She's a shrewd and sweet woman who transmigrated into a book.

Chapter 52 I Can Take Care of You

"Jingyi, you're a lifesaver!"

Liu Jingyi didn't understand why, but she had a rough idea. However, she wasn't envious of anyone who could sell their stock or how much they could sell.

She felt that the price Lan Jie gave her was already quite high; in fact, it was more than she had expected.

Liu Jingyi actually thought three hundred yuan was about right, so five hundred was indeed beyond her expectations.

Although Liu Jingyi is not short of money, it is money she earned through her own efforts, so it feels different.

"To tell you the truth, someone just wanted to commission a birthday painting yesterday, and you're a lifesaver!" Sister Lan said with a smile.

“Jingyi, I won’t beat around the bush with you. I’ll take it. It’ll definitely sell for more than this price, but you know…”

Before Sister Lan could finish speaking, Liu Jingyi said with a smile,

"Sister Lan, you wouldn't betray me!"

Sister Lan was very pleased that Liu Jingyi was so understanding, and immediately took out five hundred yuan and gave it to Liu Jingyi.

"Jingyi, please count the money in front of you."

"Okay." Liu Jingyi nodded.

After the money and goods were settled, Liu Jingyi arranged a time for the next transaction with Sister Lan and then left.

Liu Jingyi wanted to celebrate earning so much for the first time.

She went to the supply and marketing cooperative and bought fish and meat, planning to cook a delicious meal when she got home.

Liu Jingyi got home and immediately started getting busy.

Leng Yunting had not returned yet, and Liu Jingyi still enjoyed cooking.

Humming an unknown tune, he cleaned the fish in the yard.

When outsiders pass by, they can see what Liu Jingyi is doing through the fence of the courtyard.

The neighbors saw Liu Jingyi cleaning fish, and she did it quite skillfully, not at all like someone who didn't know how.

While people found it strange, there were also many who made sarcastic remarks.

"With her cooking skills, isn't she going to ruin this fish?"

"Exactly, just putting on an act!"

"But she doesn't look like someone who can't cook."

"Yeah, why do we eat in the cafeteria every day?"

"You guys are really bored. That's their business. Who says that just because you can cook, you can't eat in the cafeteria?"

"That's what Sister Chen said."

"Exactly! Besides, what makes you think Jingyi can't cook? It can't be that Commander Leng is being stingy and doesn't let her cook!"

"That's right! Commander Leng knows how to take care of people. If you're envious, go back and find your own commander!"

Several people who had contact with Liu Jingyi spoke up for her.

"Jingyi, what are you planning to do? How can you slice this fish so thinly?" Aunt Chen asked, looking at the fish slices Liu Jingyi had made.

"Sister-in-law, I was thinking of making spicy fish! I was just thinking that Yunting is going out again, so I wanted to make him a nice meal."

Chen's husband was also one of Leng Yunting's men, so he naturally knew about it, and his family had also mentioned it.

"That's right! Never mind, I haven't packed my things yet, you go ahead with yours."

To be honest, few people in the compound live as comfortably as Liu Jingyi.

Although, in the eyes of outsiders, they all married military officers and had houses.

However, there's no housework that doesn't need to be done in this household.

Not to mention that her husband, like Leng Yunting, had arranged everything perfectly for Liu Jingyi.

It's less than a third of the way there. When I get home, it's like living in a hotel. I do nothing and just wait to be waited on.

After having children, it goes without saying.

She spends all her time either with her husband or her children.

Moreover, some mothers-in-law are the type who make a fuss and find fault with everything their daughters-in-law do.

Of course, there are also cases where, due to already low wages and the man's chauvinistic tendencies, half of the salary is used to support the family. Naturally, this makes the already impoverished family even more strapped for cash.

After Chen's wife and the others left, Liu Jingyi naturally didn't bother to deal with the others.

Liu Jingyi served the prepared fish and went back inside.

Just as Liu Jingyi finished cooking, Leng Yunting returned.

The driver brought it back, and Liu Jingyi wanted to invite the driver to stay for dinner.

The driver felt uncomfortable under Leng Yunting's gaze and dared not say "okay," so he quickly slipped away.

"No need, sister-in-law, I've already eaten."

Leng Yunting felt that although it had only been half a day, it had been a long time.

When Liu Jingyi saw him, she rushed towards him.

Her soft little hand took his hand, and the man's tall figure almost completely enveloped the petite woman in his shadow.

Liu Jingyi looked up at the man and said coquettishly, "Honey, I made spicy fish!"

"I was very good today!"

"I even made money today!"

"Do you want to know how much I've earned?!"

"But it's much more than your salary!"

Liu Jingyi chattered on and on, her small voice brimming with pride.

Her crimson lips, opening and closing, were so alluring to Leng Yunting.

Leng Yunting said gently, "So it turns out Yiyi made a lot of money today!"

"Ah."

Liu Jingyi nodded, "Over six hundred!"

Seeing Liu Jingyi's expectant expression, eager for praise, Leng Yunting's deep eyes were filled with amusement.

He reached out his large, warm hand and gently ruffled Liu Jingyi's hair, his deep voice filled with affection.

"Over six hundred?"

"My Yiyi is so capable!"

"It seems I'll really have to rely on you to support me from now on."

"of course!"

Liu Jingyi raised her chin slightly, like a proud little peacock, and then pulled him into the house.

"Go wash your hands quickly, this spicy fish is something I... um, specially researched!"

She almost blurted out "practiced for a long time in her past life," but she quickly realized her mistake.

The living room was filled with a rich, spicy aroma that stimulated Leng Yunting's taste buds.

In the large bowl, snow-white fish slices, bean sprouts, and bean curd sheets floated on a bright red broth.
It's also garnished with bright red chili pepper pieces and emerald green scallions, making it look very appetizing.

Liu Jingyi also made stir-fried shredded pork with green peppers, a plate of bright green stir-fried vegetables, and a bowl of golden fried rice.

Leng Yunting already knew about Liu Jingyi's cooking skills last time, but this time it truly refreshed his understanding.

He washed his hands, sat down, picked up a piece of paper-thin slice, dipped it in the soup in the bowl, and put it in his mouth.

The fish was tender and melted in the mouth, with a spicy and savory flavor that exploded in Leng Yunting's mouth, yet it was all just right.

It did not mask the natural freshness of the fish at all.

The numbing sensation of Sichuan peppercorns and the spiciness of chili peppers blend perfectly, with a hint of sweetness in the aftertaste, creating distinct layers of flavor.

"Is it tasty?"

Liu Jingyi looked at Leng Yunting with a mixture of nervousness and anticipation, her hands unconsciously clutching the hem of her clothes.

Liu Jingyi was confident in her skills, but she still wanted to hear him praise her.

(End of this chapter)