I'll be waiting for your return

  An put some chrysanthemum cakes on a plate, and then put the rest in a basket, which was hung over the well in the backyard.

  Back in the kitchen, An Yan was thinking about what to make for dinner.

  Yes, today I want to make a delicious eggplant dish, it's also a way to thank Su San for the two gifts he gave me.

  But what can eggplant be used for?

  Roux eggplant, roasted eggplant, garlic sauce eggplant, fish-flavored eggplant. And there's also eggplant noodles. Yeah, at night, cook a bowl of eggplant noodles for Su San as a midnight snack.

  After all, Su San has been busy all day today and should be very hungry when he comes back. At that time, she will cook a bowl of eggplant noodles for him, and he will be very touched, right? An Yan thought so, and took a vegetable basket to the backyard to pick some eggplants.

  To make a bowl of eggplant noodles, the eggplants don't need to be too many, An Yan just picked two small tender eggplants, then picked some green peppers, followed by some bean sprouts and cucumbers. Looking at the already full vegetable basket, An Yan turned around and went back to the kitchen.

  The eggplant noodles can wait, let's come back to it later. The top priority now is to get dinner ready first.

  In the past, she had been drifting outside for many years. Because of her grandmother's affairs, she couldn't let go and chose to exile herself, wanting to use the scenery along the way and the endless walking to alleviate the resentment in her heart. Therefore, within a few short years, she traveled through mountains and rivers, saw too many local customs, and tasted countless delicious dishes. She would even seriously learn about each local snack she liked. Only at that time, although the food was delicious, it still felt like something was missing.

  Nowadays, even if it's just radish and cabbage, she can taste a different flavor. Perhaps the taste is secondary, warmth is the most important thing.

  She was reminiscing about the places she had been to in her past life with some emotion, while quickly and skillfully making dinner.

  She quickly made three dishes and one soup. Although the Bai family had many mouths to feed, there weren't many dishes at each meal, but the quantity of each dish was substantial. The Bai family often used small wooden basins to serve food, and looking at a large basin would sometimes make An Yan feel like she was eating in a cafeteria.

  Smoke is rising gently, and people who went out to work have also returned.

  Bai Ping and Bai An were both sweating profusely, their bodies naturally covered in dirt. Su San, on the other hand, was still carrying a hoe, his face as expressionless as a brick, looking more like he was overseeing the work rather than doing it himself. Madame Liu was holding a lunchbox and water bottle, walking alongside Xiuniang, chatting with her as they went, seemingly discussing something amusing, both of them laughing as they walked.

  Anwen heard the noise outside, put down the chopsticks in her hand, and walked to the door. At that moment, she saw such a picture of returning home. The unspoken fullness and satisfaction made her think in her heart, one day Su San went out to work in the fields, and she waited with the children at the door, waiting for him to come back together for dinner. Maybe this is also a kind of happiness that is most ordinary and real.

  Looking at Su San, An Yan's gaze had undergone a change. The indifference and distance faded away, leaving behind a subtle ambiguity and expectation. However, in her heart, there was only expectation. She had experienced too much, and what she believed in was the gradual development of feelings over time. What she wanted was to be together through thick and thin, and what she desired was the simplest form of happiness.

  Su San was originally walking along, but suddenly had a movement in his heart, looked up and saw An Yan's soft gaze falling on himself.

  This feeling, this scene, calmed his mind and made him want to stay in this moment forever. Was it really her standing by the door, just waiting for him? If that day ever came, he would surely walk quickly to her side, tell her it's windy, and take her inside, reminding her not to wait at the door again. But when he returned home, his heart would still be expecting her to be standing at the door, waiting for him. This complex and yearning emotion wrapped around Su San's heart like a thin silk thread, leaving him unsure of how to express it or grasp it.

  You're back, go wash your hands first, dinner is already ready.

  Yeah, today is my cousin-in-law cooking, so we are in for a treat.

  Bai Ping's face, which had been somewhat tired, suddenly regained its spirit as soon as he heard An Yan's words. His eyes sparkled brightly. Bai An, who was standing beside him and hadn't spoken a word, also had a noticeably softer expression.

