Chapter 479 - Chapter 479: Chapter 466 When did it happen? (1/2)

Chapter 479: Chapter 466 When did it happen?

“I understand your intentions, Master Chu.”

Zhuang Qingning smiled radiantly, “If there is anything you need me to do here, just let me know.”

Since Chu Jinnian was so generous, she naturally couldn’t be too stingy.

Although she had no money or influence, she could contribute her efforts, which could be considered as a barter exchange between them.

“So, we agree on this matter…”

“What have Big Brother and Big Sister Ning agreed on?”

As soon as Chu Jinnian finished speaking, Chu Jinzhou, who had returned with Zhuang Qingsui and Zhuang Mingli, smiled and asked.

“Nothing much, just that we agreed to have lunch at Sister Ning’s home today.” Chu Jinnian answered. His charming eyes were filled with laughter.

Zhuang Qingning had heard that Chu Jinnian was particularly fond of his younger brother, a typical brother obsessed. Seeing the affectionate smile on Chu Jinnian’s face when he saw Chu Jinzhou, she felt that the rumors were true. She simply smiled and nodded, “Yes, what do you want to eat for lunch?”

“That’s great.”

Chu Jinzhou excitedly clapped his little hands, immediately sticking to Zhuang Qingning, “Sister Ning, I want to eat mouth-watering chicken, chicken soup noodles, and the lotus cakes you make for lunch.”

“I want to eat sweet and sour fish!” Zhuang Qingsui chimed in from the side.

“What about you? What do you want to eat?” Zhuang Qingning asked Zhuang Mingli, who had been silent all this time.

Zhuang Mingli scratched his ear, “I just want to eat the hot and sour noodles made by Sister Ning.”

Zhuang Yonghe loved spicy food and Zhuang Mingli seemed to be similarly influenced, with a great fondness for spicy dishes. However, because he had to avoid certain foods due to a previous illness, he had to suppress this fondness.

Now that Zhuang Mingli was in good health and able to eat spicy food, his suppressed appetite rebounded like a spring. He desired it at every single meal.

But he had some heatiness recently, probably from eating too much. According to Zhuang Yonghe and Mrs. He, his throat had been sore these last few days, but he kept putting off doing anything about it.

“You can eat hot and sour noodles, but I’ll make them a bit lighter for you, and you’re only allowed to eat a small bowl.” Zhuang Qingning responded, “Also, you’re not allowed to eat any other spicy foods today.”

“I understand.” Zhuang Mingli nodded excitedly.

“Does Master Chu have any food preferences?” Zhuang Qingning thought for a while, then asked Chu Jinnian.

“Hmm…” Chu Jinnian pondered for a moment, smiling as he replied, “I am not picky, Miss Zhuang. You can cook whatever you like.”

After all, it made no difference to him what he ate at this time.

“Alright then, I’ll cook hot and sour noodles, chicken soup noodles, mouth-watering chicken, sweet and sour fish, hot and sour cabbage, stir-fried mixed vegetables, tofu with century eggs, and fried lotus root.”

Zhuang Qingning listed a few dishes after calculating briefly.

“Okay.” Chu Jinnian nodded, then turned to Chu Jinzhou and the others, “It’s getting late. Get ready for your lessons.”

“Yes, Mr. Chu.” Chu Jinzhou was the first to blink and respond. Zhuang Mingli and Zhuang Qingsui also called out “Teacher,” picked up their books, and went inside the house.

Shortly after, Chu Jinnian’s clear but deep voice could be heard from the house as he began the lesson.

Zhuang Qingning concealed her smile and went to prepare the ingredients for lunch.

Chu Jinnian taught Chu Jinzhou and the others until lunchtime. They had a lavish and delicious lunch at Zhuang Qingning’s house. In the afternoon, they reviewed the characters and articles they had learned in the morning. When the sun began to set, Chu Jinnian took Chu Jinzhou and bid his farewells.

“Have a safe journey, Master Chu.” Zhuang Qingning saw Chu Jinnian and Chu Jinzhou off. She didn’t lead Zhuang Qingsui and Zhuang Mingli back into the courtyard until their carriage had disappeared into the distance.

“How was Master Chu’s lesson today?” Zhuang Qingning casually asked.

“Honestly, although Mr. Chu is young, he delivers the lessons in a more practiced manner than Mr. Fan.” Zhuang Mingli said.

Zhuang Qingsui nodded in agreement, “Indeed, he explains everything in great detail. When Mr. Fan gives lessons, it takes me time to digest and remember everything. But Mr. Chu’s lessons… they’re so easy to remember.”