Chapter 421

Because the water wasn't that cold, and there was no ice on the water surface.

The big dogfish hurried to swim upward, and then saw Lu Lu Qiaoge standing on the beach smiling at it.

Afterward, the old turtle also followed up; although its speed couldn't compare to before, it didn't fall behind much, following closely behind the big dogfish as it surfaced.

Then the grass carp and the red carp also swam over.

Lu Lu Qiaoge didn't go to collect Huahua and the others. If there happened to be someone around them, it would be a big deal if they suddenly disappeared.

To make a long story short, after understanding what was going on, the big dogfish and the others swam happily in the lake water. Although there were slight differences, this lake seemed to be about the same as the bottom of Red Star Lake, only the water temperature wasn't that cold and hadn't frozen.

What surprised them even more was that the water seemed to contain wisps of energy, making them feel as if they were wandering in the warm spring sun.

Only then did the big dogfish and the others hear about the thrilling experience of the great shark and its party on the deserted island, who were almost sent to the barbecue grill, and couldn't help but feel a lingering fear.

Lu Lu Qiaoge let them get familiar with each other first, and then explore this water area well: "It's absolutely safe here, play however you want."

She noticed that the boxes salvaged from the sea were actually high-quality mahogany, so she carefully stacked them on the beach to dry.

Not having time to get all the boxes out, Lu Lu Qiaoge had a thought and left the space.

She happened to hear the sound of a key opening the door; Qin Qin Hengzhi was back.

Qin Qin Hengzhi opened the door, placed the net bag he was carrying on the hall cabinet, and cast his gaze toward Lu Lu Qiaoge, who was standing in front of the window.

After a brief silence, he didn't pretend not to know this time and asked directly: "Is the problem solved?"

Lu Lu Qiaoge smiled: "It's solved!"

After saying that, she walked over, her eyes bright as she added: "And I have to thank you for the polar gemstone you gave me."

Qin Qin Hengzhi's eyes were even brighter than Lu Lu Qiaoge's; so, he really had helped Lu Qiaoge?

If one were to say Qin Qin Hengzhi wasn't curious in his heart, then he wouldn't be a normal person.

This little partner of his seemed to have heaven-reaching abilities, not only being able to communicate with animals but also seeming to have even bigger secrets.

But he knew that this matter couldn't be answered just by asking.

If Lu Qiaoge wanted to tell him, she would naturally say so; if she hadn't said it now, perhaps the time wasn't right.

Qin Qin Hengzhi told himself this in his heart and believed it firmly.

He knew that if there was even a hint of suspicion, he and Lu Qiaoge wouldn't be able to go on.

Compared to whether he could accompany her for a long time, the biggest secret in his view was insignificant.

Lu Lu Qiaoge looked at Qin Qin Hengzhi's expression and was very satisfied with his transparency and breadth of mind.

So she hooked his neck, pulled him down, and bit him lightly on the lip.

Qin Qin Hengzhi naturally wouldn't let this opportunity go. The kiss was lingering and passionate, as if to melt each other...

No matter how happy they were, they couldn't just kiss forever; they still had to eat.

Qin Qin Hengzhi brought back six lunch boxes, not only the braised pork and sour and spicy shredded potatoes mentioned earlier, but also one containing egg soup, another with salted radish and various vegetable roots mixed pickles, and the other two boxes were rice.

Qin Qin Hengzhi was handsome, but that didn't mean he couldn't eat. With his busy work every day and training, his appetite was also amazing; sometimes watching him eat made one feel it was especially fragrant.

But it was a bit cold outside now, and Qin Qin Hengzhi said: "Wait a moment, I'll light the stove. The braised pork needs to be heated, otherwise, it's too greasy."

A full box of braised pork also had potatoes stewed in it; this kind of big-pot dish was fragrant and glutinous, melting in the mouth, and the potatoes had absorbed the meat juice, making them especially flavorful.

