The fragrance of medicine fills the countryside in 1990

Chapter 154: Su Chenjin and Xiao Tianyi's foodie competition, Tang Bin's first Chinese birthday

The setting sun was like a weave, and the sky was dyed with a gentle orange-red. Yao Lao's figure stretched out in the afterglow. He looked into the distance and saw little Tianyi skipping towards him with a small bamboo basket in his hand, with an innocent smile on his face.

Yao Lao smiled kindly and said, "Hey, little guy, run slowly. We have a lively celebration waiting for you tonight!"

Before he finished speaking, the rest area suddenly became lively, as if it was given life, and a grand arrangement quietly unfolded.

From the lush orchard of Yaoxiang Farm, carefully selected fruits are transported one by one, colorful and fragrant.

As the saying goes, "Lychees are better on an empty stomach, while lychees are better on a full stomach." This yellow-skinned fruit is small and exquisite, with a golden coat. Its skin has a slightly spicy fragrance, and inside is sweet and sour juicy flesh. When eating, chewing the skin and flesh together gives you a unique taste. It can not only clear away heat and reduce inflammatory reactions, but also aid digestion. It is really a touch of coolness in summer.

What’s even more surprising is that the kumquat can not only be eaten fresh, but also made into soups and preserved fruits. Every bite is the ultimate temptation for the taste buds.

Su Chenjin, a gentle woman who was not from Lingnan, saw the kumquat fruit for the first time. A hint of curiosity and hesitation flashed in her eyes. She gently stroked the smooth skin with her fingers, but was hesitant to take a bite.

Little Tianyi, who was standing by, couldn't wait to taste it and shouted happily, "Aunt, this tastes really good!"

Hearing this, Su Chenjin couldn't help laughing, and a teasing smile appeared on the corner of his mouth: "Little guy, you are so eager to compete with me for the title of 'Food Explorer'! Don't be impatient, the best is yet to come, I have to save my appetite, if you are full first later, you will miss out on more delicious food!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the table seemed to have performed a magic trick, and instantly became full of dazzling things.
Nectarines are round and full, plums are sweet and sour, bayberries are crystal clear, dragon fruit is bright red like fire, mangosteen is as white as jade, and there is also the round watermelon, which reveals bright red flesh when cut open. Each one is nature's most generous gift.

The air is filled with fruity aroma and anticipation, and a feast for the taste buds is about to begin.

Little Tianyi's eyes sparkled with surprise. His small body was attracted by the big round watermelon. He stretched out his tender hands without hesitation and hugged the coolness and sweetness of summer tightly. His rosy little face was filled with pure desire. He called to Su Chenjin softly, "Aunt, help me. Tianyi really wants to eat this big watermelon!"

Seeing this, Su Chenjin quickly put down the work in her hands, gently took the watermelon from Xiao Tianyi's hand, and lightly put it into the small basket beside her. Then, her eyes gently swept across the dazzling array of fruits on the table, and finally stopped on the nectarine with its attractive color and natural fragrance.

It is midsummer, and nectarines have become the darling of this season with their unique charm. Their surface is as smooth as silk, as if they were works of art carefully carved by nature. Take a bite, and the rich sweetness instantly fills your mouth. The flesh is plump and juicy, and every bite is the ultimate temptation to the taste buds.

What is even more commendable is that nectarines are not only delicious, but also rich in nutrients. Their iron content far exceeds that of apples and pears, making them a rare nourishing tonic in summer.

Su Chenjin has her own unique skill in selecting nectarines. She gently touches each nectarine, looking for the perfect softness and firm, shiny skin, which is the perfect sign of ripeness and freshness.

If it is too hard, it still has a bit of greenness; if it is too soft, it may be over-ripe or stored for too long.

At this time, little Tianyi could no longer suppress his curiosity about the food. His little hand tightly held Su Chenjin's fingers, and in the other hand he held a round plum. He couldn't wait to bring it to his mouth and nibble on it gently. The sour and sweet taste instantly activated his taste buds, and even the air was filled with the aroma of fruit and happiness.

