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Ah, there are still mushrooms, ferns, raspberries, mulberries, and wild quail eggs. All the mushrooms, wild vegetables, and fruits have been meticulously handled by Xiao Tao Rui, each one carefully selected for its quality.
"She's quite capable," Misha acknowledged.
"Can my judgment be wrong?" Sang Qingxiao said, looking at the ingredients with delight. These little bits and pieces would make the best snacks. "Riri, I’ve been saving them up, but it’s never enough. There are so many stalls selling chickens and ducks in Jingjing City, and many old folks don’t want these scraps. I've been eyeing them for a while but felt too shy to buy. Luckily, we have Xiao Tao Rui to help."
"We'll marinate some, smoke others. The flavor of Black Duck must be included. Let's also fry some beef jerky, sunflower seeds, chestnuts, and make various snacks too. Misha, let's prepare some treats today!"
The courtyard behind the Small Tavern quickly became lively. Misha was in the kitchen while Mountain Spirit assisted her. Buddha Treasure was running around, trying everything as Sang Qingxiao not only supervised but also taught Misha how to make various snacks step by step.
When Qi Xiaomian came over to pick up dinner with his subordinates, he was overwhelmed by the pungent aroma of Sichuan pepper and chili wafting from the kitchen, causing him to sneeze repeatedly.
"New dishes again?" Misha nodded. "I've prepared sweet and spicy duck for you."
The gamey taste of the duck was masked by the marinated Black Duck sauce created by Sang Qingxiao. After simmering for over an hour, it emerged from the pot with a slightly sweet initial taste that intensified into spiciness with each bite. The skin was dark and tender, rich yet not greasy; it had a perfect balance of sweetness and heat, with a fragrant aroma that lingered on the palate. Most importantly, all traces of gaminess were completely covered.
Misha decided to use the remaining marinade to consume a significant portion of the whole duck stock in Wooden Plaque Space.
As Qi Xiaomian inhaled the enticing scents pouring out from the kitchen, he realized it wasn’t just duck; it seemed he was in for a treat today.
"Whether you get a treat or not is up to Miss Sang," Misha said as she stepped into the courtyard to check.
Sang Qingxiao replied, "We live next door now; it will only become more frequent. There's nothing here to hide."
"Especially not him," she added with a chuckle about her Half-Demon companion.
Misha returned and gestured for Qi Xiaomian to follow her. He looked around at the various creatures bustling about in the courtyard.
After just a few glances, he found himself comfortably sitting on a stool without needing anyone to invite him. Everyone was busy; no one paid him any mind as he quietly observed the lively atmosphere filled with diverse beings. It brought him a sense of peace.
Feeling a tug at his clothing several times, Qi Xiaomian looked down to see a small fox beside him. The little fox held out a golden-brown fried pork meatball from its bowl that was still steaming hot.
Qi Xiaomian graciously accepted it and took a bite. The crispy outer shell filled his mouth with an oily fragrance that delighted his taste buds while also pleasing his ears with its crunch. The soft filling contained distinct meat chunks that made him feel he could eat dozens more without getting tired of it.
Just as he wanted another fried meatball, Buddha Treasure stuffed a chestnut into his mouth instead.
The deep brown chestnut had been cracked open on its hot shell, revealing its dark brown flesh inside. The caramel aroma mixed with the scent of chestnut filled his nostrils before he could savor this unique fragrance; the little fox beside him was already urging him on with soft sounds.
With a pinch of his fingers, the shell split open, revealing the deep brown flesh inside. The little fox eagerly pounced on him, rubbing against him and smiling brightly.
Children always preferred sweet and sticky treats.
Just as he stuffed a chestnut into the little fox's mouth, another steaming chestnut was placed in his hand.
"Brother, peel it for me. I want to eat."
Has it learned to say so many words already?
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