"Darling, do you need my help?"
Qian Renxue asked eagerly.
Tang Xiao glanced at her and shook his head with a smile.
"You? Forget it."
"Those hands of yours are meant to wield the Angel Holy Sword, not a kitchen knife."
"I'm afraid you'll tear down my kitchen by accident."
Qian Renxue puffed out her cheeks in dissatisfaction.
"Am I really that clumsy?"
"It's just cooking. What's so hard about it?"
Though she said that, she knew she truly had no talent for it and could only sit obediently.
Tang Xiao moved quickly and skillfully.
Chopping vegetables, preparing ingredients, tossing them into the wok, stir-frying—everything flowed in one smooth sequence.
In less than half an hour, several exquisite dishes, pleasing in color, aroma, and flavor, had been set on the table.
Stir-fried Blue Silver Bamboo Shoots, braised soul beast meat, steamed snowfish, and a bowl of fragrant mushroom soup.
Qian Renxue looked at the food on the table and could not help swallowing.
"Wow, it really looks delicious."
Tang Xiao handed her a pair of chopsticks.
"Try it."
Qian Renxue took the chopsticks and eagerly picked up a piece of braised meat, placing it in her mouth.
It melted on her tongue, rich but not greasy, its intense meaty fragrance exploding across her palate.
"Delicious!"
Qian Renxue's beautiful eyes lit up as she praised it through a mouthful of food.
Tang Xiao watched her adorable appearance as she ate like a little squirrel, a gentle smile appearing on his face.
"If it's good, then eat more."
As he spoke, he thoughtfully served Qian Renxue a bowl of soup.
"Have some soup first. Don't choke."
Qian Renxue accepted the bowl and took a small sip. The fresh, savory flavor made her narrow her eyes in contentment.
"Darling, with skills like yours,