Seeing this, Su Chenjin couldn't help but smile gently. She reminded him softly, "Tianyi, although these plums are delicious, their acidity should not be underestimated. Be careful of sour teeth if you eat too much. Come, auntie will show you what other precious fruits are waiting for us to taste."

On that gorgeous early autumn afternoon, the plump and round bayberries are like rubies inlaid among the green leaves. They are soft to the touch, full of fruity aroma, and interwoven with wonderful sour and sweet flavors. They can be tasted directly, or turned into the finest wine or the soul of dessert.

Su Chenjin suddenly had an idea and blended this gift from nature into the fruit tea. Little Tianyi took a sip, his eyes sparkling with unprecedented love, as if the whole summer was treated gently by this coolness, sweetness and tenderness.

Bayberry is not only a sweet gift from nature, but also a duet of nutrition and deliciousness.

In the hot summer, with its unique charm, it can stimulate the appetite, promote salivation, help digestion and relieve heat, making it an indispensable cool messenger of the season.

Su Chenjin opened her red lips leisurely and put a crystal clear bayberry slowly into her mouth. The sour and sweet taste instantly bloomed on the tip of her tongue, like an early summer breeze blowing through her heart, making her feel relaxed and happy.

Beside her, little Tianyi's eyes were sparkling with curiosity and joy, and there was a little juice on his little face, making him look even more innocent.

He greedily nibbled the plums and bayberries in his hands, smacking his lips and making satisfied and joyful sounds. That innocent happiness seemed to infect everything around him.

There is no need for many words between the two of them. Their tacit understanding and warmth are like the sunshine in early autumn, warm but not dazzling, just right to fill this quiet time.

When Su Chenjin's eyes met the bright dragon fruit, he couldn't help but flash with childlike joy. "God's will, this precious auntie will have it all to herself, one at a time, no ambiguity!"

She laughed and teased, her words full of playfulness.

Little Tianyi was not to be outdone, he put his arm around Su Chenjin's shoulders and smiled slyly: "Why can't Tianyi do it? Let's compete and see!"

The two smiled at each other, their tacit understanding revealing endless warmth and joy. While everyone was not paying attention, they quickly put the two dragon fruits into their pockets, as if they had completed a silent contest.

Dragon fruit has a hard skin and is soft inside. The large fruit contains rich juice and sweet flesh. The red flesh variety brings many benefits to the body with its rich anthocyanins. Although the white flesh is not as sweet as the red meat, it has its own freshness and sweetness, and it reduces heat, which is very memorable.

The sweetness of the dragon fruit had not yet satisfied Su Chenjin and Xiao Tianyi, and soon their attention was occupied by mangosteen.

When it comes to tropical fruits, durian is known as the "king", while mangosteen deserves to sit on the throne of "queen".

Its refreshing aroma, dense flesh and juicy taste not only satisfy the taste buds, but also become a cool touch in the summer with its effects of reducing dryness, cooling and relieving heat.

Su Chenjin carefully selected mangosteens. The emerald green fruit stems and the moderately soft and hard fruit shells all revealed their freshness and vitality.

After some selection, Su Chenjin held little Tianyi in his arms and moved to a cool place to share the purest happiness in summer - cutting watermelon.

With one cut, the flesh turns red and sandy, and the juice overflows. The air is filled with the unique sweetness and fragrance of watermelon, which can instantly dispel all the heat and fatigue.

One bite and the coolness goes straight to your heart, relieving you of heat and thirst, making this hot summer day gentle and comfortable.

In this land gently embraced by the sun, the mint leaves are shiny green, like carefully carved jades, with crystal dewdrops hanging on the edges, flashing an alluring glow, and each leaf seems to be whispering the cool secret of summer.

