Seeing Fourth Treasure staring at her chest, An Lan quickly explained, "Actually, they both taste the same."
Fourth Treasure was skeptical. "Really?"
"Yes. If they tasted different, the baby wouldn't drink it."
After a moment of thought, Fourth Treasure said, "Then, Godmother, can I have a taste to compare?"
Lin Feng's face darkened. "Fourth Treasure!"
Fourth Treasure looked innocent, not knowing what he'd done wrong.
"I'll just have a tiny sip. I won't drink much."
"I'll definitely leave some for the baby. I won't let him go hungry."
First Treasure scampered over as well. "Godmother, Godmother, can I have just a tiny little sip? Please?"
Second Treasure wasn't very interested. Formula milk really didn't taste very good, and since Godmother said both kinds of milk tasted the same, she decided to pass.
The moment First Treasure spoke up, Lin Feng's expression grew even stormier.
"First Treasure, Fourth Treasure, come here."
They obediently walked over.
Lin Feng thought for a moment before saying, "You can't have the baby's milk. If you drink it, there won't be any left for him, and his tummy will be hungry."
When it came to food, Fourth Treasure's mind opened right up.
"Dad, Godmother said the *formula* is for the baby to drink."
Lin Feng didn't catch on immediately. "So?"
"I'll just have a little taste, not much."
"If there isn't enough for the baby, he can just drink some formula!"
"Besides, I just heard that woman say the baby can't even finish all his milk!"
Lin Feng was at a loss for words.
"Since he can't finish it, it should be fine if I have a little, right?"
Again, Lin Feng was speechless. When it came to food, Fourth Treasure's mind was exceptionally clear, his reactions swift, and his thinking agile.
Finally, Lin Feng played his trump card.
"How about this? You go ask the baby. If he tells you that you can have some, then you can drink it."
"Dad, you just said the baby can't talk yet!"
Lin Feng fell silent. When Fourth Treasure wanted food, Lin Feng could usually just buy it or make it himself. How was he supposed to solve this problem?
An Lan and Liu Bo, who were watching from the side, couldn't stop laughing.
Liu Bo said, "Just give him a little. That kid won't give up until he gets a taste."
An Lan had no objections. "Alright, alright. Godmother will get you some of the baby's milk."
A moment later, An Lan returned with the milk.
"Here you go, Fourth Treasure."
Fourth Treasure joyfully took the small bowl, noting that it was still warm. He took a sip. The taste was indescribable. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't good either; it was even blander than formula.
First Treasure scurried over. "Fourth Treasure, let me try!"
First Treasure's expression was even more difficult to read. He came to a conclusion: "It's not good!"
True to his foodie nature, Fourth Treasure pursed his lips, conflicted. "It's... okay, I guess."
There were only a few sips in the small bowl, the result of An Lan's efforts to express the milk.
With a deadpan expression, Lin Feng asked, "Now that you've had some, do you want more?"
Fourth Treasure thought for a moment. "I'll drink it if you add sugar!"
Everyone was left speechless.
「In the evening.」
Lin Feng had dinner at Liu Bo's house. When he got home, he found Zhang Yuxi writing a lesson plan. "You're back!"
As soon as Lin Feng sat down, he couldn't help but complain to Zhang Yuxi. "You won't believe what your son wanted today. Milk."
Zhang Yuxi was slightly taken aback. "Ah?" It couldn't be what she was thinking, could it?
As if reading her mind, Lin Feng continued, "That's right. After finishing his formula, your son started craving someone else's breast milk..."
Lin Feng animatedly imitated Fourth Treasure's words, leaving Zhang Yuxi not knowing whether to laugh or cry.
She beckoned Fourth Treasure over and gently tapped his little nose.
"You can't do that again. That milk is for the baby. You can't just take other people's things, understand?"
Fourth Treasure nodded. "Mom, do you have any?"
Zhang Yuxi was speechless for a moment. "No! You drank it all when you were a baby!"
Fourth Treasure said, "Oh," but he wasn't disappointed.
He muttered to himself, "I just wanted to see if they tasted the same."
This comment left the couple utterly speechless. The incident passed, but every time they recalled it, they couldn't help but laugh.
Before they knew it, Mother's Day was approaching.
Mr. Li gave the children an assignment: for Mother's Day, they were to do something for their mothers that was within their abilities.
"What does 'within your abilities' mean? It means you can help your mother sweep the floor, do chores, and so on."
"You can also wash her feet or give her a back massage… because this day is a holiday for all moms!"
So, the quadruplets began discussing what they could do for Mother's Day. When Lin Feng picked the children up from school, he learned they were planning to prepare gifts for their mother.