There were very few households here using gas stoves; almost every household had a stove built in the room, and some would put a small iron stove. In winter, a pile of coal briquettes was often stacked on the balcony, making it very convenient to heat up meals.

Lu Lu Qiaoge rolled up her sleeves and said to Qin Qin Hengzhi: "I'll light the fire, I know how to do this."

Seeing Lu Lu Qiaoge's enthusiastic look, Qin Qin Hengzhi didn't force it and turned to wash the wok under the faucet. Although he almost didn't live in this house, the pots and pans for cooking were all complete.

The stove had two eyes. Qin Qin Hengzhi opened the iron door below, put in the small pieces of chopped wood, and still instructed worriedly: "Be careful when lighting the fire, the birch bark for kindling is easy to burn your hands."

Nowadays, many households here in the north use birch bark for kindling, and some use pine resin or old newspapers and straw, but the best to use is still birch bark.

Lu Lu Qiaoge smiled and lit the birch bark torn into small pieces, placed it under the wood, and quietly sent energy from her palm; with a "poof," the wood burned enthusiastically. She then put a few pieces of coal on top.

The coal in the north had a layer of shine on the surface; although it wasn't long-lasting, the heat was sufficient.

That was it.

They heated the rice, braised pork, and egg soup; the sour and spicy shredded potatoes were also delicious cold, and the pickles were served directly on the table.

Qin Qin Hengzhi suddenly remembered something and said: "This is our first time eating in this house, right?"

Lu Lu Qiaoge nodded: "Yes, it is."

"No, we have to celebrate."

"How to celebrate?" Lu Lu Qiaoge asked curiously.

Qin Qin Hengzhi opened the cupboard above, took out a bottle of wine, and took out two glasses to pour.

He originally wanted to say something, but seeing the simple environment, he swallowed the words back, only saying gently: "This house can be considered to have started cooking, let's celebrate."

Lu Lu Qiaoge didn't ask much either, smiling and clinking glasses with him.

The braised pork from the canteen master was indeed a unique skill; after eating it, it wasn't greasy, but had an endless aftertaste.

The sour and spicy shredded potatoes tasted just right, and the pickles were also refreshing.

Actually, the food in the big canteen now was really delicious, with a taste of home-cooked dishes.

After eating and drinking their fill, the two checked the house again to confirm that Lu Yun and Chen Chen Liangsheng could live comfortably here. After locking the door, Qin Qin Hengzhi sent Lu Lu Qiaoge back to the Lu family.

However, they had agreed that Qin Qin Hengzhi would come to pick her up to watch a movie in the evening.

"Then come earlier, eat at my house, I'll let my mom wrap pickled cabbage dumplings for you."

Lu Lu Qiaoge stood at the gate when she said this, and Qin Qin Hengzhi didn't go in again, happily agreeing, turning around and striding away.

Lu Lu Qiaoge knew her mom was standing behind the door, and she pushed the door open with a grin.

Meng Xia glared at her: "You're quite good at ordering me around, even asking me to wrap pickled cabbage dumplings for Qin Hengzhi, shouldn't you learn it yourself too?"

Lu Lu Qiaoge raised her eyebrows: "Mom, I'm so smart, I don't need to learn, how about I adjust the filling tonight?"

She really wanted to try it.

Thinking about it, Meng Xia still didn't let Lu Lu Qiaoge try. Although her daughter was smart, she had never adjusted the filling before; if she didn't adjust it well, everything would be wasted.

This wasn't like cooking dishes that could be saved; once the filling was ruined, there was no way to fix it once it was wrapped in.

"Can't trust it, still can't trust it, you go and rest, you don't need to do this little thing." Meng Xia laughed, then asked: "Is the house your second aunt lives in all cleaned up?"

"Yes, it's cleaned up. We tried it just now, the stove works well, and the chimney isn't blocked. There are grain, oil, rice, flour, cabbage, and potatoes, and the tools for cooking and eating are all complete. I've also changed the sheets and quilt covers. If you're worried, you can go and take a look."