Start with push-ups to gain experience
Chapter 215 Uncle's New Year's Gift
Chapter 215 Uncle's New Year's Gift
New Year's Eve.
The night is warm and the bright lights are like stars, lighting up the entire modern city.
From time to time, the sound of firecrackers could be heard on Jiuchang Street, echoing in the cold air.
It is New Year's Eve, and every family gathers together to eat a sumptuous New Year's Eve dinner.
The Fang family, who lived in the tube-shaped building, was also in a festive mood and seemed more lively than usual.
In the living room, the TV is playing the Spring Festival Gala.
The warm yellow light is like a layer of soft gauze, exuding a warm feeling.
A family photo was hung on the wall, and the slightly old furniture was wiped clean.
A newly bought money tree is placed in the corner, lush and vibrant, full of beautiful expectations for the New Year.
Li Biyun was like a tireless spinning top, constantly shuttling between the kitchen and the living room.
The hair on her forehead was slightly wet with sweat, and a few strands fell down in a messy manner, but it could not hide the satisfied smile on her face that was as warm as the spring sun.
When she saw her son wearing an apron and standing in front of the stove like a top chef, her eyebrows curved into crescent shapes.
The flames licked the bottom of the pot and smoke rose up.
Fang Cheng was holding the pot handle with one hand and the spatula with the other, frying a spicy dish.
Fried prawns.
As the shrimp shells were constantly stir-fried, they turned red in the hot oil and emitted a mouth-watering aroma.
Soon, a plate of delicious fried shrimps was served.
"Mom, taste the saltiness."
Fang Cheng picked up a steaming shrimp with chopsticks and brought it to the mouth of his mother who was standing next to him.
Li Biyun smiled and took a bite, chewed it gently for a few times, and then gave a thumbs up without hesitation:
"Chengcheng, your cooking skills have improved so quickly. I'm afraid I won't dare to embarrass myself in front of you anymore."
Fang Cheng couldn't help but smile when he received his mother's praise.
Then he glanced at the panel prompt information floating in the air.
[Cooking Experience +3]
[Cooking skill level 1 (163/250)]
It seems that the panel is also very knowledgeable.
Judging from the quality of this dish alone, it can rival the skills of authentic chefs in five-star hotels.
Perhaps it was because I cooked the New Year’s Eve dinner myself, and after a set of frying, stir-frying, stewing, braising and stewing, my experience increased rapidly.
It won’t be long before I become a true master chef.
Fang Cheng thought happily as he picked up a kitchen knife and prepared to cut some beef so as to make braised beef brisket that the whole family would love.
Now I kind of fall in love with cooking.
The skill of cooking does not improve your ability much, but it makes your life more comfortable and relaxed.
Li Biyun brought the plate of fried prawns to the dining table.
At this time, the table was almost filled with various steaming dishes.
In the center, there is a large plate of shiny and fragrant braised carp, sprinkled with coriander, shredded ginger, onions and garlic, which symbolizes abundance every year and success.
Next to the braised fish is a circle of home-cooked dishes with both meat and vegetables.
Sweet and sour spare ribs with rich sauce, golden and crispy spring rolls, evenly cut poached chicken, hairy crabs overflowing with crab roe, and a few refreshing and delicious appetizers.
There was also soft and glutinous taro paste and clay pot chicken soup specially prepared for grandpa, which Li Biyun spent an entire afternoon simmering over low heat.
"Biyun, there's no need to cook too many dishes."
Li Zhenhua, sitting in his newly bought wheelchair, covered with a thick blanket, advised:
"I can only drink some porridge and soup now. You guys can't finish all these dishes. It's such a waste."
He had just undergone gastric cancer surgery less than two weeks ago and was discharged from the hospital yesterday. His face was still a little pale, but his eyes were full of relief.
"Yes, sister, you and Cheng are welcome."
Li Dingjian sat on the sofa beside him, talking to his father, and also echoed:
"In fact, in my opinion, it would be best to go to a hotel for a meal, so as to save you the trouble. Anyway, it is popular to customize the New Year's Eve dinner now."
