Chapter 16: New Friends and the Dinner
"Xiangling, do you have anything to eat, we're going to starve to death!"
When Wang Daoyi and Xiangling were busy in the back kitchen, a dark blue figure pulled a white-clothed and blue-haired teenager into Wanmin Hall.
Xiangling was startled before looking at the man.
"Xingqiu, can you not be in such a hurry, scare me!"
"And Chongyun, have you gone out to kill demons again, why are you so sloppy!"
Wang Daoyi looked at the two of them.
One person was wearing a dark blue wide-sleeved shirt and shorts underneath, revealing slender white legs that many girls envied, a water-attribute divine eye hanging on his waist, dark blue hair reaching his chin, and some stains on his delicate little face now, as if he had crawled out of the carbon pile.
The other person was dressed in a white alchemist's suit, an ice god's eye was also hanging on his waist, his light blue hair was over his ears, and his small face, which was also full of stains, was smiling apologetically at Xiangling.
"Don't say it, I received news a few days ago that there were demons and evil in Wufu Slope, Chongyun and I thought about eliminating harm for the people, and rushed over overnight, but we looked for it in Wufu Slope for several days, and we didn't meet any demons, only a few wandering hilichurls!"
Xingqiu took the kettle on the side, naturally poured himself a glass of water, and then turned around and asked, "Chongyun, do you want it?" ”
Chongyun nodded, took the kettle in Xingqiu's hand, and poured himself a cup: "What did you receive the news, I think you lied to me and wanted me to go out with you!" ”
"What kind of going out to play, can you call it fun to eliminate harm for the people? This is chivalry, do you understand chivalry, you guy, always obsessed with martial arts, but you don't understand the realm of chivalry, you still need to practice more. ”
Xingqiu blushed and retorted, and then saw a young man in white standing behind Xiangling, watching him and Chongyun arguing.
"Ah, it turns out that there are guests here, Xiangling, why don't you remind us!"
As the second young master of the Feiyun Chamber of Commerce, Xingqiu has been known for his diligence and politeness since he was a child.
Xiangling glanced at Xingqiu, took out two towels from the cabinet next to her, and threw them to Xingqiu and Chongyun.
"Don't worry, Brother Dao is not an outsider, so he won't say much." Xiangling comforted Xingqiu, and then turned around to introduce Wang Daoyi, "Brother Daoyi, this is Xingqiu and Chongyun, and they are also my good friends." ”
Xiangling only introduced the names of the two, but did not introduce the identities of the two, for Xiangling, the identity is not important, the important thing is that the two are her friends.
Wang Dao nodded and smiled at the duo, "Hello, I'm a friend of Xiangling, Wang Daoyi, a scholar who has only recently settled in Liyue. ”
"In the Descending Autumn, the heir of the Guhua faction is a chivalrous man!"
"Chongyun, remove the Rubik's Cube!"
The two introduced themselves one after another.
"Xiangling and I are preparing a meal, you guys came just in time, let's eat together later!"
Although it is a banquet for Zhongli and Hu Tao, Xingqiu and Chongyun are not outsiders, and they also know Hu Tao, so it is not abrupt to stay and eat together, there are more people, and they can be a little lively.
"Okay, okay, is there anything we can do to help!"
Xingqiu nodded, and agreed for Chongyun, the two of them went out, and it was usually Xingqiu who took the idea.
Looking at the sky, it was almost dinner time.
"You hang up the sign that is temporarily closed first, and then come to help Brother Dao Yi wash the vegetables, Brother Dao Yi will help me cut the plate, and I will cook the dishes."
Xiangling commanded.
The two picked up the towel that Xiangling threw over, wiped their faces clean, and then began to get busy according to Xiangling's instructions.
Although one of the two was born in a wealthy businessman, and the other was born in a family of demon slayers, they did kitchen work, but they did not fall behind, and Xingqiu wrapped shrimp dumplings, which was unexpectedly good-looking, but I don't know why, when he gave the filling, he could always avoid those carrot dices.
Time passed, and soon the sun was setting down the hillside, and it was time for dinner again.
"Xiangling, Brother Dao, we're here!"
