After the separation, I took my whole family to eat delicious food and drink spicy

As they chatted, it was noon before they knew it. Mrs. Bai had already started preparing lunch in the kitchen.

Fortunately, when Yun Che and his companions came, they also took into consideration that Li Xiaoxiao's family didn't have much meat or vegetables, so they directly brought two large grass carps, a large piece of pork belly, and some other pastries from the town.

Seeing that it was already late, Li Xiaoxiao asked Yun Che and the others to sit down first and went to the kitchen to help.

At this time, Li Fang and Li Linlin also returned from outside, bringing back two baskets of fresh pig grass. Seeing that they had guests at home, they politely greeted Yun Che and the others one by one. Ouyang Xiu saw that they were smart, cute, and polite, and said that they were much better than the little brats at home. He also said that he would bring gifts for them next time he came. Li Fang and Li Linlin were so happy that they kept calling him "big brother" and said they would take him to see the bunnies they raised. Yun Che was even a little jealous of them. He thought to himself that he must bring more gifts to make them happy next time, so that his pursuit of his wife would be much smoother.

Li Xiaoxiao went to the kitchen and thought that since everyone liked to eat chopped pepper fish head and pickled fish, she might as well make them for them herself. Thinking that there was no pickled cabbage at home, Li Xiaoxiao hurriedly asked Bai to ask Aunt Chen for some to help. After hearing what Li Xiaoxiao said, Bai immediately put down her work and went out.

Li Xiaoxiao first processed and marinated the fish. She was going to make stir-fried pork with sour bamboo shoots and crispy pork belly. After cutting the pork belly into pieces, she called Li Fang and Li Linlin over to help her light the fire. Bai quickly took back the sauerkraut from Aunt Chen.

In the kitchen, Li Xiaoxiao moved swiftly. She first washed and chopped the pickled cabbage, then stir-fried it with pickled bamboo shoots, ginger, and garlic. The sour and spicy aroma instantly filled the entire small room, attracting Yun Che and others in the hall to glance sideways, with the corners of their mouths unconsciously raised.

Then, she put the marinated fish head into the pot. The golden oil jumped and the fish head was fried until golden on both sides. Then she added the fried sauerkraut and sour bamboo shoots and chili peppers, poured in boiling water, boiled it over high heat and then simmered it over low heat. Then she took out the sauerkraut and fish head and bones and put them away. Then she put the fish fillets mixed with egg white and cornstarch into the pot, boiled them and poured them out. Li Xiaoxiao sprinkled dried chili peppers and chopped green onions on it, poured hot oil on a large pot, and the sauerkraut fish was ready.

At this time, the fish head in the steamer had been steamed for five minutes. Li Xiaoxiao took out the fish head and poured out the water in the dish. Then she put homemade chopped pepper on it and steamed it for another three minutes. After taking it out of the pot, she poured hot oil on it. A pot of chopped pepper fish head with good color, aroma and taste was born under Li Xiaoxiao's skillful hands.

Elsewhere, preparations for the crispy pork belly were also underway. Li Xiaoxiao placed the pork belly skin-side down in hot oil, deep-frying it until golden and crispy. She then removed the pork belly, sliced it, and marinated it briefly in a special sauce before steaming it.

Li Fang and Li Linlin were stoking a fire in front of the stove, their little faces rosy in the flames, their eyes sparkling with curiosity and excitement. They frequently asked Li Xiaoxiao questions, such as why fish must be marinated first and why pork belly skin is fried. Li Xiaoxiao patiently answered each question, reminding them to be careful and not get too close to the fire.

As time passed, the aroma wafting from the kitchen became stronger and stronger, a mixture of the delicious fish, the sour and spicy sauerkraut, the oily fragrance of the pork belly, and the unique freshness of the sour bamboo shoots, which made people's taste buds enter a feast in advance.

Yun Che and the others could no longer hold back and stood up and walked towards the kitchen, wanting to find out what was going on.

"Oh, you are hungry so soon? Wait a little longer, it will be ready soon." Li Xiaoxiao greeted them with a smile, but her hands did not stop. She was busy stir-frying the fried sour bamboo shoots and marinated pork belly, striving to make every piece of meat evenly coated with the delicious sour bamboo shoots.

Finally, with the last dish plated, the sumptuous lunch was ready. Everyone gathered around the table, looking at the delicacies, and all admired Li Xiaoxiao's cooking skills. The chopped pepper fish head was fresh but not fishy, with just the right amount of sour and spicy. The pickled fish was tender and refreshing, with a rich broth. The crispy pork belly was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, without being greasy. The stir-fried pork with sour bamboo shoots was refreshing and refreshing. Each dish was truly delicious.

Ye Xiuyuan and Ouyang Mu couldn't stop eating. They praised as they ate, "Ms. Li, the food you cook is so delicious. This is the first time I've eaten such delicious food since I was a child. It's even better than what the chef at Xiangmanlou cooks. I wonder who will be lucky enough to marry you in the future." Ouyang Mu said exaggeratedly.

After hearing what Ouyang Mu said, Li Xiaoxiao just smiled and said nothing.

However, Yun Che, who was standing next to him, felt a sense of crisis after hearing Ye Xiuyuan's words. He thought that he had to speed up his pace, otherwise the girl would be caught up by others, and that would be a waste of time.

During the meal, everyone chatted and laughed happily. Yun Che even took the opportunity to express his gratitude and appreciation to Li Xiaoxiao. Although Li Xiaoxiao was a little shy, she was secretly happy. Ouyang Xiu and Lu Xuan made jokes from time to time to lighten the mood, making the entire lunch time full of laughter and joy.

After dinner, Li Fang and Li Linlin took Ouyang Xiu and Yun Che to see their rabbits. Li Xiaoxiao also took Yun Che and the others to see their own shrimp farm, explaining that the crayfish would be ready for market in May or June of next year. Following behind, Ouyang Mu and Ye Xiuyuan were stunned to hear that the crayfish were also from Li Xiaoxiao's hand. After realizing what was happening, they declared they needed to visit Li Village more often. Yun Che feigned a few coughs to remind them of their identities, and they finally gave up. The group enjoyed a rare leisurely moment, the atmosphere warm and harmonious.

As the sun set, it was time for Yun Che and his companions to depart. Before parting, Yun Che once again expressed his feelings to Li Xiaoxiao, promising to bring more surprises the next time he returned. Li Xiaoxiao gazed at his resolute gaze, a warm feeling welling up in her heart. She nodded gently, tacitly accepting his affection.

Watching Yun Che and his group leave, Li Xiaoxiao felt both reluctance and anticipation. She knew this relationship had only just begun, and there was still a long way to go.