  An Yan saw the two brothers looking expectant and her heart softened slightly, but she shook her head and said: "We can't have dinner for now."

  Why?

  One listen can't open the meal, Bai Ping immediately hung down his face. He had been planting radishes for a day and was really hungry at this time. The delicious food was right in front of him, but he couldn't eat it, this kind of torture was really too cruel.

  Seeing Bai Ping's pitiful appearance, An Yan couldn't help but burst out laughing: Mother and Auntie haven't returned yet, so we can't have dinner for the time being.

  I'll go take a look.

  The young woman held the child and turned around to go find Wang Shi and Bai Shi, but saw that the two people she was looking for were walking towards her hand in hand.

  Wang saw so many people standing at the door and couldn't help but laugh: "This can't all be for the two of us, can it?"

  Saying that, he turned his head and smiled jokingly at Bai Shi: "We two old men have grown old, but it's these young folks who are still stuck on us."

  When she heard this, Bai's face, which had always been gloomy and unhappy, also showed a smile.

  An Yan took a look at Bai Shi and found that Bai Shi's complexion was white with a hint of pink, and her eyes were also brighter than before, no longer as dull and dim as they used to be. It seemed that Aunt bringing Mother out for a walk was the right thing to do.

  An spoke with a smile as she walked to Bai's side, warmly holding onto Bai's arm and softly saying: Mother and Aunt went somewhere today, they looked very happy.

  As soon as Wang heard An's words, he happily said: We went to the village chief's house, and at that time, the village chief's daughter-in-law was embroidering. The village chief's daughter-in-law is very famous in Green Bamboo Village, not only beautiful, kind and generous, but also extraordinary embroidery skills. However, after your mother went there today, she just chatted with her for a few needles of guidance, and let the village chief's daughter-in-law, Yunniang, surrender. And then, Yunniang asked your mother to stay and guide her more. At dinner time, Yunniang and the village chief's family even tried every means to keep us two for dinner. My wife and I had to use a lot of tongue to get out of the village chief's house. The village chief is just too enthusiastic and polite.

  It was the village chief's house, and An Yan immediately thought of Old Village Chief Zuo Liang, that wise and tolerant old man. When the White family was at its most desperate, and she didn't know where to go or what to do, it was this old village chief who pointed out a clear path for her. This kindness, she had never been able to forget, nor did she dare to forget. Only, she knew that if she were to go to the village chief's house to speak of repaying his kindness, that would truly be blaspheming against the old village chief's generous and righteous heart. She only wished for the village chief's family to be safe and sound, happy and healthy.

  If something really happens, she will certainly not stand by and do nothing, but will treat it as her own business and work hard.

  When An Yan was slightly distracted, Bai Shi had already pulled her forward, preparing to head home for dinner.

  Today's meal was relatively simple, but everyone ate quickly and happily. Maybe it was because of the labor, or maybe it was because of the cheerful mood.

  As everyone had almost finished eating, An Xuan smiled and said: I took Pang Ya to the mountain today to pick some chrysanthemums, then made some chrysanthemum cakes. Everyone try them and see how they taste.

  As soon as he finished speaking, everyone's face changed slightly, while Fatso looked very excited.

  An softly got up and went to the kitchen, bringing out the chrysanthemum cake that had been prepared long ago.

  Pentagonal star shape, pale blue in color, slightly transparent, very refreshing, making everyone's mouth water and wanting to taste it.

  Although I haven't tried it yet, just looking at its appearance makes me drool. It must be delicious, even someone like me who doesn't like sweets or pastries wants to eat it.

  Bai Ping looked at that small and delicate chrysanthemum cake, smiling as he spoke.

  An softly placed the chrysanthemum cake in the center of the dinner table, but her eyes didn't look very satisfied. This was because there were no molds here and some seasonings were also missing, otherwise it would have been even more exquisite and fragrant. However, fortunately, pollution was less in ancient times, and the chrysanthemums were even more refreshing and nose-twitching, making the chrysanthemum cake taste not at all inferior to modern ones, which was a delightful thing.

  An Yan pushed the chrysanthemum cake in front of Wang Shi and Bai Shi, smiling and saying: Mother, aunt, try some.

