Chapter 16

Third Brother Is Really Influential

With that thought in mind, Su Ning instructed Su Cheng, Fifth Brother, go and fetch some garlic sprouts. Ill start cutting the vegetables. Itll be quicker that way.

Sure.

Su Cheng left the kitchen and headed to the backyard.

In that moment, he no longer felt conflicted. If the plump girl wanted to show off her skills in front of their third brother, he would let her.

It would be a shame to waste the food!

After all, they werent receiving a free meal. She had used their firewood and water, and even occupied Third Brothers room!

Qin Zhenzhen found a large bowl and deftly cracked six eggs into it. She added water, salt, and flour, mixing everything evenly with chopsticks.

Her movements were as fluid as flowing water and clouds, clearly indicating her vast experience.

Su Nings eyes widened.

How generous she was!

With so many eggs and such a large quant.i.ty of flour, they would have an abundance of egg pancakes!

Their third brother must have played a significant role in this.

But why did Qin Zhenzhens movements appear more nimble than before?

The ratio of batter to water was just right. There was no need for Su Ning to guide her at all.

Something seemed off. The plump girl seemed different from before.

Qin Zhenzhen glanced up at Su Ning, noticing her slightly uneasy expression. I Ill start cutting the vegetables.

Chop them, preferably into thin strips.

Qin Zhenzhen didnt hesitate to make the request. She knew that Su Ning had exceptional knife skills since she was young. The only notable aspect of her growth was her culinary prowess.

I know, Ill cut them into thin strips.

Su Ning divided the bag of vegetables in half and swiftly cut a pile of shredded vegetables.

Qin Zhenzhen observed the shredded vegetables and complimented Su Ning, Youre actually quite skilled!

At only nine years old, in the modern world, she would still be relying on her mothers care at that age.

Su Ning stared at Qin Zhenzhen in astonishment. Didnt she always call her an idiot?

Why was she praising her now?

Qin Zhenzhen then a.s.signed a task to Su Ning.

Alright, thats enough shredded vegetables. Help me light the stove and control the heat. Ill be done cooking soon.

Ancient times were different from the present. In ancient times, controlling the fire was a skill in itself.

Having just arrived, she definitely wouldnt be proficient at it. It would be better to entrust the fire control to Su Ning.

In the meantime, Su Cheng washed the garlic sprouts and brought them into the kitchen.

Observing the large amount of batter, he couldnt help but mutter inwardly, What a wasteful act!

Couldnt they just split the meals and cook them separately?

Why did she have to prepare such a large quant.i.ty in one go?

As Su Ning lit the fire and heated the pot, Qin Zhenzhen had already cut the garlic sprouts and mixed them with the shredded vegetables.

She even added a few drops of spirit water into the mixture as a special touch.

The aroma of the dish was enticing, and it seemed to have a delightful taste. Qin Zhenzhen believed it could serve as both a nutritious solution and a seasoning, enhancing the umami flavor of the food.

She was still experimenting with the use of spirit water.

Qin Zhenzhen added lard to the pot and spread it evenly, coating the pork throughout. Then, using a spoonful of paste, she spread it onto a small piece of flatbread.

Su Ning skillfully controlled the fire, and Qin Zhenzhen worked swiftly. She flipped one piece of flatbread and placed it in the pot, immediately adding another piece to the bottom.

Soon, the large pot was filled with flatbread, filling the entire kitchen with its distinct aroma.

The enticing fragrance tempted Su Cheng, causing him to enter the kitchen multiple times to take a peek.

He didnt mind Qin Zhenzhens lavishness now. After all, it was her own choice, so he didnt feel any heartache.

He just wanted to savor the pancakes as soon as possible.

Observing that the batter in the bowl was nearly used up, Su Cheng swiftly carried the heated porridge to the dining table, washed the bowls and chopsticks, and prepared for the meal.

Tonight marked the first time he had set up Qin Zhenzhens bowl and chopsticks.

Witnessing Qin Zhenzhens skilled and rapid movements, Su Ning couldnt believe her eyes.

Not a single flatbread was burnt, and each one was perfectly fried. Furthermore, they looked and smelled absolutely delicious.