Siheyuan: Lao Liu appears, everyone is confused

Carrying a plate of fried sausages with mountain mushrooms, Lou Xiao'e smelled an alluring aroma before she even came to the front yard.

Without even asking, Lou Xiaoe knew that the fragrance came from Wang Hao's home.

In the entire courtyard, Wang Hao is the only one who has this skill.

If it were before, it could only be Sha Zhu, a professional former steel rolling mill chef, but now Wang Hao is recognized as the person with the best cooking skills in the courtyard.

no way.

Every time Wang Hao cooks, the aroma that comes from home is so enticing.

But it's a pity.

In the whole yard, there are only a few people who can eat the food cooked by Wang Hao.

Xu Damao and Lou Xiao'e counted as two, and Yan Jiefang and Liu Guangtian, who had been shamelessly drinking before, happened to taste it, and the rest were gone.

Even Lou Xiaoe has never tasted it a few times.

When Xu Damao came to drink, Wang Hao would sometimes prepare a special portion for her and ask Xu Damao to take it back.

Although she is greedy for the food cooked by Wang Hao, Lou Xiao'e would not come to the door shamelessly in normal times.

When Xu Damao was here, they basically ate at home. When Xu Damao went to the countryside to watch movies, she went back to her parents' house, not even in the courtyard.

Even though Wang Hao is regarded as a younger brother, he is not a biological sibling after all, so Lou Xiao'e still knows how to avoid suspicion.

After all, Wang Hao is a young man who has not yet married anyone. Lou Xiao'e is not unaware of the things that these people in the courtyard like to gossip about.

Wang Hao and his partner Zhu Yingxue were both at home now, so even if Xu Damao accompanied her and she came over alone, no one would say anything.

Smelling the fragrance coming from Wang Hao's house, Lou Xiao'e couldn't help but quicken her pace.

soon.

When Lou Xiao'e came to the door of the east wing of the front yard, she found that Zhu Yingxue was "stealing" inside. Seeing that before the pot was out of the pot, Wang Hao gave Zhu Yingxue a small bowl of something he didn't know, but it felt delicious. Lou Xiao'e was a little envious and greedy for the food.

After retracting her "peeping" eyes, Lou Xiao'e stood up straight at the door, holding the plate with one hand and knocking lightly on the door with the other hand.

Zhu Yingxue, who was helping Wang Hao's dishes "taste", subconsciously turned around after hearing the sound, and happened to see Lou Xiao'e appearing at the door, and said quickly: "Sister Xiao'e, are you here? Come in quickly!"

She didn't do it deliberately, but she already looked like a hostess.

Although she had not received the certificate and had not completed the engagement as agreed by the two, after receiving the heirloom bracelet from the Wang family at noon, Zhu Yingxue had already subconsciously assumed the identity of the Wang family's daughter-in-law.

Facing Zhu Yingxue's natural move, Lou Xiao'e, who was obviously aware of this, secretly laughed, but did not reveal it.

"Da Mao has prepared a dish, I will bring it over first."

Lou Xiao'e said as she walked in with the dish. When she put the Panshan Mushroom Stir-fried Sausage on the table, she found that Wang Hao had also prepared a dish, but it was covered with a plate and what was inside could not be seen for the time being.

"Sister Xiao'e, this is my new boiled pork slices, please try it."

Seeing Lou Xiao'e come in, Wang Hao took a new pair of bowls and chopsticks, filled some boiled pork slices that were about to come out of the pot, brought them over, and couldn't help but remind him: "It's a bit spicy, I don't know if you can adapt to it. .”

"Boiled pork slices?"

Lou Xiao'e not only knows this dish, but has also tasted it.

Speaking of which, this dish is a type of Sichuan cuisine, but it has a short history.

Compared with those classic famous dishes, the history of this boiled pork slices is only about 30 years ago. It is a local innovative dish invented by Fan Ji'an, a famous chef in Zigong, Sichuan Province.

There used to be a chef in Emei Restaurant who was his apprentice. Before marrying Xu Damao, she and her parents went there to taste it.

It sounds a bit nostalgic.

"I didn't expect you to know how to cook this dish."

Looking at Wang Hao in surprise, Lou Xiao'e smiled and said, looking at the familiar Sichuan dish in front of her, "I have to try this."

Seeing Lou Xiao'e take it and taste it, Zhu Yingxue, who was so spicy that she stuck out her tongue while eating, asked with some anticipation: "Sister Xiao'e, how are you?"

"Tender, numb, spicy, fresh, fragrant..."

Lou Xiao'e put the boiled meat slices into her mouth, savored it carefully, and slowly said these words.

Seeing Lou Xiao'e reveal the essence of the boiled pork slices as soon as she opened her mouth, Wang Hao couldn't help but give a thumbs up.

This Lou Xiao'e is indeed from the Lou family, and she is really good at eating.

