Chronicle of Farming in Muxianfu

Chapter 195
After the spring equinox and the autumn equinox, Mu Ai really changed into the snow satin dress embroidered with light yellow peonies, recombed her hair on the sideburns, and inserted white jade hairpins.Just like many women like to go shopping when they are in a bad mood, and change their clothes from head to toe, Muai also feels that with these changes, her mood has really improved a lot.

A few guards left with the garden, and only their master and servant plus Ouyang were left. Thinking that no one had eaten lunch, Mu Ai picked some green vegetables and fragrant rice from the space, and ordered Chun Equinox to make a few For the dishes, just make porridge.Autumn Equinox hadn't cooked for his wife for a long time, so he happily agreed and took Xiaoan to the kitchen to show off his skills.

Mu Ai sent the spring equinox to go to work, and while walking in the yard by herself, slowly calming down, she met Ouyang who was also looking around, so she smiled, and the two walked side by side in a very tacit understanding.

The noon sun in early spring shone on the two of them, as if driving away all the cold, so that the two couldn't help but sigh warmly at the same time.When they looked at each other in surprise, there was already a smile in their eyes.

In the small garden at the back of the yard, the spring water has already melted away from the ice floes, and began to gurgle cheerfully, bringing vitality to this small, not-yet-green land.

Mu Ai stood in front of the pavilion and said with a smile, "I'm going to set up two swings on the two osmanthus trees, plant green grass by the spring, and green bamboo by the wall all the way to the back of the house. You can eat bamboo shoots, and you can sit in the pavilion and listen to the wind." After she finished speaking, she pointed to the open space beside the pavilion and said, "However, what kind of flowers should be planted by the pavilion? Don’t let the naughty boys in the family harm you. However, it’s too ordinary to feel out of place.”

Ouyang imagined that in summer, the children would play under the trees and by the river, while she would sit in the gazebo and read and paint leisurely, her face became softer, and she said softly, "It's all good. "

Mu Ai raised her eyebrows dissatisfied, "What's your opinion? Is it okay to grow dog's tail flowers?"

Ouyang rarely asked, "What kind of flower is that?"

Mu Ai was discouraged, and waved her hand, "It's a kind of flower in my hometown, but it doesn't seem to exist here. Forget it, let's plant a lawn. In case the children come to the city, there is a place to practice martial arts."

Ouyang saw her slightly unwilling expression, a smile flashed in his eyes, and then continued to accompany her, walking slowly towards the two osmanthus trees...

While stirring the vegetable porridge in the casserole, Chunfen chatted with Qiufen, and Qiufen asked, "Is Madam still a vegetarian?"

"That's right, I also use other chopsticks to pick up vegetables for the young masters and ladies."

Autumn Equinox frowned and looked at the chopping board. The freshly cut pork and mutton in the morning had a hard time, and the master could not eat vegetables. They were slaves who ate meat.

Seeing her in trouble, Chun Equinox hesitated a little, and said, "In addition to vegetarian dishes, let's cook two meat dishes. Madam ordered a few days ago that Master Ouyang's meals will be served from the small kitchen."

Autumn Equinox's hand washing the vegetables just paused, turned to look at Chun Equinox, but saw that her face was calm, without any abnormality, and wondered if she was too caring.

Chun Equinox looked at Xiao An who was fetching water from the basin at the door, and said softly, "Do it well, don't be negligent."

A look of joy flashed across Qiufen's eyes, and he couldn't help curling his mouth, and replied, "I see, the mutton is very fresh today, so let's make a pot and roast the mutton." He quickly cut most of the mutton and washed it Clean, throw it into a small pot, add onion, ginger and other seasonings and start cooking.

In fact, although everyone in the mansion is living a peaceful and happy life, without worrying about food and clothing, and the work is not heavy, and the mistress is kind and forgiving, there is really no better life than this, but there is still a hidden worry in everyone's heart.After all, Madam is a young and beautiful widowed woman who wants to be rich and powerful. What if she recruits a husband or marry into a wealthy family, what will everyone do?
The male master who recruits a new wife may not be as lenient as the wife, and it is not easy to be a servant of a wealthy family. Not to mention the extreme rules, one may make a small mistake, and one may lose one's life.Sometimes, in their hearts, they also hope that the wife will always guard the little masters like this, but they can't help being deeply ashamed of their selfishness. After all, they have seen with their own eyes how the wife supports the family's livelihood, and they show up in public like men. , Growing vegetables, opening a shop, everything has to be taken care of, it is really hard work.

However, it would be great if Madam was really with Master Ouyang.Although Master Ouyang is cold and silent, which makes people feel awe at the first sight, he is extremely loyal to his wife, and he has never bullied the subordinates by relying on his wife's trust, and he will not be embarrassed in the future everyone.After all, they are acquaintances who have been together for almost two years, so they are much better than outsiders.
Sister Chunfen is always by Madam's side to serve, and she has a prudent and prudent temperament. Now that I say it this way, I'm afraid it will most likely come true.

The more you think about the autumnal equinox, the happier you are, and your hands are more nimble. Here, boil the soft spinach, cut it into small pieces after passing through the cold water, and then take out the mutton, cut it into very thin slices, and sprinkle it with fine salt noodles. Well, eggs and starch are made into a batter, and half of it is spread under a large greased pan, with mutton slices placed in the middle, and the other half is covered with batter.

