Chapter 668 - 670: A Whole Table of Bugs

Chapter 668: Chapter 670: A Whole Table of Bugs

Jin Qianqian took a deep breath, then said to Lidong beside her, "Go and see what dishes the Young Master ordered.

Keep the suitable ones, and replace the unsuitable ones."

’I’m just worried I’ll be facing a whole table of bugs. I’d better have someone check first.’

’Still, she held on to a sliver of hope that this was a sign of her son’s affection, that he had ordered a few delicious dishes for her.’

When Lidong came in with a strange expression on her face, Jin Qianqian guessed the outcome. "The Master has also been working hard lately. He’s more deserving of our son’s show of affection.

Have the kitchen stir-fry a few more dishes and send them all to the front."

As for what these bugs looked like when cooked? Jin Qianqian felt she wasn’t that curious.

"Madam, aren’t you going to take a look?" Lidong’s eyes were still filled with terror. "It’s not right to send it over like this..."

"Don’t worry, your Master is a worldly man," Jin Qianqian said with a mischievous smile. "We’ll be staying here for a few years, so we’ll have to encounter these things sooner or later. This is a good chance for him to get an idea of what to expect."

Lidong wanted to persuade her further, but Jin Qianqian cut her off. "Go to the kitchen and, while you’re there, tell them I want to eat something light today. Just some white rice porridge with a side of salted vegetables will be fine."

She figured she wouldn’t have an appetite for the rest of the day, so she opted for the simplest meal.

...

Ancient Wen Heng finished packing up and was about to head to the back office when Housekeeper Xu entered with servants carrying food boxes.

"Why are you bringing food here today?" Ancient Wen Heng found it a bit odd. He hadn’t said he would be dining at the government office today.

Xu Dawang looked up and said sheepishly, "These are the dishes the Young Master bought from outside. The Madam asked me to deliver them to you, Master."

Ancient Wen Heng smiled and said, "Since Luo Luo brought them back, the whole family should eat together.

I don’t have much to do this afternoon anyway. Let’s take these dishes to the back courtyard. It’s more lively when the family eats together."

The head of the household had spoken, so Xu Dawang could only lead his men to follow him back to the residence.

Jin Qianqian was currently savoring her white rice porridge and pickled vegetables. Gu Ben Can had long since had his nanny meticulously prepare a special meal for him.

As for Gu Benluo, he had already sent word that he would be eating out for lunch today.

When Ancient Wen Heng walked into the dining hall with his men, Jin Qianqian nearly choked on her porridge. "Why are you back?"

Ancient Wen Heng glanced at the porridge in her hands. "Since when have things become so difficult for our family that the Madam has to fill her stomach with rice porridge?"

Jin Qianqian picked up a piece of pickled vegetable to whet her appetite. "I suddenly lost my appetite and wanted something light.

Didn’t the housekeeper bring you your food? Why did you come back?"

"How could I enjoy our son’s show of affection all by myself?" A glint of amusement flashed in Ancient Wen Heng’s eyes, but his tone was exceptionally sincere. "So, I had them bring the food over for the two of us to enjoy our child’s kindness together."

Only then did Jin Qianqian notice the familiar food boxes behind him. She shot up from her seat. "A pity you’re too late. I’m already full.

In fact, I ate a little too much. I’m going to the back courtyard to walk it off. You take your time and enjoy."

Just as she was about to escape, Ancient Wen Heng moved faster, putting an arm around her shoulder. "How could that little bit of porridge be filling?

You have to eat at least a little with me. If you find it delicious, we can have Luo Luo get the Shopkeeper to come over next time. We could set up a long-term order."

Jin Qianqian shook her head. "Let’s not trouble the boy. He has so much homework to do.

Besides, I brought staff with me this time. It’s about time we get Tianfu Restaurant up and running."

Ancient Wen Heng pushed her back into her seat as Xu Dawang and the others began opening the boxes and setting out the dishes.

Jin Qianqian could only cover her face in despair. ’This is truly a case of lifting a rock only to drop it on my own foot. If only I had known, I would have had them destroy all of this.’

Ancient Wen Heng held back a laugh. "Go on, take a look. I’m sure you’ll like all of it."

The little person inside Jin Qianqian’s head was shaking its head frantically. She really did not have such hobbies.

"At least take one look. If there’s something you like, I’ll serve you some. Otherwise, I’ll just have to choose for you." Ancient Wen Heng’s voice was laced with amusement now, and Jin Qianqian immediately sensed that something was off.

She lowered her hands. "So you knew all along. You’re just teasing me, aren’t you?"

Ancient Wen Heng gestured for her to look at the dishes on the table. "Look. Do you really not like them?"

Jin Qianqian mustered her courage, forcefully lowered her hands, and quickly opened her eyes wide. She had expected to see plates of bugs of all shapes and sizes, but instead, laid out before her were exquisite dishes, without even a shadow of a bug to be seen.

"Luo Luo sent these back?" Jin Qianqian asked, uncertain. She had gone into that little shop with him earlier, and combined with the look on Lidong’s face, it couldn’t have been this simple.

Ancient Wen Heng smiled and tapped her on the forehead. "You let your son get the better of you, but instead of getting even, you just passed the problem on to me.

Don’t worry. I specifically asked the locals about these dishes. Their most unique ingredients are various types of fresh flowers.

I guarantee there’s not a single thing in them you won’t like."

"Then the ones that were sent over before..."

Ancient Wen Heng placed a morsel of food into her empty bowl. "Luo Luo showed us such ’filial piety.’ As his father, I couldn’t just do nothing.

I just had Guard Jiang deliver my ’fatherly love’ to him. I’m sure he’s enjoying it right now!"

Gu Benluo, who had been preparing to feast at the restaurant, was now staring with a miserable look on his face. "Uncle Jiang, do I really have to eat all of this?"

Jiang Shiniu tried his best to hold back his laughter. "The Master ordered me to watch you eat it all. He said these things are hard to come by and must not be wasted."

Gu Benluo was filled with immense regret. He had only meant to play a joke on his parents, but he never thought it would backfire on him.

His face was a picture of grievance. "Uncle Jiang, I’ve never eaten this stuff before. I’m scared!"

Jiang Shiniu’s heart softened, and he was about to offer to help. But the moment he glanced at those unidentifiable objects, he turned his head away.

But then, a few familiar figures came into view, and he turned his head to remind Gu Benluo, "Eldest Young Master, your cousins are over there."

"Brother Le Xi!" Gu Benluo’s eyes suddenly lit up. He immediately walked over and called out to the people on the street, "Brothers, what a coincidence to run into you all here."

Seeing it was Gu Benluo, Gu Lexi was also overjoyed. "Luo Luo, we saw a lot of interesting places today! Next time, I’ll take you with us to see them."

Gu Benluo said, "I haven’t seen you all in days. Since we’ve had the good fortune to meet here today, please, don’t be strangers. I’ll have someone order a few more dishes."

Gu Yuzhu had already spotted the dishes on the table. He secretly tugged on Gu Tugen, who was next to him. "Look at that table."

But Gu Yuzhu didn’t even need to point it out; the others had already seen them.