It seems that Lou's mother has some connection with Tan's cuisine from Shazhuhui.

Zhu Yingxue's family conditions are not bad, and she knows a little about food, but compared to Lou Xiao'e, a young lady who has been accustomed to eating all kinds of delicacies since she was a child, she is not so particular.

The main goal is to make a good living.

of course.

With Wang Hao's cooking skills, he will definitely not treat her badly in the future.

"Actually, I didn't sum up these. I had eaten this dish at Emei Restaurant before, and my dad even had a few chats with the chef who made it, so I know a little bit about it."

Seeing Wang Hao give a thumbs up, Lou Xiao'e explained a little embarrassedly, and then praised her from the bottom of her heart: "Haozi, the boiled pork slices you made are no worse than what I had before, and they are even better. You This craftsmanship is amazing.”

Lou Xiao'e said, also giving a thumbs up.

"Sister Xiao'e, please stop praising him. If you praise him any more, his tail will almost reach the sky."

Seeing Wang Hao's proud look, Zhu Yingxue rolled her eyes and couldn't help but complain.

It is an indisputable fact that Wang Hao is good at cooking, but just now Zhu Yingxue praised Wang Hao for a few words, and Wang Hao acted like the best in the world, which made her feel both funny and a little speechless.

The more she gets to know him, the more she understands how "bad" Wang Hao is.

If she had known that Wang Hao was like this from the beginning, she would definitely not have been "fooled" and agreed to be his partner.

It's a pity that she is completely trapped now and can't get out.

Listening to Zhu Yingxue's seemingly complaining, but actually coquettish words, Lou Xiao'e snickered secretly and silently ate the boiled pork slices in the bowl without saying anything.

During this time, Lou Xiao'e discovered that Wang Hao was much better than she had known before, and she was still thinking about what kind of girl could be worthy of him. It wasn't until she saw Zhu Yingxue this afternoon that she finally knew.

Although they only knew each other for an afternoon in total, after the previous in-depth chat, Lou Xiaoe felt as if she had known Zhu Yingxue for a long time.

Besides Wang Jing, she found another person with whom she could share the same thoughts.

No matter what she talked about, Zhu Yingxue could always pick up the topic. Even if it was an unfamiliar field, she would listen quietly and give some opinions that she recognized.

The key point is that Zhu Yingxue has read most of the many books she has read recently. Even those who have not read the content can still give an overview and chat a few words.

Although he knew that his cooking skills were good, Wang Hao was still very happy when the boiled pork slices he made were recognized by Zhu Yingxue and Lou Xiao'e.

After taking the boiled pork slices out of the pot, Wang Hao went on to make his third and fourth dishes.

At this time the rice is already simmered.

In order to give Zhu Yingxue a show, Wang Hao decided to use two stoves at the same time to fry the third and fourth dishes together.

The two dishes are stir-fried seasonal vegetables and shredded sweet potatoes.

As a girl, it is definitely difficult to refuse sweet food, let alone in this era of scarcity, so in addition to stir-fried seasonal vegetables that take into account nutritional balance, Wang Hao also specially prepared shredded sweet potatoes.

however.

Zhu Yingxue, who saw Wang Hao's thoughts, admired it and snickered secretly.

However, when the stir-fried vegetables and shredded sweet potatoes were ready to be served, Zhu Yingxue, who was invited to "taste" them again, just ate without saying a word. Of course she had eaten the shredded sweet potato dish before, and she liked it very much.

Unfortunately, no one in her family knew how to cook this dish. She even tried it herself, but not only failed, she almost made a mess.

Occasionally, when she has the opportunity to go out to eat out, she will specially order this dish.

It's a pity that the ones made outside are not as delicious as those made by Wang Hao.

She even tasted the taste of her childhood.

At this time, Xu Damao also came over with the second dish he had just prepared.

Stir-fried bacon with cabbage.

This is naturally possible.

After all, no matter how you say it, it is still a meat dish.

Without any preparation in advance, this was the best he could do.

"Brother Damao, why did you bring wine?"

Seeing the bottle of wine in Xu Damao's hand, Wang Hao couldn't help but ask.

When he was at Xu Damao's house just now, Wang Hao had already said clearly that he would send Zhu Yingxue home tonight, so he didn't plan to drink.

Xu Damao knew what Wang Hao meant and immediately explained: "Brother, I am happy to know that you will not drink tonight. I can't help but want to drink two glasses. I brought this wine for myself."

"Row!"

Wang Hao nodded.

He doesn't drink, but Xu Damao wants to drink two drinks, so he can't refuse, as long as the guests are happy.

In fact, speaking of it, there was no distinction between host and guest this time. Although we ate at his house, Xu Damao also prepared two dishes, so they were both hosts.

