The Koi Wife of the Prime Minister

Chapter 236 The Unknown Power

The double stoves in the house, one large and one small, stood side by side, like two loyal guards, ready to serve the family at any time. While Shen Yan was stewing the perfect combination of pheasant and potatoes, he boiled a pot of water on the other side. Because there were no modern kettles in this era, he needed to prepare hot water in a ceramic pot in advance to keep the temperature.

As the water in the pottery bubbled, a warm feeling began to fill the room. Then, Shen Yan added the washed rice, as well as the dried dates, longans, and peach kernels that Jiang Zhen brought when he became his apprentice. These small embellishments gave the meal a festive and homely feel.

Soon, the aroma of pheasant and potatoes began to spread in the courtyard, evoking everyone's deep desire for home and yearning for delicious food.

Zhao and Song Yunfeng returned from a day of work, and when they smelled the tempting aroma, they swallowed unconsciously. Long hours of physical labor had already left them hungry, and suddenly the aroma of meat was like a powerful force that broke through the defenses of reason and hit the most primitive desires in their hearts.

"Whose food is this? Why does it have such a strong fragrance?" The two were full of doubts and quickened their pace to go home.

Yige'er had been waiting at the doorstep for a long time. When he saw his mother and brother, he immediately shouted with joy, "Mom, brother, come and have dinner. My sister-in-law's cooking is amazing!" He had suppressed his anticipation for this meal for too long. At this moment, in addition to his greed, his heart also felt a warm sense of satisfaction.

Zhao thought that this was another delicacy that Shen bought in the city with her saved money as usual. In the past, this kind of thing happened from time to time. Every once in a while, Shen would always find a way to go to the city to buy some food to satisfy her cravings. However, even if there was some surplus occasionally, she would always hide it quietly in her room. Why did she generously take it out and share it with her family today?

When Zhao came in, the expression on her face was first surprised, then turned a little heavy, as if she felt incredible about what was about to happen.

"Mom, go wash your hands and come over to eat. Your stomach can't stand being hungry like this." Song Yunfeng considerately leaned the hoe in his hand against the corner of the wall, urging Zhao not to delay.

I first took off my sweat-soaked shirt and washed off my fatigue with cold water, as if I wanted to wash away the tiredness of the day so that I could better enjoy the upcoming family time.

When Zhao really stepped into the kitchen, she was surprised by the scene in front of her. In the kitchen, Shen Yan was busy in the smoke and fire, and the fine beads of sweat on her forehead were shining in the light of the fire. There was an indescribable beauty hidden in the sweat, which was the glory of hard work and love. The chicken rolled up and down in the boiling water to remove the last trace of fishy smell, and then danced in the hot oil with the chopped onions and garlic, and instantly turned into a mouth-watering delicacy.

All of this seemed so luxurious and extraordinary compared to her previous monotonous and simple life. Zhao was shocked and deeply attracted by the rich fragrance. The two emotions were intertwined in her heart, making her a little overwhelmed for a while.

"Mom, mom, come and sit down, we can start eating." Yuanyuan's eyes sparkled with infinite desire for delicious food. Her little hands tightly grasped the corner of Zhao's clothes, her little mouth slightly opened and closed, swallowing unconsciously, her eyes full of anticipation for this moment of reunion.

Shen Yan looked at Zhao, her words expressing both helplessness and tenderness, "I asked her to eat first, but she insisted on waiting for her mother and father to come back before she started eating. Now, let's enjoy this meal together."

As she spoke, Shen Yan took off her apron that was covered in oil smoke, and did not forget to greet Uncle Jiang who had also worked hard all day, "Uncle Jiang, you should come too, everyone has worked hard today."

Uncle Jiang had a simple smile on his face, but tears were flashing in his eyes. Whenever he mentioned the word "mother", he would always feel a complex emotion in his heart - after half a lifetime of wandering, when he finally returned to the place he called home, he found that his mother had left and his father had a new lover. The warmth he once had became a memory that could never be touched again. Luoxia Village, this new land, gave him the opportunity to take root again, allowing him to gradually feel the warmth of home in his wandering and loneliness. The scene of his family sitting around the table for dinner was so precious to him that he almost forgot what he had lost.

In this simple kitchen, the warmth of home is slowly blooming in everyone's heart, dispelling the severe coldness of the outside world and the difficulties of life, leaving behind the purest happiness and satisfaction.

Zhao was at a loss in the face of this situation. She had to use actions instead of words. She picked up a piece of meat and gently placed it in Uncle Jiang's bowl, saying softly, "Don't be sad. Eat more."

Even Yiger and Yuanyuan sensibly joined in the comforting, their tender little hands delivering food and warmth. The scene was heartwarming and touching.

Uncle Jiang was deeply touched by this simple friendship. His cheeks flushed and his heart was filled with gratitude and emotion.

Shen Yan looked at all this, a gentle smile appeared on the corner of her mouth, and she turned and walked into the yard.

In the courtyard, Song Yunfeng was pouring a basin of cold water over his head in an uninhibited manner. His carefree and relaxed manner instantly made his usually gentle and elegant image become vivid and wild. The water drops slid down his solid body, outlining his well-defined contours. He had the elegance of a scholar, yet also the beauty of masculine strength, which made people involuntarily daydream.

Seeing this, Shen Yan couldn't help but secretly admire in her heart. Years of medical experience told her that under this seemingly thin body, there is amazing explosive power and toughness. Just like the scene in front of her, it seems casual, but it actually contains unknown power.

"Do you need help rubbing your back?" Shen Yan smiled like a flower, her white teeth sparkling in the sun, and there was a subtle teasing in her words.

Song Yunfeng came back to his senses from the pleasure of the water, blinked his eyes, and confirmed that this was not an illusion. The wooden basin in his hand fell off inadvertently, making a light "bang" sound, and fell at his feet, reminding him of the existence of reality. And Shen Yan in front of him, with a bright smile and a burning gaze, everything seemed so real and vivid.

He groaned suddenly, his handsome face twisted into lines of pain in an instant, tiny beads of sweat on his forehead sparkled in the dim light, reflecting an indescribable determination.

"Are you okay?" A concerned voice sounded, as warm as a spring breeze, penetrating the tense and solemn air, leaving a gentle ripple.

"It's okay!" He stepped back in panic, and his stumbling steps almost caught his ankle in an innocent potted plant in the corner. The green leaves seemed to reveal a hint of tension.