As a symbiotic being, I raise children amidst the chaos.

Rita's culinary skills have improved remarkably over the years. She has not only mastered various Western cooking methods, but has also dedicated time to studying the essence of Chinese cuisine.

However, even so, winning this culinary contest against Mei won't be easy. After all, Mei also possesses considerable skill in cooking.

Just as everyone was lost in their own thoughts, Mei broke the silence. With a slight smile, she said softly, "It's alright. Since everyone wants to try it, I'll give it a shot."

As soon as she finished speaking, Rita gracefully bowed and replied, "If my master has any requests, as his maid, I should naturally do my best to serve him delicious food."

Before long, the two walked side by side toward the kitchen and began preparing the various ingredients needed for cooking. In an instant, a rhythmic sound began to emanate from the kitchen—pots and pans clattered and clattered together.

Meanwhile, Chen Yuan and the others waited patiently in the living room for the delicious food to be ready. However, Kiana couldn't contain her eagerness and stood at the kitchen door with anticipation, craning her neck to peer inside.

Seeing Kiana's impatient look, Chenyuan couldn't help but shake his head helplessly and sighed softly, saying, "Kiana, don't be so impatient! Wait a little longer. After Yae Sakura and the others come back, I believe Rita and Mei will have the meal ready soon."

At the same time, surprisingly, Bianca, who is usually dignified and composed, now showed an expression quite similar to Kiana's. She glanced at the kitchen for a while, then looked away, muttering to herself.

"Sweet and sour pork ribs and Kung Pao chicken... Although Rita has cooked many special dishes from China for me, I have never tasted these two dishes before."

Just as everyone was immersed in anticipation for the delicious food that was about to be served, the doorbell suddenly rang without warning. Hearing the ringing, Theresa, sitting on the sofa, quickly called out...

"Kiana, go open the door and see if Himeko and the others are back." Kiana, who was initially reluctant to leave the kitchen doorway, reluctantly ran towards the door after hearing Theresa's instruction.

He reached out and unlocked the door. As the door slowly opened, sure enough, Himeko was standing outside with a few little ones.

"Kiana!!! Who gave you permission to skip class with Mei halfway through?" As the door opened, Himeko's angry figure instantly came into everyone's view.

He rushed forward and grabbed Kiana's ear with lightning speed, shouting at the top of his lungs, "If we don't teach you a lesson today, you unruly little brat, you'll never understand why flowers bloom so brightly!"

"Ouch—Aunt Himeko, I know I was wrong!! I really know I was wrong!!" Kiana was pulled by Himeko and immediately grimaced and cried out in pain, tears welling up in her eyes and about to spill over.

"Auntie? How many times have I told you, you have to call me Teacher Himeko!!" Hearing Kiana's address to her, Himeko's anger flared up even more, and the hand that was originally pulling Kiana's ear unconsciously tightened its grip.

"Ouch—it hurts! Himeko-sensei, I'll never do it again! Please, have mercy on me!" Kiana pleaded desperately as she struggled to break free from Himeko's grasp.

Just then, Bronya strolled in. She first gave Kiana a cold glance, who was currently in dire straits, then gently shook her head, muttering, "Idiot Kiana..."

Bronya then went into the house on her own. However, when her gaze inadvertently swept across the sofa, she noticed that Chenyuan was sitting there quietly.

Without a word, Bronya immediately summoned Heavy Bunny. The giant robot appeared out of thin air behind her, then swiftly extended a thick, powerful mechanical hand, grabbed Bronya by the collar, and hurled her toward Chenyuan like a sandbag.

"Brother Chenyuan~" Bronya, who was flying rapidly in the air, opened her arms in a sweet voice, looking like a cute little bird.

However, just as it was about to fly in front of Chen Yuan, black symbiotes suddenly emerged from Chen Yuan's body, quickly extending into a huge net that blocked Bronya in mid-air.

The giant net seemed to come alive, easily blocking Bronya's path. Caught off guard, she abruptly stopped in her tracks.

"Little girl, that's too dangerous. You have to be careful." Chen Yuan's lips curled up slightly, revealing a doting smile. He gently flicked his fingers, controlling the symbiote to slowly shrink, carefully placing Bronya into his arms.