The pale bamboo leaves sway gently in the wind, their posture light and elegant, releasing wisps of fresh and elegant bamboo fragrance, which intertwined with the breeze, performing a silent summer waltz.

Perilla, the hermit in the courtyard, blooms quietly in a quiet corner. Its fragrance is distant and deep, like a lost chapter in an ancient poem, intoxicating people and making them lose their way home.

The honeysuckle flowers are not willing to be lonely. They are cleverly entwined on the fence. The yellow and white flowers are dense and orderly, like the most gentle stars in the night sky, flashing the unique agility and vitality of summer, adding a rare bright color to this quiet picture. In the pond, the lotus leaves are spread out, deep and pure green, like pieces of carefully carved jade plates, gently holding up the pink and tender lotus flowers.

The lotus stands tall and graceful, with its petals spread out, like a shy girl, swaying gently in the breeze, emitting bursts of elegant air, so beautiful that it makes people's hearts flutter and the whole world stop.

A group of young boys and girls are like elves leaping in the woods, shuttling between the blooming flowers and the canopy of green trees. Their laughter, clear as silver bells, interweaves into the most melodious melody of summer, echoing in every inch of land kissed by the sun.

On this vibrant natural stage, the freshness of mint, the elegance of light bamboo leaves, the remoteness of pennywort, the brilliance of honeysuckle, and the elegance of lotus leaves have all quietly bloomed to their best state. With their unique fragrance, they draw out a series of alluring summer fragrance pictures, as if they are the most sincere invitation from nature, leading this group of explorers into a feast of taste and smell.

Su Chenjin slowly leaned over, her fingertips gently brushing over the emerald green mint leaves. Her heart was filled with awe and admiration for the wonders of nature. This emotion, like the first breeze on a summer morning, gently brushed across her heart, bringing an indescribable freshness and tranquility.

Afterwards, she took Xiao Tianyi's hand and quietly retreated into a corner of the courtyard.

There, half a round watermelon lies quietly in the shade, with bright red flesh hidden under the emerald green skin, exuding an irresistible sweet temptation.

The two smiled at each other. They picked up the spoon in tacit understanding and dug gently. The cool watermelon juice instantly burst in their mouths, sweet with a hint of coolness, like a clear spring in the mountains, reaching the heart, instantly dispelling all the heat and fatigue, leaving only a heart full of joy and satisfaction.

As night falls quietly, the silver light, like the finest silk, gently spreads over every corner of the ancient courtyard, covering this quiet night with a veil that is both mysterious and warm.

In this quiet and hopeful atmosphere, Mr. Tang Bin and the famous old medicine master with extraordinary medical skills but unique personality walked into the newly decorated banquet hall side by side.

Their arrival seemed to bring an invisible wind, instantly blowing away the tranquility in the air.

Yao Lao stepped into the threshold with steady and powerful steps, each step seemed to follow the rhythm of time. In his eyes that had seen all the vicissitudes of life, the light of cunning and kindness shone.

As soon as he stepped in, the air seemed to be filled with a warm and solemn atmosphere: "Everyone," Yao Lao's voice was neither high nor low, but it was clearly heard by everyone, with an unquestionable authority and warmth.

His tone sounded like both earnest instruction to younger generations and warm concern for old friends, making people want to get closer and listen to his every word.

“Today’s event is no joke. We gather here to celebrate Mr. Tang Bin’s first birthday in China on this ancient and vibrant land. This is a moment worth remembering, a beginning full of joy and hope.”

At this point, Yao Lao's eyes became exceptionally gentle, as if he could see through the emotions and expectations in everyone's heart.

"Let us join hands, regardless of you or me, and weave unforgettable memories together with full enthusiasm and the purest heart. Let this joy, like the bright stars, illuminate Mr. Tang Bin's life journey forever; let the laughter and tears of this moment become the most precious wealth in his life."

In this sudden surprise, Su Chenjin was surrounded by the crowd and pushed to the center of the stage.

