."

"Take it. The alcohol content of the fruit wine is not very high. I guarantee you will sleep well."

Ji Weiqing had no choice but to agree. He was a little worried that the person checking the luggage would confiscate it.

There was still half an hour before the gathering, and Song Shixia and the two kids saw him off to the door.

He lowered his head and gently touched her forehead.

"Good morning kiss."

Song Shixia frowned: "Wrong, this should be called a farewell kiss."

Looking at her smile, he suddenly felt reluctant to leave. In order to build the scientific research cause of his motherland, he turned around and left without looking back.

The three people at the door didn't go into the house until he was out of sight.

The three of them were in a depressed mood. Song Shixia looked at the bare yard and suddenly remembered that he could go to the supply and marketing cooperative to have a look.

"Let's go to the supply and marketing cooperative!"

Ji Yuan raised his hands in agreement. As for Ji Yang, who was pretending to be a little adult, as long as he didn't object, it meant he agreed.

Song Shixia took the money, locked the door, and holding a child in each hand, the three of them went to the supply and marketing cooperative happily, and the sad feelings of parting were swept away.

She was dazzled by the dazzling shelves.

"Hello, comrade. Give me three bottles of soda and Cheetos, a bag of White Rabbit candy, and a bag of roasted melon seeds."

During this time, every household is cooking, the supply and marketing cooperative is very quiet, and the salesmen sit together and chat.

Seeing a strange face, everyone turned their heads.

The salesperson who was helping Song Shixia weigh the items took the initiative to strike up a conversation: "Comrade, whose relative are you?"

Almost every household living in this area knows each other.

Ji Yuan tiptoed on the counter, blinking his big eyes and speaking with a boastful tone,

"Auntie, this is my mother."

The salesperson recognized Ji Yuan, and her expression changed from curiosity to shock.

"So she is Professor Ji's lover. When did Professor Ji get married?"

Song Shixia pretended to be a young bride and said shyly, "We just got the marriage certificate a few days ago." Help! How can I buy something and be surrounded by people and stared at like a monkey?

Another salesperson leaned over the counter and looked at her with a look of astonishment on his face. "Comrade, you are so beautiful. How did you get to know Professor Ji?"