Oh no, the aloof school beauty has been reborn too!

On the way back, Lu Xing carried two large bags of things by himself.

Shen Qingyi walked beside him, carrying only a bag of snacks in her hand.

She originally intended to help...

But Lu Xing refused her firmly and righteously.

Are you kidding me?

How could a perfectly healthy young man with all his limbs intact possibly let his girlfriend carry his things?

then……

"How about giving me one bag instead?"

Shen Qingyi looked at Lu Xing's fingers, which were already red from being squeezed, and couldn't help but feel a little helpless.

"Need not!"

Lu Xing switched hands, his expression remaining calm.

"How much is this?"

Shen Qingyi lowered her head and glanced at the shopping bag that was packed full.

Besides beef, vegetables, noodles, and seasonings, it also contains eggs, milk, and beverages...

And various other things that the two of them grabbed along the way.

"Really not heavy?"

"It's not heavy."

"Oh……"

Shen Qingyi nodded thoughtfully.

"Then why are you walking slower and slower?"

"..."

Lu Xing remained silent for a moment.

"Enjoying the scenery along the way on the way back would be such a wonderful thing."

Shen Qingyi looked around.

The neighborhood is rather old, with gray and white streets.

There was also an old man sitting by the roadside, basking in the sun.

"Is the scenery beautiful?"

"...It's alright."

"puff."

Shen Qingyi couldn't help but laugh out loud.

She reached out and took one of the bags.

Lu Xing instinctively tried to dodge, but was glared at lightly by the girl.

"Student Lu."

"Trying to be strong is not a good habit."

Lu Xing opened his mouth.

In the end, I obediently let go.

"All right."

Shen Qingyi was satisfied and handed him the bag of snacks she was holding.

"You can carry this."

Lu Xing nodded.

"Yes, ma'am."

The two carried their belongings and slowly walked along the street toward the guesthouse.

The winter sun shone on them...

They really do look like a young couple returning home from grocery shopping together.

……

After pushing open the door to the guesthouse, Lu Xing first placed his things on the table.

"arrive."

Shen Qingyi followed him into the room and closed the door behind her.

She stood in the entryway and naturally looked around.

Lu Xing was a little slow in changing his shoes.

He originally wanted to observe Shen Qingyi's expression.

The girl simply put her things on the table and walked straight to the kitchen.

"Where's the pot?"

"In the cabinet downstairs, perhaps?"

Lu Xing followed.

"I think I saw it a few days ago."

Shen Qingyi bent down and opened the cabinet door.

Sure enough, there were two pots neatly placed inside.

She opened the drawer next to her, glanced at the kitchen utensils inside, and then nodded gently.

"You have quite a complete set of things."

"yes……"

Lu Xing stroked his chin.

"It's almost too complete."

Even the kitchen utensils were prepared so completely...

Are there really tourists who would cook themselves a Manchu Han Imperial Feast?

Shen Qingyi did not respond to his words.

She opened the refrigerator, temporarily put the beef and vegetables inside, and then started taking out seasonings from the shopping bag.

The movements were familiar and natural.

Lu Xing stood at the kitchen door and watched her for a while.

"Qingyi".

"What's wrong?"

"There's an apron here too."

Shen Qingyi followed his gaze.

Sure enough, a light-colored apron was hanging on the wall hook.

It looks very clean, so it probably hasn't been used much.

Shen Qingyi reached out and took off the apron, then unfolded it and glanced at it.

"That's perfect."

She took off her coat and put it aside.

He then put on the apron, wrapped his hands behind his waist, and began to tie the rope.

Lu Xing looked at it for two seconds...

He suddenly felt that staring at him like that was impolite.

So Lu Xing immediately looked away, pretending that he was seriously studying the pool.

Ok……

This pool is a real pool.

"Land travel..."

"Um?"

"Help me out."

"What?"

Shen Qingyi turned her back to him and swayed the two thin straps behind her.

"It seems like it's entangled?"

Lu Xing was stunned for a moment.

He walked behind the girl and carefully took the apron tie.

The faint fragrance emanating from Shen Qingyi's hair lingered around Lu Xing's nose.

"Are you done?"

Shen Qingyi asked softly.

"The horse, it's coming right away."

Lu Xing lowered his head, untied the tangled ribbons, and then tied a knot.

After finishing tying it, he stared at his masterpiece in silence for a moment.

Shen Qingyi waited for a while, but didn't hear his voice, which made her a little puzzled.