Her face was full of surprise, and in her hands she held a basket full of sunlight, which contained herbal samples that she had carefully searched for in the mountains during the day.

Every leaf and every flower is draped with pearls of morning dew, sparkling with pure and sincere wishes for Mr. Tang Bin, just like the most delicate poetry in nature.

Before she could savor this sudden honor, she naturally handed this thoughtful gift to Mr. Tang Bin.

At that moment, time seemed to freeze, and the two people's eyes met quietly in the air. There was no need for complicated words, the tacit understanding and gratitude were already flowing quietly in their hearts.

There is an indescribable warmth and beauty in the air; even the hustle and bustle of the surroundings falls silent, just to witness this warm and pure moment.

Mr. Tang Bin's gaze fell gently on Su Chenjin, with an imperceptible tenderness flowing in his eyes, like the softest ray of sunshine in the early spring morning, silently penetrating the coldness around him, making the air around him seem to be endowed with warm warmth.

"Forget it, let's put aside the troubles of the world and the burdens on our shoulders today, and just immerse ourselves in this beautiful and boundless world, without asking when we will return or thinking about the past."

His voice is deep and magnetic, like the gentlest breeze in spring, blowing through everyone's heart and bringing an indescribable sense of comfort and freedom.

As his words fell, the banquet hall seemed to be shrouded in an invisible magical force, and the restraints and barriers that were originally hidden or visible disappeared at this moment.

Instead, there were sincere smiles on everyone's faces, as brilliant and vivid as the flowers blooming in spring.

Hearty laughter naturally overflowed from the bottom of the heart and gathered into a cheerful symphony, echoing in every corner of the banquet hall, pushing this rare relaxation and joy to the extreme. As the guests gradually took their seats, an indescribable temptation began to fill the air, which was the prelude to the taste bud feast that Yao Lao had carefully prepared.

The first dish, sour and spicy bitter melon, quietly appeared. This dish seemed like an unexpected encounter on a summer afternoon. The sour and spicy danced a waltz on the tip of the tongue. They were both confrontational and fusion. Every chewing seemed to awaken the dormant cells deep in the taste buds, making people feel unprecedented freshness and vitality after the bitterness, and the whole world became brighter.

Then, garlic-fried okra took center stage with its fresh and refined appearance. The green okra, in the gentle embrace of garlic, exuded an irresistible natural fragrance.

Every bite is a gentle soothing to the taste buds, with the aroma of garlic and the sweetness of okra intertwined together, like the first ray of sunshine in the morning penetrating the mist, making people feel relaxed and happy, as if it can wash away all worldly troubles.

The salted pork liver that followed brought the atmosphere of the banquet to another climax.

This dish may seem simple, but it actually embodies Yao Lao’s ultimate pursuit of the original flavor of the ingredients.

The pork liver is tender and glides across the tongue like silk. It has the right amount of saltiness and fragrance, neither overpowering nor losing the flavor. While tasting it, one can't help but indulge in its purity and beauty.

It is not just a dish, but more like a hymn about friendship and life, which makes people feel the warmth and depth of life while savoring it.

Each dish is carefully selected and crafted. They are not just food, but also the love and respect for friendship and life.

In this warm and bustling food feast, time seems to be gently woven with sweetness and laughter, and every bite of food is a gentle ode to the time spent together.

Just as this rare gathering was about to reach its climax, Chun Ri Miao Yu was like the brightest star suddenly blooming in the night sky, quietly breaking the tranquility and adding an indescribable elegance and surprise to the banquet.

She walked lightly with an apologetic yet warm smile on her face, which seemed to dispel all the chill of waiting, and slowly entered the brightly lit banquet hall.

With her arrival, the air seemed to stagnate, and then flow happily again. Everyone's eyes were involuntarily focused on this uninvited guest, and even the aroma of delicious food gave way to her, just to make this late guest the most dazzling focus at the moment.