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remma3760 · 3 months ago

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Consequences

Chapter 20

Summary:

Lan Wangji and Wei Wuxian get used to being parents, while the other sects begin to arrive for the guest lectures.

So, the Lan have invented baby formula. Go Lans! This chapter is again quite short as I just wanted to set up the lecture arc.

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Lan Wangji accepted the small bottles with a nod of thanks.

"Lan Zhan, is that breakfast?"

"It is A-Yuan's breakfast."

"Oh, good, he was beginning to fuss."

Wei Wuxian accepted one of the bottles and offered it to the baby cradled in his arms. Lan Yuan made a gurgle of delight before latching on and sucking greedily.

"Oh you like that, don't you Boabao? Is that tasty? Lan Zhan, what even is this we're feeding our son? I mean, every day, they bring us bottles and we give them to him, but where does it come from?"

"The healers developed this formula when Xingzhang was born. It holds all the nutrients necessary for an infant to thrive."

"Aww, they made it for you and Tangge, and now our son gets the benefit. That's so sweet."

"Mn."

There was a knock on the door as Lan Qiren and Lan Xichen entered, the latter carrying a tray.

Lan Qiren immediately went to Wei Wuxian to gaze down at his grandson. "I thought we might eat breakfast together. How is my grandson."

"Happy as always at seeing his Yeye. Do you want to hold him A-Die?"

Lan Qiren did. he accepted the child gratefully, rocking him gently. "We will need to send an announcement of his birth. It will be a surprise to many that you have chosen to adopt so soon after your marriage."

"A-Die, we can't say where he came from. If Wen Ruohan found out he might try to take him, or hurt him."

"No-one will be taking our little Yuan, Wuxian. We will simply say that he was recently orphaned."

"Tradition." Lan Wangji declared.

"Lan Zhan?"

"Baoshen Sanren adopted Wei Ying's mother. Shufu adopted Wei Ying. We have adopted Lan Yuan. A family tradition."

Lan Qiren huffed. "Indeed. That might even be the best explanation. Keep it brief. No need to give details."

"Mn."

"Shufu, will we need to explain about Wuxian's core injury?"

"No, Xichen. I have consulted with Baoshen Sanren, and we both feel that it would be unwise. The poison was distinctive, and should word reach Wen Ruohan, he might realise how Wuxian was injured. He would not be happy if he suspected that Wangji and Wuxian had been night hunting in Qishan."

"Do I have to keep it a secret from our friends A-Die? They'll be arriving for the lectures soon and they will know something has happened."

"That won't be necessary. You can confide in those you trust, but in general, it might be better to let those coming believe that you are not participating in the lectures yourself as you are needed to care for A-Yuan."

"Okay, I can do that. It's mostly true, anyway. One of us would have had to stay with him even if I hadn't have been hurt. Isn't that right Boabao? You need all the attention, don't you? Or should we put you in the bunny field and let them take care of you? "Wei Wuxian tickled Lan Yuan's feet as he squirmed and giggled happily."

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"Wen Ruohan is becoming a nuisance. Something must be done." Baoshen Sanren was frowning. She hated the idea of being sucked back into cultivation politics, but now her family was involved.

"I agree." Lan Qiren looked to the room's other occupants as both Lan Xichen and Lan Yi nodded.

"Shufu, I agree that his treatment of his people is alarming, but he is yet to attack any other sect. Do we have the right to interfere in the internal affairs of the Wen?"

"Xichen, have you forgotten that he tried to harm, even kill, Nie Jiahao? Were it not for your brother, he might have succeeded."

Baoshen Sanren was confused. "Wait, why don't I know anything about this?"

"Apologies. It was many years ago and is not widely known. Wen Ruohan summoned Nie Jiahao to Nightless City, and when he found out I was visiting the Unclean Realm with my boys, he demanded that Wangji and Wuxian be brought to him too so that he might meet them. I'm sure I told you of that, did I not?"

"You told me that Wen Ruohan had taken an interest in my grandson. I do not recall any mention of a murder attempt."

"Ah, well. It was all very strange. Wen Ruohan had some bee in his bonnet about Nie Jiahao's saber being bigger than his saber, so he wanted to examine it."