What is this idiot doing?

"What's wrong?"

"fine……"

Lu Xing looked at the standard knot, his tone serious.

"Trust me, it's very secure."

"..."

Shen Qingyi turned her head and looked at him suspiciously.

"You didn't tie it into a knot that's impossible to untie, did you?"

"How is that possible?"

Lu Xing looked righteous.

"I'm just worried it will come loose."

Shen Qingyi stared at him for a few seconds.

Lu Xing also tried his best to appear very open and honest.

In the end, she turned back.

"You'll be in charge of untying it later."

"no problem."

Lu Xing agreed quickly.

As for whether it can be solved...

That's a question Lu Xing will need to think about later; what does it have to do with him now?

Shen Qingyi took out a hair tie, gathered her long hair together, and tied it into a single ponytail.

It lacked some of its usual aloofness.

Yet it also possesses an indescribable gentleness at home.

She lowered her head and began to process the beef she had bought.

The knife blade struck the cutting board with a crisp, rhythmic sound.

blah blah blah...

The beef was cut into thin, even slices.

The girl's technique was skillful and efficient, completely unlike her usual aloof and refined image.

Lu Xing watched for a while and couldn't help but sigh:

"You really can cook!"

Shen Qingyi paused for a moment.

She turned around and looked at him with amusement.

"You still think I was lying to you?"

"No way!"

Lu Xing quickly waved his hand.

"I'm just expressing my feelings."

"You're cutting way too fast, clattering away, Chef Shen."

After saying that, he glanced at the knife in Shen Qingyi's hand and quickly reminded her:

"Keep an eye on things and don't look back."

"Be careful not to cut your hand."

Shen Qingyi hummed softly twice.

"I won't."

"You still need to be careful..."

"Okay~"

She turned around and continued processing the beef.

Lu Xing stayed nearby for a while.

Then suddenly I realized...

Do I feel a bit superfluous?

"What should I do?"

Shen Qingyi didn't even look up.

"Wash the vegetables."

"OK!"

Upon receiving the mission, Lu Xing immediately sprang into action.

He took the vegetables out of the bag and washed them carefully in the sink.

After Shen Qingyi finished cutting the beef, she turned around and glanced at him.

Heh, men...

You need to clearly assign him the task.

"Make sure to wash the inside of the leaves thoroughly too."

"receive."

Lu Xing silently separated the vegetable leaves and washed them again.

Shen Qingyi pursed her lips, suppressing the smile that was about to burst forth.

fool.

The beef was first blanched in a pot of water.

After skimming off the foam, Shen Qingyi added ginger slices and other seasonings she had bought in advance.

The pot lid was closed, and the flames burned quietly under the stove.

After Lu Xing finished washing the vegetables, he stood by and watched for a while.

"Is there anything else to do?"

"No, not at the moment."

Shen Qingyi turned the fire down a bit.

"Just wait."

Lu Xing nodded.

But he was somewhat reluctant to actually sit down and wait.

So Lu Xing simply leaned against the wall and quietly watched the girl busy herself.

The broth in the pot gradually boiled...

Gumbling.

A rich aroma gradually spread.

The small kitchen was filled with steam, and the glass windows were covered with a light white layer.

Shen Qingyi picked up a spoon and scooped some soup.

She lowered her head, blew on it twice, and then took a small sip.

Ok……

Perhaps the flavor was a bit bland?

The girl added a little more salt.

Her wisps of hair falling beside her face were stirred by the steam, and her profile was softened by the light from the window.

Lu Xing watched this scene unfold...

I felt a little dazed again.

This scene seems to have happened many times before.

No reason is needed, and there's no need to specifically recall it.

Everything is how it should be.

Shen Qingyi was cooking in the kitchen, while he stood not far away watching her.

Next, he might be considered a nuisance...

Then I was ordered around to wipe the table and get the bowls and chopsticks.

"Traveling by land?"

A girl's voice came through the phone.

Lu Xing continued to look at her without any reaction.

Shen Qingyi turned around and waved her hand in front of him.

"Why are you staring blankly?"

"what?"

Lu Xing finally came to his senses.

Shen Qingyi pointed to the cabinet behind her.

"Quickly, bring me two bowls."

"Okay!"

Lu Xing straightened up, opened the cupboard, and took out two large bowls.

"Is this okay?"

"all right."

Shen Qingyi lifted the pot lid and put noodles into the soup pot.

White steam suddenly rose up.