Now he is no longer as decadent and undisciplined as before.
A well-tailored new suit makes him look energetic and has the aura of a successful person.
Li Dingjian originally wanted to arrange for the whole family to have New Year's Eve dinner at the most upscale hotel in Dongdu, but Li Biyun said that it would not have the festive atmosphere, so he had to follow his sister's wishes.
"It's no trouble. The house hasn't been so lively for a long time."
Li Biyun placed the fried prawns on the table with a smile on her face:
"It's a rare opportunity for us to sit together and have a meal. Besides, Chengcheng has helped a lot."
As he spoke, he looked lovingly towards the kitchen where his son was busy.
Fang Cheng heard this and turned around and shouted:
"Wait a moment, we can eat it right after this dish is ready."
After a while, all the dishes were served.
Everyone sat around the dining table, and the family didn't follow any rules and started eating casually.
Li Biyun first served her father a bowl of steaming chicken soup.
There is a layer of golden oil floating on the surface of the soup, dotted with a few red dates and wolfberries, making it look very tempting and delicious.
"Dad, you just got out of the hospital, drink some chicken soup to replenish your body. This is an old hen that Chengcheng bought from the countryside. He boiled it for several hours."
When he heard that it was his grandson's idea, the wrinkles on Li Zhenhua's face bloomed like chrysanthemums and he nodded repeatedly.
Seeing his grandfather take a sip comfortably, Fang Cheng also smiled.
The old hen was kidnapped from Ma Donghe's home. It was said that Ma Jianguo raised it with precious herbs and it is very nutritious.
Thinking of this, he looked at Li Dingjian with some expectation and greeted him:
"Uncle, you've never tasted my cooking, have you? Try this fried prawns. How does it taste?"
As he spoke, he pointed to his masterpiece.
"Oh, I have to taste it."
Li Dingjian picked up his chopsticks and said with a smile:
"Although your uncle is usually single, he is very knowledgeable about food. In the past, when he accompanied clients to dinner, he tried all kinds of delicacies from land and sea. As long as it walked on the ground, flew in the sky, and swam in the water, there was nothing he had not eaten..."
While boasting, he picked up a large shrimp with a crispy shell and put it directly into his mouth.
When you bite your teeth lightly, you can hear a clear "click" sound.
Li Dingjian's eyes suddenly lit up, and the aroma of fried shrimp shells filled his mouth.
Moreover, the shrimp meat should retain moisture. The moment you bite it, a slight juice will spread in your mouth, and the texture is tender and chewy.
This unique taste can be said to be an important indicator of whether the dish is cooked to perfection.
Li Dingjian only took a few bites and couldn't help but praise:
"Ah Cheng, your cooking skills are amazing. Even if you don't take the postgraduate entrance examination, you can easily make hundreds of thousands of dollars a year by being a chef."
Li Biyun and Li Zhenhua couldn't help but smile upon seeing this.
The atmosphere in the house became more cheerful and lively.
Li Dingjian was in high spirits and opened a bottle of expensive wine he had brought with him.
First, I poured a glass for myself and my nephew, and then poured freshly squeezed juice for my father and sister.
Then he raised his arm high, held up the wine glass, and said the words of blessing:
"Come, first cup tonight, I wish my father good health and blessings in the future. May God bless him with a long life!"
Upon hearing this, everyone raised their hands and raised their glasses. The cups clinked gently, making a clear and pleasant sound, like the ringing of a New Year's bell.
On TV, the host's festive voice also adds a lively atmosphere to this reunion night.
After three rounds of drinking, Li Dingjian seemed a little drunk after drinking several glasses of white wine.
He heaved a long sigh of satisfaction, gently swirled the wine glass in his hand, and muttered in a low voice:
"It would be great if my brother-in-law was here too, so that the whole family could be reunited... I still remember that time when we stayed in Dongdu for the New Year. Ah Cheng was still very young, wearing a bright red new dress, holding firecrackers in his hands, his eyes sparkling, and running around the yard behind my brother-in-law. Just thinking about that scene makes me happy..."
