The prince dotes on his wife: a reborn peasant woman is not easy to mess with

Early the next morning, Xia Yechen and Zhou Xiaoyuan went to the General Affairs Office together. As soon as the people in the General Affairs Office saw Xia Yechen, they immediately became submissive.

Zhou Xiaoyuan has developed many novel dumplings, such as green dumplings made with spinach juice and noodles, and yellow dumplings made with pumpkin juice and noodles.

She also adds a variety of unique seasonings to the dumpling fillings to make the dumplings taste richer and unique.

After finishing, Zhou Xiaoyuan let Xia Yechen and others taste it first.

After Xia Yechen tasted it, he couldn't help but praise Zhou Xiaoyuan: "This dumpling is so delicious! I have never eaten such delicious dumplings!"

Zhou Xiaoyuan was very happy after hearing Xia Yechen's praise. She said confidently: "Then I will definitely work harder to make this dumpling feast an unforgettable feast."

Xia Yechen was also making dumplings next to him. Although his techniques were a bit unfamiliar, his skills were very good. He and Zhou Xiaoyuan made a lot of dumplings together and didn't finish them until late at night.

However, they still encountered a big problem. There were so many dumplings that they simply couldn't finish them within the allotted time.

If they don't finish all the dumplings before noon tomorrow, they will be severely punished.

Xia Yechen was very anxious. After thinking for a moment, he decided to go to the emperor and ask him to send more people to him.

After hearing this, the emperor smiled lightly: "Actually, this is also a test to see how Miss Zhou will deal with difficulties."

He looked at Zhou Xiaoyuan and said, "I originally thought that if things were not handled well this time, I would take the opportunity to give the Xia Qing family a concubine as punishment."

Zhou Xiaoyuan was shocked after hearing this. She knew the emperor's intention, but she refused to beg for mercy.

She knew very well that if she begged for mercy at this time, it would be tantamount to admitting her own incompetence, which would also give the emperor an excuse to force Xia Yechen to accept a concubine again.

However, the time for the dumpling feast is getting closer, and Zhou Xiaoyuan must find a way as soon as possible. She stood there, thinking hard in her heart, but couldn't think of any solution for a while.

At this time, Zhou Xiaoyuan had an idea, and she thought of a way that might solve the problem. She decided to hold a dumpling-making competition in the palace.

Zhou Xiaoyuan proposed this suggestion to the emperor. Although the emperor was a little surprised, he did not refuse. He knew that although this competition would take some time, it could indeed solve the current problem.

Therefore, under the arrangement of Zhou Xiaoyuan, the palace held a grand dumpling-making competition. As soon as the news came out, the ladies in the palace signed up to participate.

They all know that the winner of this competition will be rewarded with silver coins, which is undoubtedly a great temptation for them.

Under Zhou Xiaoyuan's arrangement, many palace maids and eunuchs came to help make dumplings. They have a clear division of labor. Some make the dough, some roll the dough, some make the fillings, and some are responsible for cooking the dumplings.

Everyone worked together and quickly completed a sufficient number of dumplings.

The night before the dumpling feast, the emperor heard about Zhou Xiaoyuan's plan, and he was very surprised.

He originally thought that Zhou Xiaoyuan would beg for mercy because of the pressure, but he didn't expect that she would come up with this way to solve the problem of insufficient dumplings.

Although this approach was somewhat unreasonable, the emperor had to admit that it was

What a good idea.

On the day of the dumpling feast, Zhou Xiaoyuan completed the task perfectly. Everyone in the palace can eat delicious dumplings.

The emperor and the nobles in the court all tasted the dumplings made by Zhou Xiaoyuan, and they were full of praise for the taste of the dumplings.

"It's so delicious!" the emperor praised, "Miss Zhou, you are so ingenious."

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Zhou Xiaoyuan replied with a smile, "As long as Your Majesty likes it, I will be happy."

The emperor nodded: "You did a good job this time." He paused for a moment, "But don't take risks next time."

Zhou Xiaoyuan bowed and saluted: "Yes, Your Majesty."

The emperor smiled with satisfaction and continued to taste other dumplings.

He found that each dumpling has different fillings and skins, some have unique seasonings and techniques, and the taste is also different. But every dumpling is very delicious and leaves people with endless aftertaste.

Other dignitaries also praised the deliciousness of the dumplings. Some noble people even sighed after tasting it: "I have never eaten such delicious dumplings!"

Zhou Xiaoyuan was very happy after hearing these compliments. She knew that her efforts had been recognized and appreciated, and she had allowed herself to showcase her talents and abilities in front of the emperor and everyone in the court.

However, at this happy moment, Prince Jing said angrily from the sidelines: "Miss Zhou, you are really amazing." There was a hint of dissatisfaction and hostility in his words.

Zhou Xiaoyuan smiled slightly: "Prince Jing is overly praised." She responded in a neither humble nor condescending manner, "I just did what I should do."

Prince Jing snorted after hearing Zhou Xiaoyuan's words, then turned away and stopped talking.

Prince Jing returns

In the mansion, he angrily asked the people in the imperial dining room: "Why didn't you trip up Zhou Xiaoyuan?"

The people in the imperial kitchen replied helplessly: "Your Majesty, we really didn't cause any trouble for Miss Zhou."

Prince Jing asked in confusion: "Then why did Zhou Xiaoyuan deal with the problem of insufficient dumplings so easily?"

Someone from the imperial kitchen explained: "Miss Zhou is very smart. She came up with the idea of ​​holding a dumpling-making competition and asked the palace maids and eunuchs to help make dumplings. A sufficient number of dumplings were quickly completed."

Prince Jing was stunned. He did not expect Zhou Xiaoyuan to be so witty. He asked with some reluctance: "Then did you deliberately create trouble for her?"

The people in the imperial kitchen shook their heads: "We really don't. Miss Zhou is very capable. She is not only very skilled in making dumplings, but also can cook many delicious dishes. We all admire her talent and wisdom."

King Jing was a little unconvinced after hearing this, but he had nothing to do. He knew that Zhou Xiaoyuan was indeed very smart and capable, and had won the admiration and respect of the emperor and everyone in the court.

He thought to himself: "This Zhou Xiaoyuan is really a powerful character."

In the palace, Zhou Xiaoyuan's good reputation quickly spread throughout the palace.

In addition to her outstanding performance at the dumpling banquet, she also specially sent dumplings to the lonely elderly people in the palace. This moved many palace ladies and eunuchs very much.

"Miss Zhou is so kind." A nun said with emotion, "She not only sent delicious dumplings to the emperor and nobles, but also cared about the lonely elderly people."

Another palace maid also said: "Yes, I think Miss Zhou is very kind and very

Smart and capable. "

These compliments made Zhou Xiaoyuan very happy. She knew that her efforts had been recognized and appreciated, and that she had shown her kindness and talent in front of everyone in the court.