It’s hard to break a phoenix’s destiny

Chapter 664: The shock turns into a surprise meal

Thinking of Cui Xi still busy in the kitchen, Yang Xianrong stood up immediately. Liu Yao quickly supported her and said, "Don't panic, I'll go and see. Liu Cheng, support your mother and don't walk too fast."

"Yes, yes, yes." Liu Cheng hurried over to support Yang Xianrong instead of Liu Yao, while Liu Yao had already taken a big step forward.

When he ran into the backyard of the kitchen, he saw some black smoke coming out, but it was not very big, so he felt a little relieved. He saw a big broom that was usually used to sweep the yard, so he quickly took it and walked into the kitchen.

However, at this moment, something in the backyard suddenly flashed, and then fireworks burst into life, dazzling but extremely beautiful.

The sky was bright at this time, and the fireworks could actually display a variety of colors.

Liu Yao stood there in a daze. As far as he could see, the backyard was full of people. In addition to his deputy generals and close followers, there were also the two brothers of the Yang family and their wives, Zhang Du Daxi holding his two children, Yuan Jianshuo, Zhang Heng... All the people from the general's mansion were crowded in the small backyard kitchen.

What's going on here?
Liu Yao widened his eyes, not knowing what to say for a moment.

At this time, Yang Xianrong's voice came from behind, "It's the general's birthday today. Although it's a little hasty, it's still a good day."

With these words, everyone started to say auspicious words again. Yang Xiankang moved very quickly, took a whole roasted chicken from Cui Xi, handed it to Liu Yao, and said with a smile: "General, you have worked hard, give me a snack."

"What is all this?" Liu Yao was still in shock, with a grim look on his face.

"Hey, don't get angry, this was all Third Sister's idea, not ours." Yang Xiankang was really quick, throwing the roast chicken into Liu Yao's hands and quickly backing away. Others also said, "It wasn't us, it was Third Sister/the lady/the general's wife's idea."

The air was buzzing with voices, and Liu Yao didn't know who to listen to. He could only turn around and look at Yang Xianrong.

Yang Xianrong was all smiles, and did not let Liu Cheng support her. She just stood behind him and said in a tender voice, "Happy birthday, General."

Could Liu Yao be angry?

Actually it is possible.

Because he now holds the highest official position.

But could Liu Yao be angry?
It must be impossible.

Because this was done by Yang Xianrong, he could not get angry, but smiled and said: "Thank you Madam for the surprise, I am really happy."

"As long as the general likes it." Yang Xianrong suppressed her smile, tore off a chicken leg from the roasted chicken in Liu Yao's hand, and handed it to Liu Cheng, "Come and thank your father, the first chicken leg is given to you. The other chicken leg is for Xiao Futian, but he is too young to eat it, so his father will have to do it for him."

Liu Cheng grinned, took the chicken leg happily and put it into his mouth immediately.

What could Liu Yao do? He had to happily eat the other chicken leg.

Yang Xianrong quickly ripped off two more wings and handed them to his deputy generals Guo Jin and Yuan Jianshuo. The two men were not polite at all and immediately stuffed them into their mouths.

"It's my birthday, what should I eat?" Liu Yao still had the chicken leg in his mouth, but he was still not satisfied with Yang Xianrong's distribution. "The chicken head is yours." Her smile was so beautiful that Liu Yao's heart melted. How could he have any other thoughts? He could only nod and agree. Whatever she said was right.

A roasted chicken was shared among everyone, but not many bites were taken.

However, everyone was happy and shared in the joy.

Cui Xi invited everyone to the front hall to eat. She and Wang Po, Shen Po and others were busy preparing a large table of dishes, which was very sumptuous.

Liu Yao never let go of Yang Xianrong's hand, and the two walked behind the crowd, moving forward slowly. Everyone knew what was going on, so they quickly went to the front hall to leave some time for the two to talk.

"I thought you might come back later today, so I didn't prepare too much." Yang Xianrong wiped the oil stains from the corners of Liu Yao's mouth, "These fireworks were brought back by Liu Cheng. I thought they looked good, so I planned to light them later. Who knew you would come back now, so I might as well set them off now. Everyone can see them, and it will be lively."

"Thank you for your concern, Madam General." Liu Yao bent down and kissed her. "I almost forgot about my birthday today... I hardly ever celebrated my birthday."

"When you are young, you have to live your life. As you get older, you get smarter." Yang Xianrong touched Liu Yao's hair as if coaxing a child, "General, be good."

"The general's wife must also be obedient." Liu Yao was full of tenderness and only had eyes for his woman.

The birthday dinner was a great experience. Everyone tacitly agreed not to mention the drought and rain prayers, or even the restless movements of the surrounding forces. They just happily teased the children and talked about how delicious the food was...

But after nightfall, Liu Yao returned to the camp in the south of the city with his deputy general and the two brothers of the Yang family, and did not stay at home. Yang Xianrong only helped him get some clean clothes and gave him a few more instructions.

"We have prayed for rain twice. We still have to wait for God's will, even though it doesn't look like it's going to rain."

"Yes, I know." Liu Yao still sighed, "I'm anxious to go back so that the soldiers can harvest some food first, which is also good for emergency response."

"I know you're anxious..." Liu Yao was sweating all over because he was wearing armor. Even though the sun had set, it was still so hot, and there wasn't even a breeze. Yang Xianrong wiped his sweat off and whispered, "The Shaoying group can leave later. Let them go around and see how much food is left in the homes of these wealthy merchants. You can also be more targeted."

"But I told the emperor before to let Liu Cheng take people to Xiangyang area to take a look. As you know, Shi Le is ready to make a move and is very dishonest." Liu Yao touched the back of Yang Xianrong's neck and found it was covered with sweat, but the smooth and soft feeling always made him feel itchy.

"It's okay to be late for a day or two. It's not that we haven't prepared the food and fodder, we're already waiting. Just wait two more days." Yang Xianrong smiled and moved his hand away. "Many things will be better if you take it slow. Trust me, okay?"

"Okay!" Liu Yao nodded seriously.

"You let Cao Zheng return to the emperor, so we can leave an open line." Yang Xianrong's eyes were full of cunning, "Mao Hongmao is here, the embroidered envoy is here, you know."

"Okay." Liu Yao answered very straightforwardly.

"My eldest brother's birthday is in two days. I need to do some shopping. Can Liu Cheng stay with us?"

"Okay." Liu Yao even wondered why he could only say this one word. He smiled and lowered his head, looking for those pink lips, tasting them lightly and deeply.