Once the initial smoking was done, Su Miaohan adjusted the skewers on the smoking rack according to the meat's color and condition, then built up the fire a little to produce thicker smoke.
When the meat's surface turned dark brown and its texture grew firmer, she brushed it from time to time with an even coating of sauce and seasonings, letting the flavors sink in.
The spicy sauce mingled with the fragrance of the herbs. By the time she finally took the finished meat off the rack, both its color and aroma were irresistible.
Su Miaohan looked it over, then sprinkled some chopped scallions and cilantro over the meat as a garnish, making it more appealing to the eye and adding a fresh note to its flavor.
"All done! Finally! Come and try some in a bit, everyone! It's bound to taste different from all the grilled meat we've had!" Su Miaohan clapped her hands and happily looked up at her teammates.
But as she looked around, Su Miaohan suddenly noticed something seemed off.
"Huh? Where did Lin Aofan go? Has anyone seen him?"
"Hm? I wasn't really paying attention." At her question, Ye Xinglan also glanced around. There was indeed no sign of Lin Aofan. "Huh... looks like he really isn't nearby."
Lu Xiaoxiao shrugged and said dismissively, "He probably went off somewhere to slack off again. Don't bother with him."
Lin Aofan had always been the one who got along least well with everyone in the Pirate Team. After thinking it over, Su Miaohan decided Lu Xiaoxiao's guess made perfect sense and put the matter out of her mind.
"Whatever, forget him! Doctor Xiao, where did you put the fish you caught today? Bring them over so I can clean them. I'll make fish soup for everyone tonight!"