Chapter 32

Today, although Su Yuhao was busy, he didn't feel a bit tired. Perhaps this was the effect of being in high spirits when something good happens! Thinking about how the person he had been worrying about for a week was about to arrive, he felt a surge of energy. In fact, Su Yuhao's feelings for Song Qian were no longer just about completing a task. Humans are emotional beings, and after spending a long time together, he had come to appreciate Song Qian's kindness, her gentle nature like a stream, and her quiet, unobtrusive care, all of which made Su Yuhao like her. However, as Song Qian had thought, he also didn't dare to reveal this layer of the veil. One reason was the system's data, and the other was that he knew Song Qian's aspirations and didn't want to become a burden in her heart too early. The current way of interacting suited both of them. Moreover, Su Yuhao guessed that Song Qian might have also guessed his feelings for her, which was why she gradually accepted him. For example, today, if it had been when they first met, Song Qian would never have let Su Yuhao pay for the items; they would have discussed and decided to pay themselves. But today, she didn't say anything, just followed Su Yuhao's suggestions. Therefore, Su Yuhao concluded that the two of them were getting closer.

"Ding dong." Su Yuhao, who was busy in the kitchen, heard the doorbell and knew that today's guests had arrived. He quickly wiped his hands and went to open the door.

"Oh, Sulli! You're here! Come in!" Seeing Sulli leading the way, Su Yuhao greeted her with a smile. Then he saw Crystal following closely behind, looking dejected. He asked, puzzled:

"Oh, Crystal! Why do you look so unhappy? What happened?"

"Nothing, oppa." Crystal raised her head listlessly and walked into the house.

Seeing Crystal's lack of energy, Su Yuhao turned his puzzled gaze to the person he trusted the most—Song Qian.

Song Qian smiled lightly at Su Yuhao's gaze and said, "Yuhao, let me introduce you. The three behind me are members of Girls' Generation: Jessica, Tiffany, and Yuri. Jessica is Crystal's older sister." She looked at Su Yuhao, pointed to Crystal, and then turned her gaze to Crystal, making sure she didn't notice her subtle gesture. She continued, "These three seniors, this is my fellow townsman, Su Yuhao, who is currently working as an assistant."

"Ding, triggered task: Gain the friendship of the new group Girls' Generation. (Blue)"

Hearing the system's voice, Su Yuhao's heart stirred. A blue task, this was the second time it had been triggered. It seemed that this year's debut girl group and KARA's current status were quite different!

"Hello, I am Su Yuhao from China. It's nice to meet you all." Su Yuhao greeted them politely.

"Hello, we are Girls' Generation." The self-introduction was similar to KARA's, but it gave Su Yuhao a completely different feeling. KARA lacked confidence, while Girls' Generation exuded confidence, making them impossible to ignore.

"Alright, since everyone is here to rest, don't bring your work attitude here. Since you are Sulli's seniors, let's all relax and get along!"

"Sure, Yuhao xi." Tiffany said proactively. As the diplomat of Girls' Generation, she enjoyed doing things for her team. Moreover, she was the best choice for the three people who came today, especially since one of them had developed a significant grudge against Su Yuhao.

"Alright, no need to be so formal. Feel free to make yourselves at home! I need to go prepare, or it might be too late." Su Yuhao said and prepared to leave.

"Hey, Sulli, there are various drinks and fruits in the fridge. Help oppa entertain your seniors! Oppa needs to go to the kitchen." Su Yuhao called out to Sulli.

"Ye, I know, oppa. But, oppa, can you really cook?" Sulli agreed readily but was skeptical about Su Yuhao's claim that he was good at cooking.

"What's wrong, don't you trust oppa? Let me tell you, although oppa's skills aren't as good as professional chefs in restaurants, they are better than those in ordinary small restaurants! Back in the day, it was because of this... ha ha, you'll see in a bit." Su Yuhao thought of something, his face showing a hint of discomfort, then changed the subject.

"Alright, I'm looking forward to it. Go and get busy, oppa, I'm hungry." Sulli nodded and pushed Su Yuhao playfully.

"Alright." With Sulli's push, Su Yuhao obediently walked to the kitchen.

"Sulli, do you really believe what oppa said?" Park Seon-yeon asked, somewhat puzzled.

"It doesn't matter. If he doesn't do well, we still have V-mom, right?" Sulli walked to the fridge with a carefree expression.

"..." Hearing Sulli's words, Su Yuhao took a deep breath to resist the urge to go back and knock her head. He huffed angrily and quickly walked into the kitchen.

In the kitchen, Song Qian, who had entered earlier, was tying an apron. Su Yuhao naturally came up behind her, held her hand, and helped her tie the apron.

During this time, although Song Qian's body stiffened slightly, she didn't show any signs of disgust. Instead, a sweet smile appeared on her face, which Su Yuhao couldn't see.

"Alright, it's tied." Seeing that Song Qian didn't stop him, Su Yuhao smiled happily.

"Okay, let's start! But, I also doubt if you can really cook." Clearly, Song Qian had heard Sulli's words earlier, as the house wasn't very big and the door wasn't closed.

"Don't worry! I can definitely handle it, and I won't embarrass myself." Su Yuhao shrugged, looking helpless.

"Okay, then! What are you going to make?" Song Qian asked with interest.

"Kung Pao Chicken, you'll see in a bit." Su Yuhao still didn't want to say it. In fact, he could only make a few home-cooked dishes, and most of them were Northeastern Chinese dishes. For his first attempt, he didn't want to make these, and he was a bit worried. However, thanks to his powerful system, his life skills had improved significantly: Cooking: Level 2 200/200, Repair: Level 1 70/100, Driving: Level 1 90/100. His cooking skills were ready to level up. He had originally wanted to save his only skill point for emergencies, but to save face, he bit the bullet and spent his last skill point on cooking when he went to the market, bringing his life skills to: Cooking: Level 3 0/400. He was also lucky enough to receive three Chinese recipes: Dongpo Pork, Jade Shrimp, and Drunken Ribs.

These recipes gave him confidence for today's gathering and were the reason he didn't get angry at Sulli and the others' repeated doubts. He wanted to surprise them. Imagining their shocked expressions, he couldn't help but sneer inwardly. "You doubt me now, but when you want to eat, you'll have to beg me properly, or I won't cook for you, hehe!"

The women in the house suddenly felt a cold wind, making them shiver.