  Wang looked at it and handed a piece over in the direction of Pang Ya, "Here, Pang Ya, try some."

  Xiao Pang looked at the delicious chrysanthemum cake, swallowed her saliva, and said obediently: "Just now in the kitchen, Xiao Pang has already eaten a lot. Grandma, aunt, father, mother, little uncle, and aunt have not eaten yet, you eat first, Xiao Pang will wait until you finish eating."

  Fatwa said such a long sentence in one breath, which made everyone stunned.

  It's also true that looking at Xiao Xiao's small eyebrows and eyes, I just feel that this child is really sensible, making people love her to the core of their heart.

  Wang was also moved, and instead of handing the chrysanthemum cake to Pang Ya again, he invited everyone to try some. After everyone had taken a piece, Wang handed one to Pang Ya.

  The little girl immediately happily accepted it, sat there, eating slowly, occasionally squinting her eyes, with a look of enjoyment, and everyone couldn't help but smile.

  Everyone tasted the flavor and couldn't stop praising it.

  I've lived for more than half of my life and I didn't know that chrysanthemum could be made into such a delicious cake.

  Wang was eating delicious chrysanthemum cake and couldn't help but sigh with emotion.

  But Bai's eyes were slightly lowered, with a hint of acidity and sweetness in his gaze, thinking to himself that this was indeed his daughter, his brocade...

  It's really delicious, if this is sold, customers will go crazy for it.

  When Bai Ping said this, An Yan couldn't help but laugh and scold: Where is it so exaggerated, just talking nonsense.

  Bai Ping heard An Yan's words, but his face turned serious and he said solemnly: What I'm saying is the truth, this chrysanthemum cake is really delicious. Don't believe me? Ask everyone else, see who says it doesn't taste good. Su San, you tell me, isn't this chrysanthemum cake delicious?

  Su San was eating chrysanthemum cake, and didn't expect Bai Ping to ask him suddenly. He calmly swallowed the chrysanthemum cake in his mouth, then thought seriously for a long time before responding: Not bad, there's profit to be made.

  Alright, An Yan was defeated by him, and waiting for his answer was really not easy. But getting that six-word evaluation from him was also truly not easy. Because of Su San's six-word evaluation, An Yan felt an unknown sweetness in her heart, with starlight shining brightly in her eyes, sparkling and flashing.

  Unfortunately, Su San was completely absorbed in the chrysanthemum cake and didn't notice anything. If Zhang Jun were here at this moment, he would definitely scold Su San for being an idiot. This is a great opportunity to make the beauty even happier and increase her good impression of him. Unfortunately, Su San was just that person who seemed like a war god on the battlefield, unmatched in the world. In life, in emotions, Su San was really an idiot, often making mistakes and doing some ridiculous and strange things.

  It is indeed profitable if used properly.

  Bai An said in a low voice, "Making good use of it means being envied by others and using it well." After the incident with Zhu Ye Qing, the Bai family understood a truth: even if you know you can make money, you can't rush forward recklessly. Often, at the end point, there are traps waiting for you.

  Wang also furrowed his brow and thought for a moment before saying: "Or maybe it's like a whip?"

  After selling the bamboo shoots, the Bai family all tasted the sweetness. Although the profit was not as great as that of the bamboo leaves, it won in stability and safety.

  It's like whipping a bamboo shoot, it's not impossible, but once or twice is okay, three or four times and you'll inevitably attract attention. Therefore, that method isn't a long-term solution either.

  An nodded slightly and said seriously: Perhaps we can cooperate with the Zhao family and the county magistrate.

  Suddenly hearing the county magistrate's name, Wang's face immediately turned pale as paper, her lips trembling slightly, and she said anxiously: Jinxiu cannot do it, that county magistrate is ruthless and not a good person. If we cooperate with him, we will not have a good outcome.

  Wang thought of Bai Qi at this time and felt a pang in his heart.

  An Yan's heart suddenly felt like it had been scratched by a sharp blade, piercing through her mind, but she still spoke calmly and seriously: "Aunt, do you remember Wei Li?"

