Chapter 239 (continued)

Mi Yao readily agreed, "Yes, the technicians said that pollinating different varieties of durian can improve the fruit set rate, resulting in sweeter durians with a higher flesh content. When we checked, it was indeed true, so we planted a few more trees."

Qing Mengzhu touched the durian tree. "We should also introduce different types of durians when we have the chance."

Mi Yao: "I know some fruit farmers, would you like me to introduce them to you?"

Qing Mengzhu smiled and said, "Thank you for your help."

Mi Yao sent Qing Mengzhu several fruit farmers' WeChat in one go, and watched as Qing Mengzhu added them all before leading them back to the kitchen.

Before Qing Mengzhu even approached the kitchen, she could smell a rich aroma.

The unique aroma of meat wafted in waves, completely whetting his appetite, and he couldn't help but tighten his grip on Ming Chunxi's hand.

Ming Chunxi returned the handshake.

Mi Yao's loud voice rang out. "Old Ma, is the roast goose ready yet?"

A strong, resonant voice came from the kitchen. "Alright! You've come at the perfect time. Just tidy up a bit and we can eat."

Mi Yao had a lot of people on his side; besides Qing Mengzhu and Ming Chunxi, he also called a few other people over.

Soon, everyone gathered in the kitchen to prepare for dinner.

Besides goose and meat, there was also wine on the table, which was Mi Yao's homemade sweet potato liquor.

Qing Mengzhu took a small sip and was so overwhelmed by the bitter and strong liquor that he almost shivered. Ming Chunxi patted his leg under the table, silently comforting him.

Mi Yao laughed heartily and said that this was the kind of wine they drank here, and that most people wouldn't be used to it. He then Qing Mengzhu and the others to eat roast goose and even kindly served each of them a roast goose leg using serving chopsticks.

Qing Mengzhu picked up a roast goose leg and took a bite, and was instantly amazed.

The roast goose has a golden, crispy skin that is very fragrant. The thin layer of fat clinging to the skin adds a unique richness and flavor. The crispy skin and tender goose fat complement each other, creating a wonderful taste.

After tasting the goose skin, the goose meat underneath is tender, fragrant, juicy, and flavorful, with a texture and taste that are just as good as the goose skin.

Qing Mengzhu tasted it, and her eyes lit up again.

A typical roast goose has delicious skin, but the meat is often a bit dry.

Mi Yao and his friends made a completely different roast goose; the goose meat was not only not dry, but also had a rare sweetness.

These free-range geese, raised grazing in the orchard, taste absolutely amazing.

Most importantly, the roast goose was still hot, so the taste was completely different from when it was cold.

Qing Mengzhu glanced at Ming Chunxi and gestured with her eyes, "Eat more if you like it."

Ming Chunxi smiled and took a bite of the goose meat.

Seeing Qing Mengzhu's expression, Mi Yao knew he liked the roast goose and said enthusiastically, "Eat more! It's delicious dipped in plum sauce or gravy."

Plum sauce is an essential sauce for roast goose in the area. As for the meat juice, it is collected by the chef after roasting the goose, cutting it open and collecting the juice from inside the goose.

The gravy concentrates the flavor of goose meat, carrying the aroma of goose fat. After being further concentrated and processed by the chef, it is also excellent for dipping goose meat, creating a wonderful sensation of the original broth complementing the original food.

Qing Mengzhu likes both sauces.

Qing Mengzhu: "Your roast goose is delicious."

Mi Yao: "Right? Take two back with you when you go back later."

Qing Mengzhu: "We won't bring the roast goose. We have geese where we're from. I'll have someone come over and exchange roast goose techniques with Brother Ma, okay?"

Old Ma readily agreed, "Why not? Everyone here can do it. Just send someone over, and I'll tell you everything I know."

Qing Mengzhu laughed at Old Ma and said, "Brother Ma, you're so generous!"

Qing Mengzhu and Ming Chunxi finished their meal, Mi Yao personally escorted them to the outside of the orchard and asked them, "When are you going back to Vine City?"

Qing Mengzhu: "We need to clean the orchard again tomorrow, the day after tomorrow."

Mi Yao: "Then I wish you a safe journey. If you need anything, just call me anytime. I'm here year-round and will be there whenever you need me."

