A handsome smile touched Huo Jingrui’s lips when he heard his father’s words. "You haven’t seen her skills. If those people are foolish enough to cause her trouble, it’s hard to say who should really be worried."
Seeing his son’s confidence, Huo Shanhe said, "Since you like that girl, seize the opportunity. If you remain unwanted, you’ll truly become the compound’s confirmed old bachelor."
Huo Jingrui turned and walked out. "There are still two other notorious bachelors in the compound, you know. Don’t try to fool me."
His son’s infuriating retort made Huo Shanhe so angry he wanted to curse.
Just then, Jiang Jingya’s voice called out, "Son, quickly, the dumplings are ready!"
Auntie Zhang followed behind her, carrying a small dish of vinegar sauce. "Dip them in vinegar to eat."
Huo Jingrui glanced at his watch; there was still time. These dumplings were a token of his mother’s and Auntie Zhang’s affection, so he couldn’t refuse. He sat down, tasted one, and gave a thumbs-up. "Auntie Zhang, this filling is perfect! I’m afraid I won’t be able to eat this for a long time, so I’d better have a few more."
Hearing the praise, Auntie Zhang smiled and said, "These dumplings aren’t solely my accomplishment. I prepared the filling, but your mother did all the wrapping."
When Huo Jingrui saw the dumplings that were brought out, he instantly understood. Such ugly dumplings must be a testament to his mother’s profound love for him.
"Not bad," he commented, "you’ve improved a lot. Appearance is secondary for dumplings; the main thing is that the filling doesn’t leak."
Jiang Jingya felt a wave of comfort at her son’s words. "Son, this is the fruit of my entire morning’s labor. Eat more."
He knew his mother truly had no talent in the kitchen. Making these dumplings over an entire morning must have taken every ounce of her strength, so he was very appreciative.
He polished off a large plate of dumplings and even had a small bowl of the dumpling broth.

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