  Wang heard this and was stunned, saying: Of course I remember, it's that guy who forgot the kindness and also one of the culprits who harmed us. But didn't that evil person get his retribution a few days ago and was exiled?

  When it comes to this, An Yan couldn't help but sneer, all of which were done by me and my elder cousin. If we really hoped that the heavens would open their eyes and punish him, then that was just self-deception. If the heavens had really opened their eyes, how could there have been our White family's previous tragedy?

  As soon as the words fell, a huge wave was stirred up on the dinner table immediately.

  What's going on, Jinxiu Ping'er? You're actually...

  Mr. Wang's body trembled instantly, and a wave of fear surged into his heart.

  Bai also suddenly looked up at An Yan, secretly admiring her bravery and strategy. Although he didn't know what method she used to achieve this, just thinking about it made him realize that a lot of effort had been spent on it.

  Bai An's face was full of shock, he couldn't believe that his usually carefree big brother and this seemingly weak cousin had actually done such a big thing in secret.

  Liu and Xiūniáng were also stunned, staring blankly at Bái Píng and ānyán, slowly digesting this shocking and inexplicable news in their hearts.

  Her calm and peaceful eyes fell on An Yan, with a hint of confusion, unsure why An Yan had suddenly brought up this matter.

  An received a puzzled glance from Bai Ping, but she just nodded secretly towards him, indicating that she had her own plan.

  Bai Ping quietly sat there, waiting for An Yan's handling after getting a reassuring response.

  It's better to think that hiding these things is useless, because Auntie will find out sooner or later. The fact that I am the Brocade God Doctor will probably be known by Auntie tomorrow or the day after tomorrow. In recent days, Auntie hasn't been going out much, and everyone has been worried about the situation at the Liu's house, so they haven't heard any rumors yet. But once things settle down, she'll naturally find out. Since it's inevitable that she'll know eventually, why not make it clear now? This way, Auntie can also be reassured. Besides, she hopes to get everyone's support.

  There's another important reason, which is the launch of chrysanthemum products, an agreement she made with Young Master Zhao and the county magistrate's wife. This is an opportunity for the Bai family to start accumulating wealth. With money, everything else will be easy to handle. So, it was suddenly decided that today would be a good day to openly discuss this matter and let everyone prepare themselves mentally.

  After a while, everyone digested this news and slowly calmed down, starting to think about other issues.

  Wang said worriedly: "How can Zhao's family and the county magistrate cooperate with us in good faith, knowing our identities and the past grievances between our two families?"

  An Yan heard Wang's words, her heart slightly aching and joyful. Her aunt was not questioning why she had collaborated with the enemy at this time, but rather worried that collaborating with the enemy would be fraught with danger.

  It was just a sentence of concern that almost made An Yan shed tears. No need for earth-shattering or sensational, just such trivial matters moved An Yan inexplicably.

  She slightly lowered her head, holding back the tears in her eyes, and then raised her head again. Her voice was a little hoarse as she said: This matter is related to Wei Li. I designed it so that the county lord's wife would shift the blame for the White family's affairs onto Wei Li. Let them believe that our White family is innocent, and then they will cooperate with us at ease. As for Wei Li, he was also part of my plan, and the county lord had him eliminated. Actually, this matter started from when Old Master Zhao fell ill, until we finalized our cooperation.

  Then An Yan carefully told everyone about the cause and effect of the matter, including his own plan, so that everyone would be prepared.

  Everyone who heard it was amazed. The notice of seeking medical treatment, the divine art of medicine, the clever separation, and the pursuit of cooperation all sounded simple when spoken, but every single one made people hard to believe. Even Bai An, who had read extensively, couldn't help but take a deep breath at this moment. He had to admit that he was not as cautious and knowledgeable as he thought, and was surpassed by a young woman. However, in his heart, there was no resentment, only admiration and conviction.

  This is really like plotting against a tiger, but your aunt supports you.

  After listening to An Yan's description, Auntie sank into deep silence for a while before finally smiling and saying this one sentence to An Yan.

