Brush Up Your Proficiency

"Xiaolan, get ready, dinner's ready!" Along with this shout, Wang Hao's voice, which was as pleasant as heavenly music to Wang Lan, came from the kitchen.

At this moment, for Wang Lan, who was experiencing some kind of torment, this voice was like a timely rain, instantly rescuing her from deep waters.

With a crisp "whoosh," Wang Lan stood up abruptly and rushed towards the kitchen impatiently.

The moment she pushed open the kitchen door, an even stronger, extremely tempting aroma wafted over, almost intoxicating Wang Lan, nearly making her faint.

She quickly hurried forward, her eyes eagerly cast towards the table, where three dishes and a bowl of hot soup had already been neatly arranged.

Judging from the presentation alone, these dishes were already impeccable.

At this moment, she couldn't wait to reach out and devour them.

Fortunately, Wang Hao was still watching her intently.

After all, as an older brother, the aura of authority he exuded was quite deterrent.

The two of them carried the food to the dining table together, all preparations were complete.

After the brother and sister exchanged a glance, they didn't say much, but unhesitatingly picked up their chopsticks and began to enjoy this sumptuous feast.

There was absolutely no sense of politeness or modesty—this was because of the deep affection between them!

Usually, it is said that chefs often lose their appetite after cooking because they inhale too much smoke, but Wang Hao was clearly not like that.

Although he had just finished cooking, he still ate with great relish.

The brother and sister sat at the table, their eyes fixed on the delicious food, as if they had been hungry for a long time.

The chopsticks in their hands moved as fast as lightning, constantly picking food into their bowls.

Wang Hao didn't bother to talk, his mouth wide open, stuffing food into his mouth one bite after another, sometimes even swallowing before he could chew.

Wang Lan was not to be outdone, her small hand tightly gripping the spoon, constantly scooping soup and dishes into her mouth, her speed was astonishing.

Their chopsticks flew back and forth between the plates and bowls, like a fierce battle.

Picking up food, eating, chewing, swallowing, these actions were completed in one go, like chewing gum, they couldn't stop at all.

Before long, the brother and sister's bowls were already empty, but their eyes were still fixed on the empty plates on the table, as if to say they could still eat more.

After the meal, the table was a mess, and before there was time to clean it up, Wang Lan blinked her big, watery eyes and curiously asked her brother Wang Hao:

"Brother, how on earth did you make an ordinary cabbage so delicious?

If you had mastered such cooking skills earlier, our hometown wouldn't be short of cabbage, wouldn't we have been able to enjoy ourselves often when we were young!"

As she spoke, Wang Lan was already immersed in beautiful fantasies.

"Haha, it's still you, Xiaolan, who is greedy and knows how to taste! However, this boiled cabbage with clear soup is not as simple as just boiled water and cabbage..." Wang Hao patiently explained the cooking method to his sister.

Although Wang Lan listened with interest, her slightly confused eyes clearly revealed that she didn't fully understand.

However, Wang Lan figured it out, even if she couldn't learn it, there was still her brother, and it wouldn't affect her enjoyment of the food.

After everything was cleaned up, the brother and sister slowly went downstairs and began to enjoy the leisurely time after the meal.

They strolled along the street, feeling the slight coolness of the breeze brushing against their faces, while also allowing their bodies to get some moderate exercise in order to better digest their dinner.

The city's night is always full of dazzling lights and a lively atmosphere.

The brother and sister walked along, admiring the brightly lit night scene around them.

Under the colorful neon lights, people hurried back and forth, everyone seemed to have their own destination and story.

However, behind this prosperous scene, the brother and sister couldn't help but feel a deep longing for the quiet and bright nights of their hometown.

Wang Lan was straightforward, and with this thought, she didn't hesitate to call her parents.

After all, people who have lived in the countryside know that the nightlife there is far less rich and colorful than in big cities.

In the past, villagers usually went to bed early at night;

But now, with the widespread popularity of smartphones and short videos, everyone's sleep time has been pushed back a lot.

Thinking back to a few years ago, at this time, her parents would probably have already fallen asleep.

Wang Hao and his sister Wang Lan avoided the noisy and bustling places, found a quiet place, and called their father.

"Hello, Dad, Mom, have you eaten yet?" Wang Hao asked with concern.

"Yes, we've eaten! How about you?" His father's low and deep voice traveled to their ears through the phone line.

"We just finished eating too, we're taking a walk on the street, by the way, Mom, how is the wheat in our field now?"

Before her brother could finish speaking, Wang Lan, anxious, quickly interrupted and asked.

"Oh, it's okay! This year's wheat is full, the harvest should be better than last year.

How are you two doing in the city?" Her mother's tone was full of joy, while also revealing her concern for the two of them.

"We're doing fine, we just miss home a little..." Wang Lan replied with a slightly coquettish tone.

"Haha, if you really miss home, then take some time to come back.

Whenever you get home, Mom will make you something delicious!" Her mother said gently to the two people on the screen, her eyes full of affection.

"Okay, let's wait a few days, and then we'll go home and help harvest the wheat together." Hearing this, Wang Hao and his sister Wang Lan agreed in unison.

“No need, your dad and I are enough to handle harvesting the wheat. You two should stay in the city and earn as much as you can. After the harvest, come back whenever you want.”

In this day and age, people's demand for material things is getting higher and higher. Her mother also once lamented:

Over the years, she had never realized the importance of money as deeply as she had in recent years.

“That won’t do, we definitely have to go back! Has anyone started harvesting wheat in our area yet?”

Wang Hao replied firmly, saying that he must go home to help harvest the wheat, and immediately rejected his parents' kindness.

“I heard that they’ve already started harvesting in Qianyuan Town, and it’s estimated that it will be our turn in a few days.” His father tilted his head and thought for a moment before answering.

“Okay, Dad, then we’ll discuss it and plan to go home in the next couple of days. We’ll call you in advance before we get home.” Wang Hao replied after thinking for a moment.

“Okay, then let us know in advance, and when you’re almost there, let your dad pick you up in town.” Knowing that her children were determined to come back, her mother naturally felt very gratified.

“Okay, Mom, then let’s talk about it here first, we’re going to check the train tickets back.” Wang Hao and Wang Lan said with smiles on their faces.

After hanging up the phone, the brother and sister looked at the stars, their hearts filled with longing for their parents and their hometown.