Chapter 12: Enjoying Delicious Food and Visiting the Night Market

"Hey, you stinky cat, are you trying to scare me to death?" Li Shenxing pressed his rapidly beating heart and said irritably.

"Hehe~! Mia Neunba." Hyo-ri smiled, speaking while backing towards the door.

"Little rascal, come over here and accept your punishment." Li Shenxing took a few deep breaths to calm his heart.

"I'm not that stupid, big dummy~!" Hyo-ri backed up to the door, opened it, and ran out.

"Little naughty cat, don't run, stop right there!" Li Shenxing chased after her.

Hyo-ri first ran to the living room, hiding behind the sofa to avoid Li Shenxing's pursuit. She then darted to the dining room and was finally caught by Li Shenxing when she reached the bedroom upstairs.

"Help~!!! Hahaha... I'm sorry... Oppa... Haha...."

Hyo-ri, who was caught by Li Shenxing, now lay on the bed, receiving the punishment of being tickled.

After a while, Li Shenxing, fearing she might choke, let her go.

"Nothing much to do tonight, right?" Li Shenxing helped Hyo-ri catch her breath and asked.

"Nothing... Phew~! Phew~!"

"Then we won't eat at home today. Let's go to the spicy restaurant in Apgujeong. After dinner, we can go shopping in Myeongdong, okay?" Li Shenxing replied.

"Oh~ Spicy rib and potato soup is so delicious. After finishing it, we can have a bowl of pan-fried rice with the leftover broth, and grilled pork belly." Just thinking about it made her mouth water.

"Then what are we waiting for? Go change into casual clothes now." Li Shenxing pulled Hyo-ri up from the bed.

After changing their clothes and going downstairs, they first prepared dinner for the children before leaving the house.

The restaurant was in Apgujeong, not too far from Li Shenxing's home. It took about twenty minutes to arrive at the old restaurant. Li Shenxing parked the car nearby, waited for Hyo-ri to put on her hat and mask, and then they held hands and walked into the restaurant together.

It was just before the dinner rush, so there weren't many people. They found a seat in a corner, took off their coats, and waited for the ajumma to come over. They ordered a small portion of spicy rib and potato soup and two servings of the signature grilled pork belly. Since they were driving, Li Shenxing didn't order any alcohol.

The dishes were soon served. The red, steaming spicy rib and potato soup bubbled with a fragrant aroma. Hyo-ri couldn't wait and immediately picked up a spoon to eat. "Ouch~ It's hot, but so delicious." She blew on her tongue and then took another spoonful, this time blowing on it before putting it in her mouth.

Li Shenxing picked a piece of rib and put it in her bowl. "Eat slowly. This piece is all meat, go ahead and eat it."

The pot was filled with large ribs, potatoes, perilla leaves, and radish leaves, emitting a natural rich aroma. A handful of chili peppers and garlic added a mild spiciness to the broth, making it even more appetizing. The large ribs were bigger than a palm, and the meat was already stewed to perfection, easily separating from the bone with a gentle touch of the chopsticks. The meat was tender and flavorful, and every bite, along with the soup, was a delight.

After a few sips of the hot soup and a few bites of the dishes to fill his stomach, Li Shenxing started grilling the pork belly for Hyo-ri.

Grilled pork belly is another signature dish of the "Spicy Restaurant." The pork used by the "Spicy Restaurant" is freshly ordered daily from a pig farm in Seosan, Chungcheongnam-do.

The pork at the "Spicy Restaurant" is never frozen or refrigerated overnight, ensuring the freshest taste. It can be seasoned with coarse salt and pepper or dipped in sesame oil and salt. It can also be wrapped in various types of lettuce leaves with other side dishes, each method offering a unique flavor.

For first-time visitors to Korea who are not skilled at grilling pork, friendly staff will help grill the fresh pork belly until it sizzles and emits a fragrant aroma, allowing guests to enjoy it with peace of mind.

After finishing the dishes in the rib and potato soup, they could order a serving of pan-fried rice. This involves mixing white rice with the remaining broth, pressing it flat along the bottom of the pan, and heating it until it becomes crispy and fragrant.

The two ate slowly until Hyo-ri, patting her full stomach, said, "So full~ So delicious, Oppa, let's come here again next time!" She suggested, still not satisfied.

"Sure, whenever you want to come, we can. Now that you're full, let's go." Li Shenxing looked at her affectionately and said.

"Ouch~ So full, I can't get up, Oppa, pull me up." Hyo-ri said, holding her stomach.

"I told you not to eat so much. Now you know better, don't you?" Li Shenxing lectured.

"It's been so long since I've eaten this much~ How could I resist!" Hyo-ri pouted.

After paying the bill, they put on their coats and walked out of the restaurant.

"Let's go to Myeongdong now. We can walk around and digest our food." Sitting in the car, Li Shenxing said to Hyo-ri beside him.

Hyo-ri hummed in response, as she was too full to speak.

Myeongdong, as a representative fashion street in Seoul, is home to large shopping centers and department stores. It not only has popular brand stores, world-class brand stores, large street shops, mid-to-low-end clothing stores, and daily goods stores but also a variety of well-known cosmetics stores and fashion accessory stores, making it a paradise for shoppers. Recently, it has also hosted street fashion shows and makeup shows.

Moreover, each alley is filled with various restaurants, from small snack stands to high-end dining establishments. Tourists can enjoy delicious meals according to their taste. In the embassy district, there are Chinese restaurants run by Chinese immigrants, where you can have a hearty meal. You can also browse antique shops and look at small accessories, making Myeongdong a feast for the eyes.

Surrounding Myeongdong are the Chinese Embassy, Myeongdong Cathedral, Namsan Hanok Village, Gwanghwamun, Seoul City Hall, and Cheonggyecheon, among other attractions. Myeongdong has everything to satisfy the passionate desires of beauty enthusiasts. It is home to numerous high-end cosmetics stores with complete facilities and bright lights. It is also the center of the comprehensive beauty care industry, known for its world-class plastic surgery techniques.

Here, you can find bustling fashion stores and historic cafes, guitar performance stages, and a variety of restaurants to satisfy various tastes. The Myeongdong Festival is held twice a year, in spring and autumn, starting with a grand opening ceremony and featuring events such as the Myeongdong Miss Contest, folk games, traditional wedding ceremonies, fashion shows, and costume performances.

After parking the car nearby, the two got out and held hands, walking into the area.

There were many vendors in Myeongdong. Hyo-ri was now at a stall selling cat toys, picking out toys for Mia-Mia and Xiao Pang.

"Oppa, what do you think of this one?" Hyo-ri showed Li Shenxing a black and white panda.

"Hmm, this one can be for Go-Go." Li Shenxing suggested and picked up a rabbit in clothes. "Look, this one can be for Mia-Mia."

"Nice, very suitable." Suddenly, she found a toy pig and said, "Oh! This one, hehe! This is for Xiao Pang." Sigh~ Poor Xiao Pang, he's at it again.

"We still need one for Prince, let's look for it." After flipping through a few more, Hyo-ri found a beautiful cat and said it was for Prince's girlfriend. I don't know if Prince will understand Hyo-ri's intentions, so I can only, hehe.

"Little cat, let's go, let's find some cat scratchers. The ones at home need to be replaced." Li Shenxing said to Hyo-ri after paying.

If you have a cat and don't often trim its nails or provide a scratching post, hehehe, your home will be in trouble.

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If you have a cat and don't often trim its nails or provide a scratching post, hehehe, your home will be in trouble.