Sensing the familiar presence, Bronya instantly calmed down, nestling quietly in Chen Yuan's arms like a docile kitten. Chen Yuan reached out and gently stroked her hair, his movements incredibly tender.

At that moment, Wendy and the others entered the house. They initially ignored Kiana, who was being scolded and looking dejected at the door, and then their attention was drawn to the scene inside. When they saw Bianca staring intently towards the kitchen, they were all taken aback.

"...Could this be the legendary strongest Valkyrie in the Destiny organization—Bianca Durandal Atagina?!" Wendy's eyes widened in surprise, her voice trembling with excitement.

Hearing Wendy's words, Bianca turned her head in confusion, a hint of curiosity flashing in her beautiful eyes. Facing the unfamiliar girl before her, Bianca politely asked, "May I ask who you are?"

Wendy took a few deep breaths, trying to calm her turbulent emotions. After a while, she finally caught her breath and said, "Hello, my name is Wendy, it's such an honor to meet you!"

"See, that's the difference between a good student and a bad student." Theresa looked at Kiana, who was still begging for mercy at the door, with a strange expression after hearing Wendy's words, and then sighed deeply. "If Kiana had even half of Wendy's qualities, I would be content!"

"Principal Theresa, please don't say that. Kiana has her merits too." Wendy, who was talking to Bianca, interrupted Theresa's words and then continued chatting with Bianca, since the latter was the idol of most Valkyries!

"Oh? Is that so? Then may I ask, Brother Chenyuan, what are Kiana's strengths?" Bronya raised her head, glanced at Kiana at the door, and changed her position to continue lying in Chenyuan's arms.

"Kiana has many strengths," Chen Yuan chuckled lightly, gently patting Bronya's head. "First, there's her courage, then her kindness, and so on. Everyone has flaws; the important thing is to see her progress."

Upon hearing Chen Yuan's words, Kiana immediately stopped begging for mercy, her eyes widening as she stared at Chen Yuan in disbelief. Theresa shook her head, "Just keep spoiling her. You can even make this big idiot Kiana talk a good game!"

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After a while, everyone present finished introducing themselves. Himeko then casually plopped down on the soft sofa.

She clutched a can of chilled beer tightly in her slender hand. Then she tilted her head back and gulped down several mouthfuls of the ice-cold beer, her eyes never leaving Bianca standing opposite her.

Himeko narrowed her eyes slightly, her gaze filled with emotion, and said softly, "It has been such a long time since we last met! Thinking back to those days, that innocent little girl has now grown into a remarkable and powerful Valkyrie."

"I have to say, your decision not to join our St. Freya Academy back then seems to have been absolutely the right one."

Himeko's words seemed to carry a deep longing for the past, yet Bianca's beautiful face remained unmoved by Himeko's affectionate words.

She remained calm and composed as always. She simply replied, "Senior Himeko, you flatter me. Everything I've done is merely following the voice of my heart, simply doing what I believe to be right."

Just as everyone was chatting enthusiastically, an enticing aroma wafted from the kitchen. The fragrance was so rich and enticing that it was obvious the sweet and sour pork ribs and Kung Pao chicken were being cooked and plated!

Sitting to the side, Chen Yuan, smelling the enticing aroma, could no longer suppress his curiosity and quickly got up, heading straight for the kitchen. Seeing this, the others followed Chen Yuan's footsteps, swarming towards the kitchen like a swarm of bees.

"Wow, it smells amazing!" Kiana, like a wild horse, rushed into the kitchen first, her eyes wide as she stared intently at the dishes being stir-fried in the pot, muttering to herself.

"I want to have a bite first, I want to have a bite first..." Looking at her impatient and eager appearance, it seemed as if she was about to grab a piece and put it in her mouth at any moment.

At this moment, Rita and Raiden Mei were busily and methodically arranging the dishes. Their skillful techniques allowed them to quickly and neatly arrange each exquisite dish.

"Please enjoy your meal, everyone. I sincerely hope you like these dishes." As she spoke, Raiden Mei steadily carried a plate of steaming sweet and sour pork ribs in both hands, carefully moved to the table, and gently placed it on the table.

Rita followed closely behind Mei, carrying a plate of fragrant Kung Pao Chicken to the table and gently placing it down. Finally, she smiled and said...

"In addition to these two signature dishes, Mei and I have also prepared a few other dishes that we are good at, but you may have to wait a little while."

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