#Yuxiang Pork

[ambrosialsyrup]

Part 1: As Your Lover - Headcanons

Warning(s): Gender-neutral reader, OOC?, not proof-read.

Fandom: The Tale of Food

Summary: He loves you. You love him. What more needs to be said?

Notes: Sorry it took so long and thank you for the patience ;-;. I originally planned like one or two paragraphs each but…uhh, oops. I blame my brain. I’ll release the second part next week and after that comes angst. That or whoever my first ask is.

Yuxiang Pork

A truth within the many lies he tells.

A scam artist to the very core of his nonexistent heart. It’s a wonder to many how and why you fell for such a man and a mystery of how you two got together. Do not pay attention to those prying eyes, his Muse, focus on him and only him. Look away from the distractions of reality and indulge yourself with him.

For your smile he’ll present the most wondrous magic tricks. The simple, the complicated, and the ones you love. He’ll do them all. Yuxiang will tell jokes about anything and everything just to hear your laughter. Could you see through them? Aiyaya! He’s really getting too careless now isn’t he? No matter, he’ll tell you a new one and more until he can hear you laugh.

Pet names are an absolute must in his eyes. Coming up with a new one everyday is no task for him but there are some he likes sticking to. Like Darling, Lover, my Muse, my one and only, etc. all of which are meant for you alone.

Affectionate words and quick pecks anywhere on your face are to be expected with him during the day. He’ll steal you away from whoever your attention is aimed towards, now now, what’s that anger for? He’s an awfully jealous man and as your strongest food soul and your lover, it’s only right that he’s given your utmost attention no? Don’t worry, he’ll give you back to them once he’s gotten a hundred kisses from your lips.

At night and behind closed doors you will be able to see him as merely Yuxiang Pork. Not the scam artist and your lover but simply your lover. A kind food soul steeped in lies for the sake of another. That was always the case with him and will continue to be so but this time and forevermore, it’s for you.

~

A card bursted into flames in your hands, not hurting you, as the ash flutters down to the floor of your bedroom. The moon high up in the sky as the only witness to what has and will occur between the two of you tonight. Another trick he had shown, another card you had picked, and another lie you’ve seen through.

He chuckles looking at your expression. Are you mad at him now? You really are interesting, wanting to see his truth when in reality his truth was in you. Even at night his eccentricities and flair are still there, rooted deep in his soul, but with you he’ll be gentler.

Tucking your hair behind your ear, he leans in as close, just enough to whisper these words into your ear.

“I love you, My Muse.”

Laughing as you pushed him slightly back in shock, your face red with embarrassment obviously not expecting him to be so forward all of a sudden. Not after how much time he spent showing you tricks. All to lead to this moment of witnessing your flushed face as he moves in even closer. Your eyes darted elsewhere…now that won’t do.

Gently lifting your chin up to face him with one hand, the other brushing over your ear before making its way behind your head, he smiled softly. A smile unlike the cocky smirk he always wore in front of others as he misled them once again. Something reserved for your eyes alone, like how your eyes are meant for him alone.

Yuxiang Pork leans closer and closer, his lips hovering above yours as his dark blue eyes pierced into your pair. A mischievous yet passionate twinkle in those dark blue depths. Tonight, he’ll hide you away from everyone else, even the moon itself.

“Don’t look away now, My Love, the night has only just begun~”

Dezhou Chicken

Logic in an illogical world.

A romance that occurs primarily behind closed doors. Despite this, everyone saw it coming from a mile away. How his eyes always followed you wherever you went. How his ears would tint with red whenever you teased him. Even Ah-Fu noticed and nudged him towards confessing to you with great embarrassment.

Never have you seen him happier than the day you two became lovers.

He’ll go along with your plans, whatever they may be, as long as they do not cause you harm. Feel free to prank him too, he’ll act like he doesn’t notice, even if it’s dreadfully obvious, and play along with you. As long as you can continue to smile and laugh at him with the pair of eyes he adores. Just be careful of what “punishments” will come after the prank. Oh no, he won’t arrest you…it’ll be a different kind made just for you.

