Housekeeper Xu stepped forward, his face practically glowing with pride. "Master, Miss Fei, please takes your seats. Madam will be bringing out her dish any moment now!"
Lu Jinchen sat stiffly, his jaw clenched as if he were preparing for battle. Fei Ruyan, on the other hand, beamed with anticipation. A moment later, Xia Yuqing emerged from the kitchen, carrying a steaming bowl of what looked like the most heavenly soup ever created.
The rich aroma floated through the air, deceiving all innocent noses in its path. Lu Jinchen swallowed hard. Looks can be deceiving.
She placed the bowl in front of Fei Ruyan with a sweet smile. "Mom, I hope you like it."
Fei Ruyan inhaled deeply, her expression melting into bliss. "It smells divine!" She lifted her spoon, gently blowing on the soup before taking a generous sip.
Lu Jinchen held his breath.
The room fell silent.
Fei Ruyan blinked. Once. Twice. Then—Cough! Gag! Choke!
