Zhou Mingqian knew that Shen Zhiqing was not a good cook, and since they were neighbors, he also knew that Shen Zhiqing had not come to Aunt Zhu's house for several days.
He had also heard Aunt Zhu talk about her daughter-in-law, but clearly, Shen Zhiqing was not the kind of person who was ignorant and sensible.
With that in mind, Zhou Mingqian took the initiative to approach Shen Banxia, saying, "If you trust me, I can help you process those fish."
Shen Banxia was just having a hard time, and Zhou Mingqian's words were like a timely rain.
"I believe you, of course I believe you," Shen Banxia couldn't be happier. Besides, the fish in the surprise gift package hadn't been finished yet.
Zhou Mingqian was a decisive person. He took the fish directly to his secret cave, where he had all the seasonings he needed.
He planned to make soup from the crucian carp in a small earthenware pot, and as for the grass carp, he would just roast it over a fire. The remaining three would be marinated and dried. His cave was warm in winter and cool in summer, which was just right for him.
Zhou Mingqian acted quickly. When Shen Banxia tasted the fish soup, she was immediately amazed. It was so fresh and there was no fishy smell at all.
I don't know what seasonings they put in.
When it came time to eat the grilled fish, Shen Banxia was speechless and just kept eating. After finishing the fish, she breathed a sigh of relief and gave a thumbs up, "Your grilling skills are pretty good."
"I specifically asked someone for advice."
"sharp".
Zhou Mingqian explained how he would handle the other three fish, and Shen Banxia said somewhat embarrassedly, "How about we just grill them? Don't worry, there won't be any waste."
She hasn't had a proper meal in a while now. It's a pity. She thought that with the check-in system, she would finally be able to eat her fill.
But recently, both Xu Wenzhu and Zhou Mingjiao have been behaving themselves and haven't been able to check in at all.
Shen Banxia sighed helplessly. She was just eating the shoddy food that was barely enough to fill her stomach, as long as she wouldn't starve.
Now that she's eaten such delicious grilled fish, she really can't accept eating that pot of mixed vegetable porridge.
When Zhou Mingqian brought over the remaining three fish, she ate them right there, showing no sign of courtesy whatsoever.
Please forgive her; lately, she's been practically deceiving her stomach. If her stomach could talk, it would definitely say it's been suffering terribly.
Zhou Mingqian couldn't help but feel sorry for Shen Zhiqing. At this moment, he wished he could take out all the good things he had saved up and give them to her.
But he also knew that without a proper and legitimate reason, Shen Zhiqing would definitely not accept it.
Thinking of this, she suddenly remembered a question, "That educated youth, can I ask you a question? Do you know how to process medicinal herbs?"
Shen Banxia neither admitted nor denied it, "Is there something wrong?"
"That's right. I often go to the back mountain to collect herbs and sell them on the black market, but they are all fresh herbs. I've learned that processed herbs are more expensive."
"Oh? So you want to ask me for advice? And why did you tell me about your trip to the black market? Aren't you afraid I'll report you?" For a moment, Shen Banxia couldn't quite understand the man in front of her.
"You are my savior, I believe in you," but there was one more thing he didn't say: the debt of saving my life should be repaid with one's life.
Of course, the matter of offering oneself in marriage must be approached gradually.
Shen Banxia had no idea that he harbored such wolfish ambitions. Of course, his initial mention of the black market made her less wary.
Of course, the most important reason, which cannot be denied, is her amazing grilling skills; everything else is secondary.
Anyway, how could this weakling in front of me possibly beat me?
A man as weak as a chicken. Zhou Mingqian: ...
Shen Banxia, who had her eye on Zhou Mingqian's grilled fish skills, didn't hesitate to forget about keeping her medical knowledge hidden.
Of course, she felt that it was just a simple preparation of medicinal herbs, and it didn't count as revealing her medical skills, right?
"No problem, you pack up your medicinal herbs and I'll deal with them when I have time. But let me make this clear, it's not possible here at the educated youth settlement; there are too many people coming and going, it's not safe."
Zhou Mingqian indicated that he understood and said proactively, "I put all those medicinal herbs in the cave behind the mountain. Most of my belongings are kept there."
Shen Banxia felt something was off; how did this get into the topic of family possessions?
However, it seems that's not wrong either.
After agreeing on these matters, Shen Banxia politely saw the person off.
When they returned, Xu Wenzhu looked at Shen Banxia and suddenly asked, "You ate grilled fish?" She even nodded to herself in affirmation.
As always, Shen Banxia replied, "None of your business."
“Shen Banxia, we’re living and eating together now, how can you eat alone?” Xu Wenzhu said righteously.
Shen Banxia scoffed, "Then why don't you contribute all your peach shortbread, canned milk candy, and stuff?"
Xu Wenzhu stamped her foot, "That's different."
"Heh, don't be so hypocritical. Wait until you've contributed all that stuff before you start talking to me about sacrifices," Shen Banxia said, not one to tolerate Xu Wenzhu's hypocrisy.
Xu Wenzhu's face darkened, but Shen Banxia ignored her completely.
When the others returned, they wanted to ask Shen Banxia for fishing tips.
Shen Banxia didn't hide this from them, and put her fishing rod in front of them, saying, "Study it slowly on your own."
Su Wenze then asked, "What about the bait?"
"earthworm".
Liu Zhe frowned. "No, that's not right. We did the same thing, but we couldn't catch anything."
"Oh, that's because I'm so beautiful."
Shen Banxia's words immediately caused an awkward silence. This was just too shameless.
Chinese people value modesty; who would openly praise themselves like that?
Could it be that she possesses a beauty that could make fish sink and geese fall from the sky?
Xu Wenzhu curled her lip in disdain. She really knows how to brag.
The news was quickly spread through a loudspeaker, and some people believed it while others did not.
When Shen Banxia saw Aunt Zhu bring over a bowl of wheat, she was stunned.
Especially after hearing what she said.
What did I say back then? "Banxia, do you want to help your aunt? You're so pretty, why don't you help me sink that fish too? Don't worry, I won't ask you to help for nothing."
At that moment, Shen Banxia was left both amused and exasperated.
"Auntie, I was just joking."
"Auntie understands. You're afraid that if word gets out, people will come looking for you, right? Don't worry, Auntie's keeping it a secret."
Shen Banxia was speechless. How could Aunt Zhu be so confident in saying this? But that wasn't the most important thing. It was clearly just her making things up. "Auntie, it's really not like that. There's nothing like what you're saying."
"No way? You're not kidding me, are you?"
Shen Banxia was speechless. How could she still not be able to explain it clearly?
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