Chapter 73

She picked up a spoon, scooped up a small spoonful of fish soup, tasted it slightly, and then couldn't help stick out her little tongue.

It's so salty...

Lan Ze had previously told her not to add anything, just wait five minutes and then turn off the heat, but Tiamat, wanting to make a hearty dinner for her child, decided to try it herself and add some seasonings.

As a result, I accidentally made the fish soup too salty.

Now, adding a little sweetness to balance the flavor should make it just right...

Tiamat gently shook her head and poured the Magic Potion into the fish soup.

In front of the balcony.

Ereshkigal was leaning on the railing, staring blankly at the sky, when a cool breeze swept by, bringing the goddess's mind to a slightly clearer state. She lowered her head and muttered to herself, "Was I a little too out of line just now?"

I actually got so angry at a human that I jumped up and down and even ran onto the balcony in a completely undignified way... Thinking about it now, it feels so embarrassing!!!

Recalling how she had stomped her feet in anger in front of her mother, Ereshkigal felt inexplicably ashamed, so much so that she covered her head with her hands and shook her head desperately.

"It's all that guy's fault. I was just trying to be helpful by reminding him, but not only did he not appreciate it, he even made fun of me!"

"Ugh... But you wouldn't call him a bad kid, since someone else gave him that Magic Potion." She muttered to herself again.

In short, once you get back, just keep a calm mind and treat him with a normal attitude... Ereshkigal took a deep breath and slowly exhaled.

She repeatedly reminded herself to maintain a calm and composed attitude and fully demonstrate the grace and poise befitting a goddess.

Thinking of this, she lowered her head, straightened her collar, fiddled with her soft bangs, and turned to go back inside.

Just then, he saw Lan Ze standing behind him, someone he hadn't noticed before.

Their eyes met for a moment, and Ereshkigal blinked, looking visibly dazed.

"Hi." Lan Ze raised his hand.

"..."

After a brief moment of surprise, Ereshkigal jumped back with a scream, pointed at Lan Ze, and stammered, "W-when did you get behind me?!"

"I called you several times just now, but you didn't seem to hear me," Lan Ze explained.

Ereshkigal paused, her eyes slightly blank. "Did you just call me?"

Lan Ze nodded and said, "I called you several times, but you were talking to yourself and didn't seem to notice me."

"I was just talking to myself...?" After repeating herself, Ereshkigal's eyes widened suddenly, as if she had thought of something very embarrassing, and a cute blush slowly spread across her face.

"Did you hear what I said?" She raised her eyelids and secretly peeked at Lan Ze.

Lan Ze shook his head. "No, I didn't hear anything."

"Really...?" Ereshkigal with delight.

"It's definitely fake, silly girl..." Lan Ze nodded. "Yeah, I only heard you talking to yourself, but your voice was very soft so I couldn't hear you clearly."

"I see..." Ereshkigal pressed her right hand against her chest and quietly breathed a sigh of relief.

Regardless of whether Lan Ze actually heard it or not, Ereshkigal just wanted to hear the answer, "I didn't hear anything," and Lan Ze played along.

If you want to pretend you didn't hear me, then I'll pretend I didn't hear you... I'm not losing anything anyway.

"By the way, what did you want to see me about?" Ereshkigal suddenly asked.

"Dinner will be ready soon, so I came to call you," Lan Ze explained.

"Dinner..." Ereshkigal murmured to herself, her eyes brightening slightly.

Then, remembering her decision, she brushed aside the golden hair and said calmly, "As a god, I don't actually need to eat."

Yes... this is the aloofness and demeanor a goddess, a Goddess of the Underworld, should have!

The Goddess of Heaven is already so incompetent, and even her own mother can't see the goddess's charm. The task of restoring the goddess's glory can only be entrusted to her!

"Aaa!!"

Just as the two were chatting, a beautiful singing voice suddenly came from inside the house. They both looked up and saw Tiamat standing in the kitchen doorway, wearing an apron, her mouth slightly open, revealing a cute little fang, and calling out again in an adorable, innocent way:

"Aaaaa!"

