Chapter 736 - 555: We’re Going to the Resort!

Chapter 736: Chapter 555: We’re Going to the Resort!

Not long after...

A rich aroma of taro paste quietly wafted from the slight opening of the oven, gently permeating the entire kitchen, then playfully slipped through the door into every corner of the dining room.

"Papa, it smells so good..."

Qingqing and Weiwei, having just finished the delicious egg dumplings and steaming congee with preserved egg and lean pork in their bowls, found their little noses irresistibly drawn to the enticing fragrance. They quickly slid off their dining chairs and lightly stepped toward the kitchen, eagerly pushing open the door and heading in the direction of the oven.

Fortunately, they remembered their father’s warning: the oven is extremely hot while it’s working, and children must keep a certain distance and not touch it.

So...

They stopped in unison about half a meter from the oven, instinctively hiding their hands behind their backs.

How well-behaved!

As Huang Jun, wearing oven mitts, carefully took out the tray of taro paste chrysanthemum pastries, an even stronger aroma filled the air, causing Qingqing and Weiwei to swallow involuntarily.

It’s easy to imagine this enticing fragrance wafting through windows and doors, carried by the breeze, making the neighbors envious and unable to resist temptation.

The freshly baked taro paste chrysanthemum pastries were not only fragrant but also had a purple hue, thanks to the addition of purple sweet potato powder, making the petals distinct and particularly enticing.

The golden egg wash in the middle and the sprinkling of white sesame seeds were like finishing touches, decorating the pastry like a blooming, exquisite chrysanthemum.

A true feast for the eyes!

Visually delightful!

Seeing Qingqing and Weiwei’s eager little faces, Huang Jun smiled as he picked up two pieces of taro paste chrysanthemum pastry, gently blowing away the steam until they were no longer hot, then handed them to the girls, kindly reminding them, "Be careful, it’s hot..."

"Mmm, mmm!"

The two little ones nodded excitedly, taking the pastries and immediately puffing out their cheeks, making "hoo hoo hoo" blowing noises.

Huang Jun also picked up a piece and tasted it slowly.

The crispy outer layer of the taro paste chrysanthemum pastry harmoniously blended with the elegant aroma of purple sweet potato, intertwining with the taro fragrance in the air to create a prelude to a taste symphony.

Taking a bite, one could clearly hear the delightful sound of the crust gently cracking in the mouth.

As the outer crust crumbles, the taro paste inside slowly releases, its softness and sweetness smoothly gliding over the tongue, delivering a gentle sensation with a hint of milk fragrance and the unique rich flavor of taro, not overly sweet but perfectly satisfying his craving for sweetness.

And when the tip of the tongue inadvertently touched the white sesame seeds sprinkled on the taro paste, a fresh, elegant, slightly toasted aroma instantly spread, adding the perfect finishing touch to the taste experience of the taro paste chrysanthemum pastry, making the pastry flawless.

In summary, after finishing, the mouth was filled with the aroma of crispy crust mixed with taro fragrance and sesame aroma...

Lingering and unending...

"Papa, this taro paste chrysanthemum pastry is so delicious~"

Weiwei, her little face sprinkled with pastry crumbs, smiled with delight, her eyes becoming crescent-shaped with joy. Before her words even finished, she took another huge bite, her cheeks puffed up like a greedy little squirrel.

"Mmm mmm, truly super delicious!"

Qingqing’s little head bobbed up and down like a chick pecking at grains, quickly taking a big bite herself, her mouth stuffed full, just like an adorable little hamster hoarding food.

Seeing their greedy munching, paired with their slightly bulging little bellies, one couldn’t help but worry that another whole taro paste chrysanthemum pastry might overwhelm their little tummies. So, Huang Jun gently reminded, "Qingqing, Weiwei, after finishing this piece, that’s all we’ll have for now. Otherwise, your little tummies might protest and make you uncomfortable."

They did want to continue eating, but alas, their capacity couldn’t support it...

Their little tummies had already signaled fullness, making it hard to take in more food.

Reluctantly, they nodded, "Got it, Papa..."

Just then...

Perhaps drawn by the aroma of the treats, Orange, along with its kittens, quietly slipped in from outside the door, curling up at Qingqing and Weiwei’s feet. Each of them looked up at the "feasting" Qingqing and Weiwei with bright, wide eyes — just watching silently.

Huang Jun quickly noticed this scene, shaking his head with a smile. He told Orange and its family, "Orange, you know sweets aren’t good for you, so don’t bring your little ones, Meat Bun and Pumpkin Pancake, here to join the fun. Head back to your nest; we’re about to go out."

He then turned to Qingqing and Weiwei, seriously instructing, "Qingqing, Weiwei, remember, absolutely no secret feeding them!"

"Oh, got it..."

Though Qingqing and Weiwei felt reluctant, they obediently nodded, exchanging helpless glances with Orange’s family, who were gazing at them expectantly.

Orange’s family, as if understanding their look, instantly wilted like eggplants after frost, drooping and listless.

Seeing this, Weiwei felt a pang of sadness.

She slyly glanced at Huang Jun, who was engrossed in checking the state of the oven and hadn’t noticed her, then stealthily broke off a tiny piece of taro paste chrysanthemum pastry and gently tossed it to Orange and its family.