Courtyard House: Inheriting the Restaurant, the Jia Family Wants to Get It for Free

"I remember! You're Sister Bai Ling, the policewoman who catches bad guys!"

Cheng Ling'er tilted her head up and answered in a clear, crisp voice.

Upon hearing the words "police officer sister," Bai Ling's face broke into a rare smile, though it was still very faint.

She took two pieces of fruit candy wrapped in oil paper from her pocket and handed them to Ling'er: "Good girl, here you go."

"Thank you, sister!"

Ling'er happily took it, peeled off a piece, and was about to put it in her mouth.

"Ling'er, say thank you to your sister first, and you can have candy after you finish your meal."

Cheng Shuhai reminded him from the side.

"Okay." Ling'er obediently wrapped the candy up again and carefully put it into her pocket.

Looking at Cheng Ling'er's well-behaved and sensible demeanor, and then at Cheng Shuhai who was busy nearby, Bai Ling suddenly asked, "Cheng Shuhai, your sister is five years old this year, right? When do you plan to send her to school?"

Cheng Shuhai was taken aback; he hadn't expected her to ask that.

He scratched his head, somewhat embarrassed, and said, "I originally planned to send her to a nearby primary school during this period, but I've been too busy lately, so it's been delayed."

This is not an excuse. Since he transmigrated here, he has been busy running a restaurant and fighting with the Jia family. He really hasn't had time to deal with this matter.

Upon hearing this, Bai Ling frowned almost imperceptibly.

"Schooling your child up is a big deal and shouldn't be delayed."

"The country is now calling for literacy campaigns and promoting education, and girls should also be able to study."

"Only by being cultured and knowledgeable can one become a useful member of society in the future and avoid being bullied."

Her tone of voice was like that of someone giving a work report, methodical and serious, but the concern in her words was genuine.

Zheng Chaoyang, who was listening nearby, chuckled and interjected, "Listen to that, Comrade Bai Ling is so insightful. But she's right, Shuhai, you need to pay attention to the children's schooling. It's not easy for you to take care of your younger sister alone. If you encounter any difficulties and need our help, just let us know."

"That's right! Brother Shuhai, don't stand on ceremony with us!"

Hao Pingchuan also spoke in a muffled voice.

Cheng Shuhai felt a warmth in his heart.

He could sense that these three people genuinely cared about him and his sister.

Such goodwill, untainted by any self-interest, is especially precious in this era.

"Thank you for your concern, brothers and sisters. I will remember it." Cheng Shuhai nodded solemnly. "Once I'm done with this busy period, I will definitely go and register Ling'er as soon as possible."

"Yes, that's right." Bai Ling nodded in satisfaction, then turned to Ling'er and said, "Ling'er, study hard and become a scientist in the future, okay?"

"Okay!" Ling'er nodded vigorously and answered loudly.

"Alright, alright, Comrade Bai Ling, don't scare her. Let's eat first," Zheng Chaoyang interrupted her with a smile. "Boss, what's good to eat today? Just give us three bowls of egg noodles!"

"Alright!" Cheng Shuhai replied, "Please wait a moment, I'll get right away."

He turned and went into the kitchen, wondering what he could make for them.

They're so kind; I can't be stingy.

He recalled the eggs he had collected in the blessed space yesterday; they were plump, golden yellow, and clearly not ordinary.

Perfect timing, let them have a taste today!

This is also a way to thank them for their help yesterday, and incidentally, to deepen this rare friendship.

Cheng Shuhai went into the kitchen and first scooped out the dough that had been fermenting in the vat.

He picked up the rolling pin and rolled the dough into a thin sheet, then cut it into evenly sized strips.

The whole process was smooth and effortless, showing that the original owner of this body had a very solid foundation in cooking.

Then, he began preparing the garnish.

Zheng Chaoyang and the others were a great help yesterday. Cheng Shuhai doesn't plan to charge for today's meal, and he must bring something of real value.

He pretended to take something out of a sack from a corner of the kitchen, but actually took out three eggs from his blessed space with a thought.

The moment I held these eggs, I could feel their difference.