Grandpa suddenly coughed and reminded with a hint of reproach:
"What nonsense are you talking about, you idiot! It's New Year's Day, why are you talking about these things?" Li Dingjian suddenly realized and smiled awkwardly:
"Sorry, I'm a little drunk."
As he spoke, he raised his glass, leaned forward slightly, and looked at Fang Cheng and Li Biyun sincerely.
"This glass of wine is for sister and Cheng. Sister has suffered so much over the years, raising a child by herself, working, and taking care of the family, going through wind and rain. Fortunately, Cheng is also very well behaved, and now he has grown up and become sensible. Sister, you can enjoy your life from now on."
Fang Cheng and Li Biyun smiled slightly, neither of them minded his previous heartfelt words.
The family raised their glasses again, and the glasses sparkled brightly under the light.
"Come, let's drink to our better and better days!"
This congratulatory speech expresses both emotion for the past and full expectations for the future.
The sumptuous New Year’s Eve dinner is over.
Li Biyun went into the kitchen and started busying herself as usual.
The faucet was running, and the dishes were cleared away and the greasy plates were washed in an orderly manner.
Fang Cheng sat in the living room, talking with his uncle and grandfather and watching the Spring Festival Gala.
On the coffee table in front of the sofa, there were melon seeds, peanuts, and some snacks.
When I see a skit performed by a famous comedian, I laugh and comment along with the audience on TV, which is quite enjoyable.
Suddenly, Li Dingjian seemed to remember something.
So he took out a file bag from the briefcase he brought and handed it to Fang Cheng.
"Ah Cheng, this is for you."
"what is this?"
Fang Cheng looked at him suspiciously and put down the melon seeds he was about to eat.
"It's a New Year's gift from uncle to nephew."
Li Dingjian had a mysterious smile on his face and urged, "Open it and take a look. I guarantee you'll like it."
new Year's gift?
Fang Cheng was slightly startled, then reached out to take the file bag. It felt thick, with regular edges and corners, and he could feel that there was a lot of paper in it.
Isn't it study material?
I looked up at my uncle, saw his encouraging look, and with a bit of curiosity and anticipation, I gently opened the seal of the file bag with my fingers.
When the papers were pulled out, his eyes gradually widened, his mouth slightly opened, and his face was full of astonishment.
It turned out that this was a commercial housing purchase contract.
"Didn't I tell you that I would give you a surprise when I got back?"
Seeing Fang Cheng's surprise, Li Dingjian's crow's feet at the corners of his eyes showed a bit of pride, and he immediately explained with a smile:
"All you have to do now is sign your name on it. I will handle all the formalities for you from now on..."
As he spoke, he enthusiastically introduced the house's excellent location by the sea, and it was obvious that he had put a lot of thought into this gift.
"The gift is too expensive. I can't accept it."
After listening to this, Fang Cheng quickly returned the document bag and the house purchase contract to his uncle.
I remembered that my uncle was generous and gave my mother a pair of valuable jade bracelets.
Now he was given a house as a gift. He was flattered by the heavy thought and did not dare to accept it rashly.
"I have already paid the deposit, and I can't get a refund."
Li Dingjian waved his hands repeatedly, his tone showing that he would not accept rejection.
After thinking about it, he continued:
"Originally, this house was bought for your grandfather to use for recuperation in Dongdu, but I heard that it's not suitable for old people to live by the sea, as they are prone to rheumatism. So I thought of giving it to you. You won't mind, right?"
Seeing Fang Cheng still shaking his head and insisting on stuffing the house purchase contract back, Li Dingjian's eyes flashed with a trace of guilt and his expression became more serious.
"Ah Cheng, in all these years, your uncle hasn't even given you a lucky money. I know you must have some thoughts in your mind."
"I couldn't do anything before because I was short of money. Now that my uncle is able to do so, I want to make up for my previous regrets."
"So, you must accept this gift this time, so that your uncle can stand up straight in front of his own nephew and be proud of himself for once, okay?"
As he spoke, he wiped his face, took a deep breath, his eyes became slightly red, and his voice trembled a little.
