Xiao Lan, get ready, dinner's served!" Along with that shout, Wang Hao's voice, which sounded like heavenly music to Wang Lan, came from the kitchen.
And at this moment, for Wang Lan, who was enduring some kind of torment, this voice was like a timely downpour, instantly rescuing her from the depths of despair.
With a crisp 'clink,' Wang Lan suddenly stood up and rushed towards the kitchen.
The moment she pushed open the kitchen door, an even more intense and enticing aroma wafted over, almost intoxicating Wang Lan and nearly making her faint from the rich scent.
She quickly stepped forward, her gaze eagerly fixed on the three dishes and one bowl of hot soup already neatly arranged on the table.
Just from their appearance, these dishes were already perfect.
Based on her more than twenty years of dining experience, Wang Lan could not find any flaws.
Moreover, the mouth-watering aroma that directly hit her nostrils was even more irresistible.
At this moment, she wished she could immediately reach out and feast.
But fortunately, Wang Hao was still watching her intently from the side.
After all, as her brother, the hint of authority he exuded was quite intimidating.
The two of them carried the food to the dining table; all preparations were complete.
After the brother and sister exchanged glances, they did not say another word but unhesitatingly picked up their chopsticks and began to fully enjoy this lavish feast.
There was no hint of politeness or humility—precisely because of their deep family bond!
Normally, people often say that chefs tend to lose their appetite after Cooking due to inhaling too much Cooking smoke, but Wang Hao was clearly not like that.
Even though he had just finished Cooking, he still ate with great gusto.
The brother and sister sat at the dining table, their eyes fixed on the delicious food, as if they had been hungry for a long time.
Their chopsticks moved like lightning, continuously picking food into their bowls.
Wang Hao was too busy to talk, his mouth wide open, shoveling food in bite after bite, sometimes even swallowing without chewing.
Wang Lan was not to be outdone; her small hand tightly grasped the spoon, continuously bringing soup and dishes to her mouth at an astonishing speed.
Their chopsticks flew back and forth between the plates and bowls, like an intense battle.
Picking up food, bringing it to their mouths, chewing, swallowing—these actions were completed in one go, like chewing gum that they simply couldn't stop.
Before long, the bowls of the brother and sister were empty, but their eyes were still fixed on the empty plates on the table, as if saying they could still eat.
After the meal, the dining table was a mess, and before it could be cleaned, Wang Lan, blinking her big, watery eyes, curiously asked her brother Wang Hao:
"Brother, how on earth did you make an ordinary cabbage so delicious?
If you had mastered such Cooking long ago, our hometown has no shortage of cabbage, so wouldn't we have been able to enjoy delicious food often when we were young!"
As she spoke, Wang Lan was already lost in beautiful fantasies.
"Haha, Xiao Lan, you're a true foodie and a connoisseur! However, this boiled cabbage dish is not as simple as just plain water and cabbage…" Wang Hao patiently explained the Cooking method to his sister.
Although Wang Lan listened with great interest, her slightly puzzled expression clearly revealed that she did not fully understand.
However, Wang Lan also understood that even if she couldn't learn it, she still had her brother, so it wouldn't affect her enjoyment of the food in the end.
After everything was tidied up, the brother and sister slowly went downstairs and began to enjoy their leisurely time after dinner.
They strolled along the street, feeling the cool breeze on their faces, and also getting some moderate exercise to better digest their dinner.
The city at night is always filled with dazzling lights and a bustling atmosphere.
The brother and sister walked along, admiring the brightly lit night view around them.
Under the colorful neon lights, people hurried by, each seemingly with their own destination and story.
However, behind this prosperous scene, a deep longing for the quiet and bright nights of their hometown couldn't help but well up in the hearts of the brother and sister.
Wang Lan, being straightforward, had this thought, and she unhesitatingly called her parents.
After all, anyone who has lived in the countryside knows that the nightlife there is far less colorful than in big cities.
In the past, villagers usually went to bed very early at night;
But now, with the widespread popularity of smartphones and short videos, everyone's sleep time has been pushed back quite a bit.
Thinking back a few years, at this time, their parents would probably have already fallen asleep.
Wang Hao and his sister Wang Lan avoided the noisy and bustling areas, found a quiet and secluded spot, and called their father.
"Hello, Dad, Mom, have you eaten yet?" Wang Hao asked with concern.
"Uh, we've eaten! What about you?" Their father's deep and resonant voice came through the phone line to their ears.
"We just finished eating too, and we're out for a stroll on the street. Oh, Mom, how's the wheat in our field doing now?"
Before her brother could finish speaking, the anxious Wang Lan quickly interrupted and asked.
"Oh, it's doing well! This year's wheat grains are all plump, and the harvest should be better than last year.
How are you two doing in the city?" Their mother's tone was full of joy, and at the same time, it showed her concern for the two of them.
"We're both doing well, we just miss home a bit…" Wang Lan replied with a slight whine.
"Haha, if you really miss home, then take some time to come back.
Whenever you arrive home, Mom will cook something delicious for you!" Their mother said gently to the two on the screen, her eyes full of tenderness.
"Alright, we'll come back in a few days. We'll also help with the wheat harvest when we get home." Hearing this, Wang Hao and his sister agreed in unison.
"No need, harvesting wheat is enough for your father and me; you two just stay in the city. Earn as much as you can. After the wheat harvest, you can come back whenever you want."
In this era, people's material needs are getting higher and higher, and their mother once sighed:
For so many years, she had never realized the importance of money as deeply as in recent years.
"That won't do, we definitely have to go back! Has anyone started harvesting wheat in our area yet?"
Wang Hao responded firmly, stating that he must go home to help with the wheat harvest, and immediately refused his parents' kind offer.
"I heard that they've already started harvesting in Qianyuan Town, so it should be our turn in a few days." Their father thought for a moment and replied.
"Okay, Dad, then we'll discuss it and plan to leave for home in the next two days. We'll call you before we arrive." Wang Hao replied after a moment of thought.
"Hmm, then let us know in advance. When you're about to arrive, have your father pick you up in Town." Knowing that her children insisted on coming back, their mother naturally felt very pleased.
"Alright, Mom, we'll talk later. We're going to check the train tickets for our return." Wang Hao and Wang Lan said with smiles on their faces.
After hanging up the phone, the brother and sister looked at the starry sky, their hearts filled with thoughts of their parents and concern for their hometown.