Boashen Sanren and Lan Yi roared with laughter, as Lan Qiren just looked at them, perplexed. "Why are you laughing? Nie Jiahao and Nie Min laughed too when we discussed comparing sabres, but why? What's funny? Xichen, have I missed something?"

Lan Xichen was as bemused as his uncle. "I don't believe so, Shufu."

Baoshen Sanren howled, slapping her thigh. "Oh Qiren, I do like you. Sorry, sorry, I didn't mean to interrupt. Please, continue."

Shaking his head, Lan Qiren did. "So, Wen Ruohan slapped Nie Jiahao's saber, oh what now? How is that so funny?"

Baoshen Sanren was hiccuping and wiping her eyes. "I really don't think I can explain, Qiren. Just know that it is." Baoshen Sanren really was being ridiculous, and Lan Yi wasn't much better. Lan Qiren would ignore them.

"As I said, Wen Ruohan slapped Nie Jiahao's saber - do not laugh Baoshen Sanren - and when he did so, Wangji heard her cry out in pain."

Lan Yi gasped. "Wangji heard that? I knew his ear was greatly enhanced, but that is remarkable, especially as he was still a child. I take it the saber had been damaged?"

"It had. Nie Jiahao called in his weapons master as soon as we returned to the Unclean Realm. It was confirmed that there was damage that could have proved fatal had Nie Jiahao used his saber during a night hunt."

"But why was this kept quiet? Surely the other sects should have been told?"

"Which other sects, Sanren? The Jin? The Jiang? Who could we trust with that information? Also, should Wen Ruohan have discovered that he failed due to Wangji's interference, it could have put Wangji at risk."

Baoshen Sanren looked grave. "And that is the problem we still have. Who can we trust, besides the Nie? Who can we count on if we decide to go against Wen Ruohan?"

She was right, of course. Lan Qiren knew that. He also knew that something would have to be done. It was a dilemma.

***

"Ah, Lan Zhan, your Wei Ying and your A-Yuan are going to miss you so much, aren't we, Baobao?" Lan Yuan gurgled his agreement.

"Mn. I will miss Wei Ying and A-Yuan also."

"Lan Zhan, I hate not having my core."

"Mn."

"Still, if it had to happen, this is the best time for it. It's not like we could have gone anywhere or done anything for the next few months, anyway. Not with the guest lectures starting and looking after A-Yuan."

"Mn."

"And it's not like I'll be alone. You'll be here every night, and Nie Huaisang and Jin Zixuan and Tangge and A-Die will come and see me almost every day. Laolao is here too, and Nainai."

"Mn. Wei Ying will not be lonely."

"I won't be, I know. Still, I wish you could stay here with us."

"One of us must be present."

"I know. You'll come and eat lunch here?"

"I will."

"And you'll invite our friends to come for tea?"

"I will."

"Ah, I'm going to be so bored without my Lan Zhan to keep me company."

"Wei Ying will not be bored. Wei Ying will have fun discussing his compass of evil with Laolao."

"Yes! She said she'd be here after breakfast. I'm so glad she decided to stay with us for awhile. And now Nainai is here too. I know you've enjoyed working on your music with her."

"Mn, she is proficient."

"And I know how much Tangge appreciates her help. Now that the Elders have agreed that he should officially take over as sect leader on his twenty-first birthday, her advice will be invaluable."

"Mn. She has promised to spend time with him to talk about her own experiences as sect leader. Xiongzhang is most grateful."

Wei Wuxian looked pensive. "Lan Zhan, I wanted to ask Jiang Yanli to come for tea with our other friends, but what should we do about Jiang Cheng? We can't just not ask him when all the other sect heirs and his sister will be invited. It would be an insult."

"If Wei Ying does not wish to meet with Jiang Cheng, then he need not."

"No, I just don't know. I remember we were friends when I was still at Lotus Pier, but he barely spoke at the wedding, so I just don't know how he will act."

"Wei Ying will not be alone in his presence. I will not allow him to insult Wei Ying."

"I know. And Jin Zixuan and Nie Huaisang will be there along with you and Jiang Yanli. It should be fine."

