Chapter 385: Roasted Potatoes

Prince Qi wailed for a long time, then grabbed His Majesty's sleeve and wailed again twice: "Imperial brother, sob, punish!"

His Majesty: …

Alright then, even at this moment you still haven't forgotten to vent on his beloved daughter.

His Majesty doesn't even know whether he should cry or laugh.

However, the counterfeit from the Jin Yangzi Residence has indeed reached the time for handling.

Previously we left it alone, fearing that Jin Yangzi Residence, when angry, would again try to snatch Sui Sui.

Now there's no need to fear.

Sui Sui isn't their child, what are they fighting over?

Prince Qi, though distressed enough to want to cry, still chose to be frank with Prince Qing.

After all, the other side isn't easy either.

Even if it were another brother, Prince Qi might not speak up.

However, Qing Wang Younger Brother…

Never mind.

Considering that the other shares the same plight, let's…

Prince Qi comforts himself thus.

However, compared to this, the potato matter is more urgent.

Prince Qi, belatedly realizing, responds: "Right, right, Imperial brother, potatoes!"

His Majesty:?

The topic moved too fast; His Majesty couldn't keep up for a moment.

Prince Qi quickly, excitedly shouted: "Potatoes, three fen of land, three shi, that's a lot!"

His Majesty was originally feeling sorry for his younger brother, but when the topic suddenly shifted, he quickly caught on.

Right, right, potatoes!

High‑yield potatoes!

It's said the texture is decent, much better than coarse wheat.

The most important thing is the high yield, meaning it can feed more people!

If placed on a battlefield, who knows how great an effect it would have.

Thinking that, His Majesty's heart began to burn.

At this moment, he couldn't stay seated.

He immediately ordered people; he will leave the palace to see it himself!

Without seeing it himself, he remains uneasy.

Not only him, but also Shanglin Garden, the Director of Agriculture and those people—no one should be left out.

The Ministry of Works even had a few people called to join.

His Majesty led a group to Prince Qi's Zhuangzi.

As for Sui Sui's lineage…

That can wait; first deal with the potato matter.

After Sui Sui ate steamed potatoes, she again led her older brothers and sisters to roast potatoes.

The children didn't need cooks; they made a fire themselves, skewered the potatoes, and began roasting.

Roasting potatoes actually requires skill; Qing Shan, fearing the children might be discouraged, kept offering suggestions.

The potatoes shouldn't be chosen too large; they won't cook evenly.

In fact, it's best to let the fire burn down, then bury them in the coals; that roasts them better.

However, everyone liked different experiments; Qing Shan couldn't persuade them, so he let them be.

Roasted potatoes have a different flavor.

Especially after peeling, sprinkling the prepared seasoning powder on top enhances the flavor, making it even tastier.

Today's potatoes aren't soft enough, but they're novel to eat!

Children are still eager for foods they've never tried.

"When you bite it, it feels odd, but it's delicious!"

"Wow, Aunt Qiu is amazing, this seasoning is tasty, and sprinkling it makes it even better."

"I also think it's delicious!"

…

The children gathered to share food.

Sui Sui, finding it tasty, specifically asked Aunt Xiang for a plate, selected an especially clean piece, sprinkled seasoning, and carried it toward Princess Consort of Qi.

Since the weather was hot, Princess Consort of Qi, uneasy about this side, had someone hold an umbrella and sit in the shade of a nearby tree, watching the dug potatoes.

Seeing Sui Sui approach, Princess Consort of Qi quickly stood up.

Sui Sui walked steadily over, smiled, and presented the plate before Princess Consort of Qi: "Mother Consort, please have this!"

The children's speech became clearer, and their movements more deft.

Princess Consort of Qi has watched the children grow step by step; now seeing Sui Sui like this, she feels warm and gratified.

She smiled, took two steps forward, took the plate from Sui Sui, and brushed her soft hair: "You also go eat with your older brothers and sisters; Mother Consort will eat, thank you, my Sui Sui."

Sui Sui, busy, felt a bit hot; she took off her little hat, and sweat beads formed on her forehead.

Princess Consort of Qi, feeling tender, took a handkerchief and carefully wiped her.

Sui Sui didn't leave, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Princess Consort of Qi: "Mother Consort, I'll eat with you."

Wouldn't it be too boring for Mother Consort to eat alone?

Sui Sui felt uneasy, obediently staying by Mother Consort's side.

Princess Consort of Qi was warmed by the little girl; after helping Sui Sui wipe her sweat, she smiled and said, "All right, Sui Sui will eat together with Mother Consort."

The potato's texture is ordinary; at least when steamed, it's just like that.

After tasting the fresh, Princess Consort of Qi does not intend to eat more.

However, what Sui Sui brought over is ultimately different.

So, after Princess Consort of Qi sat down, she took a small spoon, scooped a spoonful, and first fed it to Sui Sui.

Sui Sui obediently opened her mouth wide and ate it with an "ah-uh" sound.

Her little face puffed out, looking like a small animal chewing quickly.

Seeing Sui Sui like that, Princess Consort of Qi also felt a bit of appetite.

She used the same spoon to scoop a piece and put it in her mouth.

The roasted and steamed potatoes have slightly different textures.

But actually, upon careful tasting, they are pretty much the same.

For Princess Consort of Qi, who is used to refined delicacies, it's not particularly appealing.

However, seeing Sui Sui happily eating with "ah-uh ah-uh" sounds, Princess Consort of Qi also ate a few more bites.

She ate while feeding Sui Sui.

Mother and daughter shared one spoon and one plate; Aunt Qiu watched from the side, her heart about to melt.

Princess Consort of Qi controlled the amount, not letting Sui Sui eat too much.

After the small potato was finished by the mother and daughter, Princess Consort of Qi, aside from spiritual satisfaction, felt nothing else for the time being.

Sui Sui, on the other hand, felt somewhat unsatisfied.

Princess Consort of Qi looked at her and couldn't help but gently tap her little head, saying, "Be careful about food accumulation, otherwise you'll feel uncomfortable."

Sui Sui still remembered this, so she quickly nodded: "Yeah, I remember!"

After saying that, Princess Consort of Qi still worried: "I don't know if this will be easy to digest; let Doctor Liu have a look at the kids later, don't let them eat too much or hurt their bodies."

Aunt Qiu hurriedly agreed.

The older brothers and sisters were still playing; although Princess Consort of Qi was reluctant to part with Sui Sui, she gestured for her to go play: "Go play with the older brothers and sisters; Mother Consort is watching over here, don't wander far."

Sui Sui was both reluctant to leave Mother Consort and wanted to play with the older brothers.

When torn, hearing Mother Consort's words, Sui Sui thought for a moment, then smiled and said goodbye to Mother Consort, and pattered over.

Feng Xuanrui had been watching Sui Sui's movements; seeing his sister return, he quickly shared a bite of his freshly mixed roasted potato with Sui Sui: "Come, little sister, try a taste."

Sui Sui, together with Mother Consort, probably ate some more.

Feng Xuanrui also remembered, don't eat too much, otherwise the body will feel unwell.

So, he only prepared to let Sui Sui have a slight taste, the rest……

He will eat it!

He's not afraid of feeling unwell, let him eat!

The second watch is at 19:00.