Dezhou sort of nags you like he nags his brother. It’s a habit of his to worry too much about people he loves. He trusts in you and your ability to lead others but please do remember to take care of yourself, My Dear, seeing your happy and healthy is all that he wishes for. And sometimes, you’d have to nag him about his work ethic and strictness. You worry about him and he worries about you…in the end, you two have come to an agreement to always tell the other if they’re pushing themselves too hard.

Pet names are to be said only behind closed doors. He still refers to you as Master out of respect but, “My Dear” is his most common name to use for you when not with company. Old timey it may be but the love and adoration he holds towards you as he says it is eternal.

Fleeting kisses and gentle reminders are what’s shared in the morning. Give him a call and he’ll help you with whatever you need. Be it calculating the total grain that’s come from today’s harvest or simply for another kiss, he’ll gladly do them all (Oh? What are you shying away from now? Did you not think he’d do it?). The morals and rules he follows are stern and true but for you, he’ll give leniency.

Dezhou isn’t too openly affectionate with you, though there have been times where he’s forgotten that another party was there and may or may not have stolen a kiss or two from you. Is he satisfactory? Would you prefer it if it was longer? Or would you like it if he’d not do it at all? If so, he’ll have to do more research and ask around for more advice. Do forgive him if he’s not as romantic as you’d like, he’s still trying to understand what being a good lover means but he’ll do his best to be by your side. Always and forever.

~

Amongst the sea of people, your figure was the only thing he could see. His hand holding yours as you took the lead, pointing to the many different stalls and vendors lined on the street as you maneuvered your way through the crowd. The aroma of freshly cooked street food filled the air along with talks and well wishes for the new year exchanged between people. Some were dressed in red, others gold, but most were dressed in their ordinary winter clothing as the frost of winter did not let down even during celebration.

Children ran to see the “dragons” dance and gleefully laughed whenever one came close to them before hiding behind their caretaker’s leg. Others were playing with friends as their caretakers talked about the year before it was to come to an end. Dezhou Chicken glanced up at the Moon, a full moon, before his gaze returned back to you. Still leading him through the crowd with an excited expression on your face.

Only five minutes left to show him your favorite spot, five minutes until the fireworks are to appear in the sky.

You didn’t appear to be bothered by this notion, your hand still firmly grasping his, as if nothing in the world could stop you. Dezhou smiled softly, following you to wherever you were going to take him as the crowds got thinner and thinner until there were only a few people roaming the area.

And then you stopped. Your hand left his as you turned around to see his reaction. Your footsteps thumped against the wooden boards as he looked around to observe the spot. It was a small bridge not too far away from the festivities but far enough for the noise to be dulled. The scenery was pleasant too, though not clearly visible as it was night, and gave an ideal view of the firework show that was soon to begin.

“It’s a good spot.”

He nodded, finishing his observation of the area just in time as the few people started to count down. Your eyes were glued at the sky, pointing at it as if to say to him to focus on that as the fireworks officially began. With a loud consecutive bang, multiple fireworks leapt into the night sky, filling it with vibrant colors that lit up the dark.

In truth though, Dezhou could not pay attention to any of it. Not when your figure lit up by the fireworks was the only thing in his eyes that he could see, that he loves.

Taking your hand into his, he pulled your attention away from the lights as leaned close to you. So close that you two were only a breath away, lips barely touching. His free hand cupping your cheek, a soft yet playful smile on his face as cool eyes captured your twinkling ones. You can tease him later about this but for this moment in time, let you and him be the only two left in the world.

“Happy New Years My Dear.”

Claypot Rice

A peaceful rest in a meadow.

Should your troubles start to weigh on your shoulders far too much, then lay down and take a rest with him. Sure you two may get in trouble later but for now, focus on the present. Claypot Rice wasn’t sure when you fell for him or what attracted you to him in the first place but he isn’t going to complain. Not when he gets the privilege of tugging you away from tiring duties to recharge with him.

He’s not the best lover you could ever ask for. Claypot Rice knows that, he knows that too well. His laid-back personality and nonchalant demeanor makes it seem more like he’s a close friend rather than a lover. In an effort to make up for that, he reminds you time and time again that yes, he loves you. You chose him and he chose you. Nothing can change that, not even a month’s worth of free delicious food.

