Taking Liu Yifei back to Northeast China for the Chinese New Year has sent the entire internet into

Soon, the stall owner, Old Li, brought out four steaming bowls of tofu pudding.

The snow-white tofu pudding was served in a simple, unadorned porcelain bowl, topped with a spoonful of dark brown braising sauce, and sprinkled with chopped cilantro and pickled mustard greens.

Immediately afterwards, freshly fried dough sticks and steamed buns were served.

The fried dough sticks were fried until golden brown and fluffy, each one almost as thick as a forearm.

The buns are large with thin skins, and you can vaguely see the plump meat filling inside.

The aroma, a blend of bean, oil, and meat, was simply irresistible.

Fang Yu picked up a fried dough stick but didn't eat it right away.

Instead, he started his impromptu science popularization by facing the drone's camera.

"Come on, friends, today I'm going to show you the proper way to have a breakfast in Northeast China."

He cleared his throat with an air of importance and pointed to the tofu pudding in front of him, saying:

"As we all know, the debate over whether tofu pudding should be sweet or savory has always been a great unsolved mystery in my country's culinary world."

"Today, I, Fang Yu, as a staunch representative of the savory party, am here to vindicate savory tofu pudding!"

As soon as he said that, the live stream chat exploded.

A grand "battle between sweet and savory tofu pudding" has begun.

Long live the savory version! Tofu pudding must be savory! Topped with braised sauce, chive blossoms, and chili oil, that's what makes it so delicious!

[Heretical! Absolutely heretical! Tofu pudding is supposed to be sweet! Add sugar! Add osmanthus! That's true heavenly deliciousness!]

We Southerners say, sweet is the only authentic way! What the heck is salty?!

We northerners are saying, "Sweet tofu pudding? Isn't that just tofu pudding in sweet soup?"

[Let's fight! Let's fight! I hereby declare the Fifth World War of Tofu Pudding officially underway!]

As Fang Yu watched the bloody battle in the live chat, his smile deepened.

This is exactly the effect he wanted.

Fang Yu picked up the chili oil jar on the table and scooped two large spoonfuls into his bowl.

The bright red chili oil instantly gave that bowl of tofu pudding its soul.

He stirred it with a spoon, scooped up a spoonful, and put it in his mouth.

"Um--"

Fang Yu let out a satisfied sigh.

"That's the taste!"

"The tofu's smooth texture, the savory flavor of the braising sauce, the fiery kick of the chili, the refreshing taste of the cilantro... all the flavors blend perfectly in your mouth, it's absolutely amazing!"

While eating, he didn't forget to "attack" those who crave sweets.

"I just don't understand, what's the difference between putting sugar in tofu pudding and drinking soy milk?"

"This is an insult to the great invention of tofu pudding!"

Fang Yu's words were like adding fuel to the fire.

The two opposing camps in the live chat are arguing fiercely, almost to the point of going through the internet to have a real-life showdown.

Liu Yifei watched from the side, unable to suppress a smile.

This was the first time she had ever heard of such a small bowl of tofu pudding that could spark such a huge "war".

Liu Yifei looked at the bowl of plain tofu pudding in front of her, somewhat at a loss.

She has eaten sweet tofu pudding since she was a child.

She was both curious and hesitant to try this savory tofu pudding topped with braised sauce.

"Want to try some?" Fang Yu noticed her hesitation and nudged her with his elbow.

"Don't worry, it'll taste even better than you imagine."

Fang's mother chimed in, "That's right, Yifei, try it! Our Northeastern tofu pudding is delicious!"

Encouraged by the three, Liu Yifei finally mustered up her courage.

She imitated Fang Yu, first carefully scooping a small spoonful and putting it in her mouth.

The next second, her eyes suddenly lit up!

good to eat!

It tasted completely different from the stale, salty flavor she had imagined!

The braising sauce is incredibly delicious, with a subtle hint of soy sauce and meat flavor that perfectly complements the natural bean aroma of the tofu pudding.

The texture of the tofu pudding was smoother and more tender than any tofu pudding she had ever eaten before; it almost melted in her mouth.

The addition of crunchy pickled mustard tuber pieces and flavorful cilantro creates a very rich and complex texture.

This was a complex and delicious flavor she had never experienced before!

"How was it?" Fang Yu asked smugly, looking at her expression.

Liu Yifei was speechless; she could only nod vigorously and then eagerly scooped up another large spoonful.

This time, she even followed Fang Yu's example and dipped it in chili oil.

That touch of spiciness elevates the entire flavor to a whole new level.

Liu Yifei was completely won over.

She no longer cared about her goddess image and, imitating the Fang family father and son next to her, broke the fried dough sticks into small pieces and soaked them in the tofu pudding.

The fried dough sticks, soaked in savory braising sauce, are soft on the outside and chewy on the inside—simply a delicacy!

Her little mouth was greasy from eating, and fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead. Her face was filled with satisfaction and happiness.

This scene was faithfully captured by the camera.

Ahhh! Watching the fairy eat looks so delicious! It's making me hungry!

[I've betrayed you! For a moment, I, a staunch sweet tooth, actually crave savory tofu pudding!]

[Li Yifei's eating habits are so real and cute! It seems she's completely integrated into Northeast China!]

[Oh no, the goddess has been led astray by Fang Yu...]

A gust of wind swept away the remaining clouds.

All four of them ate to their hearts' content, their bellies round and full.

Fang's mother stood up and walked to the stall to pay.

"Old Li, how much?"

While busy serving tofu pudding to new customers, stall owner Lao Li called out without looking up:

"Four bowls of tofu pudding cost eight yuan, four fried dough sticks cost four yuan, a plate of steamed buns cost seven yuan, totaling... nineteen yuan!"

Fang's mother took out a twenty-yuan bill from her pocket and handed it over.

"No need to look anymore!" she said with a flourish.

"No way!" Old Li deftly grabbed a one-yuan coin from the cash box and stuffed it back into Fang's mother's hands.

"Sister Fang, you can come again next time!"

Mrs. Fang smiled and accepted the coins, then left with her family.

The whole process was smooth and natural, full of the most basic human touch among ordinary people.

However, Liu Yifei and the viewers in the live stream were all stunned when they heard the price.

Nineteen pieces?

Four people, so full from eating tofu pudding, fried dough sticks, and meat buns, and it only cost nineteen yuan?!

Liu Yifei rubbed her ears, wondering if she had misheard.

She usually spends more than that on a single bottle of water.

The chat room exploded with comments.

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[Did I hear that right? Nineteen yuan? Is it RMB? Are you sure it's not US dollars?]

Four people! Nineteen yuan! That's less than five yuan per person on average! Is this price range even real?

That fried dough stick was almost as thick as my arm! And it's only one yuan a piece? Here, the thinner and shorter ones cost three yuan!

[Those steamed buns, such a huge plate, seven yuan? They're practically full of meat! How are you even making a profit, boss?]

I initially thought that the twenty yuan Fang Ma took out might not be enough, but she even gave me one yuan in change...

[I only make 3,000 yuan a month. If I went to Northeast China, would I be able to live like an emperor? Living a life of feasting on meat and fish every day?]

I'm so upset, I'm really upset! A meat bun at the convenience store downstairs costs four yuan!

I seriously doubt whether Northeast China has its own independent monetary system and price standards!

Stop talking, I'm going to check train tickets to Northeast China right now! I'm going to achieve breakfast freedom!

These astonishing prices shocked all viewers.

They never imagined that in 2206, such affordable prices would still be available.