The Koi Wife of the Prime Minister

Aunt Wang took out a piece of soft cotton cloth, put it on the table, then picked up a pair of large scissors and demonstrated how to cut the cloth. She easily cut the cloth into the right size and put it on the table.

"First, we need to make a simple cotton-padded jacket. This kind of clothing is warm and suitable for wearing in autumn and winter." Aunt Wang explained. As she spoke, she folded the cloth and demonstrated how to cut it.

Shen Yan watched carefully, trying to remember every step. She picked up the scissors and followed Aunt Wang's instructions, carefully cutting the fabric. Although her hands were a little rusty, she quickly mastered the essentials of cutting.

Next, Aunt Wang taught Shen Yan how to sew. She took out the needle and thread and demonstrated stitch by stitch, with a skilled and skillful technique. Shen Yan watched attentively, trying to imitate Aunt Wang's movements.

After careful instruction and patient demonstration, Shen Yan gradually mastered the sewing skills.

Although she occasionally pricked her finger accidentally, she was not discouraged. Instead, she studied harder.

With every stitch, a deep master-disciple relationship was established between Aunt Wang and Shen Yan.

Aunt Wang taught Shen Yan, imparting her years of experience and skills, and Shen Yan listened attentively, studied hard, and demonstrated tenacity and perseverance.

After a period of study and practice, Shen Yan finally completed her first cotton-padded jacket.

Although it is not perfect, she is filled with a sense of accomplishment and joy. This is not only a piece of clothing, but also a testimony of the deep friendship between her and Aunt Wang.

"Second Aunt, thank you for your teaching. I will continue to study hard and strive to make better clothes." Shen Yan said gratefully.

Aunt Wang smiled and patted Shen Yan on the shoulder, saying, "You're welcome, Shen Yan, you're a good child and you're willing to learn. If you have any questions in the future, you can come to me, and I will always support you."

The two hugged each other, their hearts filled with respect and gratitude for each other.

On this quiet afternoon, Aunt Wang and Shen Yan spent a time full of warmth and fun together.

In the afternoon, Shen Yan decided to use her free time to make some pickled ingredients so that she could store more delicious food in the cellar at home.

She remembered the traditional pickling method of her hometown and decided to use this method to pickle the pork belly and make delicious bacon.

Shen Yan took out a piece of fresh pork belly, the meat was rosy and plump.

She first washed the meat with clean water and then dried it with a clean towel.

Then, Shen Yan took out some salt and sprinkled it evenly on the surface of the pork belly.

Just when Shen Yan was busy, the two little ones, Wang Jun and Wang Lin, smelled the fragrance and ran over curiously.

"Sister, sister, what are you doing? It smells so good!" Little Wang Lin asked excitedly.

Shen Yan smiled and picked up little Wang Lin, saying, "I'm making pickled meat, do you want to help?"

Wang Jun and little Wang Lin nodded excitedly. Although they were young, they were still very interested in housework.

Shen Yan took out a small bowl, poured out some salt, and asked the two kids to dip their fingers in the salt and help spread it on the surface of the pork belly. Although their movements were a little unfamiliar, they were full of enthusiasm and seriousness.

While teaching the two children, Shen Yan continued to rub salt on the pork belly, ensuring that every inch of the meat was evenly marinated.

After some effort, the pork belly was evenly covered with a layer of white salt.

Shen Yan then took out a large porcelain bowl, put the pork belly in it, and then wrapped it tightly with plastic wrap.

"Okay, now let's put the pickled meat outside to dry and wait for it to slowly pickle." Shen Yan said, carefully placing the pickled pork belly into the cupboard.

Wang Jun and little Wang Lin were delighted when they saw the marinated meat they had helped to make.

They knew that this was not only a delicious food, but also a testimony to the deep friendship between them and Shen Yan.

After putting the pickled meat into the refrigerator, Shen Yan cleaned up the kitchen with the two little ones.

They chatted about family matters while working, and laughter and joy filled the entire kitchen.

This afternoon, Shen Yan spent a time full of joy and warmth with the two children, leaving behind beautiful memories.

In the evening, when it gradually darkened, Shen Yan began to prepare dinner.

She decided to make a warm bowl of preserved egg and lean meat porridge, slowly simmering it using the traditional earthen stove, and steam a fresh yellow croaker to bring a hearty dinner to her family.

Shen Yan first lit a fire on the earthen stove. The flames danced, making a large pot boiling hot.

She took out some rice and water, put them into the pot, and stirred it gently. A fragrance spread out, filling the whole kitchen.

At the same time, Shen Yan took out a piece of lean meat, cut it into small pieces, and put it into the pot.

She also added some chopped preserved eggs to enhance the aroma and taste of the porridge.

Nearby, Nanny Zhang also joined in to help.

She watched the fire attentively and stirred the porridge in the pot from time to time to make sure it would not stick to the pot.

Shen Yan continued to prepare dinner for her family. She took out a fresh yellow croaker, cleaned the internal organs, and then stuffed some onion, ginger, garlic and other seasonings into the fish belly to add to the aroma of the fish.

Then, Shen Yan cut a few cuts on the fish skin, smeared a layer of steamed fish soy sauce on the fish, and sprinkled some chopped green onions, ginger and garlic on it. These seasonings will bring a rich flavor and taste to the yellow croaker.

Finally, Shen Yan put the yellow croaker into the steamer, covered the pot, and steamed it over high heat.

She gently moved the lid of the steamer with her fingers, feeling the yellow croaker being steamed until the fish meat became tender and delicious.

The whole kitchen was filled with the aroma of porridge and fish, which was mouth-watering.

Shen Yan looked at the porridge and steamed yellow croaker in the pot with contentment. She knew that this dinner would be very delicious.

"It smells so good, sister." Wang Jun smacked his lips, always feeling like he couldn't eat enough.

"If you like, sister will do it for you tomorrow." Shen Yan smiled and touched Wang Jun's head, showing great doting.

After dinner, Shen Yan began to clean up the room.

She walked into the bedroom, only to find some mold under the bed.

Shen Yan frowned, thinking that this situation could not be allowed to continue, so she decided to clean and replace the bed board immediately.

Shen Yan first wiped the dust off the bed board with a dry cloth, then took out a bucket of warm water and a washing cloth and mixed some baking soda. Baking soda was a commonly used cleaning agent in ancient times, which can effectively remove mold and odors.

Shen Yan wet the washcloth and gently wiped the mildew stains on the bed.

She wiped vigorously until the mildew on the bed board disappeared completely. Then, Shen Yan wiped the bed board clean with a dry cloth and let it dry.

While the bed board was drying, Shen Yan started making a new one.

She took out a thick board and cut it to the right size with a saw.

Then, Shen Yan used a sander to polish the wooden board to make it smooth and flat.