The singing wasn't loud, and it sounded exceptionally gentle. Ereshkigal couldn't help but turn to Lan Ze and ask:

"What is Mother saying?"

"Dinner's ready... that's roughly what she meant," Lan Ze explained.

"Dinner cooked by my mother herself..." Ereshkigal's eyes flickered slightly, clearly a little tempted.

"Yes, Mother will cook herself, but since you're not interested, then forget it..." Lan Ze sighed and started fishing.

Ereshkigal indeed took the bait. She glanced at Lan Ze and coughed lightly, "Well... I really can't help it. Since you've invited me like this, it would seem a bit too cold to refuse."

"Alright, then I'll accept your invitation," Ereshkigal said, stepping into the house.

Mother's homemade dinner... This is Tiamat's homemade dinner!!

Looking at Tiamat standing by the kitchen, and knowing that this meal was Tiamat's masterpiece, Ereshkigal's steps became much lighter.

She quickly approached Tiamat, looked up into the woman's eyes, and then whispered, "Mother, let me help you serve the dishes."

Not long ago, Ereshkigal was acting like an arrogant goddess when facing Lan Ze, but now, when facing Tiamat, she's like a little fangirl. Her posture is obedient, and her eyes reveal unease, as if she's worried about being rejected by Tiamat.

Only after seeing Tiamat nod did Ereshkigal reveal a beautiful smile, like a hundred flowers blooming.

Watching this scene, Lan Ze couldn't help but think: This child really likes Mother of All, just like Ishtar...

He arrived at the restaurant, where the table was already laden with several delicious dishes... well, actually they didn't look very appetizing, but they were still much better than Lan Ze had expected.

After all, this was dinner made by Mother of All!

Look at the vibrant colors of these dishes, look at the slightly smoky aroma... and since it's a dinner made by Mother of All herself, this could easily be called the oldest dinner ever!

If you took it to a high-end auction house frequented by Magecraft, it could probably be sold as Holy Relic.

"I'm back~"

Suddenly, the sound of a door opening came from outside, followed by the cheerful voice of Sajyou Manaka as the girl walked into the house with light steps.

Her gaze was quickly drawn to the dishes on the table, and her eyes brightened slightly. "They smell so good!"

"These were all made by my mother herself," Lan Ze said with a smile, giving all the credit to Tiamat, hoping to help Aika improve her impression of Tiamat more quickly.

"That woman actually knows how to cook?" Sajyou Manaka exclaimed in surprise.

"She has a strong learning ability; didn't she learn human language very quickly?" Lan Ze said.

"Hmm...that makes sense," Sajyou Manaka said thoughtfully, "After all, she is the Creation Mother Goddess ..."

Tiamat often says "Aaa" instead of using human language, not because she can't speak, but simply because she's too lazy to.

After all, "Aaa" was her original language.

Excuse me, excuse me.

Just then, a hurried and pleasant voice came from the side Sajyou Manaka turned slightly to look and saw Ereshkigal carrying a pot of fish soup that looked extremely delicious.

Sajyou Manaka quickly stepped back two paces, and only after Ereshkigal placed the pot of fish soup on the table did she lean forward and take a peek.

"It smells quite nice," she couldn't help but remark.

Tiamat put her hands on her hips and raised her head with a "Aaa" sound, proud of her masterpiece.

Upon seeing this, Lan Ze couldn't help but reveal a knowing smile.

Aika had no idea that Mother of All hadn't actually participated in making the fish soup; he had added all the seasonings himself.

Tiamat also gave a knowing, gentle smile.

Her own son was unaware that the fish soup had been carefully prepared by her and was completely different from what he had originally expected.

Ereshkigal also gave a knowing smile.

Of everyone present, she was the only one who simply wanted to have dinner.

Sajyou Manaka looked at the three of them with suspicion, wondering what they were laughing about.

Regardless, a dinner prepared by Lan Ze and seasoned by Tiamat officially began...

"By the way, Miss Ereshkigal, have you found the blanket and pillow?" Sajyou Manaka suddenly asked as she picked up some food from her plate.

"Not yet... I don't know where you put it." Ereshkigal gently shook her head.