Qing Mengzhu smiled and thanked her, "I've got it. If you have any problems with your orchard later, you can contact me directly. If you can't get through on the phone, just leave me a message, and I'll get back to you when I see it."

Mi Yao said happily, "Great! We can exchange news when we have time."

Qing Mengzhu thought it would be at least some time before she could see Mi Yao.

To their surprise, the very next morning, as soon as they got up, they saw Mi Yao carrying mushrooms.

Mi Yao, carrying a large bag of termite mushrooms, said, "Mengzhu, Chunxi, try our lychee mushrooms."

Lychee mushrooms are a type of termite mushroom. Qing Mengzhu looked at the termite mushrooms that hadn't yet opened their caps and asked in surprise, "They're so fresh! Where did you pick them? In the orchard?"

Mi Yao: "Yes! After every typhoon, lychee fungi grow particularly easily in the lychee orchards. The technician said it's because the humidity is high after a typhoon, which makes it easier for fungi to grow. I had a feeling there were some yesterday, and when I got up in the middle of the night to check, there were indeed many lychee fungi in the orchard, so I picked some for you."

Qing Mengzhu reached out and touched the plump, thick termite mushroom. "It seems your lychee orchard has quite a few termites."

Mi Yao: "We cut down so many trees every year, it's unavoidable. Anyway, with more frequent maintenance, termites don't really affect us. In fact, we get to eat lychee fungi every year, so it's not a loss."

Mi Yao personally brought over the lychee fungus, Qing Mengzhu, not wanting to refuse, accepted it.

Qing Mengzhu invited the other party to stay for breakfast, but Mi Yao declined.

Mi Yao said, "I made plans with my friends to go fishing at sea later, I have to go now."

Qing Mengzhu glanced at the gloomy sky outside and asked in surprise, "Now? Wouldn't it be risky to go out to sea now?"

Mi Yao: "It's okay. I checked the weather forecast and called to ask. The wind has stopped, so we can go out to sea."

Qing Mengzhu was surprised to find that he was also a fisherman. "Looks like you guys really love fishing, Brother Mi."

Mi Yao: "Haha, actually not really. It's just that we finally made it through the typhoon, so we need to have a good meal. Plus, now that the typhoon is over, it's the perfect time for fishing. If we don't go fishing now, it won't be as good in a few days."

This was the first time Qing Mengzhu had heard of this saying, and she couldn't help but ask, "Why is it okay to fish after a typhoon?"

Mi Yao: "The typhoon is blowing hard, and the sea is swaying. Some deep-sea fish are afraid of typhoons, so they will hide in the near sea, making it easier for us to catch them when we go fishing."

At this point, Mi Yao invited, "Mengzhu, why don't you guys go fishing too? We know a spot for humpback bass, also known as grouper. These fish are delicious, and you can't usually buy them even if you have the money."

When Qing Mengzhu first came to the orchard, he wanted to go out and have some fun, but then he got busy and forgot about it. Now that he heard about it, he's actually quite tempted.

He exchanged a glance with Ming Chunxi. "Sea fishing, huh? It looks just as fun as snorkeling. It's a hidden gem among the locals. Maybe we can really catch some unique fish."

Ming Chunxi nodded, indicating that it was fine to postpone returning by one day. She would go out and have fun today and then take care of the orchard matters tomorrow.

Qing Mengzhu said to Mi Yao, "Brother Mi, when are you guys meeting up? We need to go buy two fishing rods first."

Mi Yao: "No need to buy them. I'll ask around and get you a couple. We fish regularly, we have plenty of fishing rods."

Qing Mengzhu was a little excited. "Thanks. Is there anything special about the bait? Or should I dig some earthworms over so we can all use them?"

Mi Yao: "We don't need earthworms, we'll use commercial bait. Just the two of you coming over."

Qing Mengzhu thought for a moment and said, "Let's dig up some earthworms. The earthworms from my house are very useful; everyone who has used them says they're great."

Mi Yao thought he was embarrassed to just use other people's things and wanted to bring something with him, so she agreed, "Then hurry up, we need to set sail around seven o'clock."

Qing Mengzhu: "Okay, let's go dig now."

Mi Yao: "I also need to go home to get some things. I'll send you the meeting address. Shall we meet at the pier?"