Chapter 1897 - 1892: Did You Forget About Me?

"That’s right!"

Upon hearing Xiaobei’s reminder, they realized they were a bit too eager.

They exchanged a glance and quickly sat cross-legged again in front of Xiaobei.

With all their attention on Xiaobei’s grilled fish, they really didn’t mind their appearance anymore.

Xiaobei glanced at them, smiled, and continued grilling earnestly.

At this moment, Xiaobei felt a hint of regret.

This was because there were no seasonings at all...

Previously, Xiaobei hadn’t planned on grilling fish outside, so he really didn’t prepare at all.

Seeing their expectant faces, Xiaobei said softly with some apology, "If the taste isn’t too great, please bear with it a bit, as we’re really lacking seasonings."

"Okay!"

They quickly nodded...

Seeing their excited expressions, Xiaobei thought that even without seasonings, the fish would hardly last.

...

Soon, after confirming it was thoroughly grilled, Xiaobei put out the fire...

After extinguishing it, Xiaobei glanced at the crispy yet tender grilled fish and chuckled lightly, "Alright, it’s done now. You can taste it, but don’t be too hasty; it’s still a bit hot!"

Saying this, Xiaobei quickly handed it over.

Qiaoqiao wanted to take it but suddenly thought of something.

Quickly, Qiaoqiao turned to look at her sister Guaiguai.

Seeing Qiaoqiao looking at her nervously, Guaiguai smiled gently and said softly, "No need to be polite this time, if you want to eat, just take it."

"Okay!"

Nodding vigorously, she happily took the more than five-pound grilled fish into her hands.

"Not small at all!"

Previously, Qiaoqiao thought the fish wasn’t big, but now that she held it, she realized it really wasn’t small.

After admiring it, Qiaoqiao silently swallowed a mouthful of saliva.

Earlier, the aroma of the fish wasn’t strong.

Now, holding it, she could smell a richer fragrance, which made her really excited.

"My sister’s expression is really interesting now!"

Guaiguai glanced at the excited Qiaoqiao and chuckled softly...

At this moment, she didn’t intend to tease her sister because, truthfully, she was quite intrigued by it herself.

Seeing the two sisters just staring at the grilled fish, Xiaobei calmly reminded, "Though it’s easy to burn your mouth when it’s too hot, it doesn’t taste as good when it’s cold either, so you better taste it now."

"Right!"

Agreeing, Qiaoqiao didn’t continue to gaze, but reached out to grab the slightly charred fish fin.

After grabbing it, she gently tore off a small piece...

With her movement, the slightly charred surface was peeled away.

The pure white fish meat instantly appeared.

"Fragrant!"

As it appeared, a unique aroma immediately filled the air...

This time, not just Qiaoqiao was enchanted, but even Guaiguai, standing behind her, showed a joyful and satisfied expression.

Xiaobei had long expected they would show such an expression, so he wasn’t surprised...

He just smiled and watched them.

At this point, Xiaobei saw Qiaoqiao tear off a piece for her sister Guaiguai.

"Sister, you try the taste first."

Feeling her gesture of politeness, Guaiguai shook her head gently, "You try it first!"

"Sister, you’re the elder, you try it first."

"Alright then!"

Guaiguai thought for a moment and nodded gently...

Taking the piece of fish meat passed to her, Guaiguai examined it carefully...

Soon after, Guaiguai opened her pearly whites slightly and swallowed it in one gulp...

Qiaoqiao watched her sister expectantly, wanting to know how her sister would react after tasting it.

Soon, she was surprised because not only was her sister not particularly happy, but she also started crying...

Although she cried silently, Qiaoqiao could truly see the tears streaming down her cheeks.

"Sister, what’s wrong? Doesn’t the fish taste good?"

Hearing such a surprised inquiry, Xiaobei also looked at the expressionless Guaiguai, wanting to know what was happening.

Could it be that his grilling skills had really declined a lot?

"I’m fine, it’s just that the taste of this fish is incredibly delicious."

Seeing Qiaoqiao looking at her anxiously, Guaiguai took a deep breath and quickly explained.

Previously, she thought she had tasted many good things.

But now, she realized she really hadn’t.

Because compared to the flavor of the grilled fish, they were not even on the same level...

Feeling a bit relieved, Qiaoqiao muttered quietly, "Even if you’re overwhelmed, you shouldn’t cry!"

Seeing Qiaoqiao’s lack of understanding, Guaiguai sighed silently, "I’m just feeling sorry! I think I’ve wasted my life before this."

"You’re exaggerating!"

Saying this, she also picked up a piece of fish meat and brought it to her lips.

As soon as the flavor touched her taste buds, her whole body trembled.

Soon, her body started to shake.

Seeing her reaction, Xiaobei was slightly surprised and was about to say something when he saw her also start crying.

"Sister, I was wrong earlier, really wrong! It’s incredibly delicious, truly incredible."

Earlier, Qiaoqiao thought her sister’s reaction was a bit over the top.

After tasting it herself, Qiaoqiao realized it wasn’t; her sister’s reaction was completely justified.

Hearing Qiaoqiao speak with such excitement, Guaiguai smiled lightly, "Is it really that good?"

"It’s not just good; it’s absolutely fantastic!"

Saying this, she quickly tore off a large piece of fish and handed it over.

Normally, Guaiguai wouldn’t have taken it, as holding and gnawing it was a bit awkward...

But at this moment, she didn’t refuse, as she couldn’t find any words to decline.

Seeing Guaiguai directly accept the fish meat she handed over, Qiaoqiao laughed and started munching on the other half of the fish.

"Truly food enthusiasts!"

Watching them devour the fish, Xiaobei’s lips curled into a light smile.

Soon, Xiaobei picked an apple and started eating it casually.

Halfway through eating, Xiaobei heard Qiaoqiao speak nervously, "Brother Xiaobei, shouldn’t you also have a bite?"

Hearing her soft voice, Xiaobei looked over.

At this moment, Xiaobei felt warmth in his heart.

At least Qiaoqiao still thought of him...

Earlier, Xiaobei really thought she wouldn’t remember him until she finished the whole fish.

Gently waving his hand, Xiaobei said calmly, "I don’t need any. As long as you enjoy it, that’s all that matters. There are plenty more fish in the river."

"Yes, yes, yes!"

She laughed excitedly and continued to eagerly feast.

Xiaobei chuckled lightly and continued eating the apple in his hand...