Before the jumping walnut entered the Wanmin Hall, the clear voice had already entered the kitchen.
Wang Daoyi heard Hu Tao's voice, and handed the cold dish in his hand to Chongyun, "You go on, I'll go meet them." ”
When I walked out of the kitchen, I saw Hu Tao jumping into Wanmin Hall, followed by the old fatherly Zhongli Keqing.
"Please sit down, the meal will be good in a while!"
Wang Daoyi led the two of them to their seats, and then went back to the kitchen, "Xingqiu, Chongyun, you help me greet Hall Master Hu and Zhongli Keqing, and I will help Xiangling finish the rest of the dishes!" ”
"Wow, Xingqiu, Chongyun, you're here too!"
Hu Tao was a little surprised that Xingqiu and Chongyun would be here, but they also chatted happily with the duo, mostly Xingqiu told about the journey of eliminating demons in Wufu Slope in the past few days, and Hu Tao exclaimed "wow" from time to time.
And Chongyun also talked to Zhongli softly, mostly some decree spells, and anecdotes from the fairy family.
It didn't take long for Xiangling to finish the last dish of the night.
"Serve the vegetables, go to the autumn and heavy clouds, come and help."
Pouring the last spoonful of hot oil over the boiled fish, Xiangling loudly beckoned the duo to help serve the food.
Although it was only a small dinner for six people, Xiangling still showed her skills as a little chef in Liyue.
Dishes with a variety of colors and aromas are served on the table, exuding an enticing atmosphere.
"Wow, it's so fragrant, Xiangling, you're amazing, come and post it!"
Hu Tao took a sip and threw himself at Xiangling.
Xiangling couldn't dodge it, and was caught by Hu Tao, "No, don't, save me!" ”
It's a pity that Guoba was attracted to Zhongli and was watching Zhongli next to Zhongli.
[It's you, old friend! 】
Zhongli looked at the pot, smiled, and reached out to touch the pot's head.
"Lulu~" seemed to be happy Zhongli touching himself, and the pot showed a happy smile, and his two small eyes narrowed into slits.
Looking at Xiangling, who was struggling to survive, Wang Daoyi smiled and grabbed Hu Tao's back collar and pulled her off Xiangling.
"Alright, let's have dinner!"
"Okay, let's eat!"
The duo, who had been hungry for a day, cheered and got moving!
Sitting next to Zhongli, Wang Daoyi pointed to the salt and pepper tofu in front of Zhongli, "Last time, Mr. Zhongli pointed out Xiangling's salt and pepper tofu, this time Xiangling specially used the sea salt of Guyun Pavilion that Mr. said, and asked Mr. to evaluate it again." ”
Xiangling next to her also showed an expectant look.
Zhongli nodded, stretched out his chopsticks, took a piece of tofu and put it in his mouth, and savored it.
"Oh, the fresh fragrance is delicious, the layering is clear, this salt and pepper tofu can be called the top grade!"
Hearing Zhongli's evaluation, Xiangling showed a satisfied smile, for a chef, there is nothing more fulfilling than a satisfied guest who was dissatisfied before!
"Really, really? I'll taste it! ”
Hu Tao on the side heard Zhongli's evaluation, stretched out his chopsticks, and quickly grabbed a piece of tofu.
"Ah, it feels the same as before, it's still so delicious!"
Obviously, Master Hu has no talent for gourmets, and for her, delicious is delicious, and there is no difference.
"Haha, Hu Tao, you still eat this, the boiled fish I specially prepared for you, and this, the shrimp dumplings in the autumn bag!"
Hearing Hu Tao's evaluation, Xiangling smiled slightly and sandwiched the shrimp dumplings into Hu Tao's bowl.
However, Xingqiu gave the same praise as Zhongli
"Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, it seems to be a little salty at first, but it is quickly diluted by the aroma of tofu, and there are indeed different layers, what Mr. Zhongli said is good, it is really the best quality."
As for Chongyun, oh, Chongyun doesn't eat hot food, and in front of him are specially prepared cold noodles and cold cuts, as well as a cream cake - ice mist - mint fortified version that Wang Daoyi tried in the morning.
In the staggered room, the wine and food are full, and the guests and hosts are happy.