MMB Chapter 46 Even strong women like to be taken care of!
Chapter 46 Even strong women like to be taken care of!
On the other side, after agreeing to the other party's request, Chen Mo looked at the system task that popped up in front of him and smiled helplessly.
You really need to be brave in any situation!
[The system triggers a temporary task based on the host's daily social interactions.]
[Task Name: The Brave Chef]
[Task: Bravely prepare a satisfying dinner for your sick female boss.]
[Mission Rewards: IQ +1, EQ +1, Courage +200]
[Note: Warmth and thoughtfulness are essential skills for middle-aged men. Spending time alone with a female boss in the evening is a courageous step forward, isn't it?]
Since I've agreed, I'll naturally do my best.
After leaving Jiangzhou No.1 Middle School, Chen Mo stood by the roadside waiting for a car.
His phone vibrated, and when he looked down, he saw that it was a WeChat transfer from Shen Qingyue.
Five hundred yuan.
The note reads: "Money for groceries."
Chen Mo smiled, didn't accept the message, and replied: 【No need, Sister Qingyue, it's not much money.】
The message had barely been sent when Shen Qingyue replied.
[Please accept this, otherwise I won't bother you next time.]
【…】
Upon seeing this sentence, Chen Mo couldn't quite put his finger on it, but he immediately pictured her with her brows slightly furrowed and her tone leaving no room for refusal.
Sigh, he's gotten used to being a leader.
but……
I absolutely refuse to accept it!
Chen Mo put away his phone, got into the ride-hailing car, and said to the driver, "Driver, go to the nearest large supermarket."
"Okay."
Chen Mo leaned back in his car seat, starting to think about what to do that night.
If you can't eat eggs when you have a cold, then shrimp porridge should be okay, right?
He took out his phone and searched for "what to eat when you have a cold" and then looked up "what to avoid when you have a cold".
After confirming that shrimp, green vegetables, and yams were all suitable, I felt more at ease.
Upon arriving at the supermarket, Chen Mo pushed his shopping cart straight to the fresh produce section.
He picked out a box of fresh shrimp, half a yam, a handful of bok choy, and a few shiitake mushrooms.
After thinking for a moment, I took a piece of soft tofu and a small bunch of cilantro.
The porridge should be light, but not too bland; it needs to have some umami flavor.
As he passed the condiment section, he casually grabbed a bottle of sesame oil.
Although Shen Qingyue's kitchen is fully equipped, it may not have small condiments like sesame oil.
After buying groceries, Chen Mo pushed the cart around the supermarket again.
He stopped as he passed the fruit section.
Eat more fruit to supplement vitamin C when you have a cold...
He also picked out a few oranges and a box of strawberries.
Passing by the snack section, Chen Mo saw preserved plums on the shelf, hesitated for a moment, and then took a small bag.
He remembered that when he had a cold and no appetite, eating some preserved plums would stimulate his appetite.
Although it's unknown whether Shen Qingyue likes it or not, it's always good to have it on hand.
If she doesn't want to eat it, bring it back for yourself!
After paying, Chen Mo walked out of the supermarket; it was already dark.
Traffic congestion began during the evening rush hour.
Chen Mo waited by the roadside for about ten minutes before he could hail a taxi.
Twenty minutes later, the car stopped at the entrance of the residential area.
Chen Mo got out of the car carrying shopping bags, walked into the apartment building as if she knew the way well, and pressed the elevator button.
Sixteenth floor.
The elevator doors opened, and Chen Mo walked to Shen Qingyue's door and entered the password: 0608.
With a "beep", the door lock opened.
He pushed open the door and went inside. The room was quiet, and the lights were off. Only the city lights shining through the window outlined the furniture.
Shen Qingyue has not returned yet.
Chen Mo turned on the light, put on shoe covers, and carried the groceries into the kitchen.
This feels a bit like a private chef offering in-home cooking services.
Well, this is a good option if I ever lose my job in the future!
I'll max out my cooking skills and then cook for wealthy people.
Chen Mo's mind wandered aimlessly as he placed the shopping bag on the counter, washed his hands, and began preparing the ingredients.