  An Yan knew that his aunt was not worried, but had no way out. Now that they have discussed cooperation with the Zhao family and the county magistrate, if they give up halfway, they will be resented. And because of Wei Li's affairs, when Wu Kai returns, the White family will also be in trouble. Only by cooperating with the Zhao family and the county magistrate can they protect the White family wholeheartedly.

  An Yan also knew that the White family was in a difficult situation, feeling very guilty and couldn't help but choke with sobs: Aunt, it's my fault. When I saw Wu Kai that time, I couldn't control the resentment in my heart, so I designed this whole thing, not thinking that it would lead the White family into such an embarrassing situation.

  Upon hearing An Yan's words, Xiū Niáng hastily spoke up: "No, I also have a share in this. This matter is something that I know about and support."

  Bai An's eyes widened in shock as he looked at Xiū Niáng, taking in her tear-stained cheeks and stubborn expression. His heart was racing. He suddenly remembered how every time his brother and Jin Xiu went out, it was always Xiū Niáng who told them where to go. Bai An gazed at Xiū Niáng, his heart filled with emotion. He knew she was just an ordinary woman who wanted to live an ordinary life, so why would she get entangled in all those complicated relationships? She only did this for him and the White family's revenge.

  Bai An stretched out his hand and tightly grasped Xiū Niáng's hand under the table. Xiū Niáng turned her head in surprise to look at Bai An, but just happened to see him smiling at her, and the gratitude in his eyes shone like starlight into Xiū Niáng's heart, making her feel that doing anything for her husband was worthwhile.

  It has nothing to do with me persisting, and it's unrelated to my female cousin or younger siblings.

  Bai Ping also hastily stood up, and everyone rushed to take responsibility for what had happened.

  Wang saw them like this, suddenly laughed, it's also good, otherwise, a lifetime of guilt and resentment, do not know when it will end. Maybe, what you are doing is right, one day the great revenge will be avenged, and the White family will rise again.

  Tears welled up in Wang's eyes, and An Yan listened with a heavy heart. She knew she shouldn't be like this, but if time could flow backwards, she might still do the same thing. She couldn't bear to see Wei Li, who had caused her uncle's death, living so recklessly, nor could she continue living in silence, allowing her second brother to become so decadent. She wanted to slowly change all of this, to avenge her uncle, and to let her second brother take the imperial examination, not disappointing the expectations of his many years of study and the hopes of the Bai family.

  Aunt, Jinxiu won't let you down...

  A thousand words and phrases, ultimately turning into this one promise.

  Wang's age is advanced, and she has no other desires. Since this is the children's choice, she can only silently support them. As long as the children are happy, that's all that matters, and she will have no regrets.

  The storm has passed and everyone is now discussing the chrysanthemum cake.

  This chrysanthemum cake will definitely sell well, and we'll be able to make a lot of money from it.

  Liu smiled and looked at the chrysanthemum cake, saying with full of hope.

  Not only chrysanthemum cake, but also chrysanthemum tea, chrysanthemum wine brewing, chrysanthemum pillow and so on. At that time, make a series of chrysanthemum products. My plan is to try to finish before the Double Ninth Festival, and launch it in two days during the festival, taking the initiative.

  That's good news, business will definitely be booming.

  White flat palm and smiled, with a hint of subtle smile in his eyes.

  What should we do then?

  Wang watched the children with great enthusiasm and said he wanted to help while speaking on the side.

  An said after some thought: We are only responsible for production, and the actual sales will be handled by the Zhao family. The Zhao family has many shops in Hsinchu County, so the problem of selling is easily solved. We just need to take care of production, and sourcing is also easy to say, find a day to pick all the chrysanthemums on the slope. Now, the only thing left is the labor issue. This needs to be kept confidential before sales start, so it's a bit troublesome.

  If it were just the Bai family, it would not be enough. Xiūniáng needs to take care of the children, and Bái Píngbái ān and Sū Sān are both men, so they can't help much with such delicate matters. Although Bàishì and Wángshì can help, after all, they are older and it's not good for them to overexert themselves. Calculating this way, the manpower is somewhat insufficient.

  Otherwise, find a reliable wife in the village to help?

  Wang hesitated for a moment before speaking up and looked at An Yan, waiting for her response.

