After watching the children board the spaceship and waving goodbye to Lotta, I turned and searched for a hovercar. I quickly found a suitable one and climbed in. I expertly entered my destination—the vegetable market. About ten minutes later, the car came to a smooth stop at the market entrance.

I got out of the car, took a deep breath, and felt the fresh morning air and sunshine. It's vacation time, and I can finally rest up! It's rare to get up so early this morning! So, why not take this opportunity to buy some groceries so I don't have to make these trips over the next few days? Besides, Wei'er will be home soon, and I need to prepare a hearty meal for her. Thinking of this, I couldn't help but smile in anticipation.

Walking into the market, it was bustling with activity and buzzing with people. Stalls were filled with a vibrant array of fruits and vegetables. I carefully selected each ingredient, mentally planning how to combine them into a delicious dish. Soon, my hands were laden with bags, but a satisfied smile still adorned my face.

Suddenly, my eyes were drawn to something in the corner. It turned out to be my favorite dish! However, the people passing by ignored it, as if it didn't exist.

"Auntie, how much is this per pound?" I curiously picked up a handful of taro flowers and asked the vegetable seller. She looked at me blankly and said, "Girl, you don't know! I grow a lot of taro at home! Every year in June and July, a flower grows from the center of these taro plants. We eat taro often, but I've never tasted taro flowers. However, I saw some animals eating them, so I thought they shouldn't be poisonous, so I picked some and took them home to try. The result, oh my god, was really shocking! After frying them, I took a bite, and my whole mouth was numb, and I almost couldn't breathe. I had no choice but to throw them away. Later, I tried to take some to the vegetable market to sell, thinking that maybe someone would know how to deal with this vegetable and sell it at a low price. See if you can give me some money and sell it to you at a low price. But do you know how to make it?"

"Auntie, I really like to study food. I saw that you were the only one selling this vegetable in the market, so I wanted to buy some to try." I didn't directly tell the vegetable seller that I knew how to prepare taro flowers, and I decided not to tell anyone anything.

"Then let me give you some, girl! I'm just trying my luck to see if anyone knows how to process the taro flowers. If I sell them to you, it won't be good if you can't eat them. Since you want to try it, I'll give you some and you don't have to buy it. It's a good thing if you can try it and find out that it's edible. It's a waste of money if you buy it and can't eat it." After arguing with the aunt for a while, she still didn't want the money. Seeing that there were still some taro on her stall, I bought some taro from her, just in time to go home and make taro chicken.

"Okay, thank you, Auntie. Your taro looks really good!" I said with a smile.

"Haha, the taro in my house is all grown by ourselves, so it's absolutely fresh and delicious!" Auntie introduced proudly.

"That's great! I was worried that I couldn't find such good taro!" As I said this, I already started thinking about how to make a delicious taro chicken.

"Girl, if you think it tastes good, please come and support my business more often in the future!" said the aunt enthusiastically.

"Of course!" I nodded repeatedly.

After paying, I grabbed the taro flowers and taro and went to the meat section next to it to buy a chicken drumstick. All the interstellar species were magnified versions of their Blue Planet days; this drumstick was bigger than my face. But for me, it was more than enough. After all, I was eating alone, and I wanted taro to go with it, so one drumstick was more than enough.

I looked at the food in my hands and felt a deep sense of satisfaction. These ingredients were all my favorites, and the prices were reasonable. Life here is really convenient, and you can buy all kinds of delicious food. Thinking of this, I couldn't help but smile.

Finally, I left the market feeling very satisfied. I had a good harvest today, and I was sure that these ingredients would allow me to make delicious dishes.

After getting off the maglev train, I trudged home, carrying my bags. Luckily, the government had allocated me a one-bedroom, one-living-room, one-story house with a yard. If not, I wouldn't know how I'd get all this stuff home. After unloading everything from the maglev train, I sat down, breathless, to rest for a while. Watching the train drift away, I was once again filled with admiration for the high technology of the interstellar age.

