Chapter 73: Daughter-in-law, I'm Coming to Kill!

She handed over the wrapped Skirt, her movements crisp, with no hint of lingering.

Su Yanhua was choked by her attitude, snatching the clothing in one grab, as if seizing a treasured prize.

Having paid such a huge price, the garment now is her lifeline.

"Let's go, Wen Bin!" she tugged Wen Bin, and once again fled the shop as if escaping.

Watching the two's silhouettes disappear at the alley mouth, Jiang Ran, who had been leaning against the backyard gate with arms crossed, finally shuffled out slowly, walked to Su Ruan's side, stared at the empty alley, and sneered.

"Two swollen‑faced, fat‑bellied idiots. That amount of money will keep their flesh aching for half a year."

Jiang Ran wrapped his arm around Su Ruan's shoulder, utterly indifferent: "Let them be; we already have the money. Perfect, with this dupe's cash, I'll get my daughter‑in‑law some quality ingredients!"

He lowered his head and kissed Su Ruan's cheek, his tone turning sticky: "What do you want for dinner? Husband will buy it for you!"

Su Ruan was amused, the faint ripple in her heart faded, and she leaned into his arms.

Hearing Jiang Ran say he'll take her to a restaurant again, Su Ruan gently shook her head and grabbed his arm.

"I don't want to go out to eat." She lifted her face, looking at Jiang Ran, her eyes bearing gentle yet firm light, "I've been married into our family for so long, Mom and Grandma have always handled the meals. Today, I want to cook myself, make a meal for everyone."

Jiang Ran was stunned, then those eyes, always a bit roguish, lit up at a visibly rapid pace.

He suddenly grasped Su Ruan's hand again, his excitement raising his voice a few pitches:

"Really?! Daughter‑in‑law! You're going to cook yourself?!"

That look, as if he wanted to spin on the spot, was like a large dog that just saw a bone, only missing a wildly wagging tail at his back.

"Mm." Su Ruan, amused by his exaggerated reaction, pursed a smile, nodded, "Let's go buy groceries, what do you want to eat?"

"I'll eat anything! Whatever my daughter‑in‑law cooks, I love it!"

Jiang Ran answered without hesitation, resolutely.

He swept Su Ruan into his arms, almost half‑hugging her as they walked out, excited like a child with a new toy.

"Come on, let's buy groceries! To the biggest market! Today our family upgrades the meals, my daughter‑in‑law takes the helm!"

All the way, Jiang Ran's mouth never stopped.

He'd ask Su Ruan if she was tired, then ask if she'd decided what dishes to make.

Upon arriving at the market, he fully employed the Human-shaped Bag Carrying Machine and Mobile Wallet.

Whatever vegetables Su Ruan eyed, he immediately rushed forward, scrambling to ask price, pick, pay, moving as fast as lightning.

The purchased items, regardless of weight, he snatched all and held them in his hands.

His left hand bore heavy meat and fish, his right hand a basket full of vegetables, and beneath his arm he clutched newly bought seasonings, refusing to let Su Ruan touch any of it.

"Daughter‑in‑law, just watch the road, I'll handle the heavy work!"

Jiang Ran straightened his back, hanging himself like a Christmas tree, with a smug expression saying "I'm super capable, brag about me."

Su Ruan looked at his demeanor, both funny and heart‑warming, and could only let him be.

After buying groceries and returning to the Jiang Family Courtyard, Jiang Ran activated the Big Megaphone Mode.

Before anyone entered the yard, his voice boomed in: "Dad! Mom! Grandma! Sister! Come out quickly! Today we have a feast!"

He sprinted into the Main Hall, dumping the big and small bags onto the table, his face unable to hide pride and excitement, and loudly announced:

"My daughter‑in‑law! Your daughter‑in‑law, granddaughter‑in‑law, younger sister‑in‑law! Today I'm cooking myself, to show you a skill! Making a tasty meal!"

Jiang Jianguo, who was reading the newspaper, looked up and adjusted his glasses.

Watching his son's proud demeanor, as if Su Ruan were about to receive a grand award rather than just cook, the corner of his mouth twitched slightly.

Li Huijuan poked her head out of the kitchen, still holding a spatula, and was startled by the words, then her face showed a kind smile: "RuanRuan wants to cook? Good, good, Mom will lend a hand?"

"No need, no need!" Jiang Ran immediately, like a protective hen, spread his arms to block his mother, his tone resolute, "Mom, you rest, nobody helps today! I'll assist my daughter‑in‑law, that's the intention of us as a couple!"

Jiang Nainai was sitting in the yard sunbathing, hearing the grandson's clamor, her wrinkles relaxed with joy, and she waved at Su Ruan as she approached.

"Oh dear, my good granddaughter‑in‑law, are you tired? Let Ranran handle the work, just direct him!"

Jiang Jiaojiao just stepped out of the house, hearing her brother's words, couldn't help but giggle, teasing: "Jiang Ran, look at what you can do, those who don't know would think RuanRuan did something earth‑shattering! Just cooking a meal, see how proud you are!"

Jiang Ran's neck stiffened, confidently: "My daughter‑in‑law willing to cook for us, that's a huge deal! Sister, are you jealous? Jealousy can't be helped; after all, you don't have a wife as good as mine!"

"You!" Jiang Jiaojiao glared, about to strike him.

The whole family, watching Jiang Ran's adoring, bone‑deep affection for Su Ruan, were both exasperated and amused, yet felt warm inside.

Especially Li Huijuan and Jiang Nainai, their gazes toward Su Ruan grew increasingly affectionate.

This child, sensible and thoughtful.

Su Ruan's cheeks flushed from Jiang Ran's antics, she shyly tugged his sleeve: "Say a little less."

"Hehe, I'm happy." Jiang Ran scratched his head, grinning foolishly, then immediately got into gear, "Daughter‑in‑law, what's next? You give the order, I obey!"

Su Ruan looked at the family's warm smiles, her heart softened completely.

She rolled up her sleeves, smiling at Jiang Ran: "Then... first bring the vegetables to the kitchen, wash what's needed, cut what's needed?"

"As you command!"

Jiang Ran, like a soldier receiving orders, spiritedly lifted all the ingredients, marching proudly into the kitchen.

The kitchen thereafter became Jiang Ran's personal Performance Show and Loyal Assistant stage.

Su Ruan said, "Jiang Ran, wash the meat."

Jiang Ran: "Got it!"

The splash of water rang, washing with extra vigor.

Su Ruan said, "Jiang Ran, slice the scallions, ginger, and garlic."

Jiang Ran: "No problem!"

Saying so, Jiang Ran began chopping the scallions, ginger, and garlic.

Though his knife work was a bit wild, the ginger slices varied in thickness and the minced garlic uneven, his attitude remained extremely proper.

Su Ruan tied on an apron, preparing to handle the live fish.

Jiang Ran immediately stepped forward: "Wife, this fish smells, let me take care of it!"

As a result he was flustered, almost letting the fish jump off the cutting board, but in the end Su Ruan smiled, took it, hand up and blade down, clean and swift.

Jiang Ran watched from the side, eyes wide, and sincerely exclaimed again: "My wife is truly amazing!"

Li Huijuan, uneasy, tried several times to peek into the kitchen, but Jiang Ran, guarding the doorway, mercilessly turned her away: "Mom, I said we don't need you; trust my wife! Also trust your son!"