With Xili there, the dinner had been not only lavish but also very much to Kallen's taste.
The maid's ability to remain by Kallen's side, even following him to the Funeral Society after he moved, certainly came down to more than just her big bottom.
She could learn new dishes by watching Kallen cook and prepare afternoon tea to Puer's satisfaction. That in itself was an effort beyond her "maid's duty."
It was precisely because of that effort that her family had been saved by Alfred on the bloody night targeting purple-haired people.
At the dinner table, Kallen enjoyed his meal immensely. The Crucian Carp and Tofu Soup, in particular, left him thoroughly satisfied.
The fish broth was as creamy white as milk, sprinkled with chopped scallions and cilantro. A few drops of aromatic vinegar before drinking made it delicious enough to wash away the fatigue of rushing home.
Of course, Xili had brought the tofu from home. Kallen made some food supplies himself, such as lard, aromatic vinegar, and oyster sauce. He could also make century eggs, tofu, and tofu skin, but after he made something once, Xili could generally reproduce it. With a little feedback from Kallen, she could basically make it taste just like his own handiwork. After all, Kallen was no professional at this himself.
Neo had once teased Kallen for not understanding the joy of pursuing pleasure. But to Kallen, being able to eat those familiar flavors in his own little nest in this world, surrounded by familiar tastes, was an immense pleasure in itself.
"Kallen, here, try this."
Madam Tang Li picked up some cold-dressed vegetables with the serving chopsticks and placed them on the plate in front of Kallen.
Just how far did his grandmother's fondness for her grandson go? After seeing Kallen