The Koi Wife of the Prime Minister

So she responded calmly: "It's okay, it's a small matter. What are you doing here?"

Seeing that Shen Yan was unmoved, Zhao changed the subject, took out the fruits and cakes from the basket, and said, "This is a little gift I prepared for you. I hope you like it."

Shen Yan took the basket, smiled slightly and said nothing more.

She knew that Zhao did this just to please her, and she couldn't help feeling a little sarcastic.

But she didn't want to have an argument in such an occasion, so she politely thanked him.

Seeing that Shen Yan was unmoved, Zhao was somewhat dissatisfied, but she still forced a smile and said, "Then I won't bother you anymore. I'll leave first if I have something else to do."

Shen Yan nodded, indicating that Zhao could leave.

Seeing Shen Yan's firm attitude, Zhao was secretly angry, but she also knew that it was not appropriate to say more at this time, so she had to stand up, say goodbye, and hurriedly left Shen Yan's house.

Shen Yan looked at Zhao's departing back and sighed inwardly.

No one comes to visit you for no reason. Zhao is so attentive today, something must have happened at home again.

I heard that Shen Lian had caused some trouble at home, mainly because this girl was spoiled and pampered by her parents.

Although they are siblings from the same father, Shen Yan did not receive this treatment. Instead, Shen Lian, born to Zhao, was held in the palm of Shen Xiucai's hand.

Most girls of this age are simple-minded and easily instigated by outsiders.

In addition, Mr. Shen is not very nice to his neighbors, and there are many people around who want to sow discord between their family.

As a result, Shen Lian has a very bad temper and no one dares to provoke her recently.

Knowing that Shen Yan was living a good life, Zhao came forward to curry favor with her.

Shen Yan thought about it and glanced at Wang Jun who was chopping wood in the yard. It was time to send this kid to school.

Shen Yan needed money, and making money was not a difficult task for her in the end.

This era was relatively broad in ancient times, and there were no specific requirements for women. They did not have to be very particular about food, clothing, housing and transportation, and women could even do business.

There were even private schools specifically for girls, which shows that girls could also study.

However, this open environment mainly exists in Beijing or other big cities.

Some small towns and villages are not so open.

After all, the idea of ​​favoring boys over girls still exists. People in the village mainly give priority to sending boys to school and do not allow girls to study.

Most families are relatively poor, and ultimately, it is economic issues that influence family decisions.

If there is enough money, the family will not make a choice and will let all the children go to school.

Thinking of this, Shen Yan went to the vegetable garden to water the vegetables. When it was almost evening, she finally saw some sprouts in the vegetable garden.

Now that they have sprouted, we may be able to eat the vegetables we grow ourselves soon.

She got some peas here, ready to transplant them later, but they haven't grown yet.

Just as I finished tending the vegetable garden, Aunt Wang came with a basket full of fresh vegetables.

It turned out that she came to deliver food to Shen Yan.

Aunt Wang walked into the vegetable garden and handed the basket to Shen Yan with a smile on her face. The basket was filled with fresh vegetables, including tender green vegetables, bright red tomatoes, and crystal clear cucumbers.

There was a gleam of joy in her eyes, as if she was proud to be able to bring some help to Shen Yan.

Shen Yan took the basket and thanked Aunt Wang for her kindness with a smile.

She looked at the vegetables in the basket, secretly marveling at the unexpected surprise.

"Aunt Wang, how can I have the nerve to pick so many vegetables?" Shen Yan said with a smile, a hint of apology in her voice.

Aunt Wang smiled and shook her head. "I grew this myself. I'm giving it to you as a small gift. You're welcome."

Shen Yan felt warm in her heart after hearing this, but she still insisted on her principles, "But these vegetables are all grown by you with great effort, I have to pay you according to the market price."

Seeing that Shen Yan insisted, Aunt Wang couldn't refuse anymore and nodded.

Shen Yan took out a small purse, counted the money carefully, and then handed a certain amount of copper coins to Aunt Wang Er.

"These vegetables are sold at market price, a few cents per pound, that's what we should pay."

Shen Yan said with a smile, her voice full of sincerity and gratitude.

Aunt Wang took the copper coins, and a touch of emotion flashed in her eyes. She looked at Shen Yan counting the money seriously, and a warm feeling surged in her heart. She patted Shen Yan's hand gently, "You are a sensible and good child. I will go and help you put the dishes away."

The two of them arranged the vegetables neatly, one in front and one behind. Shen Yan felt deeply moved by this warm friendship.

Although she lives in a small town, the love and support from her neighbors makes her feel like she still has a home.

Aunt Wang treats Shen Yan very well.

Although her conditions were not good, she had so many children growing up at home that it was not difficult to give one away.

What's more, Shen Yan is like her own daughter. Aunt Wang is old now and has these two children. In fact, she was pregnant with a daughter when she was young, but unfortunately the daughter died.

Now that she met Shen Yan, she treated her as her lost biological daughter.

On weekdays, it is not easy for Shen Yan to take care of Wang Jun and Wang Lin. Aunt Wang wants to be nicer to Shen Yan from the bottom of her heart.

After seeing off Aunt Wang, Shen Yan began to prepare today's dinner, which included rice and stir-fried garlic sausage.

Shen Yan prepared the ingredients for stir-fried garlic sausage, and then she began to carefully process the pig intestines.

She blanches the pig intestines, which have been cleaned in advance, in hot water to remove odor and impurities.

After blanching, she took out the pig intestines, drained the water, and then cut them into bite-sized pieces for later use.

Next, Shen Yan took out the fresh garlic, peeled it and cut it into minced garlic.

The garlic paste exudes a strong aroma that makes people salivate. She also prepared some green onions and red peppers, cut into thin strips, to add color and taste.

Shen Yan put a proper amount of cooking oil in the wok. When the oil temperature reached 70% hot, she gently put the chopped garlic into the wok, listening to the "hissing" sound, and stir-fried until slightly yellow.

Then, she put the chopped pig intestines into the pot and stir-fried them evenly, allowing the aroma of the minced garlic to fully penetrate the intestines.

When the intestines are slightly browned and emit an enticing aroma, she sprinkles shredded green onions and red peppers into the pan and stirs evenly.

Shen Yan stir-fried the ingredients in the wok with skillful and orderly movements, like a unique dance.

She used a spatula to gently turn the ingredients over, so that each piece of pig intestine was evenly coated with the aroma of minced garlic and seasonings.

Finally, Shen Yan took out some seasonings, including salt, soy sauce, minced garlic, etc., sprinkled them lightly in the pot, and stir-fried them evenly again. These seasonings made the intestines taste more delicious and memorable.