"You don't have to be like me, constantly on your guard, always on high alert, and running around like crazy. Being able to grow up happily and peacefully is a blessing."
"Of course, this doesn't mean you have to become a fool or not even know how to protect yourself. Read more books, broaden your mind, understand things, and make decisions when necessary. You will never suffer losses in this life."
Hearing this, Zhang Ci'er felt a sudden sense of clarity.
Yes, she was so focused on emulating Qiao Lian'er that she forced herself to read books she wasn't interested in, which made her more and more tired each day.
It turns out that everyone is different and has their own path. Not everyone has to be Qiao Lian'er; anyone can be Zhang Ci'er.
But no matter what kind of person you are, you should strive to be an independent individual.
"Thank you, I understand," she said sincerely.
Qiao Lian patted her shoulder and left.
They're all still children. Whether it's Shi Murou from before or Zhang Cier from later, as long as they turn to good, she won't blame them.
Zhang Ci'er felt that Qiao Lian'er's gesture of patting her shoulder was somewhat like an adult talking to a child, carrying a sense of comfort and encouragement from someone who had been through it all.
Mature beyond his years, yes, that must be it.
Zhang Ci'er's eyes held even greater admiration, but it was a distant appreciation, not a insistence on getting closer.
Lord Zhang stood not far away and overheard the conversation. He felt relieved and nodded slightly at Qiao Lian'er's departing figure.
During this period, Ci'er has been pushing herself too hard, only managing to play for half an hour each day.
He tried to persuade his daughter, but she said she wanted to be like Qiao Lian'er.
But Ci'er is his daughter. No matter how outstanding she is, he, as her father, will always love and protect her.
He would rather his daughter be ordinary than have her suffer. Some parents hope their children will be outstanding, but he only hopes his children will be happy.
Fortunately, Miss Qiao enlightened her daughter, and Miss Qiao saved her daughter once again. Lord Zhang felt that his decision was even more firm and unwavering.
Because we were delayed in the county town, it was already dark when we arrived in Yuezhou.
The Chu family had already finished their meal when they heard the familiar sound of horses' hooves coming from the doorway. Old Madam Chu rushed out immediately.
The mother and daughter had only been back for a few days, and she was already tormented by missing them so much that she couldn't sleep at night.
"Madam, what are you doing? Be careful not to bump into anything. Ni'er and Lian'er just returned to Qingshui Town. Why are you hallucinating again?" Old Master Chu shook his head helplessly.
Just then, an excited voice came from the doorway: "Lian'er is here!"
Old Master Chu was delighted and instructed the cook, "Quickly prepare some good dishes, and also some desserts."
There are now many more servants in the house. Some lead the horses to feed them, while others run to Qiao Lian'er's room to take care of things. It's quite a lively scene.
After exchanging pleasantries in the living room for a while, Qiao Lian'er said, "I've come this time because I have something to tell Grandpa and Grandma."
"Grandpa, may I ask Prefect Wei, Wei Chi, to come to our house?"
Old Master Chu immediately ordered someone to invite them.
Wei Chi and Gao Shuying both passed the military training competition and are now serving as the left and right deputy envoys within the Yuezhou garrison.
Soon, the father and son arrived.
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