Chapter 183: Chapter 183: Yuan Zhaodi Rises Up
If it were up to Mrs. Zeng, she’d just make another egg pancake, it’s not much trouble anyway.
Unfortunately, both pots in the kitchen are occupied!
In the end, Mrs. Zeng decided to simply steam the egg pancake in the pot to heat it up.
In fact, as long as the reheated pancakes aren’t dampened by steam, they still taste fine. So, what Mrs. Zeng needs to do now is to make sure not to let the steam dampen the pancake.
Mrs. Peng and Yuan Laidi currently have one son, Yuan Shouyi, so the couple can be said to have the least pressure.
Thus, after the family split, Mrs. Peng actually lived the most carefree life.
The one who should be having the hardest time is the Song Family, but in fact, Song Family is not that anxious. In terms of mindset, Song Family is the most stable among Mrs. Zeng’s four daughters-in-law.
Mrs. Peng’s breakfast consists of millet porridge in one pot and half a pot of wotou in the other, with an egg boiling at the bottom, which is prepared for her son Yuan Shouyi.
Mrs. Zeng didn’t leave the egg pancake in the pot with Mrs. Peng’s wotou for long before lifting the lid to take it out; it was at the perfect temperature and not dampened by steam.
"Third daughter-in-law, don’t think I’m being naggy!"
As Mrs. Zeng walked out of the kitchen with the millet porridge and the egg pancake, she glanced at her third daughter-in-law.
"Mother, if there’s anything I’m not doing well, please tell me, daughter-in-law is listening!"
Mrs. Peng immediately stood upright upon hearing Mrs. Zeng speak, ready to listen to her mother-in-law’s guidance.
"The child is growing up, he can’t eat alone anymore!"
"When you boil eggs for Shouyi, boil one for yourself too. Don’t ever let him think he’s the only one entitled to eat eggs."
"If he gets such an idea, the child will become selfish!"
"Ah?!"
Mrs. Peng was taken aback by Mrs. Zeng’s words and stood there, dumbfounded.
Seeing this, Mrs. Zeng smiled and said, "Just think about it yourself. If you think I’m right, follow my advice; if not, you don’t have to listen to me!"
After saying that, Mrs. Zeng left the kitchen with the dishes.
Mrs. Peng stood in place for quite a while and finally decided to listen to her mother-in-law.
Today, there’s only one egg boiled, it’s too late to boil another. So, the egg shall be split between the two of them.
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After Mrs. Peng left the kitchen with the meal, Mrs. Xiao Li didn’t follow; she remained indoors soothing her crying and fussing baby son.
As a result of her actions, when Yuan Zhaodi returned from the outside where the wind was blowing, there was no food at home.
Upon seeing Yuan Zhaodi slam the door and return, Mrs. Xiao Li didn’t have a pleasant expression.
She blamed the crying and fussing of her precious son on Yuan Zhaodi, believing it was Yuan Zhaodi’s slap that caused her son to be like this.
"Is it because he’s been crying so much that you haven’t even cooked?"
Yuan Zhaodi looked at Mrs. Xiao Li, suppressing her anger as she asked.
"I wanted to cook!"
Mrs. Xiao Li glanced at Yuan Zhaodi with annoyance, "If I go to cook, who’s going to soothe the baby? If his voice gets ruined from crying, who’s responsible for that?"
"I will!"
Yuan Zhaodi stood with her back straight and had a fierce look in her eyes.
Going through this series of changes at home and being taught by her own father, Yuan Zhaodi felt she must make some changes. Just like her father said, they are like little trees that need pruning.
"From now on, you are only responsible for the housework, nothing else is your business!"
"In this house, I call the shots!"
"If you’re not satisfied and want a separation letter or a document for divorce, just say the word!"