However, he is one of the more openly affectionate food souls in this list. The ways in which he loves you is by peppering your face in kisses randomly, hugging you from behind to surprise you, and carrying you away to rest with him. Just grabbing your hand may do for the latter but he wants to put in all the effort possible as your lover. He may not be as strong as the others in Kongsang but he still is a food soul you know?

Pet name wise, it’s usually always “Sweetheart” or “Sweetie” when he’s just woken up. Your name and title has been officially replaced with that nickname to him. Even in the presence of others he’ll still say it but if you really want him to stop, then he guesses a shorter form of your name will do.

Claypot Rice is the same during the morning and the night. There’s really no difference in how he treats you as he doesn’t have anything he wants to hide. Being honest and true with your lover is the most important thing in a relationship besides loyalty (at least that’s what Har-gow told him) and he doesn’t see the point in hiding his love for you.

He’ll cook for you whenever you ask, he’ll lay down with you to cuddle if you’re tired, and he’ll always listen to you no matter what you have to say. Such a peaceful and uneventful love may not catch everyone’s attention, but it's the normal things in life that need to be cherished. Just like how his love for you is something he’ll cherish forever.

~

Once again Claypot Rice had successfully pulled you away from the mountain of duties you have to take a nap with him on the farm. A smile he gave and a hand you took. Taking you away from the shade of the ceiling into the bright sunlight showering the farm. It’s a sunny afternoon, no clouds in sight as he led you to one of the many spots he liked sleeping at. A tree at the corner of the farm offering shade to those underneath its shadow. A quaint place away from the noise of the animals and watchful eyes of the other food souls.

Letting go of your hand, he sat down on the vibrant green grass and patted the spot next to him, an invitation of his that you, once again, accepted. It was silent for a few seconds before he turned to you.

“You’re so energetic Sweetheart, I really don’t know how you do it.”

And it’s true. Claypot Rice truly did not understand how you could do it. A single person managing over a hundred food souls, a restaurant, a farm, and multiple other things that weren’t just on Kongsang. How can anyone, let alone a single person, manage that?

That’s why he’s there to give you a break. A break from your duties, from the expectations around you, from the world itself.

Laying down on the ground and using one arm to pull you down with him, he moved closer. His arms wrapped around your body as you two laid on the soft grass. Eyes staring straight at your own as he moved his arm upwards to brush some dirt off your face. Nothing else in the world mattered at this moment, not when he was peppering your face with kisses. Kissing everywhere on the face until the only spot left was your lips. Claypot Rice smiled.

“I really am the most fortunate person in the world.”

#tale of food #the tale of food #the tale of food x reader #tale of food x reader #~syrup writes #Yuxiang Pork x reader #Dezhou Chicken x reader #Claypot Rice x reader #Yuxiang Pork #Claypot Rice #Dezhou Chicken #my formatting skills still suck #sorry for that #I’ll make proper Headcanons next time #Or until I can figure out a good style of formatting

[rddykilowatt]

Everytime he says this stupid voice line it invokes a primal rage within me, to quote that one user who commented on his character page "I wanna put him in a glass jar and shake it"

#rddytoramble #ttof #tof #yuxiang #yuxiang pork #god it pains me everytime i tag the games full title #the tale of food #tale of food

[thesilliestangel4ever]

꒰ " Coming to me this late at night... Is there something on your mind too? I'm here to listen. " /ᐠ. ｡.ᐟ\ᵐᵉᵒʷˎˊ˗꒱

꒰ G R E E T I N G S , D E A R U S E R ! ♪(๑ᴖ◡ᴖ๑)♪ . . . . ꒱

ᨐฅ I have decided I'd like to try my hand at writing for the tale of food-- it's unfortunately not very popular so there isn't much fan content out there. I'm sure it'll gain more popularity soon though!

ᨐฅ fair warning though, I have not gotten very far into the story so the characters will likely be out of character. I will be writing my interpretations of the characters.

ᨐฅ also I'll only be writing headcanons [ like, bullet pointed hcs! ]

♪ ꒰Here come the characters I'm willing to write for!꒱ [more coming soon..!]

