[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace":3,"chapter-a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-34":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","A Foodie Transmigrated into the Palace",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},410215,676,"Chapter 34 - 33: Charcoal-grilled Lamb Skewers","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-34",34,"\u003Cp>While thinking, he left Zhaochen Palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Shengan responded, wiped the sweat from his forehead, and hurried to catch up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「Zhaohua Pavilion」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mutton had been sliced and marinated. Xiao Xizi grabbed a handful of chopsticks and was whittling bamboo skewers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue, following her master’s instructions, was starting up the charcoal brazier again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The previous one was a bit dirty, not suitable for cooking with!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as she finished speaking, a loud call came from outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Emperor has arrived...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing hadn’t even reacted before Zhao Junyao had entered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a round of formal greetings, Zhao Junyao sat down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Emperor... Your Majesty... what brings you here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing felt a little guilty as she personally stepped forward to offer tea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao took the tea, said nothing, and just watched everyone inside the room bustling about energetically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He felt a bit awkward, the corners of his mouth twitching slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I... was just passing by...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing: \"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Shengan: \"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air suddenly became awkward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing’s inner thoughts:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why did the Emperor come? Even if he wanted to... get intimate, he should at least turn over my nameplate first!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So it’s probably not for that! Then what is it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao’s inner thoughts:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I am so hungry!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I heard she was going to eat raw meat, but I didn’t think she’d be that foolish. There must be some new delicacy she’s trying!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now it seems I was right in my guess!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But mutton has a strong smell! I used to dislike it because of the odor, so the Imperial Kitchen dared not prepare it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The girl doesn’t seem brave enough. I wonder if she would dare to offer it to me!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I really want to try it! The food she makes is so delicious!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both were rich in their internal worlds, but as for the real world...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao was drinking his tea leisurely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing stood by his side, not daring to speak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She couldn’t figure out why the Emperor had come, but another thought struck her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mutton has a strong smell... are we still making the charcoal-grilled lamb skewers?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everything was prepared and the Emperor had seen it. What was she to do!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Emperor... Have... Have you had your meal?\" she asked tentatively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She meant to show concern, but as soon as she said it, Xia Ruqing instantly regretted it.Isn’t that a pointless question? It’s already so late.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this world, anyone might starve, but surely not the Emperor!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao’s inner thoughts:I am indeed starving...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Shengan stood to the side, starting to understand the Emperor’s intentions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he dared not speak out, only silently shooting Xia Ruqing meaningful glances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing saw them, and so did Zhao Junyao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao thought:Eunuch Li, that fool, has finally gotten it right for once! Good, I... am very satisfied!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing glanced at Li Shengan, then sneakily stole a couple of looks at Zhao Junyao.Huh? Is he smiling?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In an instant... what else was there not to understand?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, she went forward and knelt halfway.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Emperor, I haven’t eaten yet and have been hungry for half a day. Everything is ready...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After speaking, she looked at him with pitiful eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao finally set down the teacup he had nearly drained, cleared his throat lightly, and waved his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Go ahead!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was like being granted amnesty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Emperor!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as she was about to leave, Xia Ruqing thought for a moment and added, \"I’m going to make some charcoal-roasted lamb. Would Your Majesty like to try some?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao was \"hesitating.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Majesty, after you finish, you can wash and bathe! The smell can be washed off, and no outsider will know!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s really delicious, please have a taste.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Encouraged by Li Shengan’s hint, she boldly \"softened and cajoled.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, Zhao Junyao did not say yes, nor did he decline.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing \"made\" the decision for him: \"That settles it then. Xiao Xizi, please ask Eunuch Li to go to the side room for tea and pastries...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Shengan smiled, gave a respectful bow, and withdrew.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his heart, he couldn’t help but praise:Lady Xia truly understands the ways of the world! No wonder she remains in the Emperor’s thoughts!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this palace, if the Emperor thinks of you, even with just a little favor, your days won’t be tough...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing had Zi Yue move the charcoal stove to the side of the heated brick bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the small kang table, there was a pot of stewed lamb soup, skewers of sliced lamb ready to be roasted, pear soup, sesame cakes, and a few delicately prepared side dishes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing also had the fruit brought by Little Zhuzi washed and placed in a white porcelain bowl. It looked quite nice, and the small kang table was packed full.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao’s stomach began to protest uncontrollably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the surface, he lived a life of luxury and abundance, but in reality, he had not tasted many truly delicious foods.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, when Xia Ruqing presented him with a skewer of sizzling, fatty lamb, he wanted to refuse but instinctively took it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This...\" Zhao Junyao was somewhat troubled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How should I eat it? Biting into it directly seems somewhat inelegant!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue discreetly left, leaving only the Emperor and the Honored Lady alone in the warm pavilion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because they were alone, Xia Ruqing loosened up a bit and smiled, \"Your Majesty, you should eat it like this!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, she picked up a skewer and bit into it, chewing heartily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although it was indeed a bit inelegant, it looked so satisfying to watch, and Zhao Junyao didn’t think much more about it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He also took a bite. Though he didn’t devour it greedily, he was much more relaxed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What do you think, Your Majesty? Isn’t it delicious?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing looked at him with anticipation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao savored it carefully. The lamb was roasted to a perfect crisp on the outside and tender on the inside; it was rich but not greasy, very flavorful, with a hint of spiciness and a slight numbing sensation on the tip of his tongue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This very flavor perfectly whetted his appetite.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing devoured the skewers with gusto.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In my past life, it was precisely this kind of flavor that swept away a day’s fatigue, making me feel that the day’s busyness was worthwhile!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She thought,The Emperor has had a tiring day; he must surely enjoy this too!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who wouldn’t want to have some delicious food after a long day? The Emperor is only human too!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing didn’t mock him but gently guided him, and Zhao Junyao gradually let himself go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were no Civil and Military Officials here, no messy rules, just delicious food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Outside, the cold wind howled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the room, the two of them sat by the small charcoal stove, roasting and eating meat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao grew increasingly carefree and, eventually, even started to thread meat onto skewers and roast it himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it cooked yet?\" he asked, holding up a skewer with a stiff motion, afraid to move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing, with her bare feet on the kang, took a glance and replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s not ready! Keep roasting!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She commanded boldly, no longer afraid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh...\" Zhao Junyao continued to hold the pose, his expression serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, Xia Ruqing felt that the Emperor was nothing more than an ordinary big boy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though... he has quite a few concubines, he isn’t unlikable!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Being with him is quite enjoyable, and that’s enough for me. I don’t want to think about the rest; thinking about it is pointless...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as her thoughts returned to the present, she saw Zhao Junyao holding up a burnt skewer, his face dark.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One side of the skewer was charred, while the other was still raw.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao just held it there, not daring to move. The scene looked increasingly comical.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"HAHAHA... Your Majesty, you...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao felt he had lost face. He had been trying to suppress his laughter, wanting to appear solemn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But then he couldn’t help but laugh as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Majesty, you manage the great affairs of the state. These little things, I can take care of. Please, just eat more!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1378,"2026-05-30T07:40:59.059Z","2026-06-01T04:30:39.363Z",1,"novelbin.me","2a0c54bf3d1ddad275330dc2e74a5c201a18436088da39f8c72001f85d4ed15b","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-35","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-33",1204,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fa-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-cover.jpg"]