Chapter 251: Xu Lang at Twenty, Comes of Age (2 / 2)
After being skinned, the duck feet had plumped up nicely from the yellow wine, looking tender and chewy.
Watching his son skillfully remove the main bone and tendons from the duck feet, Liang Rui narrowed his eyes. “Did you learn this for Grand Madam?”
His eldest son, who had been silent ever since he started cooking, finally spoke. “Mm. Later, I’ll sandwich the duck feet with ham, coat the bamboo shoots with honey, and slow-steam everything until it’s soft, fragrant, and rich in flavor.”
Liang Rui said flatly, “You might not get the chance to cook for the Grand Madam.”
Liang Youwen smiled. “Father, haven’t you always taught my brother and me to plan carefully before taking action? No matter the outcome, I should at least prepare everything first.”
Liang Rui fell silent again, simply watching his son focus intently on cooking.
After a while, he suddenly spoke. “Other things are impossible, but if all you want is to cook a meal for the Grand Madam, I can ask Prime Minister Dou for a favor.”
Liang Youwen’s eyes lit up. He immediately dropped the spatula and sat down beside Liang Rui. “Father! Are you serious?”
Liang Rui shot him a glare. “Only under the guise of a gratitude gift—don’t get any strange ideas. Remember, the Grand Madam doesn’t lack cooks.”