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Xu Hongdou looked at Li Haoyu and said. ♞♢ 69ѕн𝔲x.𝐜о𝐦 ☢🐊

"Why are you so quiet again? What mischief are you plotting this time?"

Li Haoyu smiled and said, "You're wronging me. I was thinking about how to make you something delicious. Since you're already here, how could I let you eat instant noodles like that?"

Am I that kind of person?

Xu Hongdou looked at Li Haoyu's puzzled expression with a helpless expression.

This person didn't look like this just now.

Just a few short minutes.

Li Haoyu has two completely different faces.

She truly hadn't expected Li Haoyu to change his expression so quickly.

Li Haoyu said with a smile, "The way you're looking at me, is there something wrong with what I said?"

Seeing this, Xu Hongdou could only stomp her feet in anger.

Fortunately, Xu Hongdou was really hungry.

She didn't have the energy to argue with Li Haoyu any further.

Li Haoyu naturally decided to stop while he was ahead.

However, the two arrived at Youfeng Courtyard in such a hurry that they didn't have time to buy any ingredients. Li Haoyu had no choice but to use what was available, fortunately Xie Xiaochun had mentioned this before leaving.

The basic ingredients for the courtyard were all in the communal refrigerator, and everyone could use what they had there. Li Haoyu looked at the items, which included only the most basic flour and rice.

There were only a handful of ingredients in the refrigerator:

Three tomatoes, a few eggs, and some local specialty mushrooms.

However, none of this could stump Li Haoyu, a northerner.

Furthermore, the better the chef, the more they can transform ordinary ingredients into something magical. Today, I'm going to let Xu Hongdou try making noodles myself; I guarantee she'll be hooked after just one try.

Li Haoyu plans to make Xu Hongdou some tomato braised noodles this time.

Actually, Li Haoyu's cooking skills weren't very impressive before, but after being a stay-at-home dad for over ten years in "Growing Pain 2", his cooking skills really improved by leaps and bounds.

However, even before that, there was tomato braised noodles.

It's also one of the few dishes that Li Haoyu can be proud of.

After all, tomato braised noodles are one of the few noodle dishes that northerners can eat from spring to winter, year after year without getting tired of it. It is truly a classic that will last forever.

Anyway, Li Haoyu didn't know what other people's situations were, but that's how his mother fed him until he was chubby and healthy.

Ultimately, tomato braised noodles aren't some fancy dish. The method is very simple: cook the noodles, then pour on a thick tomato braising sauce, and you have a bowl of fragrant and flavorful tomato braised noodles.

Therefore, the broth is the soul of the dish.

Xu Hongdou became interested when she heard that Li Haoyu was going to make braised noodles.

Noodles are actually one of her favorite foods.

Xu Hongdou volunteered, "Let me help out too. Although I'm not very good at kneading dough, I can help you wash the ingredients and peel the tomatoes without any problem."

Li Haoyu did not refuse. In fact, he always felt that cooking together as a couple was entirely beneficial.

This is what's truly romantic.

In Li Haoyu's opinion, it's wonderful for boyfriends and girlfriends to cook and live together. Experiencing the everyday joys of life together is a great way to nurture their relationship.

Really!

Because when you and your partner do the same thing at the same time.

Your hearts are connected.

This kind of happiness can only be understood by those who have experienced it.

Romance doesn't always have to be surrounded by flowers or showered with sweet words. It can be found in the corners of life, in the seasons and in everyday meals. Often, it's simply about couples who get along well in their daily lives.

Ultimately, they often end up walking down the aisle.

Xu Hongdou was quite enthusiastic when she heard about cooking. She even proactively said to Li Haoyu, "Why don't I give it a try? I've never properly cooked before, what do you think?"

Li Haoyu nodded.

In his eyes, it's just tomato noodles, right? Even if Xu Hongdou's cooking skills are bad, how bad can they be? He can just take over the cooking himself.

Li Haoyu said, "Of course, no problem. I also want to see how good you are. But you need a little ritual before you start cooking."

Xu Hongdou found Li Haoyu's words a bit strange.

What ritual is needed when cooking?

Li Haoyu waved to Xu Hongdou.

"This sense of ritual is an attitude towards life, so let's start with something as simple as cooking!"

Xu Hongdou couldn't help but say, "Then just say it directly, why are you beating around the bush like this?"

Li Haoyu pulled out a white apron from behind him and said, "Of course we need to change into our gear first. The conditions here are a bit basic, otherwise I would have to give you a chef's hat."