☆ Cat Ear Cookie

☆ Osmanthus Wine

☆ Yuxiang Pork

☆ Dragon Beard Candy

☆ Harbin Fried Pork

☆ Crab in Orange

☆ Har-gow

☆ Hu-Geng

☆ Dumpling

☆ Claypot Rice

꒰ You can expect a masterlist very soon! ꒱

Before you send in a request, please allow me to direct you to my꒰ RULES ! ꒱

꒰requests for the tale of food are currently: open :3꒱

#the tale of food #the tale of food x reader #ttof #ttof x reader #the tale of food headcanons #ttof headcanons #the tale of food x reader headcanons #ttof x reader headcanons #cat ear cookie #osmanthus wine #yuxiang pork #dragon beard candy #harbin fried pork #crab in orange #har-gow #writing ⋆ ˚｡⋆୨୧˚

[thetaleoffood-archive]

#the tale of food #tale of food #yuxiang pork #食物語 #gacha character #gacha art #gacha games #gacha #otome

[angelicapocalypse]

• I Will Hit You… - 😐😑💀 •

#The Tale Of Food #Yuxiang Pork #Other Games #my screenshots

[dream-meister-translations]

THE TALE OF FOOD

YUXIANG PORK - HOOK, LINE, AND SINKER

━

Just when I am about to drift off, Dezhou Chicken bursts in, in a rush, as though he has something urgent to inform me about.

DEZHOU CHICKEN : Master, Master! The Police Division found a Food Demon on the farm. Please check it out. 

MASTER : Huh? I was just about to doze off...

MASTER : What? Did you say...Food Demon? That's a big deal! I'm heading over now!

MASTER : Dezhou, contact Kung Pao Chicken and the others immediately! We'll discuss countermeasures together!

-

DEZHOU CHICKEN : Master? Why do you look so flustered? Did something happen?

MASTER : Dezhou! I thought I asked you to get Kung Pao Chicken and the rest. Why are you back so soon?

MASTER : Why are you asking me what happened? You were the one who...No, wait...

DEZHOU CHICKEN : Huh? I was sorting out documents in the Police Division. I wasn't looking for Master.

MASTER : ...I see. I must have fallen for that guy's trick because I wasn't fully awake yet...

-

YUXIANG PORK : Hehehehe~ You took the bait so obediently after just hearing a few words from me. What a silly and adorable fish~

MASTER : It really was you! Yuxiang Pork!

YUXIANG PORK : Cutie pie, haven't I warned you that you'd suffer if you only focus on the appearance of things? What happened today was just a harmless joke~ Hehe~ Just a joke~

YUXIANG PORK : Gosh, you're getting mad so easily, aren't you? That will only make it more likely to lose your cool and fall for traps~

MASTER : ...

YUXIANG PORK : Oh? I guess cutie pie here is determined to teach me a lesson today~ Bring it on! My arms are open wide for you~

*FIGHT*

MASTER : I won! How do you feel, huh? Yuxiang~ Pork~

YUXIANG PORK : Gosh, I guess I have to admit defeat...Well, baby~ Is it time for punishment now?

YUXIANG PORK : Hehehehe, like hell it is! It's magic time now~

MASTER : Cough! Cough! Cough...The smoke is blocking my sight!

MASTER : Ah, that guy turned into wood! Is this another illusion? Come out, Yuxiang Pork--

#The Tale Of Food #ttof #ttof story #ttof script #Otome #食物语 #食物語 #食物语新马版 #Yuxiang-Pork #Yuxiang Pork soul search #soul search #the tale of food soul search #ttof soul search

[frankenfran]

most infuriating thing ever is how so many people seem to be conveniently blind to most propaganda until literally any video from china gets shared and then suddenly the propaganda understanders have logged in. like yeah the video of laziji being prepared is propaganda for sichuan cuisine. everything ever is propaganda, dipshit. if you applied even a fraction of that critical thinking to western propaganda your head would fucking explode. now shut up and enjoy the sweet and spicy flavour of yuxiang pork.

[cursedcorpse]

Yuxiang eggplant with minced pork

#Currently

[libertys-lovers]

S’more: Ya know, when you said you were magic in bed, I…

S’more: …

S’more: Actually, never mind, this is exactly what I imagined-

Yuxiang Pork: Heh, well don’t sound so disappointed~

Yuxiang Pork: Here…

*Yuxiang Pork reaches behind S’more’s ear*

Yuxiang Pork: Is this your card?

