[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-siheyuan-the-salted-fish-s-good-life":3,"chapter-siheyuan-the-salted-fish-s-good-life-siheyuan-the-salted-fish-s-beautiful-life-chapter-49":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Siheyuan: The Salted Fish's Beautiful Life",{"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},2103927,3398,"Chapter 49","siheyuan-the-salted-fish-s-beautiful-life-chapter-49",49,"\u003Cp>Madam Chen's eyebrows shot up: \"Old Qin, you have a big mouth. Do you want me to relay this to Xiufen?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man in the military uniform was so scared his legs went weak, and he quickly laughed: \"Sister-in-law, wasn't I just joking with the little comrade? Why are you taking it seriously?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo was speechless at the sight; this guy really knew how to put on an act.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The square-faced man said urgently, \"Old Qin, stop your nonsense. Everyone, sit at the table quickly, or the food will get cold.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Director Jiang greeted them: \"Right, right, everyone sit at the table. Cao Weiguo, you sit down and eat too. This is a gathering of friends; don't be shy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Madam Chen said, \"That's right. Thanks to Cao Weiguo coming to help, otherwise, where would we have such good food?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man in the military uniform said in a rough voice, \"Little comrade, don't be wishy-washy. A real man should be open and straightforward. We are all comrades; don't use that bureaucratic stuff.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Director Jiang said with a smile, \"All who come are guests. Cao Weiguo, please sit down. If you don't sit, you're looking down on me, your host.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With this said, Cao Cao Weiguo couldn't refuse anymore and could only sit down nervously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone was seated, and Madam Chen warmly treated the guests to the food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as they picked up their chopsticks, everyone's eyes lit up, and then they started eating quickly, like disaster victims who hadn't eaten for days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clean and efficient, without any hesitation!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Surprise! Joy! Enjoyment!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These simple and plain home-cooked dishes were truly perfect in color, aroma, and taste.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the vinegar-glazed cabbage was unforgettable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What is the name of these shredded potatoes? It's my first time eating them, and they are really delicious!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fragrant and crispy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Crispy and fragrant!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This pan-fried pork belly is really satisfying!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Little comrade, you should really come with me to the military. You can make a greater contribution to the country there.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Director Jiang said, \"Old Qin, Cao Cao Weiguo's father was a martyr; you can't force him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For safety's sake, Director Director Jiang had investigated Cao Cao Weiguo, so he naturally knew his family background.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as these words were spoken, the rough-mannered man in the military uniform looked respectful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man in the military uniform said with some guilt: \"Hey, Comrade Cao Weiguo, I'm a rough guy and don't watch what I say. Don't take it to heart.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo said with a smile, \"I'm a real man; I'm not that narrow-minded. Besides, my ideal used to be to join the military, but later, for certain reasons, I chose to be a worker, which is safer and more stable.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The square-faced man said seriously, \"The worker-peasant alliance is the fundamental force of our country's revolution and construction. As proletarian workers, you are the backbone of the country's future development. The country's development and growth depend on the hard work and struggle of workers like you, Comrade Cao Weiguo.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sensing the change in atmosphere, Director Director Jiang quickly laughed: \"Today is a family gathering; everyone's main purpose is to eat and drink well.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man in the military uniform chimed in with a silly laugh: \"Right, right, right! Eat, eat. Such delicious food shouldn't get cold.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The table of food was finally eaten clean.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Director Jiang said proudly, \"Was this meal to your liking?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three of them leaned back against their chairs, each one satisfied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Very much to my liking!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Home-cooked food is still the best!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's Comrade Cao Weiguo's culinary skills that are good!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don't know if I'll have the chance to eat such delicious home-cooked food again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo used simple ingredients to cook delicious dishes, winning praise from everyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this era of material scarcity, eating well is one of everyone's pursuits!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo said happily, \"If the three leaders want to eat, just call me. You provide the ingredients, I'll provide the effort, and I can improve my own diet too.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man in the military uniform's eyes shone: \"Good, then it's a deal. When the time comes, I'll prepare the ingredients, and you're not allowed to run away.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The round-faced man, who had spoken very little, looked expectant: \"Comrade Cao Weiguo, a nephew of mine is getting married. Can I invite you to come and cook a few tables of food?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The square-faced man said in a deep voice, \"Cook a few tables of food? Old Yang, you have the nerve to ask. Aren't you afraid of tiring out Comrade Cao Weiguo?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo said with a smile, \"Not tired, not tired. I usually help my fellow workers, and I quite like cooking for wedding banquets. The wedding candy is very sweet.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was a good opportunity for him to build connections with high society, which could help him quickly build a reputation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the future, he could completely use his loud reputation to open a restaurant, and the money would just roll in!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The round-faced man said happily, \"If Comrade Cao Weiguo is willing to help, there will definitely be plenty of wedding candy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone was not a shallow person, and they knew in their hearts that wedding candy was just an excuse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo going to help cook was definitely not for a few pieces of wedding candy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But these people didn't lack the things Cao Cao Weiguo wanted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone got what they needed; why not do it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After everyone was full of food and drink, Cao Cao Weiguo, the chef, had completed his task.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sensible Cao Cao Weiguo took the initiative to say goodbye, and Madam Chen personally sent him out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Madam Chen took a red envelope out of her pocket: \"Cao Weiguo, thank you very much for the delicious meal you cooked for us today. This is a small token of our appreciation; please don't think it's too little!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo refused immediately: \"Sister Chen, I can't take this. We agreed that I was here to help, and you and Director Director Jiang also treated me to a meal. I absolutely cannot accept this!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Madam Chen stuffed the red envelope directly into Cao Cao Weiguo's pocket: \"This is a token of our couple's appreciation. If you don't accept it, you're being a stranger. From now on, you're not allowed to call me sister.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo was in a difficult position; he really didn't want to take the money.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He really didn't lack money!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo firmly took the money out and returned it to Madam Chen: \"Sister Chen, I absolutely cannot take this. Since I've called you sister, what does it matter if I cook a meal for my sister? If you don't take it back, I really won't come again. If sister wants to thank me, next time I come, buy some pig trotters and save one for me. I've been craving pig trotters for several years.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Madam Chen laughed and took back the red envelope, giving Cao Cao Weiguo a look of annoyance: \"You kid are really greedy. Fine, even if I have to smash the pots and sell the iron, I'll get you a pig trotter to satisfy your craving.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Putting the red envelope back in her pocket, Madam Chen led Cao Cao Weiguo to the jeep.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Madam Chen said, \"Master Wu, it's getting dark. Please take the trouble to send my brother home safely.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Master Wu looked at Cao Cao Weiguo in surprise and said quickly, \"Madam, rest assured, I will definitely send Director Cao back safely.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Madam Chen opened the car door: \"You've worked hard today. Go home and get some good rest. When you have time, come over to sit and chat with sister.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo said with a smile, \"Alright, one day I'll bring my wife over to visit sister's house.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Madam Chen said happily, \"That would be great. I'll also meet my sister-in-law and see how she has such good fortune to marry my brother, such a handsome and capable good man.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1352,"2026-06-16T06:42:12.639Z","2026-06-16T08:22:04.667Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","9474481599474083f165b21722c4f28e75729d127cf66c3257856c5c8da41d23","siheyuan-the-salted-fish-s-beautiful-life-chapter-50","siheyuan-the-salted-fish-s-beautiful-life-chapter-48",843,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fsiheyuan-the-salted-fish-s-beautiful-life-cover.gif"]