He asked, pleased, "What gifts are you thinking of giving Mom?"
The quadruplets' New Year's money combined amounted to one or two million, making them little millionaires. Buying something would be no problem at all.
First Treasure frowned and asked, "Should we get Mom some clothes?"
Second Treasure said, "Mr. Li said we don't have to buy a gift. We can do chores or make Mom happy."
Third Treasure said, "I'll sing a song for Mom."
Lin Feng was both surprised and delighted. "What song are you going to sing, Third Treasure?"
"'Only Mother is Good in This World.'"
"...Not bad!"
Fourth Treasure suggested, "I'll buy a cake for Mom!"
Lin Feng saw right through him. "You just want to eat it yourself, don't you?"
Fourth Treasure hesitated. "Mom and I can both eat it."
So, it was settled. Third Treasure would perform, and Fourth Treasure would buy a cake.
Second Treasure thought for a moment. "Then I'll wash Mom's feet."
First Treasure thought long and hard before declaring, "Then I'll lull Mom to sleep!"
They drove to a nearby bakery, where Lin Feng ordered a small cake.
"Please write 'Happy Mother's Day!' on it."
"Okay, please wait. It'll be ready in half an hour."
The children stood in front of the glass, watching the cake being made. The little foodies' mouths were watering. Third Treasure thought the cake was beautiful. She even asked the baker to put a Barbie doll on top, with a dress made of cream.
Half an hour later, a beautiful little cake was ready.
Once they were home, Lin Feng put the cake away safely. This was to prevent the ever-watchful Fourth Treasure from sneaking a bite. Though, "sneaking" wasn't quite his style; he was more likely to eat it brazenly.
When Zhang Yuxi returned, the children rushed to greet her, wishing her a Happy Mother's Day.
"Oh, is it? Let me check the date… It really is Mother's Day!"
Fourth Treasure couldn't wait and urged Lin Feng to bring out the cake.
"Mom, this cake is for you!"
Zhang Yuxi saw Fourth Treasure's eyes glued to the cake and knew exactly what he was thinking.
She smiled and said, "We have to wait until Dad is done with his work so we can all eat the cake together, okay?"
Fourth Treasure scampered to the kitchen and asked in his childlike voice, "Dad, when will you be done?"
Lin Feng was amused by him. "I'll be done in a little bit."
Fourth Treasure asked again, "Dad, is there anything I can do to help?"
He was really willing to do anything for a piece of that cake.
"Can you put the chopsticks on the table for me?"
"Okay, you can count on me!"
And so, Fourth Treasure became Lin Feng's little helper, all to get to the cake sooner.
Meanwhile, Third Treasure stood behind Zhang Yuxi, giving her a light back massage.
She asked softly, "Mom, does that feel nice?"
Third Treasure was never very strong. To Zhang Yuxi, her light pats felt more like a tickle.
Zhang Yuxi nodded. "It's very comfortable. Thank you, sweetie!"
Pleased with the praise, Third Treasure beamed.
Second Treasure remembered she still had to wash her mother's feet and scurried over to ask Lin Feng to help her get some hot water.
Seeing Second Treasure buzzing around like a little bee, Lin Feng said with a smile, "We're about to eat dinner. Why don't you wash Mom's feet when she gets ready for bed?"
Second Treasure glanced at the steaming dishes on the table and pursed her lips.
"Okay then!"
Third Treasure said, "Mom, I'll sing you that song later."
First Treasure added, "Mom, I'll lull you to sleep later!"
Zhang Yuxi looked at them with anticipation. "Wonderful!"
When dinner started, Lin Feng opened the small cake. "Come on, I'll cut the slices!"
"This first piece is for Mom!"
"The second is for Dad!"
"The third is for First Treasure, then Second Treasure, Third Treasure, and finally, Fourth Treasure!"
When he finished, there was exactly one small piece for everyone, which the adults finished in just a few bites. After the cake, the children ate their dinner.
Lately, their appetites had grown, even Third Treasure's. They were eating a lot more. Lin Feng knew this meant the children were going through a growth spurt. Based on his observations, the quadruplets tended to eat more in the spring and autumn, and then shoot up in height during the summer and winter. Because of this, Lin Feng paid extra attention to providing balanced nutrition when he cooked for them, and he was also stricter about their exercise and rest.
After dinner, Third Treasure shyly performed her talent. She sang "Only Mother is Good in This World," and her voice was surprisingly lovely. Lin Feng and Zhang Yuxi cheered, and the other children clapped enthusiastically.
Third Treasure gave a quiet, graceful smile.
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