S’more: holy shit…

#suggestive #suggestive humor #self ship #self shipper #self shipping #crush f/o #🃏⛺️campfire games⛺️🃏

[chinesefoodss]

How to Make Authentic Chinese Fish Fragrant shredded pork(Yuxiang Pork Slivers)? Get the recipe here:https://nicechinesefoods.com/?p=689

#chinese food #eat #cooking #recipes #healthy eating #food photography #foodie #food #delicious #healthy food #pork recipes #recipies #recipe #chinesefoods #chinese #beautiful photos #lunch #dinner

[ambrosialsyrup]

A small sneak peak into the now named “As Your Lover” piece. Yuxiang’s section is now completely finished so now it’s up to my attention span to finish everyone else’s. Each food soul on the piece will have two parts. One for more general stuff they like to do and one small writing thing. The one being shown in the photo is the writing thing.

#tale of food #the tale of food #~syrup’s thoughts #Yuxiang Pork #It may not be final though #Depends on my mood #Or when I look back on it and debate my life choices #I may or may not show more small snippets #But now I shall await inspiration

[rddykilowatt]

“Hm. I’m a decent man you know, are you really gonna touch me like that?~”

#istg my poor family #I can’t stop quoting his silly voice lines #AND YES I KICK MY FEET LIKE A MIDDLE SCHOOLER WITH A CRUSH AS I PLAY THIS SILLY TURN BASED RPG HUSBANDO GAME #I WAS NOT LYING WHEN I SAID WATCH ME BECOME A TTOF BLOG #I DOWNLOADED THIS GAME AS A TEEHEE FUNNY HAHA #THIS ISNT FUNNY ANYMORE #ITS ALL I THINK ABOUT HELP #yuxiang #yu xiang #yuxiang pork #ttof #tof #the tale of food #tale of food #rddykilowattart #rddytoramble

[cheri-translates]

[CN] Gavin’s Ski Date (Eng Translation)

🍒 Warning: This post contains detailed spoilers for a date which has not been released in English servers! 🍒

How could I possibly ignore it when you put “Gavin” and “spicy” in the same paragraph 😉

The date begins with MC and Gavin heading to a Snow Mountain Resort by car over the holidays.

I turn the camera towards Gavin and see his smiling profile on the display screen.

MC: You’ve been driving for so long. Are you very tired? You’ve worked hard.

Gavin: It isn’t hard work to be your personal chauffeur.

His eyes not leaving the road in front, his right hand reaches out to hold mine. His warm palm wraps around my fingers.

Gavin: Are you cold?

I smile and shake my head, but he still pulls my hand over to his lips gently and exhales on it. 

His warm breaths encase my fingertips, and even my heart starts to feel a little numb.

MC: I’m going to put this portion into the vlog, or make a separate compilation of Officer Bai’s heartwarming moments.

Gavin: Sure, I’d also like to see it.

Gavin lets out a laugh as he drives into the scenic area.

The weather is cold so MC starts coughing.

Gavin: Are you okay?

Gavin hurriedly pats my back, pressing me into his arms.

MC: … [coughs] I’m fine, I just choked on the cold wind. I’ll be fine in a while.

Gavin: …

I hear something that sounds like gentle laughter.

MC: Are you laughing at me…

Gavin: No. It’s the wind’s fault, so I’m apologizing to you on its behalf.

With a smile in his voice, the cold wind blowing against my back stops in an instant, and I can more clearly feel the warmth emanating from his hug.

I can’t help but laugh.

Gavin: Would you like to sit in the resting area? It’d be warmer. I’ll come look for you after renting the equipment.

MC: You’re going alone?

Even without thinking, I immediately shake my head and grab onto his hand.

MC: I want to go with you.

Gavin looks like he wants to say something, but seeing the resoluteness in my gaze, he smiles and relents. We board the cable car towards the mountain.

MC is incredibly happy to be surrounded by the gorgeous scenery.

The most important thing is that I’m holding the hand of the most important person in the world.

Gavin: What’s wrong?

MC: Hm?

