Shen Chuwei spoke with a hint of mystery, "Empress, it doesn't matter how it's grilled, as long as it's delicious, that's all that matters."
The Empress, her appetite whetted by the comment, trusted Shen Chuwei knew what she was talking about.
"Then let's have grilled fish for lunch."
Chun Xi watched the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law duo whispering to each other as if they were plotting something terribly important.
Shen Chuwei lifted her chin with an air of righteousness, "Chun Xi, the Empress has decreed we'll have grilled fish for lunch."
Chun Xi's guess was right; indeed, they were plotting a big event, and with the Empress's support, Shen Chuwei began to act unrestrained.
If the Empress wishes to eat it, of course, Chun Xi would have to comply.
The fish, caught from the pond at Xiyun Pavilion by a little rabbit, weighed three taels, had tender flesh, and was perfect for grilling.