I went back and forth three times before I finally got all the fruits and vegetables home. It seems that I should not buy too many items at once just to save trouble. After all, there are small carts that can be used in the vegetable market, but once I get on the hovercraft, the cart will automatically return to the cart parking area in the market.

By the time I finished moving everything, I was completely exhausted and had no energy left. I lay down on the soft carpet and rested quietly for twenty minutes, finally regaining my energy. It was almost eleven o'clock, just in time to start preparing lunch.

I couldn't wait to prepare the taro chicken. First, clean the chicken, cut it into pieces, and blanch it to remove the fishy smell. Then, peel the taro and cut it into small pieces. Next, heat oil in a wok and sauté the scallions, ginger, and garlic until fragrant. Add the chicken and stir-fry until it changes color. Then, add cooking wine, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and sugar and stir-fry until combined. Finally, add an appropriate amount of water and the taro. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low and simmer for about 30 minutes, until the chicken and taro are cooked through and flavorful.

When the fragrant taro chicken emerged from the pot, I couldn't resist taking a bite and was immediately captivated by its delicious flavor. The taro was soft, sweet, and the chicken was tender and juicy; the two were a perfect match. This taro chicken not only allowed me to savor the joy of food, but also made me appreciate the beauty of life.

After lunch, I suddenly felt the urge to give my house a thorough cleaning. I've been cleaning since arriving on this planet, but with all the advanced technology here, I always feel like it lacks a human touch. I remember back on Blue Planet, I'd wash my sheets and duvet covers every week and hang them out in the sun. That sun-kissed smell was incredibly comforting, and it made me sleep soundly. So, instead of just thinking about it, let's get started!

I removed the sheets and duvet cover from the bed and carefully placed them in the washing machine. As the machine started, I set to work organizing the living room. Although I always try to keep it tidy afterward, some things inevitably become cluttered. Now I finally have the time to put some things in more appropriate places that suit my lifestyle.

"Ding!" Suddenly, a crisp chime sounded, a signal from the washing machine that the sheets and duvet covers were clean. I quickly walked to the yard, grabbed the clothes drying rack I'd prepared, and hung the washed sheets and duvet covers on it. The sunlight bathed the white fabrics, emitting a fresh scent.

Then, I returned home to wash the sofa coverings. I preferred the warmth and softness of the interstellar style to the warmth and coolness of the cream. While it's a less stain-resistant style, I simply couldn't resist. So, the second week after moving into my new home, I bought some fabric online and made a set of sofa coverings myself. Later, when my Link account started to generate income, I quickly replaced the dull curtains with lighter shades. This made the room feel brighter, warmer, and more comfortable.

After finishing all the chores, I glanced at the clock and realized it was already 5 p.m. Although I had a delicious taro chicken for lunch, I was already exhausted after a busy afternoon of cleaning.

But I was too exhausted to move, so I got up and headed to the refrigerator, pulling out the grapes I'd bought this morning. I devoured half a bunch in one sitting, feeling instantly satisfied. After filling my stomach, I collected and sorted out the items that had been hung out to dry. About half an hour later, I gazed at the newly renovated room. A gentle breeze blew through, ruffling the curtains, and the entire house seemed filled with the scent of sunshine.

By this time, a thin layer of sweat had seeped through my body, and the sticky feeling was making me feel a little uncomfortable, so I decided to take a hot bath and relax.

After a shower, I felt refreshed and my fatigue had eased considerably. I settled comfortably into bed, pulled out my phone, and prepared to catch up on the latest TV series. Thankfully, aside from making calls and video calls, everything else worked perfectly. Furthermore, the TV series were updated in real time, which was a relief. Without these entertainment activities, my interstellar life would be dull and boring.

"Haha, Xiaoyao, here I come." I thought happily and couldn't wait to open the familiar video player software.

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