Yunding Ranch

Chapter 348 Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon
Looking at Lu Li's playful expression, Mark's emotions remained calm and he kept a polite smile, "I think I am also one of the guests, right?" But there was a hint of smile in his words, which could be felt , he is being friendly.

Lu Li carefully looked at Mark's expression, and finally burst out laughing, "Of course. You are welcome anytime." This Mark is really a wonderful person. Until now, Lu Li still can't figure out Mark's routine, which is really interesting.

Lu Li poured another glass of wine, about a third, and then heard Mark say, "That's good."

Mark doesn't seem to want to fill the glass like Richard did, and it's small details like that that can make a difference in personality.Lu Li suddenly became curious about where Mark came from, what was his relationship with the Kumo Racecourse, and why did he come to Texas?

Respect is worse than obedience.Lu Li put away the wine bottle, then pinched the glass's brim to prevent the temperature of the palm from affecting the temperature of the wine, which in turn would affect the taste, then turned around and handed the wine glass to Mark.

Gentleman Mark took the wine glass politely, and nodded to Lu Li with a smile.Lu Li then turned his head to look at Jessica, Randy and Cole, "Do you want to taste something?"

"Of course, why not?" Cole was the first to speak, and tapped the rim of the glass, motioning for Lu Li to pour the wine.

Lu Li put his left hand behind his back and regained the state of working in the Olive Garden before, "Okay, sir." Then he began to serve the three of them. The serious and professional attitude made Cole and the others exchange glances, but I can't help but smile.

After pouring the wine, Lu Li had time to look at Richard. He was frowning and savoring carefully. His expression was unpredictable and difficult to judge.It was exactly the same as when the ranch members tasted this glass of wine for the first time.

In just ten days, this is not enough to change the wine drastically.

Although objectively speaking, the fermentation will change every day, but generally speaking, the fermentation of wine is calculated in years. Even for wines from the New World, the tasting period is relatively short, which is also calculated in months. Yes, in just a few days, it is impossible to make too many changes, especially the new wine that has just been brewed.

That's why Lu Li knew that Tony's excuse just now was unreliable.However, he didn't expose Tony.To be honest, although the tannins of this batch of wine are very heavy, the taste is indeed very special, rich and layered. It really makes people wonder what will happen to the taste after fermentation.

Even he himself wants to have a drink.

Then, out of the corner of his eye, Lu Li noticed Mark standing beside him.

Mark still hasn't started drinking, he is still observing the color of the wine, sniffing the mouth of the wine glass from time to time, even lifting the wine glass, putting it under the light, carefully watching the color change under the light, with a concentrated expression It seems that I am afraid of missing any slightest change.

That meticulous expression, as if a scientist is studying the microbes under the microscope, is engrossed and devoted, even compared to Randy who arranged the booth.

This expression looks a little funny, especially in the messy exhibition site, this kind of professional devotion is really out of place, and there is an inexplicable sense of joy.

But Lu Li didn't laugh, because Mark's movements were very professional, reminding him of Romanee-Conti's Nick.

Lu Li didn't interrupt Mark's appreciation action, put the wine aside, observed Mark intently, and began to wait for Mark's response.

Richard was a friend, and even if the ranch wines weren't as good as expected, he wouldn't be too direct with his words - especially given the heavy tannins, it would be unkind to use too strong a word; but Mark was different.Lu Li had an inexplicable feeling that Mark would tell the truth.

Perhaps, this is the intuition of the sixth sense.

Even under Lu Li's watchful eyes, Mark was still not in a hurry, and kept his pace in a slow manner. Every step had a pleasing elegance, even more meticulous than Nick. It was not professional, but a natural one. freely.

Lu Li had never been in contact with nobles, so he didn't know what the lives of nobles were like, but he knew that there were many declining nobles living in Europe, but they still maintained the calmness and elegance in their bones.Wine is one of the items they must learn, and painting, dance, music, literature, etc., are the only way to accumulate temperament.

Mark in front of him has such a temperament.

Of course, there was something looming about Nick as well.It can be seen that even if you are not an aristocrat, you can slowly cultivate your background under years of exposure.This is called cultivating sentiment.

