Free Web NovelChapter 580: Chapter 500: Among Their Peers, How Many Can Compare?
As the clock’s hands quietly slid past four o’clock...
The entrance of Dorami Kindergarten gradually became lively.
The reason was simple.
The parents, as if having made an appointment, arrived here early to welcome their beloved little ones, whom they both love and sometimes find challenging.
To be more accurate,
they were eagerly anticipating the first handmade culinary creations of their little treasures.
Upon stepping into this area...
The parents’ eyes swiftly scanned the crowd, weaving among familiar faces.
Whenever their gazes met, a smile naturally appeared on their lips, followed by warm greetings and casual proximity. They gathered in small groups, sharing snippets and funny stories of their children’s growth.
Among this group of expectant parents, one mother particularly stood out, emitting a certain indescribable charm, like a powerful magnet drawing the other parents towards her.
This mother was none other than.
The mother of Lin Pengyi from class 4—Qu Qing.
She stood there, cheerfully sharing interesting anecdotes about the class with her vivid storytelling style.
"Pengpeng’s mom, is that news really true?" Tiantian’s mom asked curiously, "Did Qingqing’s dad really teach the kids to make pan-fried buns this afternoon?"
"Absolutely true!" Qu Qing replied with a serious look of "you can question my character, but not my intelligence," nodding confidently. She added, "I specially confirmed with Miss Yang through WeChat. She told me herself that Qingqing’s dad taught how to make pan-fried buns this time. Plus, he is very patient, teaching the kids step by step so that they participate in the entire process, making their food by themselves."
Seeing this, Tiantian’s mom realized she might have been misunderstood and quickly offered an awkward yet polite smile, explaining, "Pengpeng’s mom, don’t get me wrong, I’m not doubting your information. The news is just so surprising that I’m having a bit of a hard time digesting it."
"No problem, I understand," Qu Qing replied with a smile.
At this moment, Hanghang’s mom joined the discussion, her face full of disbelief, "My Hanghang usually procrastinates even when dressing, and now he can make pan-fried buns. I find this quite magical..."
"What’s so strange about that?" Qianqian’s mom said nonchalantly with a smile, "Ever since my Qianqian was chosen as the little chef of the class and learned to make spinach cakes with Qingqing’s dad, she even volunteered to help me make breakfast this morning! And she did it quite professionally, something I wouldn’t have dared to imagine before..."
Li Xiuxian also exclaimed emotionally, "Yes, my Yuanyuan used to only know how to eat, and now she helps with picking vegetables. Haven’t you noticed, the children are really growing up, changing so much!"
Hanghang’s mom thought for a bit and agreed with a nod, "I’ve decided, no matter how Hanghang’s pan-fried buns taste, I will give him plenty of praise and encouragement. After all, it’s rare and commendable for a child at kindergarten age to be so eager to learn cooking. This enthusiasm and attempt are worth appreciating in themselves!"
"Yes, yes, such young little kids learning culinary skills are indeed rare and precious!" Qu Qing nodded repeatedly, taking a deep breath, indulging in the aroma in the air, and said with anticipation, "Honestly, the aroma wafting from the garden smells quite nice! It should taste good, I suppose?"
"With Qingqing’s dad, such a culinary expert around, the taste is surely guaranteed, at least not uneatable." Tiantian’s mom smiled, but there was a hint of worry in her eyes, "Though I’m a bit worried, what if the kids truly develop a deep interest in cooking and even dream of becoming chefs, what should we do? Last night Tiantian was seriously saying with toy pots and pans that she wants to be a big chef when she grows up."
Li Xiuxian warmly said, "Actually, I think if a child can take cooking as a dream, it’s a very beautiful thing. As a mother, my biggest hope is for her to grow up healthy and happy. Whatever path she chooses, as long as it’s what she truly loves, I will support her unconditionally."
"Indeed, a child’s joy and happiness are what we care about the most." Tiantian’s mom nodded slightly, her eyes glistening with resonance, then with a bit of curiosity, "Speaking of which, Qingqing’s dad’s culinary skills are really extraordinary. I’ve always been curious, where did he learn such excellent skills? Despite many inquiries, I’ve found nothing. It’s really mysterious!"
Qu Qing smiled and took the conversation, "Indeed, Qingqing’s dad’s culinary skills are so extraordinary that his teacher must be a hidden master, perhaps like those reclusive experts in the mountains, unconcerned with worldly matters..."
Just as everyone was engrossed in their discussion, lost in their imaginations, a melodious school bell gently rang, like a clear stream flowing, brushing through each individual’s heart, warmly reminding them that a wonderful day was drawing to a close amidst the children’s cheerful laughter.
