in2ebook Chapter 256 Cold Noodles
Chapter 256 Cold Noodles
As the sun set, a magnificent sunset painted the sky, unfolding like a beautiful painting before our eyes. Against this picturesque backdrop, Canglan Jingyao's petite figure followed closely behind her master, Muge, as they slowly entered the manor.
When Canglan Jingyao returned and heard that her Crown Prince brother had arrived, her slightly tired face instantly blossomed into a bright smile. She moved with the lightness of a butterfly, running towards him with quick, graceful steps.
In the blink of an eye, she arrived in front of the Crown Prince, blinking her big, bright eyes and saying with a face full of joy, "Brother Crown Prince, when did you arrive? Why didn't you tell me in advance? If I had known that Brother Crown Prince was coming, I would never have gone out to consult with Master today!" As she spoke, she pouted her little mouth playfully, looking very cute.
Canglan Jingyun looked at his lively and spirited younger sister, his heart filled with affection. He reached out and gently pinched the bun on Canglan Jingyao's head, smiling as he replied, "Haha, I just wanted to give my little sister a big surprise. How about it, do you like it?"
Canglan Jingyao nodded repeatedly, like a chick pecking at rice, and asked with a grin, "Brother Crown Prince, how long will you be staying here this time?"
Canglan Jingyun deliberately teased Canglan Jingyao, pretending to be sad and saying, "How come you're already thinking of kicking me out so soon after I arrived?"
Canglan Jingyao hurriedly waved her hand and explained, "No, that's not it, Crown Prince! I just really wanted you to stay a few more days to play with me!"
Seeing his younger sister's anxious expression, Canglan Jingyun couldn't help but laugh out loud. He then gently patted her head and said softly, "Don't worry, this time your Crown Prince brother will stay until Father Emperor returns to the capital."
However, before returning to the capital, Father will make a special detour to visit your teacher, you, and your fifth brother. So we'll have plenty of time to play together!
"Father is here, does Mother have to come too?" Canglan Jingyun blinked her big, bright eyes and tilted her head curiously. Her innocent and adorable appearance was quite endearing.
Canglan Jingyun couldn't help but laugh when she saw her younger sister's adorable appearance. She replied, "Of course. Father and Mother are always inseparable. They will definitely come together."
Just then, Su Nuannuan, who was sitting to the side, smiled gently and called out to the two who were chatting, "Alright, you two, stop chatting and come and have your meal!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Canglan Jingyun pulled his younger sister, Canglan Jingyao, to the dining table and obediently took their seats. A short while later, Canglan Jingcheng also hurriedly returned from the kitchen.
After everyone was seated, Canglan Jingcheng turned to Crown Prince Canglan Jingyun with a big smile and said excitedly, "Brother Crown Prince, I specially cooked a super delicious dish for you this time. I guarantee you will love it!" As he spoke, his eyes sparkled with confidence and anticipation.
Upon hearing this, Canglan Jingyun smiled slightly and replied, "Haha, then I really have to look forward to your mysterious delicacy!"
"Brother Crown Prince, why don't you ask me what delicious food I've prepared for you?"
"What delicious food did Fifth Brother prepare for me?" Canglan Jingyun asked readily.
"Hehe, I won't tell you, you'll find out in a bit." Cang Lan Jingcheng blinked, revealing a sly smile, and said mischievously.
"Great! I'm really looking forward to it." The response was gentle yet slightly curious; the speaker was none other than Canglan Jingyun. He smiled, his gaze softly falling on Canglan Jingcheng, his eyes filled with doting affection for his younger brother.
At this moment, Su Nuannuan was sitting quietly at the dining table, her lips slightly upturned, watching the interaction between the three adorable children in front of her with a smile.
Not long after, the sound of light footsteps approached from afar. It was Zhixiang with several maids, carrying trays, entering in single file like a winding dragon. On the trays were dishes of exquisite color, aroma, and taste, their fragrance wafting through the air, making one's mouth water.
After all the dishes were neatly arranged on the table, Canglan Jingyun first looked around, then fixed his gaze on the food. Suddenly, as if he had noticed something, he frowned slightly and asked with a puzzled expression, "Teacher, why is there no staple food?"
Before Su Nuannuan could answer, Cang Lan Jingcheng jumped up excitedly, pointed to the plate of white, jade-like cold noodles, and eagerly interjected, "Crown Prince, look here! This is the main dish, and I made it myself. Crown Prince, please try it and see how it tastes!" With that, he puffed out his chest proudly, his eyes sparkling, anticipating praise from his elder brother.
Canglan Jingyun looked in the direction his younger brother pointed, and when he saw the plate of food that was so different from what he usually saw, he couldn't help but show a look of surprise. He asked again in disbelief, "This...is this really a staple food?"
"Of course!" Canglan Jingcheng nodded vigorously, then introduced with great interest, "Now that it's the height of summer, nothing is more perfect than eating a bite of chilled cold noodles! It's much more delicious than cold noodles! This was taught to me by my mother, Crown Prince, you should try it!" After saying that, he rested his chin on his hands, staring intently at Canglan Jingyun, anxiously waiting for the other party's evaluation.
"Okay." Under his fifth brother's urgent urging, Canglan Jingyun slowly reached out, picked up the chopsticks on the table, and carefully picked up a piece of cold skin noodles that looked like white jade.
The moment Canglan Jingyun put the liangpi (cold skin noodles) into her mouth, a refreshing sensation immediately spread throughout her body. The liangpi had a delicate and smooth texture, with a slight elasticity, breaking apart with a gentle bite, while releasing a unique aroma. This aroma, mixed with the flavor of the liangpi itself and the fragrance of the seasonings, was intoxicating and irresistible.
Cang Lan Jingyun's eyes widened, a look of surprise and satisfaction on his face. He quickly chewed a few times and then swallowed it impatiently. He then looked up and stared straight at Su Nuannuan sitting opposite him, asking curiously, "Teacher, this liangpi (cold skin noodles) is so delicious, how exactly is it made?"
Su Nuannuan smiled slightly and replied gently, "This liangpi (cold skin noodles) is made from ordinary white flour. If you like it, after we have eaten, I will have Cheng'er write down the detailed recipe and teach it to you. You can make it yourself whenever you want to eat it in the future."
Upon hearing this, Canglan Jingyun was overjoyed. He immediately stood up, bowed deeply to Su Nuannuan, and thanked her profusely, saying, "Thank you so much, teacher! I am deeply grateful."
Seeing this, Su Nuannuan quickly gestured for him to sit down, and said coquettishly, "Why are you being so distant with me? Sit down and continue eating."
Canglan Jingyun sat back down as instructed. After a brief pause, as if suddenly remembering something, he spoke again, "Teacher, may I ask if I may give a copy of this liangpi (cold skin noodles) recipe to my mother?"
Su Nuannuan nodded without hesitation and replied with a smile, "Of course, this is nothing of great importance, just an ordinary dish."