Xu Hongdou saw that Li Haoyu was making such a big fuss.

The result was just such a trivial matter.

She couldn't help but say, "Is it really necessary to be so exaggerated? Besides, it's just making braised noodles, is it really necessary to make such a fuss? Luckily there aren't many people here, otherwise they would think I'm making some kind of grand feast."

"It would be quite embarrassing for others to see this, so you'd better put your apron away."

Li Haoyu shook his head. "How can you say that? There's hardly anyone here right now. Even if there were someone watching, so what?"

"My dear Miss Xu, why are you suddenly so concerned about your image?"

Xu Hongdou was about to retort.

Li Haoyu immediately picked up the conversation.

"This isn't just for show. You know you're wearing a white dress today. We're going out later, and if you accidentally get it dirty, it'll waste your time."

"Changing clothes isn't the most important thing; the more crucial point is that this is not a good omen."

This is a serious taboo for a traveler embarking on a long journey, meaning that you're unlikely to have good luck on your trip.

So you can't go wrong by listening to me; you can't be completely without respect. I've already completed more than half of my round-the-world trip; shouldn't my opinion be respected by authority?

The so-called round-the-world trip was, of course, something Li Haoyu made up on the spot. It was just something he made up to convince Xu Hongdou.

However, Xu Hongdou actually believed it.

After all, the two met at a hotel. Li Haoyu had even told her that he would buy a refrigerator magnet wherever he went, and he had even found a special suitcase to store it.

In Xu Hongdou's eyes:

Li Haoyu has always been a person with both money and free time.

So what is generally considered an unattainable round-the-world trip should actually be quite ordinary for Li Haoyu. Therefore, what Li Haoyu said should be true.

Otherwise, there's no point in him lying to himself about such a small matter.

So Xu Hongdou nodded and said, "Then hand me the apron, I can put it on myself."

Li Haoyu shook his head. "No need, let me help you. What if there are bacteria on this? You just washed your hands, there's no need to do it again just for this. I'll just write it down for you."

Xu Hongdou didn't think it was a big deal.

She nodded casually.

Li Haoyu's mouth was practically splitting open with a grin.

His thoughts were not so simple.

He could take this opportunity to advance his career while tying an apron on Xu Hongdou.

After all, Li Haoyu's behavior just now was a bit too domineering.

He cornered Xu Hongdou on the stairs and confessed his feelings to her, and although the outcome was fairly good, Li Haoyu could tell that Xu Hongdou was very wary at the time.

So he never had the chance to get any closer to her.

But this time is different; Xu Hongdou herself agreed to it. So, if there's any physical contact during the process, she probably won't have much to say.

Li Haoyu is so indecisive.

Xu Hongdou, on the other hand, became anxious first.

She spoke directly, "What are you dawdling for? At this rate, when will I ever get a bite of noodles? Is such a small thing really that complicated?"

Li Haoyu didn't back down either.

He immediately placed his hand on Xu Hongdou's waist.

That's when he realized what a real slim waist was.

Xu Hongdou's waist is so slender, no wonder even Bai Juyi wrote the line "a willow's slender waist".

Xu Hongdou hadn't taken it seriously at first.

As it turned out, when the incident occurred...

Xu Hongdou's face flushed instantly. More importantly, the way Li Haoyu released his hand made her waist tingle, and she almost couldn't help but make a sound.

The atmosphere between the two instantly became ambiguous.

"Cough cough, hurry up, I'm waiting!"

Xu Hongdou was actually quite shy.

But the more shy she was, the less she could show it.

Director Li Haoyu didn't actually touch Xu Hongdou's back, but he did accidentally brush against hers during the process. With his exceptional senses, Li Haoyu could even feel that Xu Hongdou had just shuddered.

The two were so close, and the scent of shampoo on Xu Hongdou's hair was becoming increasingly alluring. He hadn't realized Xu Hongdou had such a great figure. Li Haoyu hesitated for a moment, then opened his hand from his waist.

He tentatively tried to hug Xu Hongdou from behind.

Now, Xu Hongdou's body became even stiffer.

Even her breathing became somewhat rapid.

However, they didn't manage to mount any significant resistance.

Li Haoyu lowered his head and whispered in Xu Hongdou's ear, "Hongdou..."

Xu Hongdou seemed to have suddenly awakened to something when faced with Li Haoyu's attitude.

