" Alright, let's wash the vegetables. We'll be able to eat a delicious meal later," He Jiong said happily.
" Peng Peng, come over and light the fire. I'll make soup first," Chen Zixin said to Peng Peng with a smile.
Peng Peng responded and quickly went to the kitchen. When he saw the kitchen stove, he praised," Brother, your stove is too beautiful. There are three big pots and four small pots. What kind of stove is this?"
" This is a Seven Star Stove, and as long as there's a place to add firewood to the fire, seven pots can cook at the same time."
" What? Zixin, your stove is so powerful. It's much more powerful than our mushroom house stove. Make one for me so that I don't have to make a big pot or a small pot. It's too tiring," Huang Lei said enviously.
Chen Zixin looked at Huang Lei speechlessly." I can help you, but will you pay me?"
Heh, why are children thinking about money? You have so much value, but you're still lacking this bit of salary." Huang Lei complained.
Uncle, no matter how small a fly is, it's still meat. It's not easy for me to earn money. If you want me to help you, you should pay me accordingly. Otherwise, there's no need to talk about it.
"Tsk, Uncle doesn't want it anymore. I'll use that. When the time comes, Uncle will be smoky and I'll see if you're embarrassed. Let Uncle Smoke Smoke."
"I'm so embarrassed! "Anyway, I'm only making this meal today. In the future, it'll be you making it. I'm not afraid of smoke. I can't be happier."
Everyone in the kitchen burst into laughter when they heard that. Huang Lei laughed angrily and said," Brat, have you forgotten how good I was to you? Back then, did I cook for you every day?"
Chen Zixin said resentfully," You still have the cheek to talk about this? Were you cooking for me? You were clearly trying to trick me into drinking wine. You said that you were cooking for me, but in fact, you were asking me to steal wine for you. You even said that there was wine and food while eating. Life is a great joy."
" Ah, Teacher Huang, you actually thought of such a way just to drink. That's enough," He Jiong said.
" Brother, you're not bad yourself. Even though Teacher Huang wanted to drink, she at least cooked for you," Brother Hu explained.
Brother, do you know why he cooked for me?"
" Why?
" He's not cooking. He's asking me to test the dishes. Every time he makes a new dish, he'll ask me to eat it. As long as I'm fine after eating it, he can make it for Auntie Sun. Do you think it's easy for me?"
Auntie Sun smiled when she heard this." Huang Lei, so that's how it is. You actually treated Zixin like this. Zixin, you're really unlucky."
He Jiong and the others also laughed out loud.
" That's enough. Actually, Uncle Huang isn't too bad. Luckily, I didn't go hungry in those few years. However, Uncle Huang still has to thank you. You know that practicing martial arts consumes a lot of energy, but you still squeezed out time to cook for me in class every day. Thank you, Uncle Huang." As he spoke, Chen Zixin bowed to Huang Lei.
Huang Lei said gratefully," Child, I'm very satisfied to see that you're so successful now and have not let down your master's expectations of you. Your master is no longer around. Remember that your uncle and Auntie Sun will always be your family."
Brother Hu was also gratified." Brother, your Ning Jie and I are also your family."
He Jiong also consoled him,"Zixin, although I haven't known you for long, you only gave me the word 'extraordinary.' Remember, Teacher He is also your family."
Reba and the others said,"Yes, we're your family too."
Chen Zixin looked at them and said with warmth in his heart," Alright, alright, don't be like this. Hurry up and cook."
" Peng Peng, light the fire. I'll make the soup. After saying that, I walked into the medicine room and took out a bag of Chinese medicine. I also took out two pieces of tremella and some red dates from the refrigerator. I washed them and placed them in a clay pot. I added water and started to stew the soup.
Auntie Sun, are you done washing the vegetables?" Chen Zixin asked as he stood in the kitchen.
I'm done. Come, Zixin, do you need Auntie Sun to help you?"
Auntie Sun, you guys sit down and have some tea. I can handle these ingredients alone."
" Mr. He, can I trouble you to bring the watermelon that I soaked in the mushroom house at noon over? Let Uncle Huang cut it for you. I'm telling you, my watermelon is unique," Chen Zixin said with raised eyebrows.
He Jiong responded and returned to the mushroom house to bring the watermelon over.
Huang Lei asked curiously,"Aren't watermelons all the same? And they're all unique. It's ridiculous."
" Uncle, you'll know when you eat it." Chen Zixin smiled mysteriously.
Everyone looked at Chen Zixin's mysterious expression and felt curious.
" Come, come, come. The watermelon is here. Hurry up and cut it. Let me see how magical it is." He Jiong said to Huang Lei.
Huang Lei took the watermelon and immediately cut it. Immediately, a fragrance mixed with the fragrance of Chinese herbs spread out.
" Wow, is this watermelon? Why is it so fragrant?" Reba said with bright eyes.
" It smells so good. Why is it so fragrant?" Little Gu echoed.
"Is this a watermelon? "I can't stand the taste. Teacher Huang, hurry up and cut the watermelon. I can't stand it," He Ji said as he swallowed his saliva.
Brother Hu and the others swallowed their saliva and said,"Teacher Huang, hurry up."
Huang Lei was also attracted by the fragrance. She was stunned for a few seconds before she quickly cut the watermelon with a knife and carried it out.
Reba quickly took a piece of watermelon and took a bite. His eyes lit up as he said in surprise," This watermelon is too delicious. It's incomparably fragrant, sweet, and delicious. It's too delicious."
"Really? Let me try it," Little Gu said curiously. He then picked up a piece of watermelon and took a bite." This watermelon is too delicious. I don't even need to chew it and it's already in my throat. It's awesome."
When Brother Hu and the others heard this, they all picked up the watermelon and ate it. They praised," Wow, this is too delicious. This is simply an immortal fruit. It's too delicious, and there's even a fragrance."
Everyone nodded. Chen Zixin stood in the kitchen, preparing the ingredients, and smiled when he saw everyone's surprised expressions.
When the director saw the few of them eating watermelons, he quickly asked the staff to bring the watermelons for lunch over and eat them. When everyone started eating, they were instantly shocked.
The audience in the live broadcast room became curious when they saw this.
" Is this watermelon that powerful?
"No, I want to eat the watermelons they're eating."
" I suddenly found a fortune."
“………”。
" No, this watermelon is too delicious. I want to eat a few more pieces," Peng Peng said happily.