Gavin: You keep holding onto my hand. Are you afraid?

MC: [pouting] Don’t look down on me, this isn’t something to be afraid of~

She starts taking pictures of the scenery and shows them to Gavin. Gavin compliments her photography skills:

Even before Gavin finishes speaking, I take his hand into mine once again, holding it very tightly.

Gavin goes silent. The corners of his lips hook into a smile, and he responds by clasping my fingers tightly.

They finally reach the top of the mountain, and MC is glad that she accompanied Gavin because there’s a lot of equipment to carry.

She also starts to feel uneasy after seeing other newbies struggling to walk with their ski boards.

But when she sees Gavin dressed in all his glory, her feelings of unease vanish.

He’s looking down the mountain for the best path to proceed. He finds a suitable one and smiles. MC swoons for a little while.

Gavin starts teaching her the basics of skiing and MC thinks she gets it.

MC: Gavin, can you go down the slope in one breath?

Gavin: Do you want to see it?

MC: Mm, I want to. I’ve never seen you ski before!

Gavin: Easy.

She watches Gavin ski like a professional and enjoying himself heartily. Thinking it looks simple, she decides to start skiing on her own.

Although she starts off having fun, she soon realises that she’s going faster and faster... and that she doesn’t know how to stop. She sees Gavin skiing towards her from the side.

MC: Gavin get out of the way! Hurry and get out of the way ahhh-

As she awaits her tragic demise, she crashes into Gavin’s arms.

Gavin: I’ve got you. Are you okay? Why did you come down on your own?

Sensing the concern in Gavin’s tone, I hurriedly dispel his worries.

MC: The snow is a huge buffer, so it wouldn’t hurt even if I fall.

She turns back to look at the tracks left by the ski boards and realizes she actually skied quite a distance – she can’t even see her starting point. And she’s really proud of herself.

Gavin: Mm, you’re very talented. But it’s very dangerous…

MC promises that she wouldn’t be so reckless again.

Gavin: But it’s okay. You can have as much fun as you want. With me here, you wouldn’t be in any danger.

Gavin asks why MC wanted to try skiing in the first place. Turns out MC noticed how focused Gavin was when watching a skiing competition, and that he even ordered a lot of magazines related to skiing. Minor also mentioned that Gavin was considering buying skiing equipment.

Gavin: But you don’t have to accommodate to my interests… I’ve told you before. To me, no matter what we do, the most important thing is that you’re here. The most important thing is that you’re happy. So you don’t need to do these things.

Seeing Gavin look conflicted and utterly solemn while saying this, MC doesn’t know whether to laugh or cry.

MC: Of course I need to!

I lift my hand so he can clearly see my most genuine emotions.

MC: Why is it that after all this time, you still haven’t understood...

MC: To me, no matter what we do, the most important thing is that you’re happy. To me, your smile is even more dazzling. Your happiness is equivalent to twice my happiness!

MC: I want to accompany you to do the things you want to do. I want to accomplish your hopes for the future together with you… This is what I want to do, and it’s what brings me most happiness!

Gavin’s conflicted expression turns into surprise. He looks at MC while wanting to avoid her gaze at the same time.

I close the distance between us, stepping through the snow on the snowboards with slight difficulty. I lift my head and give him a light peck on the chin.

Gavin: [quick inhale of breath]

Gavin asks if MC wants to continue with skiing or do anything else.

Gavin: [laughs] I’ve never been happier than right now.

[Note: Included his voice clip in the link above to enhance your reading pleasure with his happy voice]

MC finally gets the hang of skiing after an afternoon of practice, but she’s still having difficulty turning.

Gavin is gorgeous and cool so he unintentionally attracts the attention of a number of people nearby who start cheering and clapping for him. Some people even stop to watch him ski.

Gavin: Are you tired?

MC: Not at all! Gavin, I managed to maintain my balance and haven’t fallen for half an hour!

Gavin: Mm, I’ve seen it. You can make turns already.

MC: …not really. It wasn’t an actual turn, the snowboard just went out of control.

Gavin lets out a laugh and looks towards the dipping sun.

Gavin: It’s no problem, you’ll get it after a few more tries. But it’s getting late, so we should head back.

MC: Mm.