Her hand was firmly pressed against Li Haoyu's wrist.

"You promised me before, and I believe you!"

Xu Hongdou didn't even turn her head.

She simply said this in a soft voice.

But Li Haoyu did not continue.

Although he knew that if he persisted, he would most likely succeed.

But Li Haoyu always felt that if he did that, he would lose even more.

So Li Haoyu spent less than two seconds tying an apron for Xu Hongdou. Xu Hongdou secretly breathed a sigh of relief that Li Haoyu could do this.

.........

The two of them had a great understanding.

They no longer mentioned the little incident that had just occurred.

However, Xu Hongdou seemed at a loss when faced with the already lit stove. She asked Li Haoyu, "Can I turn on the heat now? Then I'll really pour in the oil."

Li Haoyu, meanwhile, held a spatula and watched silently beside Xu Hongdou.

Alright, Li Haoyu figured it out.

Xu Hongdou wasn't being modest at all.

She previously said that her cooking skills weren't very good, and she only knew a little bit.

It seems a bit overrated now.

He was especially struck by the fact that Xu Hongdou poured half a bottle of oil into the container.

He chose to take direct control of the stove.

However, Li Haoyu still gave Xu Hongdou a way out.

"We can't afford to run out of time. I suddenly remembered that the tomato skins aren't peeled yet. Let's divide the work; let you girls handle the delicate task of peeling."

"As for the rough work of tossing the wok and stirring the sauce, let me do it."

Xu Hongdou did not persist.

After all, she had just heard the sound of oil splattering.

She panicked for a moment, and decided to do what she could.

Xu Hongdou obediently went to clean the tomatoes.

Li Haoyu waited a while before taking the peeled tomato.

He immediately took action.

The ingredients for tomato-based braised noodles are very simple. The seasonings are even simpler: just scallions, garlic, salt, sugar, and oil.

Li Haoyu first stir-fried the tomatoes briefly to release their juices, then added some sugar to enhance the flavor of the sauce, and then added the eggs and stir-fried them evenly.

The broth and eggs blended perfectly, stir-fried until they clung together tightly. And that's it! Honestly, Li Haoyu's cooking skills are almost good enough to open a restaurant.

Cooking isn't actually difficult; it just requires repeated practice, patience, and the accumulation of experience over time. Eventually, you'll develop the skill to handle any available seasonings perfectly and create the right flavor.

Two bowls of fragrant tomato braised noodles.

It was quickly served to Xu Hongdou.

However, Xu Hongdou did not make a move for a long time.

This puzzled Li Haoyu. "What's wrong? Are you staring blankly? These noodles won't taste good if you leave them out any longer. What are you standing there for?"

"Ugh, how can I eat with you staring at me like that?"

Xu Hongdou herself admitted that she was actually a little embarrassed to say it.

Normally, when she's home alone, she either orders takeout or just cooks some instant noodles. Now that Li Haoyu is staring straight at her, she's actually a little nervous.

Li Haoyu, however, took a bowl directly from in front of Xu Hongdou.

"Then I'll eat by myself first, I won't wait for you."

Li Haoyu poured the stir-fried tomatoes and eggs over the noodles and mixed them well, letting the sauce soak into the noodles. He then devoured the noodles, treating them like Xu Hongdou's.

The most outrageous thing is that Li Haoyu somehow got two cloves of raw garlic.

As he slurped down his noodles, he commented, "These noodles, especially with some garlic, are absolutely delicious, truly wonderful!"

Xu Hongdou hadn't reacted yet.

Li Haoyu finished his bowl, but then he reached out and grabbed another bowl, clearly eyeing the one in front of her.

You have no idea how hard it was for Xu Hongdou to get a bite of noodles.

Not only did she put in the work and effort, but Li Haoyu also took advantage of her so much. What if she doesn't even get a bowl of noodles in the end?

So, in a fit of anger, Xu Hongdou used one hand to block Li Haoyu's clutches, and with the other hand, she even snatched a clove of garlic from Li Haoyu.

She peeled the garlic cloves and started eating them, just like Li Haoyu did.

Seeing this, Li Haoyu also revealed a smug smile.

No matter how clever Xu Hongdou is, she still has to fall for my little tricks. Li Haoyu looked at Xu Hongdou's possessive attitude towards her food.

He silently went back to the kitchen and brought out two large bowls of fresh food.

He said with a smile.

"No need to rush, I have plenty here."

Xu Hongdou's face was quite a sight.