Facing him will undoubtedly heighten his awareness. Whether or not she can win his trust remains uncertain. I hope you are the guiding spirit in the sky, and may you bless your daughter with the ability to earn his confidence…” Lin Wan’er (ni) felt a moment of conflict in her expression. She reached down to gently touch the scroll lying on the ground and whispered, “If… if Charlie still has doubts about my daughter… if he sees her as an adversary… then my daughter may have to reveal everything…” At this point, Lin Wan’er (ni) paused, allowing the weight of her words to settle.
Tears began to well in her eyes, and as two streams of sorrow slid down her cheeks, she made no move to wipe them away. Instead, she spoke tenderly, “My daughter will always remember your words from before you departed. You advised me to keep my past and experiences a secret, and I have never disobeyed you. This is my final wish… But if therees a day when my daughter feelspelled to share these truths with Charlie, I pray you, spirit of the heavens, do not hold it against her…”
Once she finished speaking, Lin Wan’er (ni) wiped her tears and bowed three times to her father’s spirit tablet.
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Later that evening, after her lecture, Nanako Ito drove home to Tomson Yipin by herself.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">
Upon her return, she found that her father and aunt had already prepared all the ingredients she requested.
Knowing that Charlie would be dining at home, Yuhiko Ito was filled with delight.
He had long viewed Charlie as an ideal son-inw and appreciated how kind Charlie had always been to him.
Excitedly, Nanako hurried into the kitchen to prepare a meal for Charlie.
She began by slicing some premium seafood for sashimi, then heated oil to fry a delicious tempura filled with seafood and vegetables.<fne098> Content originallyes from F?nd-Novel</fne098>
Helping her was Aunt Emi Ito. As they crafted dish after dish, Emi couldn’t help but interject, “Nanako, I think it’s time for you to learn some Chinese cooking. Japanese cuisine can be quite mild, and while it’s nice for Chinese men to enjoy it asionally, too much of it might get dull.”
Surprised, Nanako chuckled softly, “Auntie, since I was a child, I’ve always eaten Chinese food from restaurants. I’ve never had the chance to learn how to cook it… and Chinese cuisine is so intricate! There are countless spices and specific techniques involved. Unlike Japanese dishes, which often just require good seafood, a few simple slices, and a dash of soy sauce and wasabi, Chinese dishes have a myriad of steps and nuances. Without guidance, it’s tough to master…” She added, “I’ve attempted it before. I’ve read cooking tutorials online and tried making some Chinese recipes, but I always seem to make mistakes during the process…”
Emi Ito smiled and replied, “That’s easy to fix. I’ve noticed a fantastic cooking school in Aurous Hill recently. They specialize in training novices and excel at local cuisine, which should be perfect for Mr. Wade’s tastes.”
Nanako sighed, “Auntie, I spend most of my time training in martial arts. How can I possibly find time to learn cooking?” Emi Ito grinned and suggested, “I could enroll first. Once I learn, I can teach you at home. The time you spend studying martial arts in Aurous Hill is also a great opportunity to build your connection with Mr. Wade. If you learn more about Aurous Hill’s culinary skills, it’ll surely impress him.” Nanako’s eyes widened in surprise, “Really? Auntie, are you genuinely willing to help me learn first?”