  An thought about it and felt that it should be fine. At that time, some key steps, just take care of them yourself.

  After thinking about it this way, An felt much more at ease and smiled as he said to Wang, "Alright then, Auntie can go find around five reliable wives or mothers-in-law."

  Wang's family got the words of comfort, and then they started thinking about it. First, Chunniang from Zhang's family is very reliable, and Song Shu and our family have a good relationship, she is also a reliable person. There are only two here, if there are three more, I will think carefully again.

  An Yan couldn't help but smile when he heard the two names mentioned by Wang Shi, as it so happened that he was familiar with both of them.

  What about me, Bai An and Su San?

  Bai Ping thinks manpower is not a problem, how can it be insufficient?

  You three big men still go plant radishes, after two months, we can start making dried radish to sell.

  Planting radishes is a trivial matter for Bai Ping, but for Bai An and Su San, it's a bit of a boring task. However, there's no choice, making those fancy dishes like chrysanthemum cake and chrysanthemum wine is even more unbearable. So, the three big men can only honestly prepare to continue planting radishes tomorrow.

  These things were temporarily settled like this, and everyone dispersed and returned to their rooms.

  An Yan took over the task of washing dishes with one hand, and the crowd couldn't argue with her, so they followed An Yan.

  An Yan was clearing the table while observing Su San's movements, and found that he went towards the direction of the gate alone. Suddenly, An Yan quickly put down the bowl and chopsticks in his hand and ran towards Su San's direction.

  He can't not come back, she's prepared to cook diced noodles for him.

  Su San was preparing to go to the waterfall on the mountain to take a bath, but before he even left the door, he heard footsteps approaching him. He turned around in confusion and saw An Yan running quickly towards him.

  In just a few breaths, An Yan arrived in front of Su San, her small face flushed red. At this time, she was standing still, slightly panting.

  Huh?

  Su San nodded slightly in confusion, her eyes quietly surging.

  An Yan hastily asked: Su San, where are you going? When will you be back?

  When asking questions, An's eyes sparkled brightly.

  Looking at those bright eyes like stars, Su San's eyes deepened, and he uncomfortably turned his head away, then said in a low voice: I'll go to the waterfall on the mountain to take a bath, and I'll be back in an hour.

  It's been an hour, and by that time, it should be digested. Just thinking about this, An Yan felt great, with a curved brow and eyes, she said to Su San: You go early and come back early, be careful on the road ah. Also, I'll wait for you at home.

  I'm waiting for you at home, this sentence has a kind of implication...

  Su San couldn't help but feel a surge of heat, his body following suit and becoming uncontrollable. Originally wanting to stay behind and chat with the young woman for a bit longer, Su San now had no choice but to hastily say: "Mm, I'll be back soon, I'm going first."

  After finishing speaking, Su San didn't dare look at An Yan's beautiful face again and turned to head towards the direction of the big mountain.

  Anwen watched Su San leave, thinking to herself that he was quite bold to go take a bath on the mountain in the middle of the night. She shook her head and went back to washing dishes.

  On the other side, Su San was walking with a burning sensation. Feeling that he had already walked out of An Yan's line of sight, he immediately displayed his lightness skill, toe-tapping on the ground, and quickly flew over. In just an instant, he had already arrived at the edge of the waterfall.

  The waterfall was still rumbling and flowing, with crystal clear water flying down from above. The momentum was quite magnificent. Standing beside the waterfall, Su San felt that the heat on his body had dissipated a lot. He took off his clothes, revealing a bronze-colored athletic physique.

  Su San had been fighting for many years, so his figure was naturally very good, with beautiful lines and well-proportioned muscles.

  He walked quickly to the bottom of the waterfall, letting the icy water of the waterfall hit him. The force and coldness of that moment made Su San involuntarily sigh out loud.

  The waterfall was washing over him, but in Su San's mind, a beautiful and elegant figure flashed by. He felt that between them, there was always an unbridgeable distance. Just when he thought they were about to get close, they would inexplicably drift apart again. But today, she had taken the initiative to approach him and said she would wait for his return. In that moment, all his imagination was filled with the most beautiful possibilities. However, at this moment, being hit by the icy water flow, he suddenly became somewhat sober. After such a long contact, he also knew that she was not someone who would easily give in to emotions. But he also knew that once she made up her mind, she would devote everything and treat him with sincerity.