" Brother, you've already eaten a few pieces. Aren't you afraid that the sugar content will be too high if you continue eating?" The younger sister dissuaded him.
It's fine. With this watermelon, I can eat a few less meals."
" Indeed. I won't eat with this watermelon," Brother Hu said as he nibbled on the watermelon.
" Brother, since you said so yourself, I won't cook anymore," Chen Zixin said without even raising his head to process the ingredients.
" Erm, I was just joking. You can't not cook," Brother Hu begged.
Reba brought a piece of watermelon over and said gently," Zixin, have a piece of watermelon too. You didn't get to eat it just now. Here, have some!"
Chen Zixin smiled and said," Reba, go ahead and eat. I'm fine. I have a strange habit before I cook. I keep myself on an empty stomach so that I can stay focused."
Reba looked at Chen Zixin curiously and said," You have such a hobby?
Brother Hu smiled and said,"Reba, just eat that watermelon!"，My brother has a strange habit when he cooks. He said that an empty stomach can keep him awake and make him more focused."
Huang Lei also asked curiously,"Zixin, you have this weird habit?"
Chen Zixin smiled." Actually, it's not really a strange thing. It's just that you've all eaten watermelons, so you must be feeling a little full now. You won't be able to finish them later, so I can eat the delicious food alone." After saying that, he chuckled.
" Zixin, you're so mean. That's what you want. If you can't, don't eat those dishes later," Reba said with a pout.
" Zixin, that's enough. I didn't expect you to do this," He Ji said angrily.
" Brother Zixin, you're so annoying. I'm ignoring you," said Toto Mengmeng.
" Brother Zixin, you have to eat the watermelon before we let you eat," Zifeng said toot.
" Come, Zixin, eat this watermelon. Otherwise, I won't let you eat tonight," Little Gu said as he walked over with a piece of watermelon.
Peng Peng was dumbfounded. Chen Zixin waved his hand and said, Don't forget that I'm the one cooking today. I have the initiative, but you guys still won't let me eat. Only you guys believe me. Didn't you see how calm Uncle Huang and the others were?
Huang Lei smiled and said,"Sigh, you guys are really too much. It's not like you don't know Zixin's appetite. I just asked Brother Hu about Zixin's weird habit. Didn't you see how calm Brother Hu was?"
He Jiong and the others suddenly realized and asked, Zixin, so it's true. What about the remaining two watermelons?"
" You guys can share it!
No, you'll get fat if you keep eating."
" It won't. The sweetness in my watermelon is based on Chinese herbal medicines. It won't make you fat and will help reduce fat and blood pressure," Chen Zixin said gently.
"What?! You're so powerful. Brother, I'll bring a few back tomorrow."
" Brother Zixin, I want to bring a few back too," Toto said cutely.
Huang Lei smiled and said,"That's good. Teacher He, we don't have to buy fruits in the future. Watermelon will do."
He Jiong smiled and said," This is fine, but what about Zixin?"
Chen Zixin smiled." Sure, but you'll have to work hard. Otherwise, there won't be any watermelons."
Peng Peng hurriedly said,"Um, brother, what labor do you think? I'll do it."
Chen Zixin smiled mysteriously." It's nothing. The watermelons just need to be watered. You're in charge of watering them. I can give you a watermelon every day."
When Peng Peng heard that there were watermelons, he said happily, Brother, leave this to me. No problem."
Reba and Xiaogu quickly said,"Zixin, we can help water the water too. Do you think we can eat watermelons?"
" Brother Zixin and I, I can do it too," Zifeng said anxiously.
Chen Zi said calmly," Then I'm sorry. The water has dried up. If you want to eat watermelons, forget it."
Reba and the others were distressed, while Peng Peng looked happy. Fortunately, he acted quickly.
Chen Zixin smiled and said,"Actually, there's another way. I don't know if you guys are willing to do it."
Reba and the others 'eyes lit up." What way? As long as there's watermelon to eat, we'll do it."
Chen Zixin smiled evilly." How about this? On account of your sincerity, I'll definitely have a sore back when I cook tonight. You guys just have to give me a massage every day."
Huang Lei and the others held back their laughter. Reba and the others 'faces quickly turned red. Their minds were filled with wild thoughts. They glared fiercely at Chen Zixin and said,"Hooligan!" Zixin (brother), we were wrong about you.
" What? Zixin actually wants to get three beauties to massage him?"
Wow, just thinking about it makes me excited."
I'm so envious!"
Chen Zixin looked at Reba and the others 'expressions and knew what they were thinking. He said speechlessly, What are you guys thinking about? I'm talking about a proper massage, just rubbing your shoulders and massaging your legs. I'm not talking about what you guys are thinking about with your little heads. You're thinking nonsense all day.
Reba and the others blushed and smiled awkwardly.
Chen Zixin smiled and said," Alright, don't worry. I'll have your watermelon to eat. How can I let you massage me? If your so-called fans find out, I'll drown in their saliva."
When Reba and the others heard this, they actually felt a sense of loss.
I knew it. Brother Zixin is a good man."
" Is this a straight man?
He gave up just like that."
Huang Lei said,"Alright, hurry up and cook. Otherwise, I don't know when we'll get to eat."
Chen Zixin clapped his hands and said,"Uncle, let's cook now. Peng Peng, come over and light me up."
Brother, didn't you light me up just now? Why are you still letting me light up?"
You brat, you were just eating the watermelon. If I hadn't put out the fire, this pot of soup would have been boiled dry."
Peng Peng smiled and Chen Zixin said," Alright, wait a moment. I told you to light the fire, so you lit it."
Peng Peng nodded. Chen Zixin said," Uncle, I'll cut the vegetables now. Prepare the ingredients."
Huang Lei said,"Alright. Uncle has never made that strange flavored chicken before. You can make this ingredient yourself."
Chen Zixin nodded and said," Alright, I'll make this. I'll also make the cucumber and tomato stewed egg."
Huang Lei smiled and said,"Alright, let's do it now."
Chen Zixin said to the others,"Brother, clean up the table and wash the dishes. We'll need them later.
Brother Hu, Reba, and the others nodded. Chen Zixin picked up the kitchen knife and made a beautiful cut before quickly cutting the ingredients.
Chen Zixin's saber technique was like flowing water, and it looked very artistic.
Ta, ta, ta!
It was the sound of a kitchen knife cutting vegetables.
It was so fast that the shadow of a kitchen knife could be seen.
