si-mexico Chapter 761: I fed her bugs
Chapter 761: I fed her bugs
Chapter 761: I fed her bugs
After settling Mu Xiaoyu and Li Chenxu in, the owner went to prepare the meal. From the outside, the farmhouse looked quite large, but once inside, it became clear that the actual space used to entertain guests was only a tiny bit.
Mu Xiaoyu later learned that the only chef at this farmhouse restaurant was the owner.
Even if there were a lot of people, they would have to queue. Fortunately, it was past lunchtime, and there was no one else in the farmhouse except for Mu Xiaoyu and her group, which gave them the opportunity not to have to wait too long.
"Mrs. Li, please try our tea."
The proprietress brewed tea for Mu Xiaoyu and the others, handing the first cup directly to Mu Xiaoyu. As a woman, she naturally paid more attention to many things than a man.
Just like Li Chenxu, a strong man, he always yields to Mu Xiaoyu and puts her first in everything, which shows Mu Xiaoyu's importance in his heart.
As expected, Li Chenxu nodded approvingly when he saw the proprietress's action.
The reason he used to love coming here was not only because of the scenery and the food, but also because of the owners' meticulousness and high emotional intelligence. Coming here, he didn't have to think too much; they would make him feel comfortable naturally without any awkwardness.
Mu Xiaoyu was oblivious to Li Chenxu's subtle actions; she was completely absorbed in the cup of tea in her hand. She had clearly observed everything during the brewing process—from the tea leaves to the proprietress's movements—and it seemed no different from ordinary tea brewing and tea leaves. So why did it taste so different from regular tea?
The initial taste is a particularly smooth and refreshing fragrance, followed by a hint of fruity aroma. After one sip, the fragrance lingers on the lips and teeth. It's completely different from anything Mu Xiaoyu has had before; it's so delicious.
Mu Xiaoyu instantly realized how wrong she had been. Fortunately, she hadn't said anything aloud, so neither Li Chenxu nor anyone else knew what she was thinking.
So Mu Xiaoyu, with a thick skin, smiled at the proprietress and said, "This tea tastes a little different from what we usually drink... and it seems to taste even better."
Anyone would be pleased to hear praise, so the proprietress couldn't help but smile slightly and said, "This tea is pickled, so it's different from ordinary tea. Everyone who has come here loves our tea. If Mrs. Li likes it, I'll pack some for you to take home when you leave. However, this tea is quite troublesome to make, so the quantity is not large. I hope you don't mind."
"How could that be? I'm the one troubling you. Tea is enough, so why would I complain?"
Mu Xiaoyu waved her hands repeatedly, taking another sip of tea as she spoke. The tea was incredibly fragrant, and it seemed to have an appetite-stimulating effect; after drinking it, she felt even more hungry.
Fortunately, the owner cooked quickly. Mu Xiaoyu chatted with the owner and his wife for a while, and then the food was ready. There wasn't much; just three simple dishes and a soup, and the portions were small, just enough for Mu Xiaoyu and Li Chenxu's appetite.
These things weren't a problem for Mu Xiaoyu, but the key issue was that two of the dishes made her feel nauseous. The reason was simple: the only two meat dishes out of the three were insects.
Moreover, it was a huge insect that Mu Xiaoyu had never seen before. It was pitch black and impossible to tell what kind of insect it was.
Seeing these dishes, Mu Xiaoyu even began to suspect that Li Chenxu was working with the boss to mess with her, otherwise why would he make these things for her to eat?
She had heard of places where people ate insects before, and had even seen quite a few in her own area. But knowing about it was one thing, but actually eating it herself was something Mu Xiaoyu still couldn't accept.
She subconsciously glanced at Li Chenxu beside her. He seemed completely oblivious to her gaze, his eyes fixed on the two plates of insects, as if he particularly enjoyed them.
Seeing Li Chenxu like this, Mu Xiaoyu's eyes almost popped out of their sockets.
Having been with Li Chenxu for so long, she knew his personality all too well. Whether at home or out, Li Chenxu basically wouldn't touch this type of food.
But now, he looks like he's about to drool.
If the two hadn't come in together and stayed together ever since, Mu Xiaoyu would have even doubted whether the Li Chenxu in front of her was a fake.
She gave a dry laugh at the others, then couldn't help but say, "It seems my husband really likes these dishes."
The owner seemed oblivious to Mu Xiaoyu's odd behavior and said with an extremely proud expression, "Of course, these dishes are always a must-order for Mr. Li whenever he comes. Luckily, we still have some ingredients left today, otherwise Mr. Li and you probably wouldn't have been able to eat them on this trip."
"The boss is right. These dishes are indeed my favorites. You should try them. Trust me, you'll love the flavors."
As Li Chenxu spoke, he placed a worm on Mu Xiaoyu's plate.
Originally, Mu Xiaoyu was planning to find an excuse not to eat, but now that Li Chenxu had done this, she had no choice but to eat!
At this moment, Mu Xiaoyu had cursed Li Chenxu a thousand times in her heart. Finally, under the expectant gazes of the boss and his wife, she tremblingly picked up her chopsticks and fed the worm into her mouth.
When she first ate it, she was holding her breath, but she held it so hard that she let it out in just a few seconds. Instantly, an indescribable aroma burst forth in her mouth.
The feeling was exactly the same as when I drank the tea earlier. It was even more surprising than the taste of the tea; there was no nausea at all, only a fragrance completely different from ordinary dishes.
After swallowing it in one gulp, Mu Xiaoyu licked her lips with a hint of relish, her lingering expression a stark contrast to her previous disdain.
The boss and the others noticed Mu Xiaoyu's little actions and immediately laughed: "It seems Mrs. Li really likes my cooking."
"Of course, she'll definitely like what I like too."
Li Chenxu couldn't help but laugh. How could he not see Mu Xiaoyu's dislike for the dishes earlier? Although he had some ulterior motives in serving Mu Xiaoyu food then, he genuinely wanted to share with her, and he believed that Mu Xiaoyu would definitely like it. Now, it was the best proof.