The "Cucina" Memory

I believe the kitchen is the most beautiful place in the home. It's where happiness is created for every member of the family. Sometimes the sweetness of a festival, sometimes something sweet and sour, and sometimes something bitter due to health issues. With its countless flavors, the kitchen is where loved ones gather. Cooking something with love for loved ones is truly special.
    I always wanted him to make me tea or breakfast someday, but he had never even stepped into the kitchen. But today, the morning was beautiful. I came downstairs and saw him, dressed in a black shirt and black pajamas, with a white apron, busy making tea. It was his first time in the kitchen, and the way he stood, the fatigue and fear on his face clearly indicated that he had never stepped into a kitchen before. That man, engrossed in the sugar and salt shaker, unable to distinguish between the utensils, seemed so innocent and sweet to me. I stood outside the kitchen door, watching him. He boiled water and milk, and after adding the tea leaves, he got lost in the jar of sugar and salt. But after a while, he realized the difference. After adding the spices to the tea, he picked up his phone and started scrolling. He forgot to turn down the heat and lost sight of the tea. He didn't even realize that some tea remained on the stove and some in the pot. Putting down the phone, he became engrossed in the tea. His confused face and troubled eyes were both very funny. Then he looked outside. Seeing me, he simply said, "This is too difficult," and I laughed. Seeing the state of my kitchen, I couldn't help but laugh. My work was already overwhelming. He told me to put it all aside and drink the tea first. Less tea leaves, more sugar, and undercooked, it was truly the best tea I've ever had. 
     That moment between coming down from my room and standing outside the kitchen door was beautiful. It's the most beautiful moment of my life.........!! 

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