As the sound rang out, the chives turned into chopped onions, the ginger turned into shredded ginger, the beef turned into minced meat, and a series of side dishes were all processed by him.
Huang Lei and the others were shocked.
" Heavens, this saber technique is too powerful."
I thought Brother Hu was just joking. I didn't expect Zixin's knife skills to be so good. I, Huang Leigan, lost.
" Zixin, your saber technique is too powerful," Reba said in surprise.
Brother Zixin, you're too awesome."
"Hey, Zixin, why aren't you saying anything?”Little Gu asked curiously.
Brother Hu interrupted,"Little Gu, don't ask anymore. This little brother of mine doesn't like to be disturbed no matter what he does, including cooking. He's currently in the ethereal stage and only has eyes for everything in front of him."
Huang Lei also said,"This kid has been like this since he was young. No matter what he does, he's very focused and has no one else in his heart."
He Jiong and the others looked at Chen Zixin with admiration. A focused person was amazing.
" It's said that men who are focused are the most handsome. Zixin is so handsome right now," Reba said as he looked at Chen Zixin with an infatuated expression.
Zhao Xiaogu and Zifeng also looked at Chen Zixin with infatuated eyes and praised,""Zixin (brother) is so handsome when he's focused. He's even more handsome than the so-called young hunks in the industry."
Huang Lei smiled and said,"Alright, you three wipe your saliva first. It's almost dripping into the vegetables."
Reba and the others quickly wiped their faces, and when they realized that they didn't, their faces quickly turned red as they looked at Huang Lei with resentment.
Brother Hu said happily,"Looks like my younger brother is quite charming. Alright, let's not disturb him. Let's quickly finish our work and eat later."
Sun Li and Jianing smiled and said,"It seems like Zixin is so charming that he managed to attract all three girls."
Reba and the others shyly ran to the side and started working.
" In the live broadcast room, Chen Zixin was so focused on his work that everyone was smitten."
" Wow, Brother Zixin is so handsome when he's focused. I'm going to drool."。
" I'm about to lick the screen."
No, I can't take it anymore."
" Upstairs, you have exceeded the speed limit. Please accept your punishment."
“……”。
Chen Zixin said,"Uncle Huang, you can start cooking. Peng, peng, light the fire."
The two of them responded and began to prepare.
In a short while, waves of fragrance wafted out, intoxicating people.
This fragrance quickly attracted the attention of He Jiong and the others. They all looked at Chen Zi and Chen Zixin with admiration.
She saw Chen Zixin holding a pot in one hand and a big spoon in the other as he quickly stir-fried. Huang Lei felt inferior when she saw this action, but when she saw Chen Zixin, she felt much gratified.
As foodies, Reba and Little Gu sized up Chen Zixin with the expression of a fangirl.
In this world, men who could cook were the most handsome!
She was good-looking. He had a good figure, knew how to cook, and even wrote a book. How could there be such a perfect man in this world?
As time passed, the rich fragrance of the rice tickled everyone's taste buds.
He Jiong and the others, including the production team and the staff, were secretly swallowing their saliva.
Just the taste of this food was unbearable. How could it be worse when it was eaten?
Chen Zixin said in a low voice,"Uncle, you're distracted. If you don't start cooking, your Yuxiang Shredded Pork will burn."
When Huang Lei heard this, she quickly started cooking and prepared the last dish.
Chen Zixin's last dish was also out of the pot. He said to Peng Peng, Peng Peng, the fire can be put out now. The remaining temperature can be used to make Teacher Huang's dish."
Peng Peng replied,"Brother, can we eat now? I can't take it anymore."
Chen Zixin smiled and said,"Bring the soup out first. I'll do the follow-up work for the dishes."
"Brother, aren't you done cooking? Is there any follow-up work?"
" Just do what I told you to do. Don't be so particular. Hurry up. I won't let you eat later," Chen Zixin said sternly.
Peng Peng was so scared that he quickly carried the soup out. Reba asked curiously, Zixin, aren't you done cooking? What follow-up work?"
Chen Zixin gave a mysterious smile and walked to the fridge to take out a few radishes and carrots. It was a baffling sight, and only Brother Hu and Jianing smiled.
Huang Lei had just finished cooking the last dish. When she saw everyone surrounding Chen Zixin, she looked at him curiously.
Chen Zixin took out a wooden box from the cabinet. When the wooden box was opened, the shiny knives shone brightly.
He Jiong looked at all kinds of knives and exclaimed," Amazing, professional. As expected of a famous chef. Even his cooking knives are extraordinary."
Huang Lei also sighed." This kid is amazing. He's definitely a top-notch chef. He's professional."
Sun Li, Reba, and the others were also deeply shocked when they saw these knives.
Chen Zixin quickly picked up a knife and cut the radish into pieces of the same size. He then took out a carving knife and quickly spun it a few times in his right hand before carving the radish.
When Huang Lei and the others saw this, they praised,""Amazing! You can play with the knife like this."
He Jiong sniffed Huang Lei in shock. Teacher Huang, can you play with the knife like this?"
Huang Lei shook her head helplessly." No way. This kid must be a top-notch chef. Who would dare to play like that normally?"
Brother Hu smiled and said,"Teacher Huang, you're right. This kid has been to the place where the state banquet was held before."
When the live broadcast room heard Brother Hu's words, it exploded and the trending searches continued.
" F * ck, he's cooked a state banquet before. That's amazing."
Brother Zixin, you're amazing. I'm so envious that they can eat the dishes of the state banquet."
“………”。
When the director heard Brother Hu's words, he said happily," This kid is too amazing. I didn't expect him to have hosted a state banquet before. I'll have to thank him properly during dinner later. Pay attention to your image when you eat later. If not, I'll have to talk to the station head and raise the pay."
"What?! Zixin had actually been to a state banquet? My mind is a mess right now.
" No, Teacher Huang, this kid Zixin is too amazing. I didn't expect him to go to a state banquet."
" That means Zixin is the chef of the state banquet. We're in for a treat today," Reba said in surprise.
"Yeah! How many people in the country have eaten the state banquet before? I didn't expect us to meet each other and be able to eat it." Little Gu said happily.
" Brother Zixin, you're amazing. You're so young, yet you're so amazing."
"Zixin is only 24 years old this year, but he's already qualified to host a state banquet. "That's amazing. I'm so impressed," Sun Li said happily.
