Duofu is almost ten years old, and the twins are eight years old this year. All three of them can cook some home-style dishes.

If we're talking about the best cook among the three, it has to be Duolu. The little guy loves to eat, so he puts in a lot of effort when it comes to cooking.

Duofu said considerately, "Auntie just got back, rest a while, I'll cook the dishes."

Duolu immediately said, "Aunt, I'll cook. My cooking is better than my brother's. You rest and try my cooking later. It's been twenty-five days since I last saw you, and I'm no longer the Duolu you left me with."

Yu Rujia: "Yes, really? Duolu is amazing. Auntie isn't home, and you not only help Auntie take care of your younger brother, but you're also working hard to improve. Thank you for your hard work, Duolu."

"But today is different. You've taken care of your younger brothers for so long, so Auntie wants to cook you a nice meal as a reward. Duole, Mommy's going to cook now, can you come downstairs first?"

From the moment Yu Rujia entered, Duo Le clung to her, her little hands tightly gripping her clothes, as if afraid that she would disappear if she wasn't careful.

Hearing Yu Rujia's words, the little guy was reluctant to let go of his mother, whom he had finally managed to hug. He nuzzled his face affectionately against her, and his big eyes secretly glanced at his mother a few times, his eyes darting around.

Yu Rujia could only continue to comfort her, saying, "Mommy won't leave. Mommy will cook for Duole."

Duole then let go of Yu Rujia, but still followed closely behind her, making Yu Rujia have to be careful when lifting her feet, lest she accidentally knock the little guy over.

Gao Shujing finally finished the repair work for the transportation team and, ignoring the captain's attempts to persuade him to stay, hurriedly rushed home.

The family has several sensible children who can help with chores, but the little guy, Duole, is a bit difficult to manage.

Since Rujia left, Duole has been listless. Once the candy runs out, Duole might go back to crying all the time. I wonder if Rujia will be able to come back before the candy runs out.

With things on his mind, he quickly arrived at his doorstep by bicycle.

Before Gao Shujing even entered the door, he heard laughter coming from inside. Unlike the usual laughter that was meant to be lighthearted and amuse Duo Le, the laughter now was completely genuine and heartfelt.

Gao Shujing's eyelids twitched. Could it be that Rujia has returned?

Thinking this, Gao Shujing didn't even bother to park his bicycle properly and strode towards the source of the laughter.

"Wow, it smells so good! It's the same meat slice soup, but Auntie's smells so much better!" It was Duolu's loud voice.

A surge of joy welled up in Gao Shujing's heart. Sure enough, Rujia had returned. It had only been twenty-odd days since they last met, but it felt like more than twenty years had passed.

Gao Shujing quickened his pace and finally saw his wife surrounded by a group of children in the kitchen, as warm as ever.

Yu Rujia was busy preparing the meat soup and didn't see Gao Shujing arrive.

She responded to Duolu's words, "When Duolu has made more and can control the heat at will, you will be able to make it just as delicious as your aunt."

Duo Xi spotted Gao Shujing in the corner of her eye and called out in a clear voice, "Uncle, you're back."

Yu Rujia looked up and saw Gao Shujing, whose face looked somewhat haggard.

Gao Shujing has a strong mental fortitude and remains calm in the face of adversity. You rarely see him with any expression other than dignified elegance, even in the messy bike shed.

Elegance and refinement seem to be ingrained in his very being.

The two had known each other for many years, but this was the first time they had seen him looking so haggard.

At that moment, he was staring at her without blinking, his eyes fixed on her and nothing else.

This inexplicable feeling of pity for Gao Shujing stirred a pang of sympathy in Yu Rujia.

Yu Rujia put down the basin in her hand and called softly, "Shujing, what are you daydreaming about? When you get back, take Duole to wash his hands. Dinner is about to be served."

As if startled back to his senses, Gao Shujing's exceptionally handsome face slowly blossomed into a bright and gentle smile: "Yes, I'll go put my things away and come over."

When Du Le heard that he was to leave Yu Rujia to wash his hands, he became unhappy again. He stretched out his little arms and hugged her leg, making it clear that he did not want to leave.

Yu Rujia shifted her legs: "Doesn't Duole want to eat Mom's cooking anymore?"

Duole wanted to eat her mother's cooking, but didn't want to leave her mother, so she pouted and said, "Yes."

Yu Rujia: "Mom isn't leaving. Go wash your hands and come back. Mom is still at home."

Duo Shou considerately pulled the little guy along and said, "Duole, come on, Third Brother will take you to wash your hands. Auntie's cooking is delicious. If you wash your hands too late, all the food will be eaten up!"

After putting his things away, Gao Shujing came in and picked up the swaying little guy in his arms: "Come on, Daddy will take you to wash your hands. After you wash your hands, come back and eat Mommy's cooking."

During mealtime, Xiao Duole, who can feed himself, handed a spoon to Yu Rujia and looked at her expectantly, meaning he wanted her to feed him.

Yu Rujia knew that her sudden disappearance for more than 20 days had frightened the little guy, so much so that he now wanted to stick to her all the time.

Gao Shujing patted Duo Le's head and coaxed softly, "Mommy is tired, Duo Le, how about you eat by yourself?"

Du Le's little brain worked for a moment, and just as Yu Rujia was thinking of feeding him, the little guy took the spoon from her hand again.

Duole carefully scooped a spoonful of soup into the bowl and handed it to Yu Rujia: "Mom, drink, drink, soup."

The little guy was tiny and had only recently learned to use a spoon. His hands were still unsteady, trembling as he spilled some soup. But he still tried his best to hold the spoon up, waiting for Yu Rujia to drink it.

Yu Rujia lowered her head and drank the soup, then picked up the little guy and put him on her lap: "Duole, sweetie, let's eat together."

Duole nuzzled against Yu Rujia affectionately. When she tried to take the spoon from him to feed him, Duole didn't give it to her. Instead, he snuggled in her arms, scooped up some soup, took a sip, and then smiled sweetly. His adorable little face melted people's hearts.

At night, the little guy was restless and insisted on sleeping with Yu Rujia.

Gao Shujing, mindful of Duole's previous low spirits, indulged him, thinking he would be intimate with his wife after Duole fell asleep.

As a result, even after falling asleep, Duo Le still clung tightly to Yu Rujia's arm, much to Gao Shujing's annoyance.

This situation continued for several days, until Gao Shujing could no longer be considerate of him.

After giving the little guy a bath, Gao Shujing coaxed and tricked him back to Duofu's room, finally getting what he wanted.

With Yu Rujia's return, the Yu family was once again filled with laughter and joy.

After following Yu Rujia for a few days, Duo Le was relieved to find out that she wouldn't suddenly disappear. He then spent his days wandering around the team with his older brother, carrying steamed buns and other treats.

At first, the little guy would come back to check if his mother was home after wandering around for half an hour. It took a week before he gradually returned to his previous routine of going out.