"So you didn't find it after all..." Sajyou Manaka's face showed a look of certainty. "I forgot to tell you, the blanket and pillow are in another unused room, in the cabinet under the bed."

She paused, then continued, "Let's get it later, let's eat first."

Ereshkigal hummed in agreement, her gaze immediately falling on the dishes on the table, her eyes revealing an eager expression.

"Speaking of which," Sajyou Manaka glanced at the appetizing-looking dinner, then couldn't help but look at Lan Ze a few more times, and asked suspiciously, "Did you really not make this dinner?"

"Of course... I was just assisting with the work," Lan Ze replied immediately.

"Aaaa." Tiamat nodded in agreement with her child.

In Tiamat's understanding, she did cook the dinner herself, but Lan Ze would occasionally offer suggestions, Lan Ze she would then consider to see how much seasoning to add.

Seeing this, Sajyou Manaka didn't ask any further questions. She took a bite of rice and then scooped some fish soup into her bowl.

After taking a quick sniff, the Princess of the Root's eyes lit up, and she murmured to herself, "It smells so good!"

After all, this fish soup was something I carefully prepared... Lan Ze couldn't help but feel a little proud. He got up, ladled out a bowl of fish soup, and then ladled another bowl for Ereshkigal, saying, "Ereshkigal, you're new here, so let's consider this dinner a celebration of your arrival."

"Ah... thank you..." Ereshkigal said subconsciously, then glanced at the fish soup on the table, and looked up at Tiamat and Lan Ze's sincere expressions. She couldn't help but show her gratitude. Her amber eyes sparkled under the warm light, as if they were filled with tears. She completely forgot about the goddess's dignity.

Just then, a sudden voice came from Sajyou Manaka's side. She frowned and said, "Hmm... why is this fish soup so sweet?!"

"And it tastes weird... like it's mixed with a lot of seasonings."

Lan Ze was taken aback, thinking to himself, "This shouldn't be the case. I added the seasonings just right; it couldn't be too salty or too sweet..."

He took a sip of the fish soup, and then, his composure crumbled instantly.

This fish soup... it was so sweet it was cloying! He even thought it wasn't fish soup at all, but sugar water!

"Mother, did you add something strange to it later?" Lan Ze looked up and silently stared at Tiamat sitting opposite him.

"Aaa?" Tiamat tilted her head, her bright eyes filled with innocence.

"You'll see once you try," Lan Ze said.

Tiamat glanced at Lan Ze, then scooped a small spoonful of fish soup into her bowl and tasted it.

After a moment of silence, she gave a thumbs-up and nodded. "Aaaa (Delicious!)"

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Lan Ze gave Mother of All a look that said, "I believe you."

"Then Mother, drink more today. I'll pour you more fish soup..." Lan Ze said, getting up as if to help ladle the soup, but Tiamat immediately shook her head quickly:

"Aaaa (No!)"

Lan Ze pretended not to hear and continued with his work. Tiamat immediately grabbed Lan Ze's wrist, raised her red starry eyes, and her eyes sparkled with a pitiful, crystalline light.

Lan Ze then looked away, plopped down, and asked, "Didn't I say I could turn off the stove in five minutes...? Did you do something afterward?"

Tiamat lowered her head and said softly, "I added some salt, but then I thought it was too salty, so I added some sugar."

Lan Ze: "..."

"Anyway, this fish soup is undrinkable. Let's get rid of it later." Sajyou Manaka's eyebrows relaxed, and instead of being disappointed, she was secretly delighted.

Lan Ze nodded helplessly, sighed, and softly hummed in agreement.

Just then, he saw Ereshkigal holding the bowl with both hands, drinking the fish soup in one gulp, and then handing the bowl to him. "Another bowl, please!"

Lan Ze stared blankly for a moment, then said, "You don't have to force yourself..."

"I think it tastes great... and it was made by my mother herself, so we can't waste it," Ereshkigal said passionately, clenching her fists.

This must be what Mother of All's most fervent fans are like... Lan Ze had no choice but to ladle another bowl of fish soup for Ereshkigal.