  As soon as he thought of the little woman, he felt a burning sensation all over his body. After soaking in the waterfall for half an hour, he finally extinguished that heat and restlessness. Calculating the time, it was about time to head back. Su San quickly washed the clothes he had taken off under the waterfall, wrung them out, and put them back on.

  He put on his clothes and Su San once again employed his lightness skill, darting back and forth in the mountains. The night wind gently blew against him, quickly drying the wet clothes on his body.

  He returned to the Bai family home, hurrying back to his and Xiaofang's room, only to find it pitch black inside, with no sign of Xiaofang. Just as he was puzzled, a series of footsteps accompanied by a fragrant scent approached.

  He turned around and saw a little woman smiling with a bowl of steaming noodles coming over.

  An saw that he had returned, and her eyebrows immediately rose with joy. She put the noodles on the table, lit the oil lamp, and then beckoned Su San: "This is a special dish of eggplant noodles I made for you, come quickly and try some."

  Su San's heart almost melted, watching the woman he liked making a midnight snack for him. The feeling was warm and touching. Looking at the green-clothed woman with a gentle smile, Su San's usual stern expression softened, and under the moonlight, it seemed to radiate a warm glow. He obediently followed her words and slowly walked over to sit down at the table. Looking at the steaming hot noodles on the table, he felt warmth in his heart.

  Only seeing the white noodles, smelling the fragrance, even if he didn't usually care about food, this time hearing and seeing it, his fingers were itching to eat. He picked up a pair of chopsticks and started eating. Indeed, just like what he saw, the taste was extremely good.

  An Wen watched him eating with big mouthfuls, and a sense of satisfaction arose in her heart. She sat opposite him, smiling gently, and said softly: "Thank you for the two gifts, I didn't know what to give you at first, so I specially made a bowl of noodles for you. This is eggplant noodles, mainly eggplant and noodles. I remember that you like eating eggplants very much."

  Su San was originally eating happily, but after hearing An Yan's words, the mouthful of noodles that had not yet been swallowed got stuck in his throat, neither going down nor coming back up.

  At the sight, she hastily poured a cup of water and watched as Su San drank it down, swallowing the food whole. After smoothing out her breath, she scolded: "Look at you eating so hastily, what's the point? No one is competing with you for food. Eat slowly, if you like it, I'll make it for you every day from now on."

  Su San felt like crying but had no tears, looking at the remaining half bowl of eggplant noodles, he thought it was like a bowl of poison that made him hard to swallow.

  What was originally thought to be extremely delicious, after knowing that there were eggplants in it, the taste became completely different. He suddenly stopped there, holding his chopsticks and staring blankly at the noodles in the bowl.

  An Yan looked at his strange behavior and said hastily: What's wrong? I was just talking casually. Don't stand there, hurry up and eat!

  When he heard An Yan's words, Su San raised his head and stared at An Yan with a look of wanting to speak but hesitating.

  What's wrong, can't eat anymore?

  An softly furrowed her brow and looked at Su San with concern.

  Su San originally wanted to confess that he couldn't eat eggplant, and one bite would make him want to vomit. At this moment, he had already felt the surging in his stomach. If it weren't for his strong willpower controlling him, he might have fallen to the ground and vomited violently at this moment. But all the words he wanted to say disappeared under An Yan's slightly furrowed brow.

  No, it's too delicious, I couldn't bear to eat it just now, but I'll eat it right away.

  Su San's face was smiling, but her heart was churning with discomfort.

  She smiled and said: Since you like eating so much, I'll cook for you every night from now on.

  When he heard those words, Su San directly bit his tongue, and the pain made his mouth twitch. He slightly raised his eyes, looking at Jia Ren's delighted expression, and immediately swallowed all his discomfort. As his stomach churned, he continued to eat noodles calmly on the surface. Occasionally, he even had to put on a delighted face to make Jia Ren smile...