二、厨房趣味

Stirring Up Love in the Kitchen

In a cozy apartment kitchen, Ou Lexian and He Weijie were about to embark on a culinary adventure together. The sun was streaming in through the window, casting a warm glow over the countertops and the array of ingredients laid out before them.

He Weijie, with a determined look on his face, picked up a shiny red bell pepper and began to rinse it under the faucet. "I think we should make a stir-fry today. It's healthy and delicious," he said, his voice filled with enthusiasm.

Ou Lexian, who was usually the one in control in the business world, found himself a bit out of his element in the kitchen. But he was more than willing to give it a try, especially since it was an opportunity to spend time with He Weijie. "Sounds good to me. But you'll have to show me what to do. I'm not much of a cook," he admitted with a sheepish grin.

He Weijie chuckled. "Don't worry. It's not that hard. First, we need to cut these vegetables into uniform pieces." He demonstrated by skillfully slicing the bell pepper into thin strips.

Ou Lexian watched intently and then picked up a carrot. He held it a bit awkwardly but managed to start cutting. His slices were a bit uneven, but He Weijie praised his effort. "Not bad for a beginner. You'll get the hang of it."

As they continued preparing the vegetables, their hands occasionally brushed against each other. Each touch sent a small jolt of electricity through them, and they couldn't help but steal glances at one another.

Next, it was time to deal with the chicken. He Weijie showed Ou Lexian how to season it with a mixture of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. Ou Lexian carefully followed his instructions, his brow furrowed in concentration.

When it came to actually cooking, He Weijie heated up a wok and added a bit of oil. The oil sizzled, and he tossed in the chicken first. The aroma of the cooking chicken filled the air, making their mouths water.

Ou Lexian watched in amazement as He Weijie expertly stirred the chicken, ensuring it cooked evenly. "You're really good at this," he said, admiration in his voice.

He Weijie blushed slightly. "I've had a bit of practice. Now, we add the vegetables." He carefully added the sliced bell peppers, carrots, and some broccoli florets to the wok.

The two of them stood side by side, using their spatulas to stir the ingredients together. The kitchen was filled with the sounds of sizzling and their light chatter.

As the stir-fry neared completion, He Weijie tasted a bit and added a pinch of salt and a dash of pepper. "Perfect," he declared.

They dished up the stir-fry onto two plates and carried them to the dining table. As they sat down to eat, Ou Lexian took a bite and was pleasantly surprised. "This is amazing. I never thought I could make something so delicious."

He Weijie smiled. "It was a team effort. And it was fun, wasn't it?"

Ou Lexian reached across the table and took He Weijie's hand. "It was more than fun. I love spending time with you, no matter what we're doing."

He Weijie's heart fluttered at his words. "Me too. Maybe we should make cooking together a regular thing."

From that day on, the kitchen became a special place for Ou Lexian and He Weijie. It was where they not only created delicious meals but also deepened their love and connection, one stir-fry at a time.