Chapter 165: Chapter 165: Actually a Culinary Genius?
Zhang Cuihua felt Xiong Er’s sincerity and firmness, and warmth surged in her heart.
She gently took hold of Xiong Er’s hand and smiled, "Thank you, Xiong Er. With you by my side, I feel braver and stronger."
Then Zhang Cuihua offered her sweet kiss.
Liu Zheng and Li Yanling had another two rounds of battle on their side.
The entire room was now filled with the scent of their love.
They lay lazily in bed, the intimate afterglow still rippling in their hearts.
Sunlight streamed through the sheer curtains, casting a soft halo over their bodies.
Liu Zheng gently stroked Li Yanling’s hair and smiled, "Yanling, our lovemaking just now was truly wonderful."
Li Yanling smiled sweetly, her eyes brimming with happiness and contentment.
"Yes, Liu Zheng, it’s a special moment between us that I’ll always cherish in my heart."
Liu Zheng nodded in satisfaction, then suddenly said, feeling a bit peckish, "Now my stomach seems to be calling me, I’ll cook for you."
"Liu Zheng, you can cook?"
"Why not?"
"It’s not that, it’s just that young people like you tend to order takeout, especially since you’ve lived in a big city. I thought you must have been pampered."
"Hey, it’s good to cook for yourself; besides, when you cook, you can add some herbs, which is great for nourishing the body."
Li Yanling, with her hands on her cheeks and face blushing furiously, said, "No wonder you’re so powerful, like an engine that never stops, like a pile driver, tireless."
"So do you prefer the engine that never stops, or the pile driver?"
Li Yanling, once flirtatious, was now blushing, either conquered or in love with Liu Zheng.
"Wow, you can still blush?"
"Yeah, of course, Liu Zheng, be my boyfriend. The kind where we don’t have to get married."
Liu Zheng’s heart itched with eagerness, this was the legendary ’relationship without domestic life,’ something he truly desired."
But then Li Yanling explained, "It’s not that I don’t want to marry you, but I’m a divorced woman with a child. I feel I’m not worthy of you."
Liu Zheng thought she was right, but he couldn’t appear so shameless, so he could only say, "How could that be, with your looks, I bet the line could stretch from your house to the town."
"I hope so."
Li Yanling pursed her lips.
"Are you hungry too?"
Liu Zheng started to change the subject.
"Yes, all thanks to you, I’m starving. Chef Liu, shall I taste your cooking? I think with your thoughtfulness, your cooking must be great."
Liu Zheng, upon hearing Li Yanling’s compliments, showed a hint of proud smile on his face.
Knowing that he did have some exceptional cooking skills, he started introducing his culinary specialties to Li Yanling.
He took a deep breath, smiled, and said, "Li Yanling, I actually have quite a knack for cooking and can make many delicious dishes. For instance, I am particularly good at roasting chicken.
Once you’ve tasted my roast chicken, I guarantee it will leave you craving for more. I marinate the chicken for a while, letting it fully absorb the flavors of the seasoning, and then I slow-roast it in the oven until the outside is crispy and the inside tender, wafting a delicious aroma."
After discussing the roast chicken, Liu Zheng continued, "In addition to that, I can also make an excellently textured braised pork. I select pork with a mix of fat and lean, cut it into chunks, and blanch it in boiling water to remove any unpleasant taste.
Then, I add a proper amount of sugar, soy sauce, cooking wine, and other seasonings, simmering it on low heat for several hours until the meat becomes tender and flavorful. The braised pork prepared this way is rich but not greasy, melting right in the mouth."
Liu Zheng, brimming with enthusiasm, went on to introduce, "There’s also one dish I take great pride in—Kung Pao chicken. I dice the chicken and marinate it with cooking wine and cornstarch for a while to make it more tender.
Next, I stir-fry ginger, garlic, and green onions to bring out their fragrance, then add Sichuan peppercorns and dried chilies to create a spicy aroma. Lastly, I toss in soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, and other seasonings, stir-frying until everything is evenly seasoned. This Kung Pao chicken has a savory flavor, the sauce full of fragrance."
After describing his signature dishes with confidence, Liu Zheng looked at Li Yanling hoping she would appreciate and be more fond of his cooking skills.
Li Yanling listened, utterly charmed, her eyes gleaming with admiration as she nodded and praised, "Liu Zheng, you are really amazing! Those dishes sound absolutely mouth-watering. I genuinely admire your talents; you are not only skilled but also a thoughtful and considerate man."
Liu Zheng felt warm inside when he heard Li Yanling’s praise. He was determined to prepare a carefully arranged dinner for her, let her taste his culinary talents, and deepen their affection for each other further.
Thus, Liu Zheng and Li Yanling entered the kitchen together, starting an extraordinary feast for the senses.
Liu Zheng planned to prepare a grand meal to completely enthrall Liu Yanling.
But just as Liu Zheng was about to step up to the stove, Li Yanling came over; she hugged him from behind, her toes playfully hooking Liu Zheng’s leg.
Liu Zheng felt her teasing and turned around to look at her, his eyes expressing a hint of joy. He playfully replied, "Hmm, would you like to help me? Then come and give me a back massage."
His voice carried a teasing note that was also full of anticipation.
Liu Yanling giggled, moved closer to Liu Zheng, and gently placed her palms on his shoulders, kneading firmly.
Her fingers massaged softly over his muscles, providing him with an unparalleled feeling of comfort. She leaned in and whispered in his ear, "There, dear, does it feel good? Is there anything else I can do for you?"
Her voice was seductive, making Liu Zheng’s heart race, and he thought to himself, "This woman couldn’t have been a masseuse before."
However, basking in her tenderness, Liu Zheng couldn’t help but laugh and say, "I never imagined you had such a gentle side to you, I’m truly lucky."
He looked at Liu Yanling with deep affection, his gratitude obvious.
They enjoyed this moment of closeness in the kitchen, their feelings for each other growing stronger.
Liu Yanling’s flirting not only ignited their passion but also added sweetness and understanding to their relationship.
The kitchen had become their sanctuary for cooking up love; each interaction making them more infatuated with each other.
Liu Yanling gently straightened his collar and said shyly, "Dear, do you know? When I see you busy in the kitchen, I find it incredibly sexy."
She deliberately brushed her fingers lightly across his chest, stirring desires within him.
Teased by her playful behavior, Liu Zheng wrapped her in his arms and gently kissed her lips. Their tongues entwined passionately, igniting the deep desires within them.
