I was so scared that I put all my points into health.

For the past few days, Ryan's mother had been busy in the kitchen, grinding several kinds of beans she had bought from the market into juice, trying to figure out which type of bean was best for making soy milk. After repeated trials and tastings, she discovered that only a combination of two beans could produce a satisfactory soy milk flavor. However, Ryan's mother was not satisfied with this. She knew that while plain soy milk was nutritious, its taste was somewhat monotonous.

So, Raine's mother began researching how various seasonings enhanced the flavor of soy milk. She experimented with several different herbs, spices, and condiments, constantly adjusting the proportions and combinations. After repeated trials and tastings, she finally found a perfect combination that not only made the soy milk richer but also added a unique flavor. When Raine's father, Wang Xiaoyi, and the Elf King Dragon (in human form) tasted the soy milk carefully prepared by Raine's mother, they all praised it highly. The Elf King Dragon (in human form) could finally eat fried dough sticks dipped in soy milk, which further increased Wang Xiaoyi's gratitude.

Without the aids of modern society, such as baking powder and seasonings, Raine's mother, relying on her intelligence and love for food, skillfully used various seasonings and, after countless experiments and adjustments, finally succeeded in recreating fried dough sticks.

When Raine's father, Wang Xiaoyi, and the Elf Dragon King (in human form) saw the golden, crispy fried dough sticks in Raine's mother's hands, their faces showed disbelief, as if they were stunned by the magic of this delicious treat. They couldn't wait to crowd around it, each eager to taste this legendary delicacy.

Ryan's father picked up a fried dough stick first, took a small bite, and the crispy outside and tender inside texture exploded in his mouth. He couldn't help but exclaim, "It's so delicious! This is simply the best fried dough stick I've ever eaten!"

Wang Xiaoyi followed closely behind, savoring every detail of the fried dough sticks, completely captivated by their perfect flavor. He exclaimed excitedly, "Mother, it's so delicious! Perfect!"

The Elf Dragon King (in human form) was even more excited. He grabbed several fried dough sticks and began to chew them heartily. The wonderful texture and aroma completely immersed him in the world of food. He ate and praised, "Haha, this is the taste I've been dreaming of! Mother, you are so wonderful!"

Then, each of them picked up a cup of soy milk and dipped their fried dough sticks into it—a match made in heaven. The crispiness of the fried dough sticks and the smoothness of the soy milk blended perfectly, giving their taste buds an unprecedented enjoyment.

The Elf Dragon King (in human form) wiped his mouth contentedly, his eyes sparkling with happiness, and said with emotion, "I always missed the taste of fried dough sticks dipped in soy milk. That unique texture and aroma always left me wanting more. Now, I can finally enjoy such a delicious breakfast at home. I'm so happy. Mother, your cooking is amazing! I love you!"

When Raine's mother heard the Elf King Dragon (in human form) praise her like this, a faint blush rose on her face. She said, somewhat flattered, "Lady Linglong, you are too kind. This is just a simple snack, nothing complicated. It's really too much of a rip-off for you. However, I am very happy to have your kind words."

The Elf Dragon King (in human form) smiled and said, "Mother, please don't be modest. This fried dough stick dipped in soy milk tastes absolutely perfect; it's the best breakfast I've ever had. Your skill and culinary expertise truly impress me."

Raine's father and Wang Xiaoyi chimed in, "Yes, Mother's cooking is absolutely amazing. We'll be able to enjoy such a delicious breakfast every day from now on. We're so lucky!"

Hearing her family's praise, Ryan's mother was filled with joy and satisfaction. She smiled and said, "Since everyone likes it, I'll make it for you more often in the future."

From then on, Raine's mother became the family's "Fried Dough Stick Master." Wang Xiaoyi no longer needed to waste gratitude points to exchange for fried dough sticks for the Elf King Dragon (human form). He knew that this was the result of his mother's hard work and should be cherished.

Taking a break, Wang Xiaoyi handed another stack of pancakes to his mother, his face beaming with anticipation. "Mother, could you tell me if you can come up with some new variations of these pancakes? I think we can add some more treasures to our family's culinary repertoire."

Raine's mother took the pancake, her eyes sparkling with eager anticipation, and said, "This pancake definitely has a lot of room for improvement. I think the pancake skin could be thinner, and the sauce needs to be properly prepared. Maybe we could add some fresh fruit or dried meat; that would definitely make the flavor even richer."

The Elf Dragon King (in human form) leaned over, its eyes sparkling, and said, "Yes, yes, Mother, if you could make even more delicious pancakes, I'd be the first to snatch them all!"

Ryan's father laughed and said, "Don't we know your mother's cooking skills? She could definitely make these pancakes into something amazing."

Raine's mother smiled and nodded: "Then I'll think about it some more and try to make this pancake another signature dish in our family."

In the past, our family was poor, and the food we ate was quite limited. But now that living conditions have improved, we have all kinds of ingredients available, which gives my mother a lot of room to create. She's like a master with magical powers, displaying her talents to the fullest in the little world of the kitchen.

Seeing her so focused and dedicated when preparing meals always warms my heart. However, opening a restaurant is something I really need to think about carefully. It sounds very appealing—it would allow more people to enjoy my mother's cooking and gain wider recognition for her dishes. But considering how hard my mother already works, the management of a restaurant might make her even more exhausted.

Actually, thinking about it carefully, as long as Mom can keep cooking these delicious meals for us, that's enough. If we ever open a restaurant in the future, Mom can be the boss. She can oversee the overall style and quality of the dishes without having to cook herself. This way, we can enjoy the pleasure of good food without overworking Mom, and we can also share the food to some extent. It's a pretty good life plan.