"uncle……"
Fang Cheng was hesitant to speak, not knowing how to explain and comfort him.
"Ah Cheng, this is a gift from your uncle. Accept it and give him a chance to show his abilities."
Li Zhenhua was sitting in a wheelchair nearby. He was aware of his son's recent changes and helped out.
Fang Cheng was in a dilemma. Although he also had plans to save money to buy a house, this gift that carried family love was still too expensive.
After careful consideration, I finally decided to accept it temporarily, as a way of keeping my uncle's property.
In case my uncle encounters cash flow problems in his business in the future and needs money, I can pay him back.
"What gift?"
At this time, Li Biyun was busy washing dishes in the kitchen. Hearing the conversation, she looked at everyone with a questioning look.
"Oh, I want to give Ah Cheng a computer to help him study."
Li Dingjian answered very naturally, and secretly winked at Fang Cheng:
"After the formalities are completed, I'll tell your mother in a few days."
Fang Cheng understood and nodded slightly, knowing that his uncle didn't want to put pressure on his mother.
Just then, there was a sudden and crisp knock on the door.
Fang Cheng immediately stood up and walked towards the door.
When I opened the door, I saw a pure and pretty face. It turned out to be Zhou Xiumei.
"Happy New Year, Makoto. This is my gift to you... to you and your family."
Zhou Xiumei held a pink gift box in both hands and handed it to Fang Cheng happily.
But when she glanced at the scene inside the room, her cheeks turned red and her eyes were filled with shyness.
Obviously, he felt a little embarrassed being stared at by so many people.
"Xiu Mei, please wait a moment."
Fang Cheng took the gift, with a gentle smile on his face, turned around and walked quickly towards the bedroom.
After a while, he came out with a gift box in his hand, which was also beautifully packaged.
"Since you're giving our family a gift, I can't be stingy."
Fang Cheng walked up to Zhou Xiumei and handed her the New Year gift that he had prepared for many days, his eyes full of sincerity.
At this time, Li Biyun smiled and said in a friendly tone:
"Xiu Mei, you are so considerate and still think of us during the New Year. It's cold outside, come in and sit for a while."
As he spoke, he waved to Zhou Xiumei enthusiastically.
Li Dingjian also joined in:
"Ah Cheng, you are such a fool, why don't you let the girl in quickly?"
When Zhou Xiumei heard this, she became even more shy, and quickly shook her head and replied softly:
"No, Aunt Li, my mother and brother are back today, and there is still a lot of work to do at home, so I have to go back quickly."
After saying this, he reached out to take the gift and ran away hurriedly like a frightened deer.
Fang Cheng stood at the door, looking at Zhou Xiumei opening the iron gate and returning to the house, the corners of his mouth rose unconsciously.
Then he turned back to his bedroom, took out the New Year gifts he had prepared for his mother, uncle, and grandfather, and gave them to them one by one.
The lights in the house are bright, and everyone is talking and laughing. Family love becomes more profound and heartwarming through transmission and sharing.
In the night sky outside the window, fireworks are blooming and neon lights are shining brightly, as if dressing the entire city in festive clothes.
(End of this chapter)
You'll Also Like
-
Fights Break Sphere: Dragon Phoenix Alchemist
Chapter 445 1 hours ago -
Douluo Dalu: Golden Dragon Against the World
Chapter 496 1 hours ago -
Versatile Mage: My magic is way off the mark!
Chapter 643 1 hours ago -
Douluo: Reforge the glory of the Spirit Pagoda!
Chapter 427 1 hours ago -
Douluo: Many Children and Many Blessings Start with Qian Renxue
Chapter 180 1 hours ago -
After waking up from a dream, I became the white moonlight of a paranoid wizard
Chapter 216 1 hours ago -
Chaos Avenue
Chapter 2019 1 hours ago -
Signing in from Huaguo Mountain, I am not Sun Wukong
Chapter 209 1 hours ago -
Time Against Heaven
Chapter 476 1 hours ago -
The Green Snake of the Great Wilderness becomes enlightened
Chapter 764 1 hours ago