Her legs are numb from the strenuous activity so Gavin casually carries her on his back <3

I’m not a small child, how could I let someone carry me like this…

I lower my head in slight embarrassment and press my head onto the back of Gavin’s neck. My breath mingles with his unique scent. Without realizing it, the corners of my lips lift.

Gavin: What’s making you so happy?

MC: Hm?

Gavin: You’re smiling.

MC: I’m not! You can’t even see me…

Gavin: I can feel it.

MC: You’re smiling too, aren’t you? Even though I can’t see it, I can feel it.

Gavin: [laughs] Mm.

They finally reach the car.

As though it’s a natural thing, Sweetheart Gavin removes her snow boots and sweat-drenched socks before taking out new ones from his bag. MC is touched by how prepared he is.

MC: Gavin, your hands are very cold.

Gavin: Sorry, I…

While he’s speaking, I’ve already reached out to take both his hands in mine, bringing them into my arms.

My slender fingers and small palms obviously cannot cover his large hands entirely.

MC: Even though my hands are small, I can still warm you up.

Gavin doesn’t say a word, but he gives me a nice smile.

I rub his hands gently with my fingers. He leans forward, tugging on his cotton coat to cover us both.

MC: You’re not cold?

Gavin: I’m fine.

Just then, I hear the sound of a growling stomach.

Gavin: …we should head back.

I bury my head in his shoulder and let out a laugh, then take my bag from the seat. Under Gavin’s stare, I retrieve a thermal lunchbox.

The lunchbox contains Yuxiang shredded pork and stir-fried chicken gizzard. She also takes out a thermal flask with hot ginger tea.

Gavin: Why didn’t I… know you prepared these?

MC: I prepared it while you were renting the car. I can’t always let you be the only one busying yourself. Try it? I specially asked the chef to follow your favourite tastes, even though they are pretty homely…

I take out a pair of chopsticks from the lunchbox. After picking up some dishes with the chopsticks, I bring them to Gavin’s mouth. He chews for a while before revealing an unexpected expression:

Gavin: It’s delicious.

Hearing such a satisfactory answer, I hand the lunchbox over to him so he can concentrate on eating. While doing so, I retrieve a travel journal from my bag.

After finding a comfortable position to lean against Gavin, I start planning for the remainder of our trip.

MC: Day 3, skiing, done! This way, we can spend the next two days viewing the scenery~

If the weather remains this good, the view of the Grand Canyon would definitely be amazing.

Gavin turns his head to look at the travel journal, then feeds me a piece of chicken gizzard.  

Gavin: The Grand Canyon… was where I wanted to go. If you want to go to the town to walk around or to shop, it’s fine as well.

MC: Since you want to go, of course we’d go – sssss, it’s so spicy!

Gavin: Is it very spicy?

I nod, sticking out my tongue and gulping a few breaths, wanting to relieve the pain from the stimulation caused by the spiciness.

Gavin turns and leans towards me, his breath gradually coming closer until my cheeks feel their warmth.

His rough fingertips touch my lips, which have become slightly reddened from the spice. In a second, I can’t tell what is stimulating my senses...

I can only feel the weightlessness caused by my consciousness sinking along with the darkness around me.

After a brief rub, he chuckles against my lips.

Gavin: Is it still spicy?

In the dark space, I can feel the warmth of his breaths. I shake my head.

His fingertips brush my lips lightly, and he lifts the long hair that had blocked my vision.

Gavin: MC, you’re really not giving me a chance to accommodate to your wishes?

MC: [blushing] Not even one. You’re always accommodating to what I want. It’s so overbearing.

The sky has turned dark. I hear every single one of Gavin’s breaths, and feel their warmth on my cheek and the side of my neck.

He holds me in an embrace, and his low voice is mixed with his warmth and smile.

Gavin: Then I will make a correction now. Cancel our original plans for tonight... from this moment onwards, follow all of my commands.

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Sichuan Food in China (Mira)

China has one of, if not the, most diverse cuisines in the world. Being so long-established, it has had over three centuries to form, develop, and truly perfect its fare. China’s massive geographical size-- more of a continent than that of a county-- has additionally lent itself to the proliferation of new regional cuisines, as it encompasses a variety of different climates and microclimates. These different regions are each capable of growing and cultivating different crop species that are in turn used to create special regional dishes.

