Qin Baiyi was already feeling unwell, and after going hunting in the mountains, he was exhausted and felt extremely hungry, so he turned his head to ask.

Is the food ready?

"It's been ready for a long time, just waiting for you, Master." Qin Zixuan skipped along, grabbing Qin Baiyi's hand and heading home, excitedly telling Qin Baiyi.

"Today's meal was taught to me, my brother, and my sister by my mother. She praised us for making it very delicious. Let's hurry back and try it."

A hint of doting flashed in Qin Baiyi's eyes, but it quickly disappeared. "Oh? Then I'll have to have a good taste."

Listening to their conversation, Mo Qianshang realized she had fallen a few steps behind them, walking behind the one big and one small.

Left behind by the three, Liu Xiaolan glared angrily at the harmonious scene in front of her, her heart filled with resentment.

As the village beauty, I've never suffered such humiliation before. I'm so angry!

Sensing the overwhelming hatred behind her, Mo Qianshang pretended not to notice and happily went home with the two of them.

After dinner, the children went about their own business in the courtyard.

As she put the bowls and chopsticks in the kitchen, Mo Qianshang suddenly recalled Qin Zixuan's action of throwing stones earlier.

Both his strength and accuracy are quite good; it must be said, Qin Zixuan is indeed a natural talent for martial arts. If he continues to train with Qin Baiyi like this, he will definitely become a remarkable person in the future.

Thinking about this, she couldn't help but consider whether she should teach the children some self-defense skills used in special forces. That way, when the children grow up and leave her to pursue their own futures, she would feel more at ease.

"I'm not familiar with Liu Xiaolan."

Lost in thought, Mo Qianshang heard Qin Baiyi's voice from behind. She turned around instinctively, completely bewildered.

What does this man mean? What does it matter to Liu Xiaolan whether she knows him or not?

Seeing Mo Qianshang's reaction, Qin Baiyi froze. To be honest, he didn't know why he was explaining this to Mo Qianshang.

The atmosphere became awkward for a moment, but Mo Qianshang coughed lightly and changed the subject.

"Zixuan said you've taken your medicine. Are you feeling any better?"

Qin Baiyi gave a soft "hmm" and then brought up another matter, "You know the art of traditional Chinese medicine?"

"I only have a superficial understanding," Mo Qianchang replied while washing the dishes. "I can treat common colds, but I really can't help with anything more complicated."

At this point, Mo Qianshang paused her actions and turned to examine Qin Baiyi's face.

"Your complexion looks better than this morning, but your lips are still pale, so you haven't fully recovered. You need to rest for a few more days. It's not safe in the mountains, so don't go in for now."

Mo Qianshang offered a few polite words of concern, after all, her son Zixuan cherished this master very much, and if there were any problems with this master, the child would probably be heartbroken.

Qin Baiyi was stunned again by the sudden show of concern.

For some reason, looking into this woman's eyes, he couldn't help but want to believe that she genuinely cared for the children.

But the thought of this woman secretly adding drugs to the children's food made it impossible for him to fully trust her.

Seeing that Qin Baiyi had not replied for a long time, Mo Qianshang began to wonder.

Does this man think she's restricting his freedom?

"Um... don't misunderstand, you're a benefactor to the children too. I was just casually expressing my concern. If you really can't stand it, feel free to do as you please."

“The children are too thin and need to be nourished. I went into the mountains and hunted a few pheasants, which should be enough for two days. Also, you… need to be nourished too.” Qin Baiyi said, shifting her gaze somewhat awkwardly to the pots and pans.

This time, it was Mo Qianshang's turn to be stunned.

She thought Qin Baiyi had gone hunting in the mountains simply because he felt the meals had been too bland and wanted to improve his diet. She never imagined that he was going hunting despite his illness, just to nourish the children and her.

So... should she tell Qin Baiyi that she actually doesn't lack items to nourish her body?

Thank you.

Forget it, if Qin Baiyi really asks her about it, she really doesn't know how to explain where those things came from.

Qin Baiyi nodded slightly, turned and entered the courtyard, and the children immediately gathered around him.

"Uncle in white, please tell us a story!"

"Yes, yes, Uncle in white, you've traveled to so many places, you must know a lot of interesting stories, please tell us."

"Tell me about it, Uncle in white."

*

Unable to resist the children's insistence, Qin Baiyi reluctantly began to tell a story. However, he had never told a story before, so his language was inevitably a bit awkward.

In the kitchen, Mo Qianshang listened to him trying his best to cater to the children's interests, even though he wasn't very good at speaking. She couldn't help but smile.

Although Qin Baiyi's attitude towards her was not very good, his patience with the children was beyond doubt.

While listening to the story, Qin Zixuan suddenly noticed a shadow flash by outside the courtyard and curiously went out to investigate.

As soon as he stepped outside, he saw Liu Xiaolan sneaking towards the woods. He had a feeling that Liu Xiaolan had something to hide, and after hesitating for a moment, he followed her.

Just as they were about to enter the woods, Qin Zixuan stopped. "Stupid woman, what are you doing sneaking around like that? Are you trying to make a move on my master again? My master won't like you!"

Seeing that Qin Zixuan had actually followed her out, Liu Xiaolan immediately put on an arrogant and haughty expression.

"Whether your master likes me or not is his business, what does it have to do with you? You little beast, do you think you can control your master?"

"You!" Although Qin Zixuan was smart, a child of half a year could not compete with an adult in words.

Seeing Qin Zixuan's setback, Liu Xiaolan pressed her advantage, a hint of calculation flashing in her eyes.

"Your master is someone who can catch four pheasants with his bare hands. A little brat like you who can't even catch one pheasant shouldn't meddle in adults' business. Go cool off somewhere else!"

Upon hearing Liu Xiaolan say that he couldn't catch pheasants, Qin Zixuan immediately became furious.

He studied hunting with his master very seriously, and although he is not as good as Qin Baiyi now, catching a pheasant is still no problem for him.

Seeing that Liu Xiaolan still looked disdainful, Qin Zixuan got angry and retorted.

"Who says I can't catch a pheasant? You wait, I'll catch one right now and show you!"

After speaking, he casually broke off some branches and thatch, and following the method Qin Baiyi had taught him, made a simple bow and arrow, and then went straight into the forest.

Watching Qin Zixuan run away, Liu Xiaolan snorted coldly, "Come out."

As soon as the words were spoken, a thin shadow peeked out from behind the old tree, "Sister, do we really have to do that?"

Liu Xiaolan glanced displeasedly at the thin, dark-skinned Liu Xiaoyu, her eyes filled with malice.

"That little brat made me lose face in front of the young master in white this afternoon, and even called me a stupid woman. I won't swallow this insult!"

“You’re my own sister! If you don’t help me get revenge, don’t blame me for not treating you like family! If I remember correctly, last time you used the excuse of picking wild fruit to secretly go out and meet that idiot Liu Shuda alone. That idiot even gave you something. Tell me, what if Mom and Dad find out about this…”