This is fundamentally different from ordinary palace rivalries. Everyone has seen the internationally acclaimed film *Dreams Broken in the Red Chamber*, self-written and self-directed by Gao Liang, Dong Jiao, and Yu Die. The theme of this film precisely reflects Gao Liang's desire that his several wives not compete for his attention or vie for favor—he wants to treat them all equally. Each wife must strive, fulfill her duties, and take initiative. If she fails to do so, she will be dismissed. Ah, indeed! The capable rise, the mediocre fall—being my wife is not merely about receiving a free meal. It's not that I can't afford you; it's that you must also work hard! Thus, Gao Liang is wise. Ying'er, Zhang Yuping, Dong Jiao, Chen Yuting, and Yu Die have all been meticulously cultivated under his exceptional standards, diligently dedicating themselves to their respective careers and striving to contribute to my aspiration to become a divine entity. They earn their salaries, are compensated according to their efforts, and receive rewards commensurate with their work—there will never be a case of idleness without reward. If a wife doesn't earn her living, high-light can only offer an apology. High-light organized a unique family candlelight dinner, which left the ladies completely surprised—on the table were exquisite French gourmet dishes, a true first for the wives, who were delighted beyond words. French cuisine, long regarded as the most prestigious among Western dishes and a gem of Western culture, holds a distinguished place among the world's three great culinary traditions. The hallmark of French cuisine lies in the use of fresh, seasonal ingredients, enhanced by the chef's personal touch to create unique, artistic masterpieces. Whether in appearance, aroma, taste, texture, or sensory experience, these dishes achieve an unrivaled excellence. In terms of food quality, service standards, and dining ambiance, a refined, holistic presentation is expected. French cuisine is characterized by a broad selection of ingredients, emphasis on freshness, and a rich, delicious flavor, with careful attention to harmony in color, aroma, taste, and form. It features a wide variety of dishes, placing particular emphasis on beef, vegetables, poultry, seafood, and fruits—especially snails, truffles, mushrooms, asparagus, leeks, and lobster. French dishes are typically prepared more gently, often using wine as a key seasoning. There are strict guidelines for pairing dishes with wine, such as using white wine with clear soups and sparkling champagne with turkey. French cuisine is renowned for its rich, succulent flavors. To truly savor French dishes, one must enjoy the visual appeal of elegantly plated courses, the aromatic fragrance of wine, the exquisite taste of the food itself, and the tactile pleasure of knife and fork gently moving in harmony within a serene dining atmosphere—this multisensory experience represents the pinnacle of touch and taste. This mindful engagement of the five senses has cultivated a deep, attentive palate. Dong Jiao has been in France the longest and knows how to dine naturally becoming the dining guide among the wives. Everyone follows Dong Jiao's demonstration, enjoying their meals with great happiness. "Oh! Where's our husband? He's not here! This is such a wonderful dish—so fresh and delicious! He should come over and share it with us!" Dong Jiao notices that her sisters have mostly mastered the dining etiquette and are all beaming with contentment. At this moment, she suddenly realizes that her husband hasn't appeared. The sisters only become aware of this after Dong Jiao's reminder and promptly call out for him. The two strong, protective brothers-in-law step forward and say, "Master wants the young ladies to enjoy their meals slowly. He'll come over soon!" So the sisters close their eyes and savor the French delicacies with care. What a genuine taste! How unique! Each course feels like a perfect work of art. "Who prepared this?" Starting today, I'm learning to cook French cuisine to prepare meals for my husband!" Chen Yuting truly loves French food—she's a renowned chef, with a refined palate, and has instantly developed a strong interest in French dishes. "Yes! We'll learn together and cook for my husband!" Ying'er, Zhang Yuping, and Yudie all chimed in. Dong Jiao tasted the foie gras again, closed her eyes, and savored it with graceful elegance—such a poised, star-like presence. As for Chen Yuting, she was even more professional: she chewed slowly and deliberately, completely immersed in the experience, as if she were not just eating the dish but truly appreciating it. Finally, the two looked at each other and said the same thing: "Let's find my husband!" At that moment, Gao Liang arrived, smiling warmly at the wives and said, "Ladies, isn't it delicious?" Upon seeing her husband arrive, the wives were delighted and enthusiastically replied, "Yes! Absolutely delicious! Please, husband, go ahead and enjoy!" Gao Liang added, "Let's all continue enjoying together!" "Then, without moving a single utensil, she simply watched her wives elegantly using their cutlery. Ah! Truly unexpected—Dong Jiao, so clever, had refined each of them into such graceful diners. High Guang silently admired his second wife. "Husband! I'd like to ask you something—where is the French chef for this dish? We all want to learn from him!" Chen Yuting expressed her keen interest in French cuisine. "Oh! Oh! You all want to learn, too? Wonderful! Wonderful!" High Guang was momentarily surprised and replied. Dong Jiao paused her knife, gazing at her husband with a rather unusual expression. She gently approached him, leaned close to his ear, and said softly, "Husband, come with me!" Then, she immediately took hold of his hand—High Guang was actually pulled along, and they both headed straight toward the kitchen. Chen Yuting followed closely behind. Gao Liang wanted to make a break, but to his surprise, Chen Yuting stepped in, with the second and third madams flanking him on either side. With no choice, Gao Liang had to follow the two wives toward the kitchen. Chen Yuting and Dong Jiao were both stunned. It turned out there was no French chef in the kitchen at all—none. "Husband! Where is that French chef?" Chen Yuting asked. "Oh! Just now I paid him his salary and he left!" Gao Liang said, acting as if nothing had happened. "Husband! Did you actually prepare it? Is it really your work?" Dong Jiao and Chen Yuting suddenly caught a distinct flavor of foie gras on Gao Liang—exactly the one they loved most. Seeing that he could no longer hide it, Gao Liang immediately nodded and confirmed, "Yes, it's mine!" Tears streamed down Dong Jiao and Chen Yuting's faces. They never imagined their husband was so well-versed in French cuisine, and the quality of his dishes even surpassed that of professional French chefs. Dong Jiao suddenly recalled a specific scene.