The wicked sister-in-law is in charge; meals include fish and shrimp.

Chapter 27 Yan Che's Gluttony

"Brother Zijing, could you share some of your snacks with me?"

"And all that dried meat, you can't finish it all by yourself. It's so hot, don't get too hot."

Yan Che kept chattering away to Wen Zijin, saying that he had finally managed to eat the food that Wen Luozhi had brought yesterday, and he couldn't stop eating it.

And those little snacks are perfect for sneaking a bite during the teacher's class.

The more I ate the dried meat, the more I wanted to eat it, but I didn't know how it was made.

He's been begging him for a share since yesterday, but this guy just won't give it to him no matter what, not even if he offers him silver!

Wen Zijin stopped and pinched the bridge of her nose. "A-Che, how can a gentleman indulge in gluttony?"

Yan Che widened his eyes and then said defiantly, "Then who was it that was fighting with me for food yesterday!"

Wen Zijin smiled and said something that sounded rather irritating: "Then you should have your sister make it for you too."

Yan Che: ……

He followed Wen Zijin dejectedly, wishing there was something good to eat today. He really didn't want to eat out, where the food was either greasy or bland.

"Fifth Brother! I'm here again!" Wen Luozhi waved in Wen Zijin's direction. Upon hearing her voice, Yan Che reacted even before Wen Zijin.

He ran quickly to the big tree and exclaimed with delight, "Little sister, you're here!" Then his eyes fell, intentionally or unintentionally, on the basket in her hand.

Wen Luozhi's lips twitched. Wasn't she calling her fifth brother? Why was this older brother so agitated?

Wen Zijin had already walked over. He stood in front of Yan Che and greeted the mother and daughter first, "Mother, Luo Luo, what brings you here today?"

Xie He responded and pulled him to stand under the shade of a tree. "Your little sister and I were worried you wouldn't eat well in the heat, so we brought you some food."

After saying that, she took the basket from Wen Luozhi's hand and was about to give it to Wen Zijin.

Yan Che quickly scooped it up with a smile and said, "Brother Zijing, please talk to your aunt and little sister first. I'll help you carry it."

When Wen Zijin went home for the past ten days, she often mentioned Yan Che, saying that although the boy was from a wealthy family, he did not look down on her at all, but instead liked to spend time with her discussing schoolwork.

Xie He kept it in mind, and now that she saw him, she genuinely liked him. She smiled warmly and said, "Luo Luo has prepared enough for two people. You and Zi Jin can eat together when we get back."

After saying that, she handed Wen Zijin several bamboo tubes of sour plum drink that she was carrying. "This is sour plum drink that your little sister specially saved for you. She was worried that you wouldn't be able to eat in the heat. This is refreshing and appetizing."

"Don't be stingy when you get back. Share half with Yan Che. Your mother and younger sister will bring you more treats tomorrow."

……

Wen Zijin listened quietly to Xie He's instructions with his head down. When Wen Luozhi was mentioned, he looked up and smiled gently at her, his eyes full of a brother's doting affection for his sister.

Yan Che, unusually silent, watched the three of them with a hint of envy in his eyes.

As the sun reached its zenith, Wen Zijin urged the two to go home, "Mother, please take my little sister home quickly. Don't let her get too hot in the sun; her head isn't fully healed yet."

Remembering that she had just said she would bring him food again tomorrow, he said with concern, "You should rest well at home tomorrow, you don't need to bring me food. Zijing will take good care of herself, so you don't need to worry."

"Hey! I forgot to tell you!" Xie He slapped her forehead and told Wen Zijin about their food sales in town these past two days.

Wen Zijin found it increasingly unbelievable; he never imagined that his little sister would become so capable after bumping her head.

He patted Wen Luozhi's head and praised her, "Luo Luo is really amazing. Just remember to protect yourself and don't let anyone bully you."

Wen Luozhi nodded with a smug look on her face after being praised by this handsome ancient man.

Yan Che, holding a basket, brightened up. Selling food? Is it the same stuff from yesterday?!

Then he can just have his servants buy it for him from now on! He won't have to eat those awful meals anymore.

He happily stepped forward and approached Xie He, asking, "Auntie, are you selling the ones you gave to Brother Zijin yesterday?"

Xie He smiled and nodded at him. She had seen her daughter dressed up quite well yesterday.

"That's great! I love eating it! Where do you sell it?" Yan Che asked excitedly.

“Go along this street, pass through an alley and turn right at the east end of that market, we set up a small stall there,” Wen Luozhi continued, pointing in that direction.

Yan Che's eyes dimmed slightly. He knew that place was still quite a distance from the academy, and if he waited for his servant to buy it and deliver it, he would probably already be attending classes.

He frowned and thought for a moment, then suddenly had a good idea.

"Little sister, why don't you just sell here at the academy? There are so many students here, business will definitely be booming."

"This way you won't have to go through the trouble of sending food to Brother Zijing!"

Yan Che became more and more excited as he spoke, and Wen Luozhi also felt that it was very feasible.

However, this is not something that can be done with just a few words; she still needs to go back and discuss it thoroughly with the rest of her family.

She nodded gently and said to Yan Che, "That is indeed a good idea, but we need to wait and think about it carefully."

Yan Che was getting impatient; he didn't want to wait, he wanted to eat something delicious!

"What are we waiting for! Let's get started tomorrow! My family has a shop on this street that you can use!" Yan Che said impatiently.

Xie He probably knew why he was in such a hurry, so she smiled and said to him, "We really need to think about this carefully, child. Auntie thanks you for your kindness."

"We'll include your food when we bring food for Zijing, so there's no rush."

Yan Che pursed his lips. Wouldn't it be more convenient to stay at the academy? Besides, selling there all day probably wouldn't be as profitable as selling here for a midday.

Wen Luozhi had already seen through his thoughts, and patted him on the shoulder to comfort him, "Don't worry, it's only a matter of time before you come over."

"You and your fifth brother can focus on your studies; you won't be short of good food."

"Then I won't eat for free; I paid for it!" Yan Che said, raising his head.

Wen Luozhi waved her hand dismissively and said, "I wouldn't let just anyone eat for free, but it's because Young Master Yan and my fifth brother are such good friends."

"You're getting to eat this free lunch at our house!"

Hearing her say that, Yan Che perked up again. He looked at the basket in his arms and said to Wen Zijin, "Brother Zijin, let's go back early. The teacher will be giving lessons soon."

Wen Zijin nodded, gave Xie He and Wen Luozhi a few instructions, and then took the things and entered the academy.

There is a designated dining area in the academy, but due to the hot weather and poor ventilation, very few students eat there.

Wen Zijin and Yan Che found a place to sit down, and Yan Che couldn't wait to take out the packed food from the basket.

The food was kept warm in the covered wooden bowls that Luo Zhi had redeemed from the system, and since they had been in her system inventory the whole time, they were still warm.

Yan Che's eyes lit up with each lid he opened; the dishes inside looked delicious and appealing, neither greasy nor bland—perfect for the weather.

Wen Zijin took the bowl and chopsticks and handed them to him, then pushed a bamboo tube of sour plum soup towards him.

Just then, Yan Che felt extremely thirsty, so he didn't hesitate to pick up the plum juice and gulp it down, only stopping when there was half a bamboo tube left.

"Ha!" he exclaimed without regard for his appearance, and said to Wen Zijin, "Brother Zijin, the water in here is so sweet and sour, it's really appetizing. I feel much better after drinking it."