It was already difficult enough to sculpt a pastry into the shape of a flower. But Liu Ming was even more abnormal; he could actually control the state of the flower's bloom.
After witnessing the shocking scene before them, they finally understood why those pastries had been in the shape of flower buds earlier.
All of it was to let the world see that moment of its bloom.
It was truly too beautiful.
Looking at the sacred lotus before them, their souls seemed to be cleansed.
"Xiao Ming Gege, can I learn this?" Xiao Lingyin came up to Liu Ming, her adorable big eyes looking at him expectantly.
Liu Ming reached out and gently ruffled her little head, "Of course you can, but Xiao Lingyin needs to grow a little bigger first."
"Oh, then Xiao Lingyin will work hard to grow up." Xiao Lingyin was a little disappointed, but more than that, she was happy, because she could learn it once she grew up.
"Everyone, come and try it," Liu Ming suggested.
Everyone reacted, excitedly picking up a lotus pastry.
However, looking at the delicate and sacred flower before them, everyone felt a little hesitant to eat it.
Every time they took a bite, a sense of guilt couldn't help but rise in their hearts.
"Haha, it's really too beautiful. I'm going to save it first!" Xiao Yu took out her phone and took several pictures.
Seeing this, Sora and the others' eyes lit up, and they also started taking photos.
"Xiao Yu, were those photos you posted last time also made by Xiao Ming Ge?" Xiao Lu then remembered that Xiao Yu had posted many delicious foods on her social media not long ago.
"Yes, and they were delicious!" Xiao Yu nodded.
Seeing this, Liu Ming stopped paying attention to them and began to taste it himself.
As he brought it close to his mouth, a refreshing lotus fragrance wafted over, followed by the crispy aroma of browned flour, making his throat involuntarily stir.
Gently biting off a petal, a crisp sound immediately rang out, and a subtly sweet and refreshing taste instantly burst on his tongue. Although not intense, it moisturized his mind like a clear spring, allowing him to enjoy a serene comfort.
Biting off another petal, that ethereal feeling appeared once again, making him involuntarily immerse himself in it.
When the others also began to enjoy it, the entire restaurant suddenly fell silent.
Each of them was lost in a fantasy of delicious food.
Time flew by, and before they knew it, it was time for the restaurant to open. Liu Ming could only ask them to go upstairs to the second floor.
At noon, almost no one ordered special dishes, so the kitchen could be left to Sister Toru and Elma. Liu Ming himself needed to continue entertaining these young guests.
This gave Liu Ming a legitimate excuse to slack off.
"Are all of you going to eat here for lunch?" Liu Ming's gaze was more focused on Xiao Yu and the others, as their homes were not far from here.
"Is that even a question? Of course we are!" Xiao Yu said matter-of-factly.
Anko lowered her head but had no intention of leaving.
Xiao Lu and Xiao Nai exchanged glances, a little tempted but also a little embarrassed.
"Alright, fine, a few more of you won't make a difference. But if you want to eat, go downstairs and help greet customers now," Liu Ming sighed helplessly.
Xiao Yu didn't mind. She pulled her friends and, with Sora's help, changed into qipao uniforms.
Xiao Lu and the others never expected to have to change clothes to help out here. They felt a little shy.
But for the sake of food, they could only endure it, and these qipaos were quite pretty.
After they left, only Liu Ming was left to entertain everyone.
Xiao Anzu once again clung to Liu Ming.
"It seems Xiao Anzu really likes Mr. Liu." Teacher Yamamoto looked at the two playing with a smile.
"Of course! My mom gave me permission. I'm going to be Xiao Ming's wife in the future," Xiao Anzu said seriously.
"Xiao Ming?" Grandma Doma asked curiously.
"Yes, since we're going to be husband and wife in the future, it's more appropriate to call him by his name. Doesn't Xiao Ming always call me Xiao Anzu?" Xiao Anzu covered her face with her hands, explaining shyly.
"I see. Well, Xiao Anzu, you'll have to work hard then. Grandma will support you." Grandma Doma was not only not surprised, but even seemed happy.
"Thank you, Grandma! Xiao Anzu is full of motivation now!" After getting approval from others, Xiao Anzu was even happier, clinging to Liu Ming.
"Xiao Anzu is really amazing!" Xiao Mei said enviously.
"Go, Xiao Anzu!" Xiao Dong raised her fist towards Xiao Anzu.
Liu Ming was speechless. Why were they all egging Xiao Anzu on? She was only in kindergarten!
"Xiao Ming, you're really something. You're already an adult, yet you're still so shy." Xiao Anzu had a look of 'I can't do anything about you' and then continued proudly, "That's how love is; one person always has to take the initiative."
"Xiao Anzu is so amazing, she knows so much!" Xiao Mei clapped her hands.
"That's right! My mom told me that's how she chased after Dad," Xiao Anzu explained.
"So, when did Xiao Anzu fall in love with Xiao Ming?" Grandma Doma also became interested. This little girl seemed very amusing.
"It was on a beautiful, sunny morning. I was strolling on the street, and then Xiao Ming came over to talk to me. Really, Xiao Ming startled me back then!" Xiao Anzu once again showed a shy expression.
"Oh~~~"
The few people present immediately let out exaggerated cheers.
Liu Ming was afraid of them and found an excuse to escape to the kitchen.
However, they didn't stop the interesting topic and continued to encourage Xiao Anzu to talk.
"Since you like Big Brother Liu Ming so much, have you confessed to him?" Seeing that Liu Ming wasn't there, Doma Naosumi also started to tease.
Xiao Anzu said calmly, "Actually, I know Xiao Ming likes Xiao Anzu even without confessing. It's just that Xiao Ming is too shy and too embarrassed to say it."
"Oh~~~"
"Xiao Anzu is so amazing!"
"Love is truly painful. The deeper the feelings, the more it hurts. I will definitely make Xiao Ming say 'I like you' on his own."
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"Then Xiao Anzu, you must work hard!" Grandma Doma said.
"Teacher also supports you!" Teacher Yamamoto said gently.
Receiving everyone's blessings, Xiao Anzu showed a happy smile.