Chapter 1560 - 1561: As If an Old Friend Has Come
Lv Changqing suddenly felt that Yang Fei's hand seemed to become boneless, slippery like an eel, and accidentally slipped out of his grasp. He was immediately anxious.
He wanted to chase him, but Yang Fei had already entered the inner hall.
Old Wang took a step forward and blocked Lv Changqing, looking at him with a hostile expression.
At this moment, the old master let out a deep sigh.
"Guests are guests, Susu, how can you be so rude? Sir, please follow me inside."
With this, Lv Changqing was overjoyed, and Old Wang could only lower his head, not daring to speak.
Yang Fei walked through the corridor of the storefront room to the back door, opened it, and there was Susu's plum blossom courtyard.
It was the time when plum blossoms were budding, and the fragrance was refreshing and delightful.
Yang Fei took a deep breath and felt greatly at ease.
The courtyard was empty, but there was a tinkling sound coming from the kitchen direction, along with a strong and delicious aroma.
Yang Fei took a deep breath and felt a sense of peace and joy, and couldn't help but praise.
"Miss Susu's culinary skills are unparalleled in the world. Just the scent is worth a big toast."
At this moment, the kitchen curtain moved, and Susu came out.
She wore a blue long dress with a vividly embroidered plum blossom on her chest, her long hair neatly coiled up with two soft strands falling on either side of her cheeks.
Her entire being bore no trace of makeup, like an orchid from a secluded valley, refreshingly extraordinary.
Susu spotted Yang Fei at once, smiled gently, and gave him a sidelong glance.
"A general getting into fights with grandpa on the subway, how improper."
Yang Fei laughed heartily, using his five fingers as a comb to run through his short hair.
"I'm just a soldier, after all, who says generals can't fight?"
A hint of playful blame flashed in Susu's eyes, but her face was full of amusement.
Her hands, as tender and white as scallions, were now wet.
Susu noticed Yang Fei looking at her hands and smiled slightly.
"Brother Yang, you're here; I washed my hands specifically to cook for you. Don't blame me if my skills are lacking."
Yang Fei burst into laughter.
"In this world, if anyone dislikes Miss Susu's cooking, then they must be blind and ignorant of taste."
Susu smiled beautifully, like a blooming orchid, seeming refreshingly pure and refined.
She looked at Yang Fei, her eyes filled with joy.
"There's a chess game in the pavilion, accompany the Ancestral Master for a game while the dishes are almost ready."
Yang Fei nodded, and just then, Lv Changqing rushed over.
He came right up to Susu, panting heavily, and his face was flushed with excitement.
"Susu, we meet again. Why wouldn't you see me?"
Susu's expression changed slightly on seeing Lv Changqing, but then she relaxed and smiled beautifully.
"You're here, just in time to try my dishes."
Lv Changqing turned and looked at Old Wang, who had come in with him, and immediately pulled a long face.
"I had no choice; Manager Wang wouldn't let me in."
Susu smiled beautifully, her smile like a blooming flower, making her whole face seem to glow.
"Who asked you to upset Old Wang? He's not as easygoing as I am."
Yang Fei secretly smiled; Susu seemed pure and simple, but when she lied, she didn't even blink.
Susu saw the old master walking in and immediately bowed respectfully.
"Ancestral Master, you came out too. Please take a rest, the meal will start soon."
The old master nodded slightly, sized up Susu, and said, "No need to go to much trouble."
Lv Changqing had a brainwave, quickly rushing over to support the old master.
"Ancestral Master, mind your step, it's slippery."
The old master laughed heartily, waving his hand, almost causing Lv Changqing to stumble.
"No need, I'm not so weak that I need your help."
Yang Fei watched with interest, chuckling privately as he whispered.
"Don't be fooled by grandpa's over a hundred years old, when it comes to strength, you might not match him."
Yang Fei finished speaking and followed the old master into the pavilion.
Lv Changqing stood there dumbfounded, stuck out his tongue, and muttered.
"I never thought the old master had such great strength, the ancient land of Huaxia truly hides dragons and crouching tigers."
The old master and Yang Fei entered the pavilion, where a Go board was set up, revealing an Exquisite Chess Game layout.
The old master pointed with his hand, "Nothing else to do, play a game with me."
Yang Fei respectfully agreed, picked up a black stone, while the old master held white.
One old, one young, began playing, ignoring Lv Changqing left aside.
Before long, Susu brought out the dishes, simple yet each a masterpiece.
Five or six small dishes: the bitter gourd a lush green like jade, the egg flowers golden, the braised lion head aromatic.
These dishes, at first glance, looked like pieces of art, making one reluctant to dig in.
Susu glanced at Yang Fei, giving him some bamboo shoots with a slight smile.
"Please try this dish. I've been lazy lately, haven't cooked for long, my skills have dulled."
Yang Fei tasted it, feeling the fresh and fragrant flavors, nearly swallowing his tongue.
He couldn't help but praise, "Susu, this dish is remarkable, what is its name?"
Susu blushed slightly, softly reciting.
"Under the west window, the wind sways the green bamboo; it reminds me of an old friend. Let it be called 'Old Friend Comes'. "
Yang Fei clapped his hands and laughed, "Great, a great name."
Susu gave more food to the old master, then changed chopsticks before giving Lv Changqing some too.
Lv Changqing noticed Susu changed chopsticks for him, indicating a sense of closeness, and felt a bit bittersweet.
However, he knew that if it weren't for the old master bringing him in, he wouldn't even have the right to enter this courtyard, so he bore no resentment.
Susu also took out a small jar of Dharma Wine, pouring it for the old master, Yang Fei, and Lv Changqing respectively.
She gracefully stood up, toasting everyone.
"This is the Dharma Wine I brewed this year, a bit young, but mixed with Bamboo Leaf Green, it has its own flavor."
Yang Fei took a sip, feeling a warm current from his throat directly to his stomach.
Then, the wine turned into a warmth spreading throughout his body, seemingly opening every pore, utterly refreshing and delightful.
He gave a thumbs up, "Good wine!"
The old master took a sip too, but his face showed a trace of sadness.
"Haven't had this wine in a long time; this Dharma Wine is created by that girl Feng Yinxue. It's a pity ten years have quickly passed, and things have changed."
Yang Fei felt something stir, the name Feng Yinxue sounded very familiar, as if he had heard it somewhere before.
Susu's face revealed an apologetic expression.
"I'm sorry, grandpa, I didn't mean to stir your memories."
The old master shook his head, letting out a long sigh.
"At my age, I've learned to resign to my fate and view worldly matters lightly."
Lv Changqing watched everyone tasting the wine, felt tempted, and took a sip from his cup.
The fiery sensation traveled from his mouth through his throat to his stomach, unbearably scorching.
Lv Changqing cried out, nearly dropping his cup, looking at Susu in shock.
"Miss Susu, what kind of wine is this?"
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