Previously, the upgrade of his Cooking Skill had increased Wang Hao's height by a full four centimeters! His slightly chubby figure had also disappeared, replaced by a more robust and strong physique.
Standing in front of Cheng Yufei, Wang Hao's figure appeared lean and capable, exuding a masculine aura.
At this moment, Cheng Yufei gazed at the man before her, who radiated a unique charm. Although his looks weren't as conventionally handsome as most attractive men, he possessed a different kind of appeal.
Especially when she recalled what Wang Hao had just said, it made her see him in a new light, and she silently raised her original evaluation of Wang Hao to a whole new level in her heart.
Perhaps in most people's eyes, not earning money when one has the opportunity is utterly foolish, as people invariably live in a material world.
However, just as the Chinese character for "person" (people) is composed of two strokes—one representing material, and the other representing spirit—they are interdependent and indispensable. If either is missing, then one cannot be considered a complete "person."
It was admirable that Wang Hao resolutely abandoned excessive material pursuits and chose instead to embrace the spiritual world, an act that achieved a harmonious balance between yin and yang.
To some extent, this was undoubtedly a very wise and appropriate life choice.
Facing such a self-aware Wang Hao, how could Cheng Yufei not evaluate him more highly?
"Boss, you truly see things clearly! Then we won't disturb you from going home to rest. We look forward to seeing you again tomorrow!"
Cheng Yufei's face was beaming with a bright smile as she waved goodbye to Wang Hao. After all, there was still a long way to go in the future!
Wang Hao also smiled and nodded in response, indicating 'see you next time.'
Subsequently, the siblings embarked on their journey home together. The sunlight spilled over them, as if draping the entire scene in a golden veil, making one feel incredibly pleasant and comfortable.
On the way home, Wang Hao bought some ingredients. Although he was a bit tired, he still planned to cook a meal himself once he got back.
Because they had been busy non-stop all afternoon, the two of them, who were selling food, hadn't even had a bite to eat.
With his Advanced Cooking Skill, Wang Hao naturally didn't want to simply order takeout to fill their stomachs; wouldn't that be letting his hardworking sister down?
As soon as he returned home, Wang Hao rested briefly before immediately putting on an apron and heading into the kitchen, beginning to orchestrate a culinary symphony.
After a period of bustling activity, dish after dish, all excellent in color, aroma, and taste, were successively placed on the dining table. At this moment, the two, who had been busy for a long time, were already ravenous.
"Congratulations, Advanced Cooking Skill proficiency +1. Current proficiency: Advanced Cooking Skill 249/10000."
"Congratulations, Advanced Cooking Skill proficiency +1. Current proficiency: Advanced Cooking Skill 250/10000."
"Congratulations, Advanced Cooking Skill proficiency +1. Current proficiency: Advanced Cooking Skill 251/10000."
Along with the three pop-up notifications, not long after, two exquisite and delicious side dishes and a steaming pot of noodles were placed on the dining table.
Wang Lan eagerly picked up a mouthful of noodles and was instantly conquered by the delicious taste.
The noodles were cooked to perfection, neither hard nor soft, with an excellent chewiness.
Wang Lan couldn't help but exclaim that she could easily eat two large bowls of just these noodles.
What's more, there were also two flavorful and aromatic dishes to accompany them, which was simply icing on the cake!
Wang Hao heartily enjoyed the delicious food while savoring the wonderful feeling of fullness.
This sense of satisfaction came not only from the taste of the food itself but, more importantly, from being able to share this joy with a loved one.
As the saying goes in the village: "Food eaten quickly tastes better." At this moment, he deeply agreed with this statement.
Recalling the past, before he gained the system, when he was alone with no one to rely on, eating was merely about filling his stomach;
However, now, every day's life is stable, and having family to share meals with truly makes a meal an enjoyment.
During their leisure time after dinner, the two rested briefly at home, waiting for the heat outside to dissipate somewhat before leisurely heading downstairs for a stroll.
Having been in this city for over three years, Wang Hao and his sister rarely had the chance to leisurely stroll the streets together during the day.
Now that they had both leisure and energy, they naturally had to make up for it.
Wang Hao, holding an Erhu, planned to walk with his sister to the nearby People's Park.
If they got tired and had nothing to do, he could play a tune of "little star" and also increase his Erhu Skill proficiency.
Wang Lan had no objection to going to the park, but upon seeing the Erhu in her brother's hand, her face was filled with resistance.
As soon as she saw the Erhu, the melody of "little star" immediately came to mind, followed by the memory of the ear-splitting sound she experienced yesterday; she really didn't want to go through it again.
People often say that repeating simple tasks is the path to success; however, for Wang Lan, repeatedly listening to "little star" was nothing short of torture.
In the end, despite Wang Lan's extreme reluctance, she couldn't win against the stubborn Wang Hao and reluctantly allowed him to bring the Erhu.
However, she made a request to Wang Hao: if he was going to play "little star," he must inform her in advance so she could escape the scene in time and avoid the torment of "demonic sound piercing her ears."
And so, the two leisurely strolled towards People's Park.
At this moment, the park was filled with elderly people seeking refuge from the summer heat.
Wang Hao and Wang Lan walked side by side, chatting and laughing, sharing many childish memories from their past;
They reminisced about bits and pieces of their past years, while also discussing the various changes in their current lives and the current situation of their hometown.
This relaxed and pleasant atmosphere lasted for quite some time. Wang Hao noticed that Wang Lan beside him seemed a bit tired, so he began to think about finding a place where they could rest briefly.
As they continued to walk, a melody mixed with the sounds of various instruments suddenly drifted from not far ahead.
Wang Hao immediately realized that he had found a good place where he could practice his Erhu Skill without disturbing others!
Subsequently, Wang Hao unhesitatingly pulled Wang Lan and quickly walked in that direction.
Not long after, they arrived at a spacious corridor over a hundred meters long.
Many horizontal benches lined both sides of the corridor, with people of all kinds sitting on them.
Some were leisurely chatting and enjoying the cool, savoring the tranquility of the moment;
Some were gathered together playing cards, periodically emitting bursts of laughter;
Others held their phones, live-streaming, showcasing their talents and daily lives;
Of course, there were also enthusiasts playing various instruments, such as the Erhu, guitar, and flute, with music rising and falling like a small concert.
Wang Hao and Wang Lan casually chose an empty seat and sat down to rest for a while.
Immediately after, Wang Hao skillfully placed his beloved Erhu on his lap, ready to play a tune.
Wang Lan, seeing her brother about to start playing the Erhu, immediately spoke up: "Brother, can you please not play 'little star' again? How about playing a different song, please?"
Wang Hao looked at his sister's somewhat pleading eyes, and no longer teased her, smiling and nodding in agreement.
After all, since he had upgraded to Intermediate Erhu Skill, many songs had emerged in his mind. Previously, he only played "little star" because it was short and easy to play. Now that his sister requested it, he would switch to something else.