NABC Chapter 23 Achieving Hot Pot Freedom
Chapter 23 Achieving Hot Pot Freedom
Chapter Twenty-Three: Achieving Hot Pot Freedom
After Cheng Ruyi had everything ready, she summoned Emperor Yunxuan, the Empress, and her third brother Cheng Yibao to enjoy the hot pot feast together!
Emperor Yunxuan, the Empress, and the Third Prince stared at the dazzling array of ingredients before them, unsure how to begin. The Third Prince, his mouth practically watering, eagerly asked, "Sister, what is this? It looks so delicious!"
Emperor Yunxuan quickly chimed in, "Yes, Ruyi! What is this? I could smell its wonderful aroma from afar, and it looks incredibly delicious!" (＞?＜)☆
If we're talking about composure, then the Empress is undoubtedly the most composed, though her eyes also held a hint of doubt as she looked at Cheng Ruyi. (*^w^*)
Cheng Ruyi smiled and said in her childish voice, "Father, Mother, and brother, this is called hot pot. Just put the ingredients in the pot and cook for a few minutes, then you can eat it! Watch Grandpa the Chef demonstrate for you."
After Cheng Ruyi finished speaking, she looked at the elderly imperial chef and gestured for him to demonstrate. He put the ingredients into the boiling broth with hot pot base, cooked them for a few minutes, then took them out and placed them in the bowls in front of Emperor Yunxuan, the Empress, and the Third Prince, and waited for them to taste them.
With a look of doubt mixed with anticipation, Emperor Yunxuan picked up his chopsticks and took the first bite, intending to savor its flavor. The instant it entered his mouth, his eyes lit up, and without even bothering to comment, he buried his head in his food, determined to devour every last drop of beef in his bowl. (＞?＜)☆
The third prince, unable to contain his impatience, eagerly asked, "Father, don't just focus on eating! Tell us what it tastes like! Mother and I are waiting for you to tell us how it tastes!"
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Upon hearing this, Emperor Yunxuan blushed with embarrassment and then awkwardly said, "It's so delicious! I can't stop eating it, it's so fresh, fragrant, and stimulating! I... I forgot about it! You all should try it too, it's simply too fragrant!" (* /?＼*)
After hearing this, the Empress picked up her chopsticks and carefully tasted the beef in front of her. True to her elegant status, even eating hot pot was graceful and poised, her demeanor like that of a refined goddess. After savoring the flavor, she exclaimed, "This dish is incredibly delicious, with a unique flavor that stimulates the taste buds. It leaves me feeling warm and cozy! The taste is superb!" (=^▽^=)
Watching his mother patiently savor the food, the Third Prince could no longer contain himself. He picked up the food with his chopsticks and put it in his mouth, eating it in big mouthfuls. As he ate, he said, "It's so delicious! This is so fragrant! I have never eaten such delicious food before. It's simply a delicacy!"
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"That's true, this food is indeed a delicacy!" Emperor Yunxuan said as he ate.
Seeing everyone enjoying their meal, Cheng Ruyi said, "Grandpa Chef, let's eat together! Let's have hot pot!" (=^▽^=)
"Since the little princess has spoken, Steward Yunxuan, please sit down and eat with us!" Emperor Yunxuan said. (*^w^*)
"Since the little princess has spoken, please don't refuse, sit down and eat with us!" the Empress said softly. (*^w^*)
"Yes, yes! Let the head chef join us too!" Third Prince Cheng Yibao chimed in. (*^w^*)
Four smiling faces (*^w^*)……
"Your humble servant thanks Your Majesty for your grace! Long live Your Majesty! Long live Your Majesty! Long live the Empress! Long live the Empress! Long live the Princess! Thank you for your grace! Thank you for your grace! Princess and Prince! May you be blessed with good health and happiness!" ＼(☆o☆)／
Everyone enjoyed the food with satisfaction. When they were about half full, Cheng Ruyi ordered someone to bring seasoning powder, fried instant noodle cakes, large soup bowls with lids, and boiling water. She placed these items on the table in front of each person, then instructed someone to set the lid aside, place the noodles in the bowl, sprinkle the prepared seasoning powder on top, add boiling water, and replace the lid. She told them to wait three minutes. After three minutes, she ordered the lid to be removed and said, "Father, Mother, Brother, please enjoy the food before you! It won't taste good if it sits too long!"
The Third Prince eagerly took the first bite. The noodles were smooth and chewy, and with the seasoning powder, the flavor was delicious. Seeing how quickly he ate, Cheng Ruyi said, "Don't rush to eat, brother. Let me bring you a spoonful of beef bone broth so you can try it again!" She then ordered someone to add a spoonful of beef bone broth. (=^▽^=)
The rich, milky-white beef bone broth was added to the noodles, making them look even more sophisticated and delicious. The Third Prince, Cheng Yibao, couldn't wait to take another bite, then exclaimed with satisfaction, "The broth is so flavorful, the noodles are chewy and smooth, and the seasoning powder enhances the taste buds! It's so satisfying, I don't even want to leave the broth behind! It's simply too delicious! What is this little sister?!" (?????)
Watching his son enjoy the noodles so much, Emperor Yunxuan couldn't resist trying them himself. Cheng Ruyi ordered someone to add another spoonful of broth for him. Emperor Yunxuan exclaimed, "My Ruyi, what is this? It's amazing! Why does it taste so delicious! It's delicious even without the broth, with its unique noodle aroma. Adding the broth elevates the flavor even further. It's truly incredible! Tell your father what this is!"
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Cheng Ruyi didn't speak, but smiled and gestured to her mother, the Empress, to try it. The Empress picked up her chopsticks and began to taste it. She took one bite and then stopped. Cheng Ruyi had more broth added, and then gestured for her mother to taste it again. After slowly finishing, the Empress said, "The two flavors are completely different. One has the original aroma of noodles, and the other has the rich flavor of broth. The noodles are smooth and delicious! Moreover, the cooking method is simple! Just add boiling water! It greatly shortens the preparation time, saving both time and effort!" (*^w^*)
"As expected of Mother, so meticulous! Mother even noticed that this dish has a very short preparation time and a simple and quick cooking method! All you need is boiling water, seasoning powder, and beef bone broth to create a unique delicacy! What if we packaged this food, along with a seasoning powder packet, ground beef bone powder, a butter packet, and a sauce packet, and then packaged it up? What do you think about selling it? Father?! Mother?! Brother?! Then, we could package it up and send some to the frontier, to the military camps for the soldiers to eat, and what if we distributed some to the candidates for the imperial examinations as a reward from the court?! What would that be like?!" (=^▽^=)
Hearing Cheng Ruyi's words, the three were deeply moved and utterly shocked! They felt Cheng Ruyi's idea was simply brilliant! The one most deeply moved was the Steward of the Kitchen. He had originally thought the little princess was making instant noodles simply to sell for profit! He hadn't expected that the little princess's purpose in making instant noodles was primarily for the soldiers guarding the borders and the candidates taking the imperial examinations! He felt utterly convinced and deeply admired the little princess, and was inspired, his confidence soaring, and he felt incredibly proud! He was extremely glad he had agreed to the little princess's request for cooperation! The little princess's suggestion not only gave him a peaceful old age but also allowed him to use his professional skills to contribute to the country again at his age. He felt incredibly proud and honored! He decided to cling to the little princess's coattails from now on, follow in her footsteps, and strive to make the most of his remaining years!
"This old minister will certainly do his utmost to live up to the expectations of the people! He will dedicate himself to the little princess and be responsible to the country and its people to the very end!"
Brainwashing successful~ Well, one person was fooled...
Hehe (o﹃o)……