Male Lead's Canon Fodder Wife - Chapter 1048

Chapter 1048: Unintentional Act of Kindness
Before the young woman could say a word, she was interrupted by the middle-aged woman, “Don’t even try to say you wouldn’t mind. No woman likes another sniffing around her man. Stop being a hypocrite—it only makes you look foolish.”

Having said her piece, the woman quickly walked toward the backyard, calling out loudly, “Aiyo, this must be Meijia’s third sister-in-law! So beautiful, ah!”

Lu Jueyu was washing rice when she heard the sudden voice. Turning around, she saw a group of women approaching with bright smiles.

She quickly stood and greeted them, “Hello, sisters-in-law. Hello, Aunties. Just call me Jueyu.”

Her politeness caught them off guard and instantly improved their impression of her. Beautiful women like Lu Jueyu were often expected to act arrogantly. But contrary to their assumptions, she was humble and approachable.

After exchanging greetings, Lu Jueyu said, “Everyone, thank you for coming. I have prepared some scallion pancakes and steamed buns. Please have some before we start working.”

A middle-aged woman hesitated and said, “We have already eaten at home. There is no need to trouble yourself.”

“Auntie, how can that be? You have all taken time out of your busy schedules to help us. Preparing some food for everyone is the least my family can do,” Lu Jueyu said earnestly.

Her words warmed their hearts. Although they said they had eaten, most hadn’t had a proper meal that morning. Preparing a wedding banquet required a lot of energy, and people usually brought their own food when being paid.

Since this was voluntary, they had assumed they’d have to wait until the banquet to eat. Unexpectedly, the Li family had already prepared breakfast for them.

Seeing no one moving, Lu Jueyu smiled and headed to the kitchen. The scallion pancakes and steamed buns had been prepared in her space and brought out after the kitchen was cleaned.

After living in this world for over six months, she had learned how to win people’s hearts. Rather than offering money, food was often more appreciated. To ensure everything went smoothly today, she had prepared plenty to keep everyone full and happy.

When she returned with two bamboo baskets filled with scallion pancakes and steamed buns, everyone was surprised. They hadn’t expected her to prepare such a large amount.

“Sister-in-law, let me help you,” a young girl offered shyly, stepping forward to take one of the baskets.

“Thank you,” Li Jueyu said with a warm smile.

The girl blushed, charmed by her kindness. She was born plain-looking and has a timid personality. Her mother often scolded her for being useless. Today, her mother took her out to work so she could save more food for her brother.

She never thought that one day, a beautiful sister would thank her and be kind to her. Lu Jueyu’s simple gesture made the girl happy for a long time.

If anyone had doubted Pan Meijia’s praise of Lu Jueyu’s cooking, those doubts vanished after tasting the pancakes and buns. Even these simple dishes were exceptionally delicious, raising everyone’s anticipation for the banquet.

Once breakfast was over, the sun was higher in the sky. With six hours left until the banquet, Lu Jueyu efficiently organized tasks—washing rice, vegetables, and fruits, chopping, mincing, and prepping.

Thanks to the coordinated effort, all the ingredients were ready within three hours. Meanwhile, herbal tea was prepared for the men working in the banquet hall.

During a break, Pan Chiyan sipped the tea and exclaimed, “Brother Chenmo, your wife’s skills are incredible. This is the best herbal tea I’ve ever tasted.”

Hearing the praise, Li Chenmo smiled modestly.

“Brother Chiyan flatters me,” he replied, though pride was evident in his tone.

While they chatted, Father Li arrived with Dong Li. Seeing them, Li Chenmo walked over to greet his father.

“Father, you are here,” he said.

“Father,” Dong Li said respectfully when he saw his father.

“Xiao Li, go help your mother in the kitchen. We are almost done here,” Li Chenmo instructed.

“Okay,” Dong Li nodded and headed to the backyard.

Pan Chiyan walked over when he saw them and said, “Uncle Li, my father has been waiting for you. He said he wants to spar with you.”

Father Li chuckled at his words and said, “I have been looking forward to testing his skills. I even brought a chess set.”

Seeing the box, Pan Chiyan laughed and said, “Uncle Li, let’s go. I will take you to my father.”

“Okay!” Father Li readily agreed.

Seeing his father leave without giving him a glance, Li Chenmo smiled helplessly. His father was old and lonely so it was good for him to have more friends.

Not long after, Father Li and Pan Chiyan arrived at the Pan family’s house.

At first, Father Li thought only a few people were there, and he could quietly play chess with his in-law. However, as they stood outside the door, the sound of lively chatter and laughter drifted out.

Hearing this, he turned to Pan Chiyan and said, “Nephew, if there are guests at home, I can just wait in the hall.”

Pan Chiyan smiled and replied while opening the door, “Uncle Li, it’s just my relatives. They arrived a few days ago and came over in the morning.”

Father Li nodded in understanding, knowing it was normal for relatives to stay at the host’s house during such occasions. It’s just that people in the city are indeed different from the villagers.

If it is in a village, even relatives from afar will join in and help prepare the banquet. But these people came over in the morning and no one went to the kitchen to help. It seems that social status is more obvious in cities than in smaller places.

As they entered the house, Pan Chiyan called out, “Father, Uncle Li is here!”

Hearing this, Father Pan walked over with a smile, “In-law, you are finally here. Please, come in.”

Father Li returned the smile and said, “In-law, I brought a chess set with me. We can play a round while waiting.”