" No, I have to ask Zixin to cook in the future. I've decided to quit my position as the mushroom house chef," Huang Lei said with a smile.
" Mr. Huang, don't even think about it. We'll just have a meal. If Zixin cooks every day, he'll be too tired," Reba said gently.
Xiao Gu and Zi Feng nodded,"Right, we can't let Zixin (big brother) be so tired."
Peng Peng was shocked and was as happy as a child. He could not help but touch the knife, wanting to feel the knife of the chef of the state banquet.
Just as he was about to reach out to touch it, Chen Zixin grabbed his hand and said coldly," Don't touch it. Take your hand back."
Peng Peng was so scared that he quickly took his hand back. Huang Lei said angrily," Peng Peng, apologize. You can't casually touch the knives used by top chefs. Hurry up and apologize." He Jiong and the others were also shocked.
"Brother, I'm sorry!" Peng Peng quickly said. I didn't know there was such a rule."
Chen Zixin said calmly," That's enough. Those who didn't know are innocent. It's my fault for not telling you. As punishment, you just have to wash the dishes after dinner tonight."
Peng Peng hurriedly nodded. He Jiong said happily, Zixin, you've done me a good deed. Finally, there's someone to wash the dishes."
Chen Zixin smiled and continued to carve. Soon, all kinds of flower carvings appeared and were placed on the plate.
" Wow, it's so beautiful. This craftsmanship is so coincidental. Brother Zixin is so awesome," Zifeng said admiringly.
" Zixin, you're really amazing," Reba said happily.
" No, I'm too embarrassed to eat this dish," Little Gu said weakly.
" Zixin, I'm impressed by your skills."
" It's too spectacular. It's even better than those big hotels."
Of course, Zixin has hosted a state banquet before."
Chen Zixin glanced at the kitchen clock and said,"" Alright, hurry up and bring the dishes out for dinner. It's already 7:30. Hurry up."
Everyone hurriedly carried the dishes out and placed them on the long table in the pavilion.
The live broadcast room was filled with envy when they saw the table full of dishes.
" Is this poison? It's poison to Fatty."
This dish looks delicious."
" That's right. How can someone who has served a state banquet be bad?"
“…………”。
" These dishes are too fragrant. I can eat another bowl of rice," Peng Peng said with a smile.
Everyone laughed. He Jiong said,"No, we'll eat first. I'll take a photo first to make Nana and the others envious."
" Yes, yes, yes. I want to film too. I'll make Huang Bo and the others die of envy. This is a state banquet."
I'll take a photo too."
I want it too."
“………”。
The few of them quickly took a photo of the dishes and posted it on their WeChat Moments, attracting a wave of exclamations.
Not long after, everyone called via video call and asked," Who made this dish so beautifully? Teacher Huang's culinary skills have improved greatly."
He Jiong smiled and said," Friends, this wasn't made by Teacher Huang. It was made by our Mushroom Hut's most talented Little Brother Chen Zixin. You must be envious!"
"Who is Chen Zixin? Teacher He, let me take a look."
He Jiong pointed his phone at Chen Zixin. Chen Zixin smiled at some people in the video.
" How is it? That's not bad, right?"
" Wow, Little Brother is so handsome!"
Little brother is too handsome."
I really didn't expect you to know how to cook."
He's comparable to my King Yan."
Huang Lei smiled and said,"Hong Lei, you're really thick-skinned. Let me tell you, my son is new. He's skilled in both literature and martial arts. He's very talented. You can't compare to him."
Old Huang, this is the first time I've seen you praise someone like this. Is he that amazing?"
Huang Lei looked at Chen Zixin and whispered," Zixin, can you announce your identity as Young Master Wushuang?"
Chen Zixin smiled and said,"We'll find out sooner or later. Whatever. It doesn't matter."
Huang Lei was relieved when she heard this. She said to the video on her phone," Those people inside, listen up. My Zixin is amazing. I reckon that most of you are his fans. Zixin is Young Master Wushuang."
" What? Young Master Wushuang is him? This is too surreal."
No, I want his autograph."
I love writing books."
“…………”。
Chen Zixin smiled at everyone's expressions on the phone and quickly said to Huang Lei," Uncle, turn off your phone and eat quickly. I'm hungry."
After Huang Lei heard this, she ignored the people on the other end of the video call and turned off her phone to call everyone to eat.
" Come, come, let's eat first. After we eat, ask Zixin to perform for us."
" Yes, yes, yes. I'll let you listen to my brother's 'Smiling Proud in the Pugilistic World'," Peng Peng said happily.
" I want to hear it too. I want to know if I can play this song when I watch 'Smiling Proud in the Pugilistic World'," Reba said inexplicably.
Since Zixin is Young Master Wushuang, he can definitely play." Little Gu said.
" Brother Zixin, help me sign your name later," Zifeng said.
"Yes, yes, yes. I want an autograph too.
I want it too."
Chen Zixin waved his hand and said," Alright, I'll give you all the handwritten drafts of 'Smiling Proud in the World' later. I've written more than ten of them by hand. The others don't have any, so you have to keep it a secret."
"That's great, Zixin. We know," everyone said happily.
" Alright, let's eat," Huang Lei said.
Chen Zixin said seriously," Wait a minute. Uncle Huang, Auntie Sun, Brother, and Sister Jianing, come over. The director and cameraman are not allowed to come in either." As he spoke, he led Huang Lei and the others to the lobby on the first floor. Chen Zixin closed the door behind him, leaving the directors and the others outside baffled.
Chen Zixin took some incense from the cabinet, lit it, and distributed it to the few of them."Uncle Huang, Auntie Sun, you know my master too, so burn some incense to pay your respects to him. Brother and sister, although you haven't seen my master before, you're my brother and sister, so you should pay your respects to him too. Teacher He, you know Uncle Huang, so you're my elders. Reba, although we haven't known each other for long, I'll treat you as family, so I called you in before dinner to pay your respects to my master.
Huang Lei and the others nodded seriously. Huang Lei said seriously," Zixin, you did well. This means that you don't treat us as outsiders. We should pay our respects."
Sun Li also said,"Zixin, we should pay our respects. Kneel down and kowtow to your brother Zixin's master. If it wasn't for your brother Zixin's master, you wouldn't have lived until now."
" That's right. Kneel down and kowtow more. You've been weak and sickly since you were young. It's only because Master Zixin left you a prescription that allowed you to take medicinal baths every day that you recovered," Huang Lei said seriously.
