The weak prince's queen

"The delicious food is here..." Chu Xiyue and Dong'er walked into the room carefully carrying the food. They walked lightly, afraid of spilling the food in their hands.

"Wow, what's that? It smells so good." Mo Feng smelled the aroma and immediately came over excitedly, his eyes full of anticipation. He couldn't wait to taste these delicacies.

Xiao Yichen's gaze also followed the voice and happened to meet Chu Xiyue's. Their gazes collided in the air, sparking a spark that instantly made the entire space a little ambiguous.

Chu Xiyue gently placed the food on the table, and then began to introduce each dish enthusiastically: "This is braised lion's head, pan-fried tofu, fish head tofu soup, sweet and sour spareribs, and stir-fried lettuce. Time is tight today, so let's just make do with this for now." There was a hint of apology in her tone, but more of it was confidence in her cooking skills.

"Is this what you call making do? It's so sumptuous! And this braised lion's head, is it really made from a lion's head?" Mo Feng asked curiously, his eyes wide open. He had never seen such a strange dish name before, and his heart was full of doubts.

"Haha... Of course not, it's just the name of a dish. Actually, it's made by mincing pork and lotus root together, kneading them into a ball, then pan-frying and braising them," Chu Xiyue explained patiently, a bright smile on her face. Her eyes sparkled, as if she were sharing a precious treasure.

"It's quite interesting." Xiao Yichen raised the corner of his mouth slightly, a hint of interest flashed in his eyes, and he stared at the dishes on the table with interest.

"Your Highness, please try it." Chu Xiyue looked at Xiao Yichen with a smile on her face, her eyes full of anticipation. She couldn't wait to see Xiao Yichen's evaluation of her cooking skills.

Seeing Chu Xiyue's enthusiasm, Xiao Yichen couldn't help but feel a surge of curiosity and anticipation. He knew this dish must have a unique charm to have Chu Xiyue so enthusiastically inviting him to try it. So, without hesitation, he extended his slender fingers, elegantly picked up a pair of chopsticks, and lightly picked up a lion's head, carefully placing it in his mouth.

As the soft, tender meat touched his tongue, a rich aroma instantly filled his mouth, blossoming like a blooming flower. Xiao Yichen closed his eyes slightly, savoring the exquisite flavor. The delicate texture of the meat was like silky satin, melting in his mouth with a gentle bite; the exquisite combination of seasonings was like a magnificent symphony, harmoniously interwoven, exuding a mouth-watering aroma; the perfect cooking temperature made the lion's head crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making every bite intoxicating.

Xiao Yichen chewed it carefully, feeling the delicious taste dancing on his tongue, like a feast for his taste buds. He opened his eyes, a look of satisfaction in his eyes, and nodded with a smile: "Well, not bad."

Hearing Xiao Yichen's praise, Chu Xiyue's face was filled with a happy smile, and her heart was filled with a sense of accomplishment. She knew that her efforts were not in vain, and being recognized by Xiao Yichen was the greatest satisfaction.

"Hmm, quite delicious." Xiao Yichen couldn't help but let out a sigh of praise. He opened his eyes and looked at Chu Xiyue, his eyes gleaming with satisfaction. "It really lived up to my expectations. This dish is very well made."

Hearing Xiao Yichen's praise, Chu Xiyue's face bloomed into a bright smile, and her eyes revealed a hint of pride and satisfaction. She knew that her efforts were recognized, and this feeling made her particularly happy.

"You two, stop standing and sit down and eat together," Chu Xiyue said, turning to Mo Feng and Dong'er. After spending some time together, she had come to understand that Xiao Yichen wasn't as cold and heartless as he appeared, but rather a kind-hearted person whose words could be a bit harsh. Therefore, she hoped everyone could share in the joy of this delicious meal.

Upon hearing this, Mo Feng and Dong'er both turned their gazes towards Xiao Yichen, seemingly waiting for his permission. After all, they knew the boundaries between master and servant, but they could hardly resist the temptation of delicious food.

"Your Highness...they're both our closest relatives, so why not? Don't you agree?" Chu Xiyue still looked at Xiao Yichen expectantly, trying to persuade him. Her words were filled with a gentleness and sincerity that made it hard for him to refuse.

Xiao Yichen pondered for a moment, then finally nodded. He understood Chu Xiyue's feelings, and Mo Feng had indeed been with him through thick and thin since childhood, always doing his utmost to protect him. So, why not let them enjoy this sumptuous meal together?

Mo Feng and Dong'er were overjoyed when they saw Xiao Yichen nod in agreement. They sat down without hesitation, picked up their chopsticks, and began to taste the food impatiently.

"This is delicious, Dong'er, eat quickly." Mo Feng did not forget to pick up some food for Dong'er while eating, with a happy smile on his face.

For a moment, the whole room was filled with laughter, and everyone's face was filled with happiness and satisfaction. The scene was like a beautiful painting, intoxicating and unable to extricate oneself.

Just as everyone was immersed in the joyful atmosphere, Xiao Yichen suddenly coughed a few times. The sound was neither loud nor soft, but it made everyone present stop what they were doing and their eyes focused on him.

Chu Xiyue's heart tightened, worried that she had acted too boldly and angered the prince. The others were equally nervous, not daring to breathe.

However, Xiao Yichen quickly broke the silence: "I just choked a little, it's nothing serious. You can continue to enjoy it."

Hearing this, everyone breathed a sigh of relief and picked up their chopsticks to eat again.

Chu Xiyue was still worried and asked with concern, "Your Highness, would you like to drink some soup to moisten your throat first? Or should I go get you a glass of water?"

Xiao Yichen smiled and shook his head, indicating that he was fine.

After they happily finished their meal, Mo Feng and Dong'er took the initiative to help clean up the dishes and left the room. Only Chu Xiyue and Xiao Yichen were left alone.

Chu Xiyue hesitated for a moment and then asked softly, "Your Majesty, are you not used to this way of dining?"

Xiao Yichen nodded frankly and replied, "It's true that I'm a little uncomfortable."

Chu Xiyue smiled and comforted him, "It's okay, you'll get used to it slowly! Only when we share food together can we taste its true deliciousness!"

"I have been eating alone since I was a child. My mother died early, and my father would occasionally accompany me for meals, but later my father also..." When Xiao Yichen said this, a trace of loneliness and sadness flashed in his eyes, and his voice became low.

Chu Xiyue's heart tightened when she heard him say that. She looked at Xiao Yichen distressedly and said softly, "We will all accompany the prince in the future."

Xiao Yichen was slightly startled. He looked up and looked into Chu Xiyue's determined yet gentle eyes. A warm current surged in his heart. He raised the corner of his mouth slightly, revealing a faint smile, and said softly, "Okay." Although he looked calm on the surface, in fact, a magnificent emotional storm had already been set off in his heart.