Rinse the shrimp with clean water and drain. Peel and cut the yam into small pieces (he wore gloves to avoid itchy hands).
Wash and chop the bok choy, slice the shiitake mushrooms, and cut the tofu into small cubes.
After finishing the preparations, he started cooking porridge.
Rinse the rice, add water, and turn on the heat.
While waiting for the water to boil, Chen Mo didn't rest. He washed the oranges and removed the stems from the strawberries, then soaked them in lightly salted water.
Unpack the preserved plums and pour them into a small dish.
The water in the porridge pot gradually boiled, and the rice grains tumbled in the boiling water.
Chen Mo turned the heat down to low, covered the pot, and simmered it slowly.
While the porridge was cooking, he planned to make two light side dishes.
Drizzle some light soy sauce over soft tofu and sprinkle with chopped cilantro for a simple and refreshing dish.
Shiitake mushrooms and bok choy can be stir-fried with a little oil and salt.
As he was busy working, he heard the sound of the lock turning at the door. Chen Mo turned his head and saw Shen Qingyue push the door open and walk in.
She was wearing a beige suit today, with her long hair draped over her shoulders. Her complexion was better than in the morning, but she still looked unwell.
"You're back?"
Chen Mo wiped his hands and poked his head out from the kitchen.
"Um."
Shen Qingyue was taken aback when she saw him, but then she realized what he meant and smiled, "You've arrived."
She changed her shoes, hung her bag on the coat rack in the entryway, and walked towards the kitchen, where she smelled a familiar aroma.
"Are you cooking porridge?"
"Hmm, shrimp congee, this should be fine for you since you have a cold."
Chen Mo lifted the lid and looked at the pot, saying, "It should be ready in about ten more minutes. Go and wait for a bit."
Shen Qingyue stood at the kitchen doorway, watching Chen Mo's busy figure.
The warm yellow light shone on him, and the porridge in the pot bubbled and steamed, carrying the aroma of rice and the sweetness of shrimp.
This scene... inexplicably warmed her heart.
Strong women also enjoy being taken care of!
She proactively asked, "Do you need my help?"
"No need, you can sit and rest. It'll be ready soon."
Without turning his head, Chen Mo said, "Oh, right, there are oranges and strawberries on the coffee table. Have some fruit to whet your appetite."
Shen Qingyue turned and walked into the living room, where she saw a plate of washed strawberries and several oranges on the coffee table.
There was also a small dish of preserved plums on the side.
Honestly, these kinds of details are really touching for women!
For example, Shen Qingyue now.
Her expression was complex, yet tinged with a smile. She picked up a strawberry and put it in her mouth, the sweet juice melting in her mouth.
I also picked up a preserved plum; it was sweet and sour, and definitely whetted my appetite.
She leaned back on the sofa, looking again at Chen Mo's back in the kitchen, and suddenly felt that this subordinate, who was usually calm and capable at the company, had a kind of gentle homely side at this moment.
This feeling...
It's unfamiliar, but I don't dislike it.
This is also my own kitchen, and the second time I've let the same man in.
Ten minutes later, Chen Mo came out carrying a pot of porridge and some side dishes.
"It's ready to eat."
He ladled the porridge into a bowl; the pink of the shrimp, the snow-white of the yam, and the emerald green of the vegetables created a beautiful color combination.
"Try it."
Chen Mo smiled and pushed the bowl in front of Shen Qingyue.
"Um."
Shen Qingyue picked up a spoon, scooped up a spoonful, blew on it, and put it in her mouth.
The porridge is cooked until it's smooth and soft, the shrimp is fresh and sweet, the yam is tender and glutinous, and the green vegetables are crisp. The flavor is light yet rich in layers.
"It's delicious," she said sincerely.
"That's good."
Chen Mo sat down opposite her, served himself a bowl, and joked, "Can I eat with you, boss?"
"Uh, of course."
Upon hearing this, Shen Qingyue couldn't help but laugh and said, "Besides, do I look like such a harsh leader, junior?"
Chen Mo: "Senior, of course not!"