When Duoduo heard this, he immediately knelt down. Chen Zixin saw everyone's expressions and walked forward. He led everyone to worship and inserted the incense into the incense burner." Alright, let's go out. Everyone can eat now." He opened the door and let everyone out.
When everyone arrived at the pavilion, Chen Zixin called out," Uncle Huang, Auntie Sun, you guys sit at the head of the table. Brother, Sister Jianing, and Teacher He, you guys sit with us. Us juniors can sit at the bottom.
" There's no need for that Zixin. Everyone can just sit anywhere," He Jiong said.
" Teacher He listens to Zixin. This kid has been like this since he was young. Don't think that I'm joking with Zixin, but this kid knows his priorities very well," Huang Lei said.
Yes, Teacher He. I often eat with Jianing and Zixin, but this kid is always seated at the bottom."
He Jiong nodded and sat down. Chen Zixin said to Peng Peng," Peng Peng, come here for a moment. Come with me to get the wine. I'll let you drink 20-year-old wine today."
Huang Lei said happily,"Peng Peng, hurry up. I can't wait."
Peng Peng hurriedly followed Chen Zixin to the door of a room. Chen Zixin said to Peng Peng,"" Peng Peng, wait outside. It's colder down there. You can't take it."
Peng Peng nodded. Chen Zixin quickly opened and closed the door. He took out four jars of wine from the wine cellar, two black jars and two pink jars. He opened the door and walked out. He quickly locked the door and handed Peng Peng two jars of wine before walking out.
Chen Zixin brought Peng Peng out. When Huang Lei and Brother Hu saw the wine jar, they immediately went up to it." Zixin, why did you take so long? We're getting anxious. Next time you bring wine, call us over."
Chen Zixin handed them a jar of wine helplessly. He then took another jar of wine from Peng Peng and handed it to the director. Director, everyone here is a guest. These two jars of wine are for you to drink. Your dishes are prepared in the kitchen. Move a table and clean up.
The director took the wine excitedly and called for the staff to prepare it.
" Zixin, this bottle is so pretty. Pink girl's heart. Do you have a girl's heart too?" Reba teased.
" The pink one is so pretty. Zixin, what wine is this?" Little Gu pointed at the bottle and asked curiously.
Chen Zixin smiled and said,"This is peach blossom wine. I made it. You girls can drink it."
" Zixin, you're amazing. You actually know how to brew wine." Reba said with a face full of admiration. Little Gu and Zifeng also had a face full of admiration.
He Jiong looked at the wine jar in Huang Lei's hand and said anxiously, Teacher Huang, hurry up and pour me some wine. I want to taste this 20-year-old wine."
" Alright, alright. Look at how anxious you are. What's the hurry? Come and pour some wine," Huang Lei said.
Peng Peng took the wine jar and handed it to Huang Lei, He Jiong, and Brother Hu. They each got a cup and were about to pour wine for Chen Zixin when Chen Zixin stopped him and said," Peng Peng, you don't have to pour me wine. I don't drink."
Peng Peng smiled and said,"Brother, have some. Everyone's happy today."
Huang Lei and the others also advised,"Zixin, come and have some wine. Uncle is happy today, so let's have a drink together."
Chen Zixin smiled and said," Uncle, thank you for your kindness. I really don't know how to drink. Master doesn't allow me to drink. He said it would affect my martial arts, so it's better for you guys to drink!" If there's nothing else, come down and drink."
Huang Lei and the others nodded and started drinking. Zi Feng looked at the fragrance of the peach blossom wine and asked, Brother Zixin, can I have some wine?"
Chen Zixin looked at Zifeng and said," Younger Sister, drink it if you want. The alcohol content is low, and there's Chinese medicine added to it. It's good for you women, but don't drink too much."
Zifeng nodded gratefully and said,"Sister Reba, I want one too. Give me a cup."
"Brother Zixin, I'm a girl too. Can I drink?"
When Huang Lei heard this, she said seriously,"What are you thinking about, Duoduo? You're not an adult yet. You're not allowed to drink."
Sun Li also said,"Duoduo, you're still young and can't drink. Come and eat more."
"Director, get us some drinks. Zixin and Duoduo don't drink."”
The director nodded and was about to go get it when Chen Zixin stopped him and said, Don't take the drinks. It's not healthy for children to drink drinks. Duoduo, I'll get you something else to drink."
Chen Zixin went to the kitchen, opened the fridge, and took out a bottle of hawthorn fruit tea. He went to the gazebo and handed it to Toto." Duoduo, this is hawthorn fruit tea. It's rich in vitamins. It's healthy and appetizing. Drink more."
Seeing Hawthorn Tea, Duoduo smiled sweetly at Chen Zixin." Thank you, Brother Zixin."
Duoduo took a sip and said,"Brother Zixin, this is delicious. I really like this taste. It's sour and sweet."
As long as you like it, come and eat. Don't just drink, eat more." As he spoke, he picked up a large piece of food and placed it in Toto's bowl." Come, try this. This is Brother's signature dish, Strange Taste Chicken Strips. Try it. There are seven flavors in total."
Toto took a sweet bite and happily said,""Mmm, it's so delicious. I can really taste seven flavors: sour, sweet, numb, spicy, fragrant, salty, and fresh.
Chen Zixin patted Duoduo's head and said,"" That's right, you're all right. You guys can try it too."
Everyone picked up their chopsticks and started eating. They praised," Mmm, this chicken is so tender. There are indeed seven flavors."
" Mmm, and the seven flavors don't clash at all. That's great."
" Zixin, you must teach this dish to Uncle. It's too delicious."
Zixin, your dishes are so good. I still want to eat them."
" Brother, your Strange Taste Chicken Strips are still as good as before."
Chen Zixin smiled and said," It's fine as long as everyone likes it. Reba and Xiaogu, do you like the dishes you ordered?"
Reba and Xiaogu nodded. Xiaogu took the tomato egg and tore off the seal on it, praising, Yes, it's like that. The egg is wrapped in the tomato."
When Huang Lei saw the dish, she asked,"Zixin, how do you make this dish? How do you wrap eggs with tomatoes?"
" Actually, you just need to make a hole at the top and clean the flesh inside. Then, you need to beat the egg and add some salt into the tomato. Then, you need to pour the tomato flesh in as well. Then, you need to cover the top of the tomato with the cut tomato and put it in the steamer to steam it. Don't add oil."