The Sichuan province is located in western China and borders eight other Chinese provinces, including Tibet. The mountainous topography of the region has shaped the profile of Sichuan food. In the lower regions, rice and vegetables are grown while the higher elevation areas boast numerous herbs and fungi. Due to its warm and humid climate, Chinese herbalists advocated for the consumption of spicy foods. Thus the narrative of the “fiery” Sichuan food we are all familiar with was born. But Sichuan cuisine is so much more than just heat, it is incredibly sophisticated and deeply complex.

The diversity of Sichuan cooking is endless, however there are several essential elements common to most dishes. Starting with ingredients, you have the aromatics: garlic, ginger, green onion, star anise, and red chili pepper. The aromatics are meant to sensorly arouse the diner, and form the base of almost every asian-inspired stir-fry. The aromatics are usually briefly cooked in the wok before the incorporation of the meat, sauce and/or vegetables that usually follows. The pre-cooking draws out the deep flavor and the aromas of the ingredients. Next there is doubanjiang, a chili-bean paste that is sometimes referred to as the “heart of Sichuan cooking.” It has a deep umami flavor, complimented by a spiciness that is referred to as “la” (辣) in Chinese cooking. Doubanjiang is often cooked with pork, the most common type of meat used in Sichuan food. Last but not least, there are the Sichuan peppercorns. This spice produce an incredible numbing effect when ingested, known as “ma” (麻), due to the presence of a chemical called hydroxy-alpha sanshool. The “ma” of the peppercorns combined with the “la” of the chili peppers, produces the “ma-la” effect, a numbing and intensely spicy sensation. Mala is one of the three main flavor profiles of Sichuan food, the other two being Yuxiang (鱼香) and Guaiwei    (怪味). Yuxiang dishes, also known as “fish fragrant,” often contain vinegar, sugar, and doubanjiang. Guaiwei, or “strange taste,” food often combines the previous two flavor profiles and adds sour elements, such as lemon juice or dark Chinese rice vinegar. These profiles are crafted from seven basic flavors: sour, bitter, pungent, sweet, aromatic, hot, and salty. All of these flavors are all represented in the three main flavor profiles in varying amounts. Yet, with all of these complex and bold flavors, Sichuan cuisine still manages to find a striking balance. The heat of the chilies and tingling of the Sichuan peppercorns does not overpower the dish, but instead heightens ones senses to create a more intense dining experience.

Though the list of Sichuan and Sichuan-inspired dishes is limitless, there are a few popular dishes that even individuals in the West may be familiar with. Mapo Tofu (麻婆豆腐) is probably one of the most well-known Sichuan dishes. It is composed of an intense mala-flavored sauce with doubanjiang and ground pork, with chunks of silken tofu mixed into it. The intensely hot sauce combined with the cool and mild tofu works to create a balanced effect. Though American versions of Sichuan staples often lack the punch that mainland Chinese cuisine entails, I attempted to make mapo tofu at home. Through my personal cooking experience, I learned just how brilliantly well-rounded these dishes really are.

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TALE OF FOOD MASTERLIST 

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MAIN STORY

PROLOGUE

CHAPTER 1

FOOD SOULS

BEGGAR'S CHICKEN

BRAISED PORK HOCK

BUDDHA'S TEMPTATION

CABBAGE BLOSSOM

CHILI OIL CHICKEN

DINGHU'S VEGGIE

DONGPO PORK

DOUZHI

EEL NOODLE SOUP

EIGHT TRIGRAM SOUP

FOUR-JOY MEATBALLS

FULI CHICKEN

HANGZHOU NOODLES

HARBIN FRIED PORK

KUNG PAO CHICKEN

LAMB PAOMO

MAPO TOFU

OYSTER OMLETTE

RED DAUGHTER WINE

RICE DUMPLING

SPICY DICED CHICKEN

SQUIRREL FISH

SWEET 'N SOUR PORK

TA-A-MI

YANZHOU RICE

YUXIANG PORK

EVENTS

SPRING NIMBUS

MOONLIT CONFESSION

AZURE HORIZONS

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