PFC Chapter 194: Admiral Ed's Family Reunion
Chapter 194: Admiral Ed's Family Reunion
"It would be great if Uncle could come back too, so our whole family could be together." His nephew's hopeful words drifted through the air. Hearing this, Admiral Ed slowly put down the delicate mooncake in his hand, turned his gaze to his mother, and asked softly, "Has Ferro been away since that incident? Mom, you know, I've had in-depth discussions with the commander of their army. The defeat in that battle was actually due to many complex factors, not just the mecha issues."
Madam Leah nodded slightly, a hint of worry on her face. She sighed softly and said, "This child has always been so smart and clever, able to accomplish almost anything quickly and achieve immediate success. But such an outstanding child was deeply traumatized after experiencing that incident. As for whether he can ultimately rely on his own strength to emerge from this dark period, it all depends on his own luck."
Just then, the living room door gently opened, and a figure walked into the room with a hearty laugh. Everyone looked closely and saw it was none other than Ferro! He smiled warmly and greeted everyone, then neatly placed the gifts he had brought, and finally, he leisurely sat down on the soft, comfortable sofa.
Seeing his brother return, Ed couldn't help but feel a surge of warmth in his heart. He silently picked up a fragrant mooncake, handed it to Ferro, and gently patted his shoulder. Although he didn't say much, his eyes were full of concern and encouragement.
At this moment, the family sat together, laughter and joy filling the room. The table was laden with delicious dishes, and everyone was enjoying the warm and harmonious family atmosphere. The television screen was playing a live news program, the anchor's clear and melodious voice serving as the background music to this joyful gathering.
However, just as everyone was enjoying their meal, the television screen suddenly changed, and the host began to mention the thrilling battle of that year. Ed and Lady Leah's expressions instantly grew solemn. They glanced at each other, then both looked worriedly at Ferro, who sat beside them. At that moment, the atmosphere in the room seemed to freeze...
However, contrary to everyone's expected reaction, Ferro remained surprisingly calm. A faint smile lifted his lips as he spoke slowly, "The past has become a dust cloud in the long river of history. So, why dwell on it? Someone once earnestly advised me that we should bravely look forward, rather than dwelling on the past. Only by continuously striving forward, researching and developing ever more sophisticated and powerful mechas, can we live up to our years of hard work and truly serve the brave warriors fighting on the front lines!" As soon as he finished speaking, Ferro extended his right hand without hesitation and firmly grasped Ed's slightly rough hand. At the same time, his deep, bright eyes shone with an unwavering radiance that seemed to penetrate all obstacles and illuminate the unknown path ahead.
After explaining his sudden change of heart to his family, Filo slowly turned his gaze to the plate of neatly arranged mooncakes on the table. Curiosity and confusion flashed in his eyes, so he asked, "This mooncake looks quite exquisite. How did it come from?"
Ed, who was sitting nearby, smiled and replied, "This was given to me by a friend I once helped. She's from the distant planet Ceres."
Hearing the strange and mysterious place name "Ceres", Ferro couldn't help but frowned slightly and muttered to himself in a low voice: "Ceres..." as if he was trying hard to think of all the information about that place.
Ed nodded slightly, his thoughts flooding back like a tide, lost in memories of that woman. He murmured softly, "She truly was a unique and fascinating person! Although we'd only known each other briefly and had limited opportunities to spend time together, her presence always made the world seem brighter. The times we spent together were filled with endless laughter and joy. She was like a flower blooming in spring, infusing my life with endless vitality and color. Every chance encounter and conversation we had became an indelible and beautiful moment in my life. For the sincere friendship she offered me, I am forever filled with gratitude." A warm smile crept across Ed's face, like the warm winter sun shining through the mist, gentle and gentle.
At the same time, Ferro, sitting nearby, slowly extended his right hand, his movements so gentle as if he feared disturbing the air around him. Carefully, he picked up a delicate mooncake and gently placed it in his palm. He then began to examine the delicate pastry with a focused and affectionate gaze, as if what he saw was no mere mooncake, but an inestimably rare treasure. After a long moment, he finally brought it to his lips, then gently parted his lips and took a small, cautious bite. In that instant, a subtle, gentle glint flashed across his previously deep and calm eyes, like the subtle yet heart-warming ripples of bright moonlight spilling over a tranquil lake.
After swallowing the sweet, delicious mooncake, Ferro slowly raised his head, his gaze lingering into the distance, as if the endless horizon held the answers he sought. He stared silently, motionless, only the gentle breeze ruffling his hair and clothes. After a long moment, he frowned slightly, thinking to himself, "I truly hope that one day I can be as lucky as my second brother, encountering and forging such a sincere and invaluable friendship. Perhaps I too will have such a friendship."
Just then, a gentle voice shattered the silence. It was Lady Lia approaching. She looked at the pile of items beside Ferro and asked curiously, "Ferro, I see you brought back quite a few things this time. And you even know this is called a mooncake. Could it be... that you recognize it?"
Hearing his mother's question, Fei Luo first turned his head to look at Mrs. Liya, then raised the corners of his mouth slightly, and answered with some confidence: "Mom, of course I know this is a mooncake, not only that, I even learned how to make it.
The moment Ferro spoke, Mrs. Liya was stunned. Her eyes widened, and she stared at her son in disbelief, momentarily unsure how to respond. Ferro seemed oblivious to his mother's shock, continuing, "Actually, my second brother's good friend is most likely the friend I know—Susu. We've been together a lot lately, and it's no wonder she taught me how to make mooncakes." As he spoke, a gentle smile crossed Ferro's face, one he himself hadn't noticed. However, this subtle change didn't escape Mrs. Liya's sharp eyes. She took in everything, and a hint of confusion and curiosity welled up in her.