Mark finished all his steps unhurriedly. He tasted the first mouthful without being too meticulous. He simply swallowed it and felt the flavor; then he tasted the second mouthful and felt it carefully. Touching the level of the tip of the tongue, he took a sip of the wine and drank it for more than ten seconds, feeling that his mouth was already stuffy.

Just when Lu Li thought Mark had finished tasting, Mark took a third sip.That expression didn't change much, making it impossible to see why.

Mark finally put the cup down, and only then did he notice Lu Li's gaze. He raised his head and showed a friendly smile, but his eyes were puzzled, as if to say, "What's wrong?"

Lu Li looked at Mark's innocent eyes, and couldn't help laughing, "The way you looked just now reminded me of a chemistry teacher doing research in a laboratory." I made a joke, the male protagonist is a chemistry teacher, and he used his knowledge to create /drugs/products.

But Mark didn't understand what Lu Li said. He just said with a smile, "Tasting wine is the same as appreciating art. You need to calm down and do research slowly."

Lu Li's joke was exchanged for a serious answer from the other party, which was a bit embarrassing.However, Mark seemed to have no understanding of "Breaking Bad", and Lu Li could only feel helpless.

"Yes, this is a research, and it's not that simple. I don't even count it as a beginner." Lu Li also pretended that nothing happened just now, as if discussing a serious matter.

Instead, Mark laughed because of Lu Li's words, "Hehe, you are being modest, I like this joke."

What was going on with this strange joke, it made Lu Li stunned for a while, why didn't he hear the joke of the sentence just now?He has been an intern reporter for more than two years and has met many special people, but this is the first time for Mark.

"Humility?" Lu Li felt that he couldn't keep up with Mark's rhythm. In other words, the two hadn't spoken a few words since they met, and Lu Li had no chance to figure out Mark's rhythm. Foggy.

Mark didn't continue talking, but just smiled mysteriously.Since he was not familiar with it, Lu Li didn't understand what Mark's smile meant. He was thinking whether he should initiate a conversation, or use his reporter ability to have a good fight--wouldn't that be too rude? ?
But before his thoughts surged, Raymond asked next to him, "How is it?"

The voice of the question was calm, but there was no emotion like curiosity, it was just a polite question.

"You should try it," Mark replied with a smile.

Such a simple sentence was nothing to Lu Li's ears, but Raymond showed a look of surprise. Even Robinson, who was exchanging cheese with Jessica, stopped and turned his head to look at it. There was a trace of surprise on the expressive face, and the atmosphere in front of the booth suddenly became interesting.

Mark didn't seem to notice it, picked up his glass again, and took a sip.

Seeing Mark's action, Raymond and Robinson exchanged glances, and then Raymond looked at Lu Li with a smile, "Excuse me, can I have a taste?" There was a trace of hope and urgency in his eyes.

Robinson also put down the cheese in his hand and walked to the side. Although he didn't speak, this action couldn't be more direct.

"Of course." Although he didn't know what happened, Lu Li's reaction was not slow. He picked up the wine bottle and poured a glass for Raymond and Robinson respectively.

Robinson picked up the wine glass, saluted Lu Li, and expressed his thanks.

Then, Raymond and Robinson followed the rules and steps meticulously, and began to taste slowly from color to smell.

Mark was not in a hurry, and stood beside him with a glass of wine, quietly waiting for the actions of the two of them.

For a while, the front of the booth became quiet, and the three of them put on a serious look. Tony and the others didn't understand the situation, so they looked at Lu Li in surprise and asked with their eyes.

But Lu Li also looked blank, not knowing what happened, but looked at Richard.

Richard laughed dumbfounded, opened his mouth, and seemed to want to explain, but found that the explanation was not clear for a while, so he could only say plainly, "They are all people who have studied wine, and they are senior wine lovers. .”

Everyone exchanged a puzzled look: Why do wine lovers come to Texas?Didn't they come with Richard from Coolmore?
However, everyone did not continue to delve into it.Although this statement is general, it also makes sense. In Europe, there are quite a few wine lovers, and there are also many people who like to delve into it.

When Richard spoke, none of the three responded. They turned their ears off the window and focused on studying the wine in their hands. Their gestures showed some professionalism.Therefore, everyone's eyes will not be focused on the past, looking forward to the follow-up reaction.

Mark waited for both Raymond and Robinson to taste the second sip, and then he said, "How, how much taste have you tasted?"

(End of this chapter)