"Shufu has asked that we also include Qin Su."

"Has he now. So will Tangge be attending?"

"He may when he is available."

"Hm. Well, I have no problem with Qin Su. She seems like a sweet girl. I'm sure she'll fit right in."

"Mn. Wei Ying, I must go. Shufu has asked that I be available to greet guests and assist should any problems arise."

"Okay. A-Yuan, say bye bye to A-Die." Wei Wuxian waved Lan Yuan's little arm at Lan Wangji. "See you at lunch. Go be friendly."

"Mn."

***

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hasolemar · 7 years ago

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O dia era especial. Ligámos a marcar. “Não aceitamos reservas”. OK. Vamos cedo. À turista. Às 19:05 já lá estávamos, com os sensores apurados e prontos para a viagem.

O restaurante, com uma localização privilegiada, tem várias áreas distintas: uma esplanada, um bar, uma sala, um pátio e (uma sempre interessante) cozinha “à vista”. Ficámos na sala maior, onde desde logo percebemos o excelente ambiente que se vive no restaurante que conjuga na perfeição o som proviniente da cozinha, a música ambiente, a simpatia dos funcionários, e as conversas de quem saboreia os petiscos.

Gostamos de pedir conselhos. Gostamos que os empregados sugiram opções e que nos ajudem a navegar pelo (extenso, neste caso) menu. Assim foi, e a senhora que nos serviu aconselhou-nos, com grande simpatia, a escolher uma entrada, uma sopa e um caril, indicando ainda quais os seus favoritos. Escolhas feitas, tudo para dividir, sensores alerta, vamos a isso!

Antes da comidinha, dois destaques. A decoração, com muito bom gosto. E o cuidado na elaboração dos menus (bebidas e pratos), que apesar de extensos são únicos e muito bem elaborados (a vários níveis).

Começámos a preparar a boca com uma entrada – Sortido de Dim Sum. Duas variedades de dim sum, uma melhor que a outra, mas ambas muito bem conseguidas. O início foi prometedor ainda que não arrebatador.

Sortido de Dim Sum

De seguida partilhámos uma deliciosa Sopa de Caril da Malásia com Marisco e Noodles de Ovo, que nos deixou as papilas gustativas em êxtase total. Não nos parece necessário extender a descrição pois é um prato obrigatório quando lá forem… Ah, e partilhem! Não porque não seríamos capazes de a comer até à última gota, mas porque convém deixar um espacinho para provar outras iguarias.

Sopa de Caril da Malásia com Marisco e Noodles de Ovo

Para prato principal, optámos pelo Japchae (Noodle Coreano de Batata doce com carne de vaca). Legumes estaladiços, carne super tenra e noodles de chorar por mais. Combinação e execução perfeitas!

Japchae, Noodle Coreano de Batata doce com carne de vaca

Por fim, e como não podia deixar de ser, a sobremesa! Escolhemos o Carpaccio de Ananás com Loempia de Chocolate e baunilha. A junção de sabores faz sentir coisas boas na boca! Não conhecíamos estas loempias, mas ficámos fãs! O único ponto a rever seria o açúcar no carpaccio de ananás, que achámos um pouco doce demais.

Carpaccio de Ananás com Loempia de Chocolate e baunilha

Nota final para as bebidas. Escolhemos dois cocktails – Kham Mai Tai e o cocktail do dia (com lichias e vodka) que estava muito bem preparados e foram suficientes para toda a refeição. Ficou debaixo de olho o cheiro fumado que o Old Thoughts deixava no ar. Para a próxima. Talvez faltem mais e melhores opções de vinho, mas sendo um restaurante asiático não é grave.

Kham Mai Tai e o cocktail do dia (lichias e vodka)

Desde que andámos a deambular pelo Sudoeste asiático que não tínhamos tido a oportunidade de experimentar comida asiática tão genuína e saborosa. Os nossos parabéns ao Boa Bao!

Brinde a nós, brinde aos Avós, brinde a quem aqui vier.

Sol & Mar

ALTOS & baixos + a sopa de caril + o ambiente acolhedor + o serviço simpático e descontraído – não aceitarem reservas

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