The Double-Chapter 479 - 151 Accident_2

"My mistress was forced into it," said Hai Tang, unable to hold back, "Back when she wasn’t yet married, my mistress often went with the young master to roast and eat venison in the woods. Her temperament wasn’t as silent as after coming to Yanjing City..." She suddenly stopped talking, probably knowing what kind of reputation Xue Fangfei now had in Yanjing City, and that she couldn’t continue this way, so she said no more.

Fortunately, those in the courtyard didn’t seem too interested in Xue Fangfei’s affairs, quickly changing the topic. What Jiang Li felt grateful for was that although they lacked interest in Xue Fangfei, they didn’t seem to show any signs of disgust either. Even Situ Jiuyue, who was usually somewhat sharp-tongued, just looked indifferent.

"However, Miss Jiang the Second really knows a lot," Wen Renyao sincerely praised, "The noble ladies of Yanjing City are mostly all alike. Although beautiful, they seem dull after a while, and there are too many rules that bind them—this isn’t allowed, that isn’t allowed. Yet, Miss Jiang the Second is refreshing, and it’s admirable."

Jiang Li thought to herself that it wasn’t about being refreshing but rather that she simply had no right to refuse. She also wanted to say this wasn’t allowed, that wasn’t allowed, but when one is in need, everything must be "allowed."

The venison started to sizzle and drip oil; everyone sprinkled coarse salt on it, and in a moment, the fragrance spread instantly. Wen Renyao exclaimed, "So fragrant, so fragrant!"

Jiang Li glanced at him and said, "Young Master Wen Ren’s can be eaten now."

Wen Renyao couldn’t wait to grab a skewer, biting into it; the meat was piping hot, scalding him so he couldn’t speak. But he found the taste exceedingly delicious; it seemed to only have salt on it yet left a lingering savory flavor in his mouth. He had never tasted anything so delightful in his life.

After gulping down that piece, Wen Renyao licked his lips, and Old General Jih hastily asked, "How is it, how is it?"

"Good!" Wen Renyao said just one word, then immediately got lost in eating the rest of the venison.

Thus, the others began to catch on, knowing that the venison couldn’t be too bad, and they all started eating their portions. For a time, the courtyard was filled with their contented sounds, and even the Hidden Guards hiding amongst them couldn’t help their stomachs rumbling in unison.

Zhao Ke and Wen Ji exchanged glances, both recognizing the frustration in each other’s eyes. Although they were Hidden Guards, they were never short of silver, sometimes even living more luxuriously than the Official Family’s young masters. They had experienced many of the finest things in the world visiting with their masters, not naturally gluttonous people, yet tonight, they found themselves famished, and the seemingly ordinary venison irresistibly tempting...

No matter, once this night was over, they would also find a time to stealthily roast meat!

The piece of venison in Jih Heng’s hands was also ready. The piece he cut wasn’t too big, nor too small, but apart from Jiang Li, Jih Heng’s cooking skills were indeed genuine, as newcomers to roasting meat often couldn’t manage the fire properly, ending up with meat that’s either undercooked or overdone. Wen Renyao and the others found it delicious because they had roasted it themselves, adding to the satisfaction. Yet, the deliciousness of Jih Heng’s roasted meat was genuinely exceptional.

The roasted meat was golden brown, steaming, and fragrant. His movements were elegant, unhurried as he brought the meat to his lips, taking a gentle bite. Watching him eat was also a pleasure.

"Miss Jiang the Second, why aren’t you eating?" Wen Renyao noticed she was just staring at Jih Heng and not eating her venison, asking, "What, do you want the piece that Ah Heng has?"

Jih Heng glanced over indifferently, and Jiang Li quickly said, "It’s not that," taking a bite of the venison in her hand.

Being an Official’s daughter, sitting on the ground to eat roasted venison was already quite unseemly, and eating grilled meat directly with her hands would likely be even more improper. But Jiang Li did it naturally. She didn’t have the same dust-covered traveler vibe like Situ Jiuyue, where everything she did seemed understandable. Every action Jiang Li took at first seemed inappropriate for her, but after she did it, it appeared completely fitting.

The girl was sitting on the ground, the azure blue of her dress making her seem exceptionally ethereal; she held the roasted meat, her smile gentle, with a hint of carefree joy, making her presence especially comforting.

"How could we eat meat without drinking liquor?" Kong Liu suggested, "We should have a drink!"

"A drink!" Wen Renyao cheered.

Jiang Li: "...."

It wasn’t that she couldn’t hold her liquor, but she had refused to drink since the incident back then. Seeing her hesitation, Lu Jiu suggested, "Does the Second Miss not drink well? If that’s the case, you can drink fruit wine. The jar contains fruit dew, which won’t intoxicate."