Huang Lei nodded and said,"Yeah, I learned another dish. I'll try it tomorrow."
Chen Zixin smiled at Little Gu and said,"Little Gu, try it. Is it to your liking?"
Zhao Xiaogu took a bite and was instantly shocked. Tears flowed down her face, and everyone was confused by her expression.
The live broadcast room saw Zhao Xiaogu crying and started commenting.
" What's going on? Is it not delicious?"
" How is that possible? How can a national banquet not taste good?"
It was still spicy."
I think there's a story."
“………”？
Chen Zixin knew this in his heart, but he asked in confusion,"" What's wrong, Little Gu? I didn't put chili in this dish, or do you not like it? If you don't like it, don't eat it. I'll take care of it."
Zhao Xiaogu wiped his tears and said,"It's not that it's not delicious. It's just too delicious. I'm touched."
Huang Lei and the others took a deep breath and said,"So that's how it is."
"Sister Xiaogu, why are you so touched by a dish? Do you have a story?" Peng Peng asked curiously.
Xiaogu took a deep breath and said,"This dish reminds me of someone. This person also made this dish for me."
" Sister Xiaogu, who is so powerful that you can't forget him?" his younger sister, Zifeng, asked curiously.
Little Gu looked at him and said,""When I was still an extra back then, it was late at night when I was filming. I returned to my rented apartment from a small road. Who knew that a few men were following me? I was so scared that I ran away. The few men behind me chased me and I was scared to death. At this moment, a man in a military uniform covered his face and took care of those people. Later, he sent me home, but who knew that the landlord would chase me out because my rent was due. He brought me to his house and made this dish for me. He said,"If you can't find a place, you can stay with me. I won't charge you rent. I thought that there wouldn't be any bad intentions." I'm a soldier, so I wouldn't joke around with my military uniform. That's why I ate my meal with peace of mind. After that, I lived there. He took care of me for a month, and I ate his food for a month. Then, one day, he mysteriously disappeared. I searched for him for a long time, but I couldn't find him. Later, the landlord told me that he was just carrying out a mission and that he had to return to the army after the mission was completed. The landlord even said that he paid a year's rent for me so that I didn't have to work for the house. Later on, I took on a few shows and became popular. I bought that house from the landlord as a memory, so when I ate this dish today, I missed that person.
So that's how it is. It seems like the soldiers you met aren't bad."
" This is how we soldiers are. We will always appear when we need it, hiding our achievements and fame."
" Right, Sister Little Gu, do you know his name? Hot asked curiously.
Zhao Xiaogu looked at Chen Zixin and said," His name is Chen Zixin."
When the live broadcast room heard this, it exploded.
" No way, it's actually Zixin."
It should be the same name. How can there be such a coincidence in the world?"
" What? Chen Zixin, are you kidding?" Reba said sourly.
Zixin, it can't be you, right?"
Chen Zixin smiled and said," How is that possible? Although I was a soldier before, I was only a cook. How could I possibly carry out missions? There are many people with the same name in the world."
No, Little Gu, have you seen him in person?"
" No," Little Gu replied in frustration." He had his face covered the whole time, so I didn't see him at all. When I heard Zixin's name, I was shocked. I really wanted to meet him, so I ordered this dish to savor it. Zixin, thank you for letting me eat this dish."
Chen Zixin smiled and said," As long as you like it. Come, come, everyone, help yourselves. The dishes are getting cold. Try your dish while it's hot."
Everyone began to eat. Brother Hu took a deep look at Chen Zixin.
Reba took a bite of the chicken wing and started eating. Tears kept flowing down her face. Everyone saw her expression and asked," What's wrong, Reba? Could it be that Zixin's cooking reminds you of someone like Little Gu?"
Reba nodded and said,"Yes, that's right. It's this smell that reminds me of him. He saved my life several times. There was an earthquake in my hometown, and he risked his life to save me and sent me to the hospital. At that time, my parents were not at home, so he took on the responsibility of taking care of me. Every time he came, he would cook delicious food, especially the cola chicken wings he made. I was soon discharged from the hospital under his care. I originally wanted to find him to thank him, but he had already returned to the army. I've never forgotten him."
" Then what's this person's name?" He Jiong asked curiously.
Teacher He, I only know his code name, not his name. Besides, he's wearing a mask."
" What code name?"
Reba shook his head and said,"Sorry, I can't say. Zixin already warned me this morning. I don't want him to be punished."
" Oh, it's him. Director, delete the part about Xiao Gu and Reba later. We can't leak military secrets," Huang Lei said to the director seriously. The director nodded.
Chen Zixin said," Let's eat. It was a good meal, but you two turned it into a reminiscence. Hurry up and eat."
Reba and Xiaogu said apologetically,"I'm sorry, we were just expressing our feelings."
Huang Lei and the others smiled." It's okay. Just treat it as a pre-meal story. Hurry up and eat. After eating, I'll ask Zixin to perform his talent. I can't wait." As she spoke, she drank and ate.
" This wine isn't bad. What's Zixin's name?" He Jiong asked after taking a sip of wine.
" Zhuyeqing, this is a 20-year-old wine. It's not available in the market," Chen Zixin said as he ate a mouthful of food.
" Mr. He, you've benefited from me today. Let me tell you, if it weren't for me, you wouldn't have been able to drink this wine at all. I've been eyeing this wine for many years," Huang Lei said proudly.
He Jiong ridiculed," Come on, you're just an uncle. Without this identity, you wouldn't be able to drink it. Have you forgotten how you tricked Zixin into helping you steal the wine?"
" Tsk, what do you know? I was just testing Zixin to see how his kung fu is doing. I wanted to see if he could take out the wine without anyone noticing. He should be thanking me," Huang Lei retorted.
" No, you guys keep saying that Zixin's martial arts are amazing. Just how amazing is Zixin's martial arts?" Reba pouted.
" Reba, let me tell you how powerful Zixin's kung fu is. He can break a five-centimeter-thick wooden plank with one punch. Don't you think he's powerful?" Huang Lei said proudly.
Reba said in surprise,"Five centimeters is quite thick. Can Zixin show it to us after dinner?"
Chen Zixin smiled and said," Don't listen to my uncle's nonsense. I'm not that powerful. I'm just stronger than ordinary people."
Reba pouted and said,"I don't believe you. Just show me!"