It's almost a whole size larger than a regular egg, with a healthy light brown shell that's smooth and heavy.

He looked around to make sure no one was watching before cracking the egg into the bowl.

"Snapped!"

The eggshell cracked crisply, and the golden yolk flowed out instantly. Its color was richer and brighter than any other free-range egg he had ever seen, like a piece of molten gold.

The egg whites were also exceptionally thick and translucent.

"Good stuff!" Cheng Shuhai thought to himself.

Just by looking at its appearance, you can tell that it will taste absolutely amazing.

He beat three eggs, and chopped some scallions and minced meat.

Heat oil in a wok, stir-fry the minced meat until fragrant, then pour in the golden egg mixture and stir-fry quickly.

With a sizzling sound, the rich aroma of eggs mixed with the fragrance of meat instantly filled the entire kitchen.

The aroma was powerful and pure, completely different from the taste of ordinary eggs.

Zheng Chaoyang and the other two, who were chatting outside, all smelled the aroma and stopped talking at the same time.

"Wow! What smells so good?" Hao Pingchuan sniffed hard, his mouth practically watering.

"It smells like eggs, but... it seems a little different, especially strong." Bai Ling was also a little surprised, as she is very sensitive to smells.

Zheng Chaoyang also looked curious: "This Cheng Shuhai is really something. Just by smelling this, I know today's noodles will be good."

Cheng Shuhai was in the kitchen, taking out the stir-fried eggs and minced meat, and starting a new pot of water to boil.

Once the water boils, add the noodles.

The noodles were tossed and turned in the boiling water for a few seconds and then cooked quickly.

He scooped the noodles into three large bowls, and then poured a creamy white broth into each bowl from the pot of warm bone broth that had been sitting nearby.

Finally, and most importantly.

He spread the stir-fried golden eggs and minced meat evenly over the three bowls of noodles.

However, he remained cautious.

Instead of placing all the eggs on top, he used chopsticks to bury more than half of the eggs under the noodles, leaving only a thin layer on the surface.

In this way, at first glance, they will only think it is an ordinary bowl of egg noodles, but they will discover the "surprise" when they eat the noodles.

This gradual experience is far more impactful than seeing a bowl full of eggs right away.

"Here comes the noodles for the three of you!"

Cheng Shuhai carried a large tray in one hand and steadily carried out the three bowls of noodles.

Golden eggs, bright green scallions, milky white broth, and snow-white noodles—it's enough to make your mouth water just looking at it.

"It smells delicious, and it looks even more appetizing!" Hao Pingchuan couldn't wait any longer and picked up his chopsticks to start eating.

"Try it, try my brother's cooking!" Zheng Chaoyang said with a smile, picking up his chopsticks.

The three of them picked up a mouthful of noodles with their chopsticks and put it in their mouths.

"Hmm!"

The noodles are smooth and chewy, with a rich wheat aroma. The broth is delicious and mellow, not oily or greasy.

"Delicious!" Hao Pingchuan mumbled a praise, then buried his head and devoured the food.

Zheng Chaoyang and Bai Ling's eyes lit up as well.

The texture of these noodles is truly exceptional.

"Cheng Shuhai, your noodles are amazing! They taste even better than those made by the head chefs at state-run restaurants!" Zheng Chaoyang exclaimed sincerely.

"Brother Zheng, you flatter me. It's just some simple home cooking," Cheng Shuhai said with a modest smile.

After a few bites of noodles, the group's chopsticks soon touched the "treasure" buried underneath.

"Huh?" Hao Pingchuan was the first to exclaim in surprise.

He used his chopsticks to rummage through the noodles and discovered that there were actually large chunks of egg and minced meat hidden under the noodles, much more than what he had seen on top.

"Damn! Brother Shuhai, you're too honest! How many eggs did you put in there?!" Hao Pingchuan exclaimed in surprise.

Zheng Chaoyang and Bai Ling noticed it too, and they both smiled knowingly.

They all understood what Cheng Shuhai meant.

This kid is expressing his gratitude in this subtle way.

It's unassuming and unpretentious, but the sentiment is all in this bowl of noodles.