Transmigrated into the fat wife of the future prime minister

Chapter 3: Early Signs of Culinary Skill
As Xiao Yunsheng spoke, she pulled Xu Qingmeng along and showed her how to start a fire.

Yunmo said in a childish voice,
"Sister-in-law, may I go see my brother?"

Upon hearing Xiao Yunmo's words, Xu Qingmeng recalled the scene from that morning and looked embarrassed. She poured a bowl of water and handed it to Yunmo.

"Go and see if your older brother is awake yet, and bring him a bowl of water."

Xu Qingmeng hadn't forgotten the big shot in the room; porridge was already being cooked for him on the large stove.

Yunmo hadn't returned yet, but Xu Qingmeng had already learned how to start a fire. She said to Xiao Yunsheng,
"Your sister-in-law already knows how to start a fire, you can go out and play, or go out and play."

"Sister-in-law, let me start the fire for you."

Xiao Yunsheng replied that she would still sit in front of the stove.

Xu Qingmeng heated the oil and added dried chili peppers, releasing their aroma. She then added the shredded potatoes and began stir-frying. When the potatoes were almost cooked, she added vinegar, soy sauce, and salt, and continued stir-frying. Soon, a plate of hot and sour shredded potatoes was ready.

Xu Qingmeng scooped out the shredded potatoes and then started stir-frying the Chinese cabbage. The Chinese cabbage was relatively simple; she only added some salt and soy sauce, making it light and refreshing.

Xu Qingmeng had just put the dishes on the table when she heard the sound of the front door opening.

The Gu family's food shop is divided into a front yard and a back yard. The front yard is the shop, and the back yard is the living quarters. Although it is not very big, it is not small either, and it is very convenient, so that opening a shop and doing business can not interfere with each other.

As soon as Mrs. He crossed the threshold of the front yard, she smelled the aroma of the dishes.

Mrs. He paused for a moment, then looked at her own kitchen with a puzzled expression.

Then Mrs. He saw her plump daughter-in-law come out of the kitchen, smiling broadly, and say...
"Mom, you're back."

Mrs. He looked bewildered. "You're cooking?"

"Yes, Mom must be tired from working. Go wash your hands and eat."

Since I married into the family, I've only called her name on the first day, and I haven't called her name since, let alone cooked for her. She's either throwing a tantrum or sleeping every day. She's greedy and selfish, and she makes a scene almost every day.

If it weren't for the fortune teller saying that this man was her son's lucky star, she would have truly harmed her eldest son, and she wouldn't have been able to face her husband after her death.

Moreover, when she left yesterday morning, Xu Qingmeng had a big argument with her, but now she not only called her name but also became so obedient and even cooked a meal.

When Gu Hongxin was alive, she never had to worry about family matters, which fostered her naive personality. Otherwise, she wouldn't have so easily believed the fortune teller and married the original owner, Xu Qingmeng.

Having gone through so much, Mrs. He has grown considerably and clearly doesn't trust her, thinking she's up to some new trick.

"Ms. Xu, what exactly are you trying to do?" Mrs. He said angrily, but then her stomach growled.

"Mom, would you like to come in and try my food? Look, your stomach is protesting." Xu Qingmeng's voice was gentle, no longer the loud one she used to be.

He was indeed hungry. She had gone out to wash clothes for someone, but she ruined one of the clothes. Not only did she not receive her wages, but she also had to compensate the employer. So she hadn't eaten since this morning.

When Mrs. He came to the kitchen, she looked at the dishes on the table: hot and sour shredded potatoes and stir-fried cabbage. Although the shredded potatoes dish was not difficult to make, the knife skills were something even her husband, who was still alive, could not do. Moreover, it looked very appetizing.

Mrs. He swallowed hard, picked up her chopsticks with some skepticism, and put a shredded potato into her mouth. It was perfectly sour and spicy, and crunchy, making her want to eat more and more. Mrs. He then tasted a piece of cabbage. Although there was no meat, it was still fragrant and delicious.

Madam He looked at Xu Qingmeng in surprise and asked hesitantly, "Did you really do all of this?"

Xiao Yunsheng walked over from the stove and said impatiently,

"My sister-in-law made it. I watched her make it. She even made noodles for us. It was so delicious, even better than what my father makes."

Xu Qingmeng smiled, "Mother, you eat your vegetables first, I'll go make you some noodles." Madam He coughed lightly, "They taste good."

Mrs. He doesn't know how to cook, but her family has run a food stall for so many years and has seen so much of the kitchen, so she still has some understanding of it.

Moreover, he only stir-fried two simple dishes, potatoes and cabbage, yet they were so delicious and visually appealing. Even though he is overweight, his knife skills are still exceptional.

Xu Qingmeng breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Since Mother praises me so much, the shop's business will definitely be good in the future."

He paused in her chopsticks, quickly realizing what Xu Qing was thinking: she wanted to open this food stall.

As long as she doesn't cause chaos at home every day, everything is fine.

Seeing that there was no trace of a smile on He Shi's face, Xu Qingmeng realized there was still hope, so she remained silent.

She quickly prepared noodles for Madam He, then looked at Xiao Yunsheng and said, "Xiao Yunsheng, come eat with your mother. Don't eat too much, have some vegetables."

Xu Qingmeng estimated the two little ones' appetites; a little bit of food would be enough for each of them, but not too much, or their stomachs would get upset.

Xu Qingmeng gave He a few more instructions, then went to get a bowl of porridge and took it to the east wing.

In the east wing, Gu Yunyi was already awake and drinking water, while Xiao Yunmo stood by the bed.

"sister in law!"

"Good boy/girl, go to the kitchen and eat with Mom and your sister, but you can only eat some vegetables, otherwise your tummy will hurt."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yunmo dashed out in a flash.

Gu Yunyi narrowed his eyes at her, a murderous intent flashing in them. She felt a chill run down her spine, but then pretended not to notice.
"You're awake. I've made some congee. Have some first."

The man leaned against the bedpost, his eyes coldly fixed on her.
"what do you want?"

Xu Qingmeng handed the bowl to him, "I don't want anything. The porridge isn't hot anymore, so you should eat quickly!"

Gu Yunyi picked up a spoon and stirred the porridge in the bowl. The porridge was very thick and emitted a faint aroma of rice, which made him feel hungry.

The first bite reveals the porridge's delicate texture, perfect temperature, and melt-in-your-mouth quality, with a hint of sweetness that makes you want to eat more.

Gu Yunyi looked up at Xu Qingmeng and said calmly, then continued to drink his porridge.

Soon, the bowl of congee was finished, and Gu Yunyi felt much more energetic.

"anything else?"

"You'd better not try anything funny again," Gu Yunyi said, staring intently at her.

"What tricks could I possibly play? As husband and wife, isn't it natural for us to share a room?" Xu Qingmeng was stunned for a moment, then said shamelessly.

The original owner didn't seem to have done anything wrong, at most drugged him and forced himself on him. Was it really necessary? But considering the original owner's figure, it's no wonder Gu Yunyi wanted to kill him. After all, for a man, that would be a great humiliation.

"What did you say?" Gu Yunyi shouted, recalling last night, he felt like killing her.

Xu Qingmeng coughed lightly, "It's nothing, it's nothing. You get some rest, I'm going to wash the dishes."

(End of this chapter)