After Wei'er left, my eyes involuntarily fell on the exquisite mooncakes on the table, and my thoughts drifted away. Looking at this food that symbolizes reunion and happiness, my mind suddenly sparked many new thoughts about the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival.

Now that I'd decided to celebrate the festival, relying solely on convenient shopping apps on my phone wasn't enough. To truly experience the festive atmosphere, I needed to understand the art of mooncake making. So, I began to think about how I could master this traditional craft.

However, some things aren't easy to achieve overnight. Take the current situation, for example. Time is tight, and I'm afraid I won't have time to prepare some of the complex ingredients myself this year. For example, the ham and salted egg yolks needed for mooncakes require a significant amount of time to marinate and process, and with Mid-Autumn Festival just around the corner, this seems out of reach. In desperation, I've resorted to using readily available ingredients. Even so, I've secretly resolved to make homemade bacon a priority once winter arrives and the weather cools. After all, handmade food always has a unique flavor and conveys a deep sense of heart.

With all the wonderful Mid-Autumn Festival fantasies in mind, I immediately took action, logged into the familiar orange app, and carefully selected the ingredients for making mooncakes. After careful comparison and consideration, I finally chose ham, salted duck eggs, and other items. After placing the order, I eagerly anticipated the arrival of these treasures so that I could quickly begin this exciting food journey.

After shopping, I decided to wash up first, freshening up for the busy hours ahead. Before entering the bathroom, I carefully placed my phone on the soft mat I'd laid out in advance. This kept it safe while allowing me to hear the delivery guy knock on the door as he delivered the ham.

When I finished washing up and walked out of the bathroom, I was pleasantly surprised to find that the ham and other items I had been longing for had all arrived! I almost ran to the door, eagerly tearing open the express packages one by one, carefully and meticulously examining each ingredient inside as if I were exploring treasure.

The ham, with its captivating hue, seemed to have been kissed by the sun, exuding a rich, mellow aroma that made my mouth water. Then there were the salted duck eggs, their shells as smooth and delicate as pearls. Just looking at them revealed their superior quality. I nodded with delight, imagining the crucial and exciting role they would play in the upcoming mooncakes.

Then, I settled into my couch, leisurely scrolling through short videos and delving into mooncake-making techniques. Recipes and detailed tutorials flashed across the screen. While I knew I might not be able to perfectly adhere to these professional standards, I remained passionate and confident, determined to fully utilize the high-quality ingredients available and do my best to create delicious and unique mooncakes.

Over the next two days, as the Mid-Autumn Festival drew ever closer, my life rhythm seemed to shift. Each day, I'd deliberately carve out a few precious moments to devote to the small world of my kitchen. It felt like a magical laboratory filled with endless possibilities, and I became a tireless experimenter, constantly trying out new and unique recipes and methods.

Sometimes, I'd pore over an old cookbook (bought on Orange), trying to decipher its mysterious symbols and proportions. Other times, I'd get inspired and combine seemingly unrelated ingredients, hoping they'd create something amazing. However, like any adventure, I'd naturally encounter my fair share of setbacks along the way.

Once, the batter I mixed according to my own creativity didn't rise as expected during baking, but turned into a hard "rock". Another time, the syrup I carefully prepared became too thick and difficult to flow smoothly because I didn't control the heat properly. However, these small failures did not make me frustrated or discouraged. On the contrary, they were like beacons, illuminating my path forward and allowing me to gain a deeper understanding of the exquisite art of cooking.

Every time I face setbacks, I tell myself: Don't give up! Learn from your failures and keep moving forward. It's this positive and optimistic attitude that makes me even more immersed in this challenging and surprising journey of learning and exploration. Whether it's the satisfaction of tasting delicious results when I succeed, or the growth I gain from reflecting and improving after failure, I deeply feel that every moment in the kitchen is precious and meaningful.

Finally, on the day before Mid-Autumn Festival, after countless attempts and failures, my mooncake-making experiment was a complete success! At that moment, I was overwhelmed with joy, as if the whole world had become brighter. With this successful experience, we can start making mooncakes on a large scale!

Through numerous trials and tribulations, my friends and I gradually mastered the key techniques of mooncake making. From initial flusteredness to today's mastery, our production speed has improved dramatically. During that time, we toiled almost non-stop, completely immersed in the craft, oblivious to fatigue. The atmosphere was filled with a rich festive atmosphere, and the sound of laughter and joy echoed throughout our ears, bringing warmth to our hearts.

As the number of mooncakes grew, a new challenge arose: how to beautifully package these delicious mooncakes? To this end, everyone took action, collecting various materials such as colorful paper and soft, smooth ribbons. Then, they used their imagination and creativity to personally design exquisite mooncake gift boxes.

During the packaging process, we cleverly incorporated many unique and ingenious creative elements, striving to make each gift box unique. Some boxes are meticulously tied with colorful ribbons into beautiful bows, resembling dancing butterflies; others are affixed with warm, handwritten greeting cards, each line filled with sincere emotion. The satisfaction of seeing my hard work come to life is simply indescribable.

When the boxes of exquisite mooncakes finally appeared before our eyes, we were all deeply moved. These mooncakes are more than just tempting delicacies; they are like precious gifts that embody our heartfelt wishes. They carry our love and best wishes for our loved ones, and they are about to be delivered to those who matter most, bringing them a pleasant surprise and touching moment.

We carefully loaded the meticulously packaged mooncakes onto the truck and watched them head to the courier. These mooncakes carried not only deliciousness and blessings, but also our deepest gratitude. For those long-time friends and those who have selflessly helped me, each received a heartfelt mooncake gift box. As for the most important person, General Ed, since I didn't have his direct contact information, I had to mail the mooncakes to the Third Army headquarters and ask the staff there to deliver them to him.

A few days later, Admiral Ed finally received this Mid-Autumn Festival gift from afar. Unexpectedly, he called me personally to express his gratitude.

"Thank you, little one. To be honest, this is the most special and precious gift I have received in all these years!" Admiral Ed's voice was slightly low, but at this moment it was clearly mixed with a trace of imperceptible sobs.

I was very surprised to hear this. I had always thought of Admiral Ed as a cold and serious person, but I never thought he had such a soft and emotional side.

"Oh, by the way, little guy. If we have the chance to meet next time, I will definitely prepare a big surprise for you!" Admiral Ed suddenly said mysteriously.

When I heard this, my curiosity was instantly piqued, and I quickly asked, "What kind of surprise is it?"

However, Admiral Ed simply laughed heartily and replied, "Haha, I won't tell you yet! You'll know when you see it!" He then hung up the phone, leaving me alone, eagerly wondering what that so-called "surprise" would be...

My heart felt like it was ignited by a fiery flame, filled with anticipation for the unknown. It felt like I was about to uncover a hidden treasure. My heartbeat quickened, my breathing quickened. I wondered what kind of unimaginable surprise he would bring me, perhaps a lovingly prepared gift or a truly romantic date. Every possibility flashed through my mind, filling me with excitement.

However, all of this remains uncertain; there are more important things to accomplish. Once all the mooncakes are successfully shipped, I can finally embark on my journey to Snow Planet to spend the Mid-Autumn Festival with my adorable little ones and attend their closing ceremony. The thought of seeing those innocent smiles soon fills my heart with warmth, instantly dispelling any travel fatigue.

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