Abstinence Pei, don't be too sweet when chasing your wife

Pei Luonan's warm hand tightly held Gu Fanxing's slightly trembling hand, as if to pass on strength to her continuously.

"Fanxing, today is New Year's Eve, a time for family reunion. I want to cook a New Year's Eve dinner for you and grandma, would you like to help me?" In order to completely dispel the haze in Gu Fanxing's heart, Pei Luonan suggested.

Gu Fanxing raised her eyes and met that sincere gaze, which caused a ripple in her heart.

She didn't want to reject Pei Luonan's kindness and let this rare care go to waste, but she also secretly hoped to forget the pain brought by Jiang Chengjun by being busy.

After hesitating for a moment, she nodded her chin and replied softly, "Okay, then I'll have to trouble Mr. Pei."

Pei Luonan raised the corners of his lips and smiled brilliantly. That smile seemed to have magical power, which made the gloom in Gu Fanxing's heart fade a little.

He took her hand and walked into the kitchen.

Outside the kitchen window, a few gorgeous fireworks exploded from time to time in the distance, dyeing the sky colorful. The sound of firecrackers also came one after another, full of festive joy.

There are all kinds of ingredients in the kitchen.

Pei Luonan let go of Gu Fanxing's hand, walked to the ingredients, and whispered as he checked, "The New Year's Eve dinner cannot be sloppy, it must be sumptuous and full of meaning."

Gu Fanxing followed him, her eyes swept over the ingredients, and she said crisply, "Fish is indispensable, which means abundance every year; we also have to prepare the braised pork that grandma likes; and fried eggs with shrimp, which is refreshing and nourishing. Oh, and dumplings are also indispensable, which is a traditional delicacy on New Year's Eve and symbolizes reunion and happiness."

Pei Luonan nodded in agreement, "Well, very good. Then I will cook the fish first, and you help wash the vegetables."

After saying this, he steadily held up a live fish in his hands. The fish struggled hard in his hands, and its scales sparkled silver under the light.

Pei Luonan looked calm. He placed the fish lightly on the chopping board, drew his knife, and moved skillfully and smoothly in one go. The fish stopped moving in an instant.

Gu Fanxing was stunned as she watched from the side. She walked to the sink, turned on the faucet, and clear water poured down like a silver thread, making a splashing sound.

She washed each leaf of vegetable attentively, but her thoughts were like a runaway horse, drifting back to the past.

When she was a child, she always followed her grandmother like a little tail, running around in the kitchen. At that time, she was innocent and happily handed seasonings and washed dishes to her grandmother. Time passed slowly, and now she is in the kitchen again, but her mood has changed a lot.

The sound of firecrackers outside the window is becoming more and more frequent, as if urging the old year to leave quickly and the new year to arrive faster.

Pei Luonan processed the fish and sprinkled seasoning on it to marinate it.

When Pei Luonan was studying abroad, he was not used to foreign food, so he often cooked for himself with his classmates. Over time, his cooking skills improved a lot.

Today is New Year's Eve. He can cook a table of delicious dishes for Gu Fanxing and her grandmother, and the whole family can share the steaming hot meal. That kind of warmth and harmony is priceless, and he is honored.

Then, Pei Luonan picked up the kitchen knife and started cutting vegetables.

I saw the kitchen knife in his hand flying up and down, and the shreds cut by each knife were of uniform thickness and as delicate as a work of art.

Gu Fanxing was washing the vegetables and witnessed this scene, feeling a sense of respect in his heart.

She couldn't help but sigh: This Pei Luonan can call the shots in the business world, but I didn't expect that he can also handle the kitchen with ease. Is there anything this person can't do?"

Pei Luonan raised his eyes and met hers. The doting smile in his eyes was like the warm spring sun. "Just practice more. Practice makes perfect. Look, when you cut potato shreds like this, you need to pay attention to the strength and spacing, and strive to make the thickness uniform. This way, the heat can be even when stir-fried, and the taste can be crispy."

After saying that, he slowed down and demonstrated to Gu Fanxing.

Gu Fanxing picked up the knife and carefully cut the potato shreds, but the potato shreds in her hands were of different shapes and thicknesses. She looked at her "masterpiece" with a frustrated look, "I still can't cut it well."

