Acai's Sky

Chapter 686: What Does the Heroine's Escape Have to Do with Me?

Ah Cai could never have imagined that she had worked so hard to raise those pigs, cattle and sheep just to store some meat.

Who could have expected that her highly respected grandfather would trigger an unexpected food trend because of a delicious braised pork dish!

This braised pork will soon become an indispensable dish at all major banquets.

Even after the capital city received ten live pigs, the Minister of Rites in the Tong family didn't know how to evaluate his father's actions.

However, when night fell and the family sat around the dining table, the plate of braised pork placed in the center instantly attracted everyone's attention.

The bright red and fragrant braised pork seemed to exude an irresistible magic.

Tong Jinxing, who was only twelve years old, stared at the plate of braised pork curiously and couldn't help but pick up the chopsticks to pick up a piece and put it in his mouth.

Instantly, a rich, mellow aroma filled his mouth. The wonderful taste made him exclaim, "What is this? It's so delicious! It's so delicious that it's intoxicating!"

Seeing this, the butler, Uncle Fu, hurriedly explained with a smile, "Fourth Young Master, this dish is called Braised Pork. Our old master tasted it and thought it was delicious, so he specially sent a live pig and the cook over here."

Hearing this, the old lady of the Tong family could no longer suppress her curiosity and signaled the nanny beside her to pick up a piece for her.

The moment the piece of braised pork slid into her mouth, the old lady couldn't help but squint her eyes and savor it carefully, then exclaimed with surprise:

"Oh my, it's absolutely delicious! Not only does it have a wonderful texture, but it's not greasy at all. It melts in your mouth with just one bite. Come and try it everyone!"

The old lady smiled and asked her children and grandchildren to taste the delicious braised pork.

Tong Lei casually glanced at the sumptuous dishes on the table, a hint of curiosity in his eyes. He turned to look at Butler Fu standing beside him and asked softly, "Are these dishes all made with pork?"

Butler Fu nodded slightly in affirmation and replied with a smile, "That's right, sir. This was all taught to our chef by the chef who came from the old house."

You don’t know, that live pig is actually a porcupine, and it weighs more than 300 kilograms!

We have ten pigs like this, which means we have nearly 4,000 kilograms of pork!"

Hearing this, Tong Lei couldn't help laughing. He turned to the old lady of the Tong family who was sitting in the upper seat and said with a smile on his face:

"Mom, look at my dad. He came back to the old house this time and refused to come back to the capital. But it's okay. Who would have thought that we could enjoy such delicious food here? It's really delicious!"

The old lady of the Tong family took a sip of the fruit wine in her hand, raised the corner of her mouth slightly, and nodded in agreement:

"Yes, ever since your father moved into the old house, he has never forgotten to send some delicious food and drinks to us in the capital."

At this point, she seemed to remember something, shook her head slightly, and continued:

"If you expect your brother to bring you these good things, that's simply wishful thinking!

He is a person who only cares about filling his own stomach and doesn't care about anything else.

Not to mention what's in the house, he might not even know how many people there are in his family!"

The old lady's mind was as clear as a mirror. She knew very well that her third son had long since handed over all the household chores to her young granddaughter.

At this time, Tong Miao, the second master of the Tong family, also echoed: "Mom is so right! Even though my third brother is now a marquis, his style of doing things is still so unreliable. Sigh... It really makes me sigh with amazement!"

The old lady of the Tong family slowly glanced at the daughters-in-law sitting in front of her, a kind smile appeared on her face, and she said softly:

"There are still many fat pigs at home. Tomorrow I'll send some to your respective families.

This pork is truly special, it has a refreshing aroma and the meat is incredibly tender. Let your parents try some too, and show your filial piety."

When the eldest daughter-in-law Yao, who was sitting next to them, heard this, her eyes suddenly lit up.

You have to know that her mother's family is a family of military generals for generations, so they naturally love meat.

She quickly stood up with a smile on her face, bowed to the old lady, and said in a sweet voice, "Thank you for your concern, mother-in-law. I am very grateful."

On the other hand, the second daughter-in-law, Youshi, came from a family with only a small academic official.

However, the Tong family has never been picky about family background. As long as the new bride can behave herself and live a happy life after marrying in, there is no need for her to act according to other people's wishes.

So when Youshi heard what the old lady said, her heart was filled with joy, and she nodded slightly to show her gratitude.

At this moment, Tong Jinnian, the eldest son of the Tong family, was eating with gusto. He picked up an attractively colored four-happiness meatball with his chopsticks and put it into his mouth. After chewing it carefully, he couldn't help but smile.

Then, he turned to look at Butler Fu, who was standing by and serving, and instructed, "Remember to bring more of these delicious braised four-happiness meatballs when you bring lunch to me tomorrow. I'd like to invite my classmates and friends to taste them together."

Upon hearing this, Butler Fu quickly nodded in agreement, and secretly thought that he should prepare more lunch for the young masters tomorrow. After all, this is also a good opportunity for the young masters to make friends!

At the same time, Uncle Tong Lei and his second brother gently clinked their wine glasses together, then tilted their heads back and took a sip of the spicy and mellow sorghum wine in the cup.

He took a deep breath, made a hissing sound, and then said:

"Hey, this wine is really strong! I'm afraid ordinary people like us really can't drink it to excess.

But those strong and sturdy generals would probably be able to withstand the stimulation of such strong liquor."

After saying this, the two brothers smiled at each other and continued to clink glasses.

Tong Miao nodded repeatedly, expressing his agreement, "Since this is a banquet hosted by our family, let's serve this strong wine to those strong generals!

As for the refined and refined civil servants, it is more appropriate to drink some fruit wine, after all, it is not easy to get drunk."

At this time, Yao was tasting the sweet and delicious pomegranate wine with the old lady of the Tong family, and could not help but exclaimed:

"Our little Jiu'er is so amazing!

She has countless talented people under her. Look at these various kinds of fine wines, they are all made by them.

And after drinking this pomegranate wine, I felt warm all over. It was truly wonderful!"

Tong Miao said to his sister-in-law with a smile on his face: "Our hometown, Jialu County, is located in a unique geographical location. It happens to be a transportation hub, which naturally attracts elites from all over the world to gather here.

Not only that, even foreigners have settlements here.

So, if it comes to acquiring any novelties or precious resources, isn't that easy for Xiao Jiuer, as simple as pie?"

Tong Lei, who was sitting nearby, glanced at his younger brother disapprovingly upon hearing this, then asked with a hint of sarcasm, "Huh, you've also been there for quite a while, so why didn't you gain anything?"

Hearing this, Tong Miao rolled his eyes in annoyance and retorted, "Brother, please stop deliberately arguing with me! Little Jiuer was born with great blessings, which is beyond the reach of us!"

As he said this, he secretly gave his eldest brother a look.

Seeing this, Tong Lei understood what he meant and immediately burst into laughter.

Because he knew very well that his beloved niece, Xiao Jiuer, was lying on a mountain of gold, silver and treasures all day long!

This kind of rich and noble life is indeed beyond the reach of others.