Chapter 182 Exotic Banquet
After a long journey, we finally arrived at the city of Saihanvidin.
From a distance, the city looks like a maze of small, low houses built of yellow mud.
The towering yellow mud walls surround the city, giving it an ancient and mysterious feeling.
Led by Charlotte Vatorea, Lan Yaoxia and Li Jinxi walked through the narrow streets and arrived at the banquet.
The architectural style here is unique and full of exotic charm.
The walls are painted with exquisite murals showing the life scenes and cultural traditions of the local people.
The banquet was held in a large squat house, which was the only place in the city of Sehenvidin that could accommodate foreign guests.
The house was beautifully decorated and filled with fresh flowers.
Xia Wawa La Pirro, dressed in gorgeous clothes and with a smile on her face, walked forward to greet Lan Yaoxia in person.
This action aroused surprise and curiosity among the people around.
According to local traditional customs, civilians should kneel down to show respect when they see the king, but Lan Yaoxia did not do so.
Despite this, Charlotte Pirlo did not show any dissatisfaction or anger.
He knew that Lan Yaoxia was Lan Yonggui's son, and that the Lan family was a large and powerful family.
Maintaining good relations with the Lan family is vital to the kingdom.
If the Lan family is annoyed because of this trivial matter, it may cause a series of troubles or even conflicts.
Therefore, Xia Wawala Pirrota chose tolerance and understanding, and communicated with Lan Yaoxia in a cordial way.
And Shavaara Vatorea translated for the two of them.
Charlotte Pirrota knew very well that she needed to be cautious when dealing with the nobles and not offend any party easily.
Moreover, Xia Wawala Pirlota also learned some history of China. There are still some powerful and influential families in China.
The Lan family must be among them. Making enemies with them will only bring harm and no benefit.
This wisdom in weighing the pros and cons and maintaining stability is one of the qualities he possesses as the head of a country.
The sun was already high in the sky, and everyone sat down.
The maids brought in dishes carefully.
However, what was surprising was that the maids who served the dishes were only wearing long skirts on their lower bodies, while their upper bodies were completely naked.
It was the first time for Lan Yaoxia and Li Jinxi to see such a scene, and they were both stunned.
Li Jinxi pinched Lan Yaoxia's thigh fiercely, a trace of anger surged on her face, and she lowered her voice and said, "You still dare to look?"
Lan Yaoxia felt very helpless and responded in a low voice: "I don't have it..."
Faced with this situation, Lan Yaoxia was really at a loss.
After all, this is the custom of another place. What can you do about it?
I could only try to stay calm and not pay too much attention to the maids with their upper bodies naked.
Xia Wawala Valtoretto noticed Lan Yaoxia and Li Jinxi whispering to each other.
She smiled and explained, "Mr. Lan, Ms. Li, you may be curious about the customs of our country."
"In my country, during the spring and summer, maids in the palace must follow a traditional dress."
"They are not allowed to wear anything on their upper body, and can only wear a skirt on their lower body."
"This is done so that the mother goddess in the palace can bless them and protect their safety and happiness."
Hearing Xia Wawala Valtoretto's explanation, Li Jinxi couldn't help but frown, feeling it was extremely absurd.
This feudal custom is simply a cancer that restricts women's freedom and dignity.
However, Li Jinxi knew very well that she was in a foreign country and could not change their culture and traditions.
She could only silently sigh at the diversity of the world and try to adapt to and understand different customs and habits.
Xia Wawala Valtorrea explained to her father again, and Xia Wawala Pirro and the other two chattered a lot of words that Lan Yaoxia and the other two could not understand.
Then Xia Wawala Vatorea smiled at Lan Yaoxia again and said, "Mr. Lan, if you have a maid you like, my father is willing to give her to you."
Hearing this, Li Jinxi's expression became even uglier. She glared at Lan Yaoxia fiercely, indicating her anger.
Lan Yaoxia smiled helplessly, quickly waved her hand to refuse, and said, "No, thank you for your kindness."
Just then, a group of maids walked into the room again, holding exquisite plates in their hands.
They gently placed the dishes in front of Charlotte Vatorrea and then withdrew.
Xia Wawala Vatorea smiled and explained, "Mr. Lan, our country's cuisine has a unique flavor and may not suit your eating habits."
"Therefore, I have specially instructed the chefs to prepare some special dishes from your hometown."
“I hope you can get a taste of home.”
Li Jinxi looked at the various dishes placed in front of them and her brows furrowed even deeper.
The dishes in front of me were of different colors. Some had yellowish juice poured on pieces of unknown meat, emitting a strong smell.
There were also plates of unfamiliar dishes with strange shapes that made it hard to imagine their taste.
Li Jinxi looked at the strangely shaped and colored foods on the table, and her stomach suddenly churned, with a strong feeling of nausea coming over her.
He suppressed his discomfort and tried to stay calm, but he couldn't help frowning and revealing an unbearable expression on his face.
In comparison, Lan Yaoxia seemed much calmer.
Perhaps it is because I like to browse various videos and information online, and I have a certain acceptance of such strange things.
So when she saw these foods, she did not react as violently as Li Jinxi, and was even able to communicate with Charlotte Vatorrea with a smile on her face.
“My hometown food?”
Lan Yaoxia asked curiously.
Shava La Vatorrea smiled and nodded, and replied: “Yes.”
Then, she added, "I studied abroad in China and have some knowledge of some of the Chinese cuisine preparation methods."
“But it’s a pity that you can’t taste the authentic flavor here.”
Hearing this, Lan Yaoxia couldn't help but laugh. She thought to herself that in such an almost isolated place, it was really a luxury to want to eat authentic Chinese food.
However, I also understand what Charlotte Wawala Vatorrea meant. The conditions here are limited, and being able to cook Chinese dishes is already good enough.
At this time, the maid who was serving the dishes finally walked towards Lan Yaoxia.
Charlotte Vatorea enthusiastically introduced the dishes the maid was carrying.
"Dragon Wonton"
“Fuqi Feipian”
“Mapo Tofu”
"Bobo Chicken"
“Kung Pao Chicken”
……
Lan Yaoxia fell into deep thought as she looked at the dishes on the table.
Li Jinxi's right eyebrow began to twitch.
Why are the dishes served different from what she introduced?
What on earth had she eaten before?