Lala woke up to the soft aroma drifting through the kitchen, something rich, toasty, and wonderfully sweet. She rubbed her sleepy eyes and padded closer, her curiosity guiding her small steps. Mom was at the stove, stirring a pot with gentle care. A warm smile spread across Mom’s face when she saw Lala peeking in. “Good morning, little one,” she said. “I made something special today—sesame milk.”
Lala blinked in surprise. She had never heard of sesame milk before. Milk, she understood. But sesame? Weren’t those little seeds sprinkled on buns and cookies? How could they turn into something so fragrant? She climbed onto her stool, eyes wide with excitement. “Can I try it?” she asked, barely able to contain her eagerness.
Mom poured the creamy liquid into a small bowl. Its color was light beige, swirled with steam. Lala leaned in, inhaling its nutty scent. With a cautious sip, her eyes widened instantly. It was warm, silky, and slightly sweet—unlike anything she had tasted. “It’s… amazing!” she exclaimed. “It tastes like a hug!”
Mom laughed softly, pleased. She explained how she carefully roasted the sesame seeds, ground them into a fine paste, and slowly simmered them with milk and honey. “It takes patience,” she said. “But good things often do.”
Lala couldn’t stop sipping. Each mouthful filled her with comfort, as if the morning sun had melted right into her bowl. She imagined herself growing stronger, smarter—maybe even faster—thanks to this magical drink. “Can I have this every morning?” she asked hopefully. Mom nodded, her eyes full of love. “When you drink this, remember that I made it with care, just for you.”
After finishing, Lala jumped off the stool and hugged her mom tightly. “Thank you! I didn’t know sesame could be so special!” She twirled around the kitchen, already dreaming of telling Cubis and Lyly about this wonderful discovery.
From that day on, sesame milk wasn’t just a drink. To Lala, it became a symbol of warmth, of surprises, and of Mom’s quiet love—the kind that turned simple seeds into something unforgettable.