She narrowed her eyes slightly and gently separated the noodles with her chopsticks.

Lu Xing stood to the side holding two bowls.

As I watched, my mind started to wander again.

"Put the bowl down?"

"oh oh."

Shen Qingyi couldn't help but turn her head, her brows furrowing slightly.

"Land travel..."

"Um?"

"Why are you acting so silly?"

Shen Qingyi looked at him with a hint of worry in her eyes.

"Didn't you sleep well last night?"

No, no.

Lu Xing smiled.

"I just feel..."

"It's so nice to be able to eat Chef Shen's noodles."

Shen Qingyi was slightly taken aback.

Then, the worry in her eyes disappeared, replaced by a smile.

"You won't say that anymore once you get tired of eating it."

Lu Xing waved his hand.

"How is that possible?"

"I can never get tired of the food you make."

After saying that, he gave a silly grin.

"If you're tired of noodles, it's time for a proper meal."

Shen Qingyi paused in her cooking, her pretty face slightly flushed as if she had thought of something.

"Don't talk nonsense."

As she spoke, she hit Lu Xing, leaving him completely bewildered.

???

Did I say something wrong?

……

Before long, two bowls of beef noodles were served.

The noodle soup was clear, and the beef was sliced ​​thinly and evenly.

A few green vegetables sat quietly on the side of the bowl, with a fried egg on top.

Judging solely from its appearance...

This bowl of noodles has completely subdued Lu Xing.

Shen Qingyi sat down opposite him and reached to untie the apron behind her.

I tugged at it, but couldn't untangle it.

It tugged again...

It's still not solved.

The smile on the girl's face gradually disappeared.

She raised her head and looked at Lu Xing expressionlessly.

"Land journey".

Lu Xing lowered his head, pretending not to see.

"Wow, this noodle looks really good."

"Land travel..."

"This beef is cut so well."

"Land journey!"

"Here it comes!"

Lu Xing quickly stood up and walked behind her.

He bent down and fiddled with the knot for a while, studying it.

Then he fell into deep thought.

How did I end up tied up like this?

Shen Qingyi asked quietly:

"Can it be untied?"

"Yes, you can."

"How long will it take?"

"..."

Lu Xing probed:

"Have you finished your noodles?"

Shen Qingyi took a deep breath.

That idiot, I tied a knot in her hair before that I can't untie no matter what I do...

Thinking about the past, the girl's face flushed slightly again.

"Cut it off."

"what?"

"I told you to cut it off!"

In the end, the innocent apron was kept.

Lu Xing spent a great deal of effort and finally managed to untie the knot.

When he returned to his seat, he even had a bit of sweat on his forehead.

Shen Qingyi put the apron aside and handed him the chopsticks.

She looked at the boy in front of her, a hint of nervousness in her eyes.

"Want to try some?"

"See if it suits your taste."

"it is good."

Lu Xing put the spoon aside, picked up the bowl, and took a sip of soup.

The savory broth is flavorful, neither too strong nor too weak.

Then, he picked up a piece of noodles with his chopsticks, lowered his head, and put it into his mouth.

The next second, Lu Xing stopped moving.

Shen Qingyi kept observing his reaction.

Seeing that he remained silent for a long time, she subconsciously tightened her grip a little.

"How is it?"

Lu Xing did not answer immediately.

This taste...

It was a little bland, but it suited his taste perfectly.

Even the firmness of the noodles seemed to be cooked specifically to his liking.

Lu Xing looked down at the noodles in the bowl.

"Traveling by land?"

Shen Qingyi called to him softly.

Lu Xing snapped out of his daze and looked up at the girl.

She sat opposite me, her eyes holding a mixture of anticipation and unease.

Lu Xing laughed.

"well……"

"This beef noodle soup is absolutely amazing!"

Shen Qingyi was stunned for a moment.

Then, he couldn't help but laugh.

"Another amazing performance?"

"This time it was truly amazing."

Lu Xing took another sip of soup and commented earnestly:

"I have never eaten noodles that perfectly suit my taste."

Shen Qingyi's shoulders trembled as she was amused by him.

"It's not that exaggerated!"

"I'm not exaggerating."

Lu Xing shook his head.

"It's really delicious."

"Then eat more."

Shen Qingyi lowered her head and picked up her chopsticks as well.

A wisp of warm steam rose slowly between the two of them.

Lu Xing ate his noodles quietly.

He tasted the flavor of home again.