"Zixin, just show me," Little Gu said coquettishly.
Zifeng hugged Chen Zixin's arm and said," Brother Zixin, can you show me? I want to see it too."
"Brother Zixin, I want to see it too," said Toto Cutie.
Brother, your Ning and I want to see it too. Just show us."
He Jiong smiled and said,"Zixin, it's hard to refuse such a generous offer. Just show me a little."
" Well, brother, just show me, I want to see it too," Peng Peng said happily.
Chen Zixin glanced at Huang Lei and said, Uncle Huang, this is all your fault. What do you think we should do?"
Huang Lei drank her wine and said,"What do you mean what to do? You've already said it. Just show me."
" Why didn't you show me?" Chen Zixin looked at Huang Lei with resentment.
" Kid, tell me what the condition is. It can't be too exaggerated," Huang Lei said with a clear expression.
Alright, you said it yourself. I won't go back on my word."
" If you don't go back on your word, whoever goes back on their word is a puppy."
" Alright then. Just play a few rounds of Go with me tomorrow," Chen Zixin said smugly.
" What? No? I won't do it even if I'm beaten to death. This condition won't do. Change it to another one," Huang Lei shook her head and said.
" You said you couldn't go back on your word. Why did you go back on your word?" Chen Zixin said with a smile.
Sun Li burst out laughing when she saw the two of them. He Ji and the others asked with a puzzled look, Sister Li, why did Zixin ask Teacher Huang to play Go with him? Teacher Huang rejected him so badly. I remember Teacher Huang is pretty good at Go.
Sun Li smiled and said," You guys don't know how powerful Zixin is. Zixin's Go skills were already on full display when he was eight years old. There were quite a few Go teachers who weren't his match. In the beginning, Huang Lei was still able to play against Zixin for a while, but later on, she couldn't. Later on, when he played against Zixin, he had to let Zixin give way, but who knew that he wouldn't be Zixin's match. Later on, when Zixin came to play with him, he hid far away and refused to do anything."
Reba asked curiously,"Teacher Sun, how good is Zixin's Go skill? Even Teacher Huang is afraid of him."
Sun Li pondered for a moment and said," There was once a Go certification exam. Huang Lei and I brought him to the exam, but this child fell asleep the moment he arrived at the exam venue, so he didn't pass the exam. However, the teacher specially played a game of Go with him and only said one sentence: "This kid is a genius in Go. He's at least a 7th dan or 8th dan. At that time, Huang Lei and I were shocked. He's already a 7th dan or 8th dan at the age of eight. How could he be so good in the future?
Reba looked at Chen Zixin, who was bargaining with Huang Lei, in shock and said in admiration,"Amazing, Zixin is a genius.
" Zixin, you're amazing. I remember that the highest level of Go is 9-dan," Little Gu said admiringly.
" I didn't expect Zixin to be so capable. He's so young, but he's already at such a high rank," He Jiong said in admiration.
" Mr. He, there's something you don't know. Not only is this kid good at Go, but he's also good at calligraphy and guzheng. He's a genius. Let me tell you guys, Reba, Little Guzifeng, Pengpeng, Duoduo. If you can learn a skill from Zixin, it'll be enough for you to use it for the rest of your lives," Brother Hu praised Chen Zixin.
" Brother Hu, you're right. If you learn something from Zixin, you'll get a lot," Huang Lei said.
" Eh, Teacher Huang and Zixin's bargaining succeeded. What conditions did they reach?" He Jiong teased.
" The condition is to buy him five catties of oranges," Huang Lei said proudly.
" With these conditions, I still thought you were playing Go with him? He Jiong complained.
I'm going crazy playing Go with him. I'd rather not drink for a day."
" No way. Teacher Huang, are you that scared? You're so scared of playing Go that you don't drink for an entire day?"
Playing Go with him is a double blow. I won't do it mentally and spiritually."
Chen Zixin smiled and said,"Alright, Uncle Huang. If you don't have five catties of oranges by tomorrow, I won't do it. Otherwise, I'll cut off your alcohol."
" Alright, don't worry. That wife will leave me some pocket money tomorrow. I'll buy five catties of oranges for this kid," Huang Lei said to Sun Li.
Sun Li smiled and said,"Got it. Hurry up and eat. I still want to watch Zixin perform later."
Everyone quickly ate. Soon, Huang Lei and the others sat on the chairs with satisfied expressions.
" The wine and the dishes today are amazing. I'm so satisfied," He Jiong said, still wanting more.
" That's right. This wine is aged for 20 years, and this dish is the standard of a national banquet. How can it be bad?" Huang Lei hummed a tune and said.
" Yeah, I ate all the dishes today. There's nothing left, especially the Mapo Tofu. It's different from what I usually eat," Little Gu asked curiously.
Reba, do you know?"
Sister Xiaogu, I didn't eat that dish, so I'm not sure."
Chen Zixin looked at Reba and asked," Reba, why haven't you eaten? Don't you like it?"
It's not that I don't like it, but there's pork in the Mapo Tofu. I'm Uighur, so I don't eat pork."
" Yes, yes, yes. Reba is a Uighur. He doesn't eat pork," He Ji explained.
" Who told you there was pork inside? I know you don't eat pork, so I modified the Mapo Tofu and used beef. Why didn't you ask me?" Chen Zixin said speechlessly.
" Eh? Brother, how did you know that Reba doesn't eat pork? You're so concerned about her. I used to use pork to stir-fry, but why did you change it to beef this time? You even specially modified it. Tell me, how did you know?"
" Zixin, did you know Reba before? Otherwise, how did you know that she doesn't eat pork? I remember that I didn't introduce her family when I introduced her, so how did you know?" He Jiong asked with a smile.
Huang Lei smiled meaningfully and said," Zixin, are you interested in Reba? Otherwise, how would you know him so well? Let me tell you, Reba, Zixin isn't bad. He's skilled in the four arts. He's worth your time."
Reba lowered his head shyly after hearing their words. Xiao Gu and Zifeng felt sour in their hearts. They had never been cared for so much before.
Chen Zixin looked at Reba and said shyly," Actually, it's nothing much. I just guessed it based on her name. Think about it, her name has a total of nine words. Only the Uighurs in the Western Border have such a name. I know that the Uighurs don't eat pork, so I'm going to modify the Mapo Tofu today. You guys really have wild thoughts."
" Oh, so that's how it is. I didn't know Zixin was so capable."
