Rebirth in the XNUMXs: The Hot Mom is in Charge

Jiang Mingyuan's eyes were tender, he paused, and then spoke again.

"I know you have to walk a long way to work in the store every day. When I passed by the supply and marketing cooperative today, I saw this bicycle and wanted to buy it. I hope it will make your daily travel more convenient."

When Shen Qingyue listened to Jiang Mingyuan's words, she couldn't help but feel a little touched in her heart.

Her voice was calm but decisive: "Mingyuan, I'm grateful for your kindness, but I can't accept this. I don't need this kind of thing."

An imperceptible stiffness appeared on Jiang Mingyuan's face, and his voice was slightly cold.

"I've already bought this bike and I can't return it."

Shen Qingyue felt the displeasure in Jiang Mingyuan's words, and her heart sank slightly.

Her character doesn't like unnecessary disputes, but at the same time she also sticks to her own principles.

"Mingyuan, I understand your good intentions, but I really don't need it."

Shen Qingyue's voice was still calm, but the firmness in it was unquestionable.

Jiang Mingyuan frowned slightly, and there was a hint of disappointment under his calm surface.

He is not a person who expresses emotions easily, and the current impasse makes him feel a little at a loss.

"I just want to do something for you." Jiang Mingyuan's voice was low, with a hint of imperceptible emotional fluctuations.

The two people's eyes met in the dim light and shadow, and for a moment, the atmosphere seemed a little solemn.

In this heavy atmosphere, Dongdong's voice suddenly sounded, breaking the deadlock as gently as a spring breeze.

His eyes shone with the bright light unique to children, and he pulled Shen Qingyue's clothes with a hint of innocent sincerity in his tone.

"Mom, this bike is really nice, and dad bought it for your benefit. Let's just keep it, maybe you will need it one day."

Shen Qingyue's eyes turned to Dongdong, and a smile appeared on her face unconsciously.

Her mood slowly relaxed, and the determination in her eyes began to fade.

Jiang Mingyuan was also moved by Dongdong's words. His eyes relaxed slightly and a smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

"Okay, Dongdong, since you said so, I will accept it."

There was a hint of gentleness in Shen Qingyue's voice, and her eyes gradually softened.

When Dongdong heard this, a happy smile appeared on his face. He jumped happily, obviously feeling that his efforts had been rewarded.

Shen Qingyue gently stroked Dongdong's hair, with a mother's unique gentle smile on her face.

Her voice was gentle: "Dongdong, what do you want to eat tonight? Mom will make it for you."

Dongdong shook his head, with a mischievous smile on his lips: "Mom, I like to eat everything, and everything you cook is delicious."

Shen Qingyue smiled slightly and was about to turn around and go to the kitchen when Dongdong whispered in her ear.

"Mom, Dad really likes the braised pork ribs you made."

Shen Qingyue's movements paused slightly, and she turned to look at Jiang Mingyuan. The latter's eyes were a little evasive, as if he was a little embarrassed.

"Then let's make braised pork ribs tonight."

There was a hint of smile in Shen Qingyue's voice, and she turned towards the kitchen and started preparing dinner.

Shen Qingyue walked into the kitchen and took out the ribs she bought in the morning.

Under the dim light, she began the cooking preparations.

First, she blanchs the ribs in cold water to remove blood and impurities, making the meat more delicious.

After the water boils, Shen Qingyue uses a slotted spoon to gently remove the ribs, cleans them, and then puts them into a clean bowl.Then, she started to prepare the braised sauce. First, she added an appropriate amount of light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cooking wine and a spoonful of sugar into a small bowl, and stirred evenly to make the taste more mellow.

The atmosphere in the kitchen becomes cozy.

Shen Qingyue then put an appropriate amount of scallions, ginger slices and a little star anise into the hot oil pan and stir-fried until fragrant.

Then, she poured the ribs into the pot and stir-fried until the surface was slightly golden, then added the previously prepared braised sauce and stir-fried evenly so that the ribs could fully absorb the flavor of the sauce.

After the ribs were colored, Shen Qingyue added enough hot water to just cover the ribs.

She lowered the heat to a simmer, covered the pot, and let the ribs simmer.

Simmer in this way for about four to 10 minutes to make the ribs softer and more flavorful.

During the cooking process, Shen Qingyue looked focused, as if all her worries and uneasiness were dissipated with the light and aroma of the cooking fire.The enticing aroma of braised pork ribs gradually filled the kitchen, making you mouth-watering.

Finally, Shen Qingyue opened the lid of the pot and reduced the sauce until thick, coating the surface of the pork ribs with a bright braised color.

She gently shook the pot to roll the ribs in the pot, so that each piece of ribs was evenly coated in the shiny soup.

After the cooking was completed, Shen Qingyue took out the braised pork ribs and placed them on a white porcelain plate. The color was bright red and the aroma was fragrant.

The aroma of braised pork ribs floated in the night wind, and the entire family courtyard seemed to be enveloped by this rich aroma.

Neighbors poked their heads out one after another, curiously looking for the source of the scent.

Aunt Li lived opposite Shen Qingyue's house and couldn't help but come over.

Her face was full of surprise: "Qingyue, what good food did your family cook tonight? The smell is so tempting!"

Shen Qingyue opened the door with a smile and welcomed Aunt Li's arrival.Her voice was gentle: "It's braised pork ribs. Aunt Li, would you like to come in and have a taste?"

Aunt Li did not hesitate, her eyes sparkled with excitement.

"That's great. I know you're good at your craftsmanship, so I'll be very happy now."

Amid Aunt Li's praise, Shen Qingyue served a plate full of braised pork ribs.

The pork ribs are bright red in color and shiny with oil. Each piece is covered in thick braised sauce, exuding a mouth-watering aroma.

Shen Qingyue spread out half a bowl of braised pork ribs from the plate and ordered Dongdong softly.

"Dongdong, help deliver these ribs to Aunt Li."

Dongdong nodded, carefully holding the bowl of braised pork ribs and walked towards Aunt Li.

"Aunt Li, these are the ribs my mother asked me to give you."

Dongdong's voice was clear and her eyes were shining with expectation.

Aunt Li looked at the ribs in Dongdong's hand, and her face showed sincere gratitude: "Oh, thank you so much Qingyue, this child is really sensible."

Shen Qingyue returned to the kitchen with a smile and took out some chaos she had packed earlier from the refrigerator.

The chaos is neatly and beautifully wrapped, with rich fillings and a soft outer skin.

She put Chaos into a clean container, walked to the door again, and handed it to Aunt Li.

Shen Qingyue's voice was sincere: "Aunt Li, these are the Chaos I made, and I will bring some back for you to try."

Aunt Li looked at these exquisite chaos, her eyes shone with joy, and she thanked her repeatedly.

"Oh, Qingyue, you are so attentive. I am so lucky to have such a good neighbor."

(End of this chapter)