I controlled the entire Zerg race with my superb culinary skills.

Xiao Mufeng forked a small, delicate piece of cake and held it to Chu Yang's lips, gesturing for him to try it.

He was the Crown Prince, and Chu Yang couldn't afford to offend him, so he had no choice but to obediently open his mouth and bite the small cake off the fork. It was smooth and chewy, with a crunchy breadcrumb filling inside, and tasted quite good.

After watching Chu Yang eat the cake, Xiao Mufeng smiled and forked another piece of the same cake into his own mouth. The cake tasted especially delicious today.

"Why didn't you inform me of Chu Yang's visit to Dixing so that I could have fulfilled my duty as a host?"

Looking into his golden eyes, Chu Yang felt a chill run down his spine, because those eyes were too intense, like someone staring at prey.

"Your Highness is already very busy, and I dare not disturb you."

Chu Yang poured him a cup of black tea, his mind only wanting to leave and go home as soon as possible.

"I've heard that Lord Chu Yang and the Wen family..."

"Your Highness! Those are all rumors. I, Chu Yang, am Chu Yang."

Hearing him bring up the topic again, Chu Yang paused, and his tone became slightly harsher.

Xiao Mufeng, who was holding a teacup, was startled by Chu Yang's sudden change in attitude, and his eyes narrowed slightly.

"Your Highness, the cake I ordered has been packed. Please excuse me, the children at home are waiting to eat it."

Chu Yang gave a polite smile, got up and walked out of the private room. After the door was closed again, Xiao Mufeng's expression immediately turned sinister.

An endless chill emanated from his golden eyes, and a crack appeared in the cup in his hand.

After a while, Xiao Mufeng returned to his usual gentle and refined demeanor, and the cup was gently placed on the table.

Only after they all left did the waiter dare to come in and clean up.

"Huh? This teacup is broken, and one of my custom-made high-end silver forks is missing."

When Chu Yang returned from the Imperial Star, he made a special trip to the market. He was in a good mood today and planned to prepare some hearty dishes.

I got back early, and apart from a few robotic insects, there were no other insects at home. It was a rare moment of leisure.

After changing into loose and comfortable home clothes, I picked up the tools from the tool shed in the backyard and went to my little vegetable garden to start replanting and harvesting.

The area of ​​the vegetable garden has now increased more than three times compared to before, and there are many kinds of vegetables. To make planting easier, Xu Le has also thoughtfully installed smart glass covers around the garden.

The temperature inside the entire glass enclosure is adjustable. When the weather is warm, the glass covers will automatically retract, allowing the vegetables to receive ample sunlight and rainwater.

Next to the vegetable garden is a small orchard, which contains many common fruits, so I can say that I have temporarily achieved fruit freedom.

The location here is quite remote, and currently only Chu Yang's family lives here. Looking at the villa next door that is almost abandoned, Chu Yang thinks he can buy it.

We'll level it all then, so we can grow even more vegetables and fruits.

At the same time, the garden can also be tidied up. The current garden is not well maintained and looks a bit messy. We can ask Wang Xingyu to draw up a design plan. The garden will definitely be beautiful when it is done this way.

Chu Yang sat under the eaves, carrying a basket of freshly harvested vegetables. A gentle breeze brushed his cheeks, and the fine beads of sweat on his forehead fell onto the back of his hands.

Perhaps feeling too comfortable, Chu Yang lay down under the eaves, his head resting on his hands, watching the clouds slowly drifting across the blue sky. He felt a wave of drowsiness wash over him, and his eyelids began to droop uncontrollably.

I was just thinking of taking a short nap, but when I opened my eyes, it was already dark.

Chu Yang was startled. He checked the time; they would be back soon.

I quickly got up, took the vegetables to the kitchen, washed them clean, and started preparing dinner.

I went to the market today and bought some fresh pig's trotters. I was thinking of making braised pig's trotters with soybeans.

Chop the pig's trotters into small pieces, then soak them in lightly salted water for ten minutes. This will effectively remove the blood and fishy smell. Rinse them thoroughly with clean water.

Put the washed pig's trotters into a pot of cold water, add scallions, ginger, and cooking wine, and boil to remove the scum. Then take out the pig's trotters and wash them clean with hot water. Do not use cold water, as cold water will cause the meat of the pig's trotters to shrink and affect the taste.

When I was learning to make this dish from my master chef, he specifically emphasized this point, which is the key to making delicious pig's trotters.

After washing the pig's trotters and draining them, stir-fry them in a pot to render the fat. Then add the seasonings, soaked soybeans, and a handful of rock sugar and stir-fry.

Finally, pour in an appropriate amount of hot water and wheat juice, add salt to taste, cover and simmer for an hour, then reduce the sauce over high heat.

A tender and flavorful braised pork trotters with soybeans is ready. Not only do the big bugs love it, but the little ones love it too, so I made a lot this time.

After preparing six dishes, I thought it was my kids coming back. But when I heard the noise and went out to see what was going on, it turned out to be Wang Xingyu and his two kids.

"Haha, it's better to be lucky than early, it smells so good."

Wang Xingyu smacked his lips, his eyes lighting up when he saw the pig's trotters.

"Let's eat something together?"

"Hehe, needless to say, coming here at this time is definitely to freeload a meal."

Just as they were talking, Shen Nanxi and the others returned. The three big tigers brought three little ones, and the house instantly became lively.

Especially Niannian, when she saw Baobao, she immediately pulled him to the corner of the sofa, took out a small, somewhat ugly pastry from her pocket and stuffed it into his hands.

"I made this during our cooking class today, and I specially saved one for you. Eat it quickly, but don't let your father see it, or he'll try to take it from you again."

Niannian spoke very seriously, and Baobao listened very attentively. He carefully wrapped the pastry in a handkerchief and put it into his pocket.

"Hey, why didn't you invite Li Hui to come and eat with us?"

Before entering the kitchen, Chu Yang glanced at Wang Xingyu. There were more bugs now, so he had to cook a few more dishes. He also had to make the cola chicken wings that Bao Bao liked.

"Haha, I sent him a message when I decided to come and freeload a meal. I'll come over right after I get off work."

Not long after, Li Hui arrived, and a whole roomful of insects gathered around the dining table, happily eating and talking.

"By the way, I want to buy that vacant villa next door, demolish it, and make it easier for me to grow more vegetables and fruits."

Chu Yang shared his idea, and everyone agreed.

"There's something else I need you to do. Help me draw up a design plan; I want to tidy up the garden."

While gnawing on a pig's trotter, Wang Xingyu stretched out his hand and made an OK sign, then patted his chest.

"The design drawings must be left to me."

After saying that, he turned to look at Li Hui and asked him expectantly.

"How about we buy a villa here too? We can come over for meals anytime, and it'll also help strengthen the bond between the kids."

Li Hui nodded without hesitation. Although this place was a bit remote, it wasn't far to fly there, and being neighbors with Chu Yang would definitely make it easier to get meals.

Xu Le and Li Hui are both action-oriented. After deciding to buy the villa, they contacted the original owner early the next morning, negotiated the price, and the villa changed owners that same morning.

After buying the villa, Wang Xingyu quickly produced the design drawings. Their villa was right next to Chu Yang's backyard villa, very close to Chu Yang's vegetable garden.

After receiving the design drawings, Xu Le immediately found a construction team and paid a large portion of the payment on the spot. This greatly excited the construction team members, giving them more energy to work.