After frying the peppercorn oil and slapping the minced garlic, cooking the spinach, cucumber bean sprouts, and stir-frying the vinegared cabbage, I put two catties of oil in the pot and heat it until it is [-]% hot, and then slowly roll the meatloaf on the flat plate. Fry in oil until golden brown, then cut into finger-thick strips and place on a plate.

The strong smell of meat attracted Chun Equinox and Xiao An, who were pancakes on the other side of the stove, to turn their heads to look at them. Qiu Equinox raised their eyebrows rarely, and their complacent expressions made them laugh.

The three quickly packed the vegetables, porridge and cakes separately, and just about to go out, they saw two people coming out of the garden.The man opened the varnished pine door and stepped aside. The woman came out with a smile on her side, but the wooden thorns on the door accidentally scratched her skirt. The man quickly lowered his head and carefully reached out to pick it off. The woman nodded her thanks , but the man shook his head, turned around and closed the garden gate.

In the end, the two nodded slightly, and walked to different places along the corridor.Neither of them felt anything special just now, it seemed very natural and ordinary, but it made the spring equinox and autumn equinox look so unbearable that they couldn't help but want to sigh. A couple who live a lifetime is nothing more than that, just such trivial things as opening and closing the door, But they can cooperate so tacitly, so naturally, and will not make people think of going beyond the rules at all, just like that man should take care of this woman by nature, which makes people envy and look forward to.

Xiao An was petite and stood at the back. Seeing that the two elder sisters were not moving, she raised her feet to see what was going on, but was blocked by the spring equinox and autumn equinox. It was not until the wife entered the main hall that she looked at each other and told Xiao An Send food to Master Ouyang to fly, and then walk out of the kitchen door with a smile.

Mu Ai is feeling sorry for the scratches on the skirt, which is why she doesn't like to wear brocade, it will be scratched if she is not careful, and it is not easy to clean.Nothing is as comfortable as a cotton dress, and you don't have to worry too much about doing things.

Seeing the two maids coming in, he called the vernal equinox and entered the inner room. After changing into a new cotton dress, he felt much more comfortable. After cleaning his hands, he sat at the table and picked up the chopsticks, and asked casually, "Master Ouyang's food Have you sent it?"

"Go back to Madam, I sent them. They are all vegetarian dishes. I'm afraid that Master Ouyang won't eat them well. I made the decision to add more roasted mutton." Qiufen replied hastily.

Mu Ai nodded, lowered her head and took a sip of the porridge, looked at them still standing by the table, and said with a smile, "There are only a few of us master and servant in the garden, I have a bowl of porridge. Prepare your own meals, set aside half of these dishes and eat them together on the small table."

In the past, when there were no young masters and ladies in the family, Spring Equinox and Autumn Equinox would often eat with his wife, so he agreed with a smile, and led Xiao An, who had just come in, back to the kitchen to get the bowls and chopsticks and the remaining half pot of porridge. Started eating on the table.

I ate snacks and fruits in the car, and Muai was not very hungry, so I ate the porridge hastily, and let the maids bring it down to eat without even taking a few bites.

After dinner, she lay on the small couch and took a nap, and the spring equinox woke her up gently, saying that Mrs. Chu and her daughter had arrived.

Qiufen said that the previous two times, Miss Chu came here by herself, but this time, for some reason, Mrs. Chu came all the way.

Mu Ai tidied up her dress a little, and then took it out. Mrs. Chu was also surprised to see her there, and said with a smile, "Mrs. Xian knew that I would come over in a few days, so you came here on purpose?"

Mu Ai gave her an angry look, "I still want to ask, did Madam know that I went to the city today, so she came here to visit me?"

The two entered the room hand in hand with a smile, Miss Chu stepped forward to greet Mu Ai, she pulled her to her side, looked carefully at her two flamboyant hands and said with a smile, "Well, Miss Chu seems to be a cautious and steady character , Baking snacks is also a tiring job, and I wonder if she will burn herself."

Chun Equinor brought up a pot of hot tea and several plates of snacks, respectfully poured a cup for each of the three, and then took Qiu Equi and Xiao An out.

Mrs. Chu took a sip from her teacup and sighed, "Mrs. Xian, don't praise her. You said she came to learn dim sum, but it was just moving your eyes, and the work that required hands-on work was all done by the autumn equinox girl. Last time I took back some peach cakes, and I asked how they were baked, but she couldn't explain clearly. That's why I came with her today, in order to supervise her more attentively."

Miss Chu lowered her head in embarrassment, and retorted in a low voice, "My child is not good at cooking..."

Mrs. Chu glared at her daughter, "Anyone who knows how to cook pancakes from birth, doesn't everyone learn everything. I just spoil you too much on weekdays. When you marry into your husband's family, you may not be praised or criticized by others."

Ms. Chu's eyes were a little red with grievances. She had never been in the kitchen since she was a child. She felt dirty when she saw the wood-burning stove, and she wanted to frown when she saw the kitchen knife in the basin. She was really not interested at all.

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