" Zixin, I didn't know that you improved the dishes, but I still have to thank you. It's a pity that I didn't get to eat it," Reba said with a pout.
Chen Zixin smiled and said gently," If you want to eat, I'll make it for you tomorrow. Be good and don't be angry. You won't be pretty if you're angry." As he spoke, he stroked Reba's head.
Reba lowered his head shyly and said,"It's settled then."
Huang Lei and the others looked at Chen Zixin's actions and smiled with relief. Zhao Xiaogu and Zifeng felt sour in their hearts. Why wasn't it me?
Chen Zixin looked at Reba with a doting expression. This girl still loved to eat, just like when she accompanied me to the mountains to pick herbs when I was young.
" Cough, cough, cough. Zixin, is that enough? How long do you want to watch the show? I'm still waiting for you to perform." Huang Lei teased.
When Chen Zixin heard Huang Lei's words, his face quickly turned red, and Reba's expression was even more bashful.
Chen Zixin smiled awkwardly and said," I forgot about that. How about this? Everyone, clear the bowls and chopsticks first. I'll go to the mushroom house to perform. What time is it now? If there's a call, we won't be able to hear it from here. What do you think?"
Huang Lei said,"Alright, alright. Come and pack up."
"Come, Peng Peng, go wash the dishes. Reba, Xiaogu, you guys clean up the table. Brother Hu and Jianing, sweep the floor. Teacher He, help Peng Peng wash the dishes. Teacher Sun, take Duoduo to take a shower first. Zixin and I will have some tea and rest.
" Ms. Huang, how can you be like this? It's fine if Ms. Sun and Duoduo take them to bathe, but why should you and Zixin drink tea and rest while I work?" He Jiong said angrily.
"Yeah!"
" What's right? I don't know how tiring it is for Uncle Huang and I to cook. We don't know the rules of a chef. We only cook and eat. We're not responsible for washing the dishes," Chen Zixin retorted.
" Zixin, you're right. This is the rule of our chefs." As they spoke, the two of them looked at each other and smiled.
" You two, that's enough. Since that's the case," He Ji said proudly with his hands on his hips.
" Come, come, come. Uncle Huang, ignore Teacher He. Drink some tea and let Teacher He dance alone."
" That's right. Come and have some tea. You're already so old, yet you're still so arrogant. You're really drunk," Huang Lei complained as she drank her tea.
"Uncle Huang, you can't say that about Teacher He. After all, Teacher He hosted the Big Windmill show back then. It's okay for him to be a little tsundere.
He Jiong looked at Chen Zixin in surprise and said," Zixin, you've actually seen a windmill? I didn't think of that."
" Mr. He, I've seen the big windmill show too," Little Gu said in surprise.
" I haven't seen it," Reba said.
"Me too,"
"Me too."
" It's normal that you guys haven't watched it. After all, that show has been around for many years. Zixin, I really didn't expect you to have watched it before." He Ji said in surprise.
Teacher He, can I tell you that I grew up watching your show?" Chen Zixin teased.
When Huang Lei and the others heard this, they burst out laughing and said," Zixin, I'm really drunk. How could I say that?"
" Teacher He, I grew up watching your show," Huang Lei said with a smirk.
" Mr. He, I've never seen a windmill before. I've only seen your base camp where you grew up," Brother Hu said with a smirk.
Everyone burst into laughter again. He Jiong smiled and said, What does this mean? It means that my program is very popular and has accompanied a generation of youth. Do you understand?
" I understand. After all, Mr. He claims to be forever 18 years old," Huang Lei said while holding back her laughter.
" What eighteen? I'll always be He Sansui," He Jiong said coquettishly.
" Teacher He, stop showing off your coquettish charm. Hurry up and get to work!" Chen Zixin said with a smile.
" Hmph, you're annoying. You don't know how to appreciate it," He Jiong said coquettishly as he stomped his feet.
" Teacher He, don't act coquettishly. Don't you know that it hurts my eyes? I'd rather watch you act coquettishly ten times than see you act coquettishly."
" Oh, Zixin, I didn't expect you to like to watch hot babes act coquettishly. Come hot babes and act coquettishly to my brother. I'll ask him to cook for you tomorrow," Brother Hu said with a smirk.
" Zixin, you said that you're not interested in Reba. Otherwise, why would you like to see her act coquettishly?" Huang Lei said with an elder's smile.
Come, Reba, since Zixin doesn't like to see me act coquettishly, you can act coquettishly for him. Let's see how happy he'll be." He Jiong said with a smile.
Reba looked at Chen Zixin shyly. He saw Chen Zixin drinking tea mouthful by mouthful. He walked in front of Chen Zixin and said, Zixin, since you like to see me act coquettishly, I'll do it for you."
Zhao Xiaogu and Zifeng looked at their expressions and felt sour in their hearts.
Chen Zixin said calmly," I was just joking about that hot bar. Don't take it seriously. I drank too much water. I'm going to the bathroom." As he spoke, he ran into the bathroom with the help of his urine.
Reba saw Chen Zixin run away and felt a sense of loss and grievance. Am I not beautiful? Am I not worth acting cute for you?
Huang Lei said resentfully, This child, I'm really impressed. I didn't expect him to be so straightforward."
Brother Hu walked over and sighed." Teacher Huang, forget it. It's not like you don't know this kid. He's been like this since he was young. He's never interacted with girls. Let it go."
" How can I let it go? How old is this kid? If he continues to be like this, what will happen in the future?" Huang Lei said angrily.
"Alright, Teacher Huang, don't be angry. Zixin has always had a knot in his heart. If he doesn't get rid of it, he won't open his heart. Reba, don't be too disappointed. Zixin doesn't look like he's fine usually. He's very lonely and never shows off in front of us."
Teacher He also advised," Alright, Teacher Huang, don't be angry anymore. The new ones will be out soon. That Reba Little Bone, you guys should be done with your work. If you're done, go back to the mushroom house first. The few of us will wait for the new ones and go over in a while."
Reba and the others nodded and walked towards the mushroom house.
Chen Zixin stood in the bathroom and whispered to himself in the mirror,"" Chen Zixin, you can't be like this. You can't give her the happiness she wants. Your hands are stained with blood. You're someone who can sacrifice yourself anytime and anywhere. You can't be like this. You can't make Reba sad."
As she spoke, she turned on the tap and washed her face a few times. Then, she turned off the tap and opened the door to walk out.
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