Revenge of the Hideous Lady by Moonlight

The living room was empty, but Josh Batton and Annabeth Cates could hear the sound of chopping of meat coming from the kitchen.

They could also hear Bobby Cates and Peggy Howards laughing.

It felt very warm in the house. Coupled with the vibrant noises, the two of them felt extremely at ease.

They placed everything they bought by the main door before washing their hands in the bathroom.

Then, they entered the kitchen together to find Annabeth's parents chatting as her father chopped meat with two knives while Peggy diced onions.

It was a heart-warming scene.

The pot next to them was already boiling, with steam rising from it to fill the room and making it seem a little smokey.

Peggy immediately smiled when she saw them enter. "Why did you two come in? We're fine on our own."

Smiling, Josh walked to stand in between Peggy and Bobby. "What are you cooking? Let me help."

knives, intending to start helping, but Bobby leaned slightly sideways to block

you some from scratch. The handmade

go out and spend time with Annabeth. As our guests, we aren't putting you to work.

snatched the knives away from him, gently pushing him aside while swiftly removing his apron and putting it on himself. He then began chopping the

seemed precise and cool,

lighting in the kitchen was just about

Annabeth was watching an idol drama with culinary arts as its central

like the male protagonist capable of producing countless delicious

was racing

Bobby seemed embarrassed. "What are you doing? I

rare for you to come here, so how could you be doing all these things?" Peggy felt a

had

I wanted to do what can while I am here. You two should go outside and rest I'll be fine on my own. I know how to make meatballs,

want to stay and help out. Besides, I want to personally cook some

to do

now."