Bona Fide Wealth

Su Jing barely noticed the heat rising from the grill. With one hand occupied copying Gu Zi's barbecuing technique, she had already devoured four or five skewers.

The golden, glistening pork belly and crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside chicken drumsticks were so delicious that Su Jing found herself at a loss for words.

Suddenly struck by inspiration, she dropped everything and dashed into the house.

Gu Zi glanced after her but didn't bother asking. The kids were devouring the skewers as fast as they came off the grill, and if Su Bing hadn't stepped in to help, Gu Zi would've been completely overwhelmed.

Before long, the rich aroma of grilled meat filled the Su family courtyard. A gust of wind carried the scent farther, drawing curious glances from passersby—children and adults alike—who couldn't help but steal envious looks through the Su family's gates, swallowing their drool.