Looking at the four dishes he had prepared and what Xu Damao had brought over, it was obvious that there was still one soup missing. Wang Hao said, "Then I will simply make some egg drop soup and the meal will be ready right away."

"Not in a hurry!"

Putting down the wine, Xu Damao said with a smile.

It doesn't take long to make egg drop soup. Once the water boils, it's almost done.

soon.

Egg drop soup was served on the table, the four of them sat around, and dinner began.

Originally, he wanted to say a few words, but when he saw that his silly wife started eating with chopsticks at Wang Hao's greeting, Xu Damao had no choice but to give up this plan, silently opened the wine and poured himself a glass.

But soon.

Xu Damao discovered a very embarrassing situation.

The two dishes I brought over were almost untouched, and they all went towards the four dishes cooked by Wang Hao. Even the simple egg drop soup was enjoyed by everyone.

Out of etiquette, Zhu Yingxue tasted the two dishes she cooked, but her daughter-in-law, Lou Xiao'e, refused to give them any face and didn't even bother to move her chopsticks.

After tasting Wang Hao's cooking, Xu Damao suddenly remembered Wang Hao's cooking skills and wanted to slap himself.

Knowing clearly that Wang Hao's skills are there, ten of them combined can't compare to one Wang Hao, so why should he go to such trouble and ask for trouble?

Slap on the face!

Fortunately, it was not the first day that Xu Damao knew that his cooking skills were not as good as those of Wang Hao. He had long accepted the result and had no objections.

After taking two sips of wine, Xu Damao put this little depression behind him.

After having enough wine and food, the four of us felt comfortable.

Even the two women, Zhu Yingxue and Lou Xiao'e, completely ignored their image and couldn't eat enough.

Not to mention the four dishes, even the egg drop soup was completely consumed.

no way!
Wang Hao performed at his best during dinner today just to let her feel his "excellence".

They were so full that they didn't move away and chatted casually to let their stomachs digest it first.

After a while, when Wang Hao started to clear away the dishes on the table, Zhu Yingxue got up and helped clear them together.

"Look, Haozi has found a good partner!"

Looking at Zhu Yingxue who was helping Wang Hao take the dishes to the kitchen area, Xu Damao took another sip of wine and said to Lou Xiao'e intentionally or unintentionally: "I'm so virtuous even if I haven't been to the family before."

"Yingxue is outstanding!"

As if she didn't hear the meaning of Xu Damao's words, Lou Xiao'e followed up with a compliment and said secretly: "But Haozi is not bad at all. Look at the dishes they cook, there is no delicious food left."

As Lou Xiaoe finished speaking, Xu Damao looked at the two remaining plates on the table that had not been taken away. The dishes he cooked on them had not been touched much, and he suddenly felt embarrassed.

Obvious.

Lou Xiao'e was not only implying that the food he cooked was not as delicious as Wang Hao, but also that Wang Hao was better than him.

It was obviously in response to what he just meant.

Xu Damao has a lot of Huahua intestines, so naturally he can quickly understand the meaning of Lou Xiao'e's words, and he immediately became depressed.

But what Lou Xiaoe said makes sense.

I feel that Lou Xiao'e is not as virtuous as Zhu Yingxue, isn't he not as good as Wang Hao?
Everyone has their own way of living, and there is no need to compare yourself with others.

The main thing is not to compare yourself with people like Wang Hao, otherwise you will be asking for trouble.

Even Xu Damao had to admit that no matter what aspect, he was indeed no match for Wang Hao.

Because Xu Damao and Lou Xiao'e were still there, Wang Hao and Zhu Yingxue just put the used dishes and chopsticks in the sink and came back soon.

Wang Hao and Zhu Yingxue, who were going back and forth, didn't know that in this short period of time, Xu Damao and Lou Xiao'e had already completed a confrontation and quickly reached a consensus.

"Haozi, do you have any secrets to cooking? Why are you so good at cooking all of a sudden?"

As Wang Hao came back, Xu Damao suddenly asked for advice, making Lou Xiao'e couldn't help but take another look at him.

When Wang Hao heard this, he was stunned, and then explained: "Maybe it's talent! My sister's cooking is delicious. I've seen it for a long time before, but now that I cook more often, I may slowly realize it. ”

There was no way he could say it was a reward from the system lottery.

Faced with this answer given by Wang Hao, Xu Damao was helpless.

It seems that Wang Hao only started cooking after Wang Jing got married. It only took a year at most. It can only be explained by talent.

Especially when I think about the last time I explained to Wang Hao the use and maintenance of film projection equipment in the small warehouse of the Publicity Department, Wang Hao only took less than half a day to fully master it.

He was stunned at the time.

Now when it comes to cooking skills, it seems to make sense.

Even a little more accepting.

It's just that this "blow" to Xu Damao was even greater.

Compared with anyone else, he is still aware of it... (End of chapter)