Chapter 718: 718: Can't Even Fry an Egg Properly

The two New Year’s Eve dishes brought to the family mansion for them to taste.

And “Fresh Vegetarian” introduced a special lamb spine hotpot gift box, also sold after being frozen.

“With so many dishes, I just need to add a few hot dishes.” Cindy Clarke said with a smile, “I’m a chef, and I’m very fast. You can go celebrate the New Year with Butler Howard.”

In the end, after much persuasion, Aunt Evans and Butler Howard were finally sent away.

Moreover, Aunt Evans had prepared all the ingredients, so Cindy Clarke didn’t need to do any more work.

She could just start cooking.

Just as she was about to start, Adrian Zhekova and Maverick Zhekova came home.

Due to the New Year, many of their employees from other places had taken a few days off to go home early, to avoid the travel rush season.

The employees who lived in Belfard stayed until today.

But because it was New Year’s Eve, the company let employees off early today, allowing them to leave first.

Therefore, when Adrian Zhekova and Maverick Zhekova entered, it was only four-thirty.

Upon entering, they saw that the little one was already tired and lying on the sofa.

He had played with his Switch before, doing a lot of physical activities, and even sweating.

Since the little one had limited energy, he now had little spirit left.

“Grandfather, Daddy.” The little kid saw the two men come in but was too lazy to get up, calling them listlessly.

Adrian Zhekova raised an eyebrow: “What happened to you?”

Old Madam laughed and told him what the little one had done in the afternoon, “He tired himself out.”

He didn’t feel it while playing, but now, listening to Old Madam’s words.

He was surprised to find that he had done so much exercise in the afternoon.

The energetic little one, who didn’t like exercising, collapsed back onto the sofa.

It was even more exaggerated this time, sticking out his tongue like a little dog who had collapsed from exhaustion.

Adrian Zhekova: “…”

Maverick Zhekova couldn’t help laughing: “This little fellow is quite mischievous.”

He walked over, and seeing that the little one was tired, he didn’t pick him up to play.

Instead, he bent down and rubbed his face against the little one’s for a while.

“Ouch, Grandpa, your stubble is so hard!” The little one felt the prickly and ticklish sensation from Maverick’s stubble.

Old Madam saw that the little one’s tender cheeks were rubbed red by Maverick’s stubble, and quickly let him get up, “Before you kiss Morgan, shave your beard first!”

Maverick Zhekova touched his chin, feeling quite clean, “I shave every morning.”

“It’s been a day, and quite a lot has grown back. Unless you shave your chin smooth, you’re not allowed to touch Morgan!” Old Madam said.

This time, the Old Master unexpectedly sided with the Old Madam, saying: “Right! Your mother is right! You listen to her!”

Maverick Zhekova: “…”

The Old Master came over and stretched out his chin, “Look at me, I shaved this morning, then again at noon. Now my chin is still smooth. I can kiss Morgan anytime!”

Maverick Zhekova: “…”

Morgan excitedly held his face, “No wonder I felt so smooth when Great Grandfather kissed me today!”

“I didn’t expect Great Grandfather to do so much for me.” The little one praised while shaking his head, “Great Grandfather is so thoughtful!”

The Old Master was immediately flattered by the little one’s praise and became more energetic.

“Morgan is such a thoughtful child.” The Old Master was extremely moved.

Maverick Zhekova: “…”

What did the little one do to deserve being called thoughtful?

Did he only praise the Old Master a few times?

“He could feel how smooth my chin was, so attentive.” The Old Master continued to praise.

Maverick Zhekova: “…”

Morgan grinned happily, feeling like the beloved of the Zhekova family.

Seeing his reaction, Adrian Zhekova knew exactly what was going through the child’s mind.

He sneered and ruthlessly crushed Morgan’s dream: “You might as well take advantage of your cuteness now. Once you grow up and lose your cuteness, you won’t be so lucky.”

Especially when he and Cindy Clarke give birth to a little sister for Morgan.

By then, who wouldn’t love a soft little girl!

No one would remember Morgan then.

At that time, Morgan would be yesterday’s leftover vegetables.

Morgan: “…”

“Then I’ll take advantage of it now and be as cute as possible.” The little one suddenly felt a sense of crisis.

He immediately stretched out his hand towards Maverick Zhekova: “Grandpa, hug!”

“I just came in from outside, and my body is cold.” Maverick Zhekova said, “Just wait a moment.”

While saying this, Maverick Zhekova took off his coat.

Feeling that his sweater inside wasn’t so cold anymore, he quickly picked up the little one.

“I don’t dislike hugging you.” Maverick Zhekova hurriedly explained.

Having spent so much time together, Maverick Zhekova knew that this little guy was quite vengeful.

He had to explain himself very clearly.

Otherwise, if the little one held a grudge in the future, he wouldn’t let him hug him.

“I just waited for my clothes to warm up; otherwise, it wouldn’t be good for you to get cold.” Maverick Zhekova said.

“I know!” The little one said cheerfully, “Grandpa is so considerate too!”

Maverick Zhekova was immediately happy, and he teased Old Master with a dancing look in his eyes.

Look, it’s not just the Old Master who can be considerate.

He is considerate too!

Old Master: “…”

On this side, eyebrows and eyes fought like knives and swords.

Cindy Clarke decided not to get involved and quietly went back to the kitchen.

The kitchen was safe.

Adrian Zhekova felt that his son was not as fragrant as his wife.

So he took off his coat and followed Cindy Clarke into the kitchen.

Cindy Clarke was cutting beef strips, and Adrian Zhekova asked, “What are you planning to cook tonight?”

Cindy Clarke smiled at him and said, “We have Poon Choi and Buddha Jumps over the Wall at home, just need to heat it up. Aunt Evans also cooked a lot of braised dishes.”

“I’ll just add a few more hot dishes. I’ll make Tinfoil Beef, Braised Pork, Apple Honey Roasted Chicken, Shrimp Tofu Steamed Egg. Aunt Evans also bought King Crab and Western Rock Lobster.”

“King Crab is best steamed for the freshest taste, and since it’s steamed, I’ll make the Western Rock Lobster sweet, sour and spicy.” Cindy Clarke said, “I’ll also make a Sautéed Spicy Fish.”

Having chicken and fish for the New Year’s Eve Dinner brings good luck.

These dishes may not be rare, but family dinner tables can’t do without them, symbolizing auspiciousness and good luck.

“That’s it.” Cindy Clarke said.

“Then let me help.” Adrian Zhekova rolled up his sleeves and said.

“There’s no need.” Cindy Clarke hurriedly said, knowing that this man couldn’t cook.

Didn’t she know Adrian Zhekova?

He had no clue about kitchen stuff.

Although Pingla specialized in food, he couldn’t even cook a fried egg himself.

If he really wanted to help, he might end up doing more harm than good.

“These dishes may look like a lot, but they are actually quite simple and will be done quickly. Plus, Aunt Evans prepared all the ingredients for me; I just need to cook them.”

“Then I’ll just be here, and if you need me to do anything, just say.” Adrian Zhekova said without giving up.