As the dishes came off the stove.
Zhang Lexuan was perceptive enough to rise and head toward the kitchen.
Without a word, he stepped forward, used his Soul Power to lift the freshly cooked dishes, and arranged them on the stone table.
His movements were gentle and graceful.
Seeing this, Ma Xiaotao could no longer sit still. She hurried over to help bring the bowls and chopsticks.
Her usually impatient temperament became exceptionally obedient and well-behaved here.
In just a short while, eight dishes had been neatly laid out on the table. Steam billowed upward, and their fragrance filled the air.
Xuan Zi stared at the plates before him, wishing he could stuff them all into his mouth.
Yue Ling knew that freshly cooked food had to be eaten while hot to taste its best.
Daring not to slack off, he quickly prepared the final two dishes.
One was a nourishing Soul Beast meat soup simmered over low heat.
The soup was thick and delicious, having absorbed all the essence of the ingredients. Ma Xiaotao quickly carried it out when she saw it was ready.
The final dish was a simple cold salad, seasoned with only a few basic ingredients.
At last, the nine dishes and one soup were all finished. After the senior sister arranged them, the entire spread sat on the stone table, its rich fragrance lingering in the air.
Bei Bei's eyes sparkled as he looked at all the dishes on the table, his heart filled with confusion.
What was going on today? Why had they made so much food?
As expected of Big Brother—his cooking was simply perfect.
Gulp. It smelled so good...
Mu En gently patted Bei Bei on the head, signaling him not to rush. Bei Bei obediently leaned back a little, waiting for