After meticulously preparing the ribs, Gu Zi proceeded to the kitchen to continue with the main dish. She placed the deboned dragon ribs into a large pot, adding the spices she had prepared earlier. As the pot filled with water and was set to boil over high heat, Gu Zi busied herself with concocting the sauce to be drizzled over the ribs.
Gu Zi had planned to prepare this dish for some time, having made a special trip to the city to purchase the necessary ingredients. She felt that today, as she was hosting Hu Bing, was the perfect opportunity to do so.
On one hand, she could share this dish with her family. On the other, she could show Hu Bing the caliber of dishes she was capable of creating. Even the most privileged young ladies might not be familiar with such a dish, she thought, let him be surprised.
