Chapter 221: Thought a Fight Was About to Break Out

Chapter 221: Chapter 221: Thought a Fight Was About to Break Out

Nan Zhi, a smile on her face, quietly tiptoed up behind Nan Yi.

The students in his group were all busy with their heads down, working hard to make spring pancakes. No one looked up, so they didn’t notice Nan Zhi approaching...

The table was a bit too high, so Nan Yi was standing on a small stool.

Although he was small, his work style was calm and steady; he had already picked up a bit of Nan Zhi’s flair.

As the youngest child, he had now become the leader of this little team.

He was calmly and methodically giving directions:

"The water’s a little low. Add some more. Stop when I tell you to stop."

"Okay, stir it a bit first."

"I think that’s good."

"..."

Nan Zhi stopped in her tracks, slightly surprised.

She hadn’t expected Nan Yi to do so well. It was his first time mixing batter, yet with just one addition of water, he’d gotten the consistency to the perfect state!

’Looks like he’s quite talented, huh?’

Nan Zhi’s eyes curved in delight as she continued to watch.

Because the real difficulty lay in griddling the spring pancakes—that was a skilled task!

Nan Zhi watched with great interest to see what Nan Yi would do next.

But to her surprise, Nan Yi actually took out a bamboo dragonfly made from one or two small bamboo sticks!

’Isn’t that...’

[Huh? A jianbing guozi artifact?]

[Master Nan is so professional! He even knows to sterilize it with boiling water!]

[No kidding! Our Master Nan learned from Master Nan and inherited the sacred body of a natural-born chef!]

[I’m dying of laughter. Nan Yi is too cute. His serious little face makes me want to squish his cheeks!]

[That’s going too far! He’s being so serious, and all you can think about is how cute my boy is!]

[Nan Yi is so smart to have thought of this trick!]

...

Like some of the viewers, Nan Zhi was surprised that Nan Yi had thought of using a tool!

Moreover, he didn’t try to steal the spotlight. Knowing he was young and his fingers weren’t as nimble as the older kids’, he entrusted the important task of griddling the pancakes to his teammates.

As for himself, he stood with his arms crossed, carefully observing his teammates’ movements. He would occasionally say a word or two but mostly remained quiet, not rashly interfering as his teammates got the hang of making the pancakes.

His little face, with its lingering baby fat, showed no trace of childishness or innocence. Instead, it was extremely serious, his dark eyes holding a calm and composure that belied his age.

Nan Zhi’s smile grew even wider.

Inside, she was filled with boundless pride!

Nan Yi’s group was the first to succeed.

They watched as the teammate in charge of griddling became more and more skilled, and one thin pancake after another was quickly cooked and lifted off...

Qi Zhang, who was on Nan Yi’s team, was so happy he threw his arms in the air and cheered:

"Wow! We’re amazing!"

The commotion spread, and many people turned to look at the sound.

Nan Zhi let out a soft laugh.

Only then did Nan Yi notice his mother behind him. Startled, he spun around so quickly he almost forgot he was still on the little stool. He let out a short "Mama!" and accidentally tumbled toward the floor.

He didn’t cry out. He instinctively squeezed his eyes shut, bracing for the inevitable pain...

Nan Zhi dashed over in a flash, reacting with lightning speed to catch him in her arms!

Her heart was still pounding as she held Nan Yi tightly.

"Are you okay?"

Nan Yi smelled a faint, sweet fragrance and only then realized what had happened.

He nestled in Nan Zhi’s embrace, feeling cozy but also very aware of the other students’ gazes. He struggled a little.

Nan Zhi quickly let him go.

Nan Yi felt a little disappointed, but he quickly perked up.

"Mama, look at our spring pancakes!"

His eyes were filled with tiny, twinkling specks of light, as if the entire galaxy was reflected within them.

The way he was looking at Nan Zhi, eagerly seeking praise, was like a little puppy frantically wagging its tail.

Nan Zhi patted the top of his head.

"I see them. They’re amazing."

Nan Yi jumped for joy.

Though he was clearly proud and pleased, he tried to be awkwardly humble.

"I-It wasn’t that hard, really."

The other students: ??

Nan Zhi said seriously,

"No, the first step is always the hardest. I’m sure you’ll do even better from now on."

"I will!"

Nan Yi replied crisply.

He was even more motivated now.

Then he turned and saw Qi Zhang secretly stuffing a spring pancake into his mouth. His expression changed instantly.

"Qi Zhang!"

Qi Zhang shoved the pancake in even faster. With his mouth full, his words were muffled.

"I’m just trying it... Just trying it..."

Nan Yi was so angry!

’And on second thought, a little hurt, too.’

It was the very first spring pancake they had managed to make, and he had wanted to give it to his mother.

Now Qi Zhang had ruined it!

Furious, Nan Yi smacked a fist on Qi Zhang’s shoulder!

Qi Zhang didn’t get angry; he just giggled.

He could feel that Nan Yi had held back, so the punch wasn’t hard.

He apologetically offered another spring pancake.

"It doesn’t have much flavor, but it’s pretty fragrant when you chew it... Why don’t you try some too?"

Nan Yi glared at Qi Zhang’s hand and refused with a cold expression.

"No, thanks."

He ran off to wash his hands thoroughly before taking a new spring pancake and holding it out to Nan Zhi.

"Mama, eat."

Of course, Nan Zhi wouldn’t refuse.

She took a bite.

’Mm, the batter was mixed well. It’s got a nice chewiness.’

Of course, with her picky palate, she could still find countless flaws.

But because Nan Yi had made it with his own hands, all those flaws were completely overlooked.

Nan Zhi decisively gave him a thumbs-up.

"Delicious!"

Nan Yi broke into a wide grin.

Qi Pei’er, unable to contain her curiosity, came over.

"Really? I don’t believe you... unless you let me have a taste!"

Her true motive was perfectly clear.

However, Nan Yi didn’t act out this time.

He hadn’t really minded that Qi Zhang ate the spring pancake; he simply wanted to save the first one for his mother.

So, Nan Yi generously shared with Qi Pei’er, and he didn’t forget the other teachers either.

He also had all his teammates try some.

[I was so scared when I saw Yiyi get angry just now. I thought the two little cubs were going to fight.]

[I noticed! Our Yiyi didn’t actually use any force; it was just a light push.]

[Don’t you guys think Yiyi has a sharp tongue but a soft heart?]

[Qi Zhang has a great temper too. You always see him goofing around, so his personality doesn’t seem to stand out, but he’s actually very tolerant. I’ve never seen him fight with anyone. He really is a happy puppy!]

[Yiyi usually isn’t protective of his food for himself, but to save it for his mom... Nan Zhi, what did you do to deserve such a sweet and well-behaved kid!]

[Don’t be salty! Nan Zhi is a great mom, too. She’s always so tolerant with her child, and with those cooking skills... I’d be willing to be Nan Zhi’s kid too!]

["My God of Cookery Mom" and "My Genius Baby," it’s a truly mutual devotion!]

...

The audience was sighing with emotion.

But Nan Zhi’s feelings were genuinely complex.

Thinking about the male protagonist and the great villain from the original book’s plot, who were destined to become mortal enemies, now getting along without a hint of friction—their heads huddled together, discussing mixing a new bowl of batter, their two small faces still innocent and pure, untouched by hardship and suffering...

Nan Zhi hoped that a scene like this could last forever.