Seeing this, Pei Luonan walked to her side and gently held her hand: "Don't worry, it's always like this at the beginning. Look, your hand should hold the knife like this, with just the right amount of force, and cut slowly."

Under his patient guidance, Gu Fanxing gradually found the feeling and the potato shreds he cut became more even.

After cutting the vegetables, start cooking.

Pei Luonan slid the braised pork into the pot and stir-fried it until its color gradually turned bright red and attractive.

Gu Fanxing watched intently, with curiosity and anticipation flashing in her eyes, "How long does it take to fry this braised pork until it is flavorful?"

Pei Luonan responded: "It needs to be simmered over low heat to allow the meat to fully absorb the flavor of the seasoning. It takes about half an hour. During this time, it needs to be turned over from time to time to prevent it from sticking to the pan."

Gu Fanxing nodded thoughtfully, staring at the braised pork in the pot slowly becoming darker in color and full of aroma.

Next, Pei Luonan decided to make a dish of sweet and sour pork ribs that Gu Fanxing liked.

He first blanched the ribs and set aside, then fried the sugar color and waited until the sugar turned into a golden brown caramel color and bubbles appeared densely.

Pei Luonan quickly poured the ribs into the pot and stir-fried them evenly, coating each piece of ribs with sugar color. At this time, the ribs took on an attractive caramel luster.

Then, he added the seasonings one by one and continued to stir-fry, allowing the ribs to fully absorb the aroma of the seasonings.

After stir-frying for a while, add appropriate amount of water to cover the ribs, cover the pot, and simmer on low heat.

Gradually, a rich sweet and sour aroma wafted from the kitchen, which whetted one's appetite.

Gu Fanxing couldn't help but take a deep breath and exclaimed: "This sweet and sour spareribs smells so good, it must be delicious."

Next, Pei Luonan started making scrambled eggs with shrimp.

While Pei Luonan was cooking other dishes, Gu Fanxing was also busy.

She moved around the kitchen, and the two of them worked together more and more tacitly, but laughter always lingered in the kitchen.

Gu Fanxing looked at Pei Luonan's busy back, and the haze in her heart gradually dissipated.

Pei Luonan occasionally looked back and his eyes met Gu Fanxing's. He would always give her a gentle smile full of affection and concern.

As each dish was completed, the kitchen was filled with the rich aroma of food.

Gu Fanxing looked at the table full of dishes, her eyes moistened, her heart filled with emotion, "Boss Pei, thank you for your hard work."

Pei Luonan smiled brightly and contentedly, "It's not hard, as long as you and grandma enjoy the meal, I will be satisfied."

At this moment, grandma walked into the kitchen with a staggering step. Seeing the table full of delicious food, the wrinkles on her face relaxed and she smiled with satisfaction, "Oh, you two children, you actually cooked such a delicious meal."

Pei Luonan hurried forward and said, "Grandma, Fanxing also contributed greatly and assisted me throughout the whole process. This New Year's Eve dinner is full of our respect and blessings for you, and I hope you will be happy."

Gu Fanxing walked quickly to her grandmother and took her arm affectionately, "Grandma, Happy New Year. I wish you good health and a cheerful smile in the new year."

Grandma patted her hands lovingly, "Happy New Year, my baby."

Pei Luonan also stepped forward, "Grandma, let's take the dishes to the restaurant and prepare to enjoy this New Year's Eve dinner."

After the food was served on the table and the dishes were set, Pei Luonan filled the drinks for Grandma and Gu Fanxing, and then raised his own cup with a sincere and warm look, "Grandma, Fanxing, in the past year, I am grateful that fate has brought you into my life. On this New Year's Eve, I hope we can spend a warm and unforgettable time together, and I also hope that in the new year, the road will be full of sunshine and warmth as before, and all troubles will be gone like smoke and clouds."

Gu Fanxing and her grandmother also raised their cups, and the three cups touched gently, making clear and pleasant sounds, as if ringing the bell of hope for the new year.

At this moment, the house is warm and overflowing with warmth. All the sorrows and pains are temporarily buried. Only the strong family affection remains like a spring breeze, and the unclear love is like a floating fragrance. Accompanied by the endless and deafening sound of firecrackers outside the window, we welcome the dawn and hope of the new year together.