Chapter 87: Unexpected Discovery ( 1 )

Chapter 87: Unexpected Discovery ( 1 ) In their current situation, meat was not cheap. For him to prepare two meat dishes must have cost him quite a lot of money. Although the amount of food everyone received was only enough for them to have a taste, it was better than nothing.

Because of this, everyone was impatient and continued to check the time during their patrolling duty. The moment it was time for lunch, the soldiers who didn’t have to guard their posts rushed to the cafeteria.

Unlike usual, they saw two big jars placed on the long table, beside the steamed buns. Since the number of dishes was not much, Cook Li decided to let the soldiers choose.

When Xiao Wei stood in front of him, he thought that he would be able to taste both dishes. But when he reached out his bowl, Cook Li asked, "Squad Leader Xiao, which dish do you want? Braised innards or stir-fried soybean pulp?"

Everyone was taken aback when they heard the names of the dishes. They thought that they would be able to get braised meat. Unexpectedly, it was actually innards.

Some soldiers with equal or higher ranks than Fu Chen’an showed disgust on their faces and complained about how stingy he was. While the lower-rank soldiers didn’t dare to show it, they hesitated.

Noticing their expressions, Xiao Wei gritted his teeth and said, "Cook Li, give me braised innards."

Even if this dish was inedible, he would eat it to support his brother and sister-in-law!

Because of the prejudice, most soldiers chose the stir-fried soybean pulp. At this moment, the amount of braised innards was almost double that of the other dish since no one wanted it.

Cook Li sneered at their foolishness and gave Xiao Wei several pieces of braised innards. He also gave him some sauce.

When the surrounding soldiers saw the black-colored sauce, they became more resolute in not picking that dish.

After he got his meal, Xiao Wei went to find a place. When the other Squad Leaders saw him, one of them waved his hand and shouted, "Brother Xiao, over here!"

Xiao Wei was familiar with them, and it was hard to find a place during lunchtime. So, he walked over and sat with them.

Seeing the braised innards in his bowl, one of them said, "Brother Xiao, you are indeed loyal and brave. You even dare to eat pork innards to support Brother Fu."

Unhappy with his words, Xiao Wei retorted, "What’s wrong with pork innards? Since my sister-in-law used them, it means they’re edible."

Knowing that he had a good relationship with Fu Chen’an, they stopped talking and waited for him to take a bite. Under their gazes, Xiao Wei hardened his heart and picked up a piece of braised innards. Closing his eyes, he shoved it into his mouth.

Everyone expected him to vomit, since innards not only smelled awful but also tasted like pork excrement. They waited and waited, but instead of vomiting, Xiao Wei’s eyes widened in shock.

He picked up another piece, and this time, he savored it slowly. Not only others, but even he himself was also surprised that pork innards were actually edible and delicious.

After a long silence, one of the Squad Leaders asked, "Brother Xiao, how is it?"

Xiao Wei swallowed the food and replied, "It’s actually very delicious. More delicious than the braised meat we had during the New Year."

Hearing this, a burly man exclaimed, "Impossible! How can innards taste better than meat?"

Everyone thought that Xiao Wei would give Wang Tiezhu a piece of braised innards to prove his words. Unexpectedly, he only replied casually, "It’s okay if you don’t believe me."

Afterward, he focused on his meal. When they saw him soaking the steamed bun in the sauce and eating it with gusto, they couldn’t help but wonder how delicious the braised innards were.

While the soldiers were arguing about which dish tasted better, Lu Qianxuan and his direct subordinates were staring at two plates of dishes on the round table.

To celebrate their victory, Lu Qianxuan prepared two tables of dishes and two jars of good wine.

Usually, the cooks would prepare two meat dishes, three vegetarian dishes, and one bowl of soup. But today, there were an additional two bowls of meat dishes.

Pointing at the dark-colored dish, he asked, "Cook Li, what is this?"

Standing at the side, Cook Li smiled and replied, "General, this dish is called braised innards. It was made using pork innards and braised according to a secret recipe."

Hearing this, Gao Yao laughed and said, "Cook Li, you’re finally able to create a new dish after two years. Congratulations!"

Knowing the origin of these dishes, Yan Shu glanced at Cook Li and waited for his response. If he dared to claim credit, he wouldn’t mind reporting the truth to the General, even if he had to offend the old cook.

"Battalion Commander Gao, these dishes were not made by me. They were made by Squad Leader Fu’s wife."

Lu Qianxuan still remembered Fu Chen’an. Hearing his name, he smiled and said, "Oh? It seems that Fu Chen’an married a good wife."

While others didn’t notice, he, who grew up amidst inner courtyard conflicts, knew well that people’s jealousy and envy were more dangerous than poison.

Fu Chen’an’s wife was a wise person for thinking of this point and sending these dishes to resolve this hidden danger. For a good General, a wise and virtuous wife was as important as bravery on the battlefield and skill in martial arts.

Hearing his words, Wen Liyan nodded in agreement. "He is indeed fortunate."

Unlike the soldiers, Lu Qianxuan didn’t doubt the taste of these dishes. Since Cook Li dared to present them to him, he must have tasted them before.

Only after he was sure that these dishes were safe for consumption and were delicious did he bring them to him. After all, if something bad happened because of these dishes, he, as the Head Cook, wouldn’t be able to escape punishment.