After standing silently at the door for a while, a faint cloud unconsciously rose on Chi Bo Jinghua's exquisite face.
“These young people…”
Chibo Jinghua silently cursed in her heart, shook her head, and turned to leave.
Just then, a loud crashing sound came from inside the house.
This was followed by a slightly mocking whisper from Yuzuru Nan.
"Junior sister, scream all you want, even if you scream until your throat is hoarse, Master won't come to save you!"
The voice was very soft, yet exceptionally clear, as if the speaker were very close.
And indeed, the two people who were playfully fighting inside were now leaning against the door.
The three of them, master and apprentice, were separated only by a door.
Now things are really messed up. Ikeba Shizuka is holding the plate, standing there, not knowing whether to leave or stay. Her beautiful eyebrows are deeply furrowed, forming a "川" (river) shape.
Walking now will definitely make noise. At such a close distance, they'll definitely hear it inside. Then, wouldn't she, as the master, be accused of eavesdropping?
Thinking of this, she hesitated for a moment, but ultimately chose to remain still.
How long can young people play around like that?
Time passed slowly, and after what seemed like an eternity, the room finally quieted down.
"Phew~"
Chibo Jinghua let out a soft sigh of relief.
She carefully carried the now-cold milk back to her bedroom on the second floor.
I must say, she has amazing self-control.
However, whether it was because her legs went numb from standing for too long or her body felt weak from listening for too long, when she put down the plate, her hand trembled and she accidentally spilled a glass of milk.
The sound of the cup hitting the ground was unusually crisp in the quiet house, breaking the original tranquility.
"Heh~"
Yuzuru, who was still awake, looked up at the ceiling and a wicked smile appeared on his lips.
Goodnight, Master.
...
For the next few days, the two stayed at their master's house, learning kendo and karuta from him.
Compared to Kazuha, who made rapid progress and showed great talent, Kusunoki Hanyu's progress was much slower.
Therefore, Ikeba Shizuka devoted most of his energy to his somewhat clumsy apprentice, patiently answering his questions and providing meticulous guidance.
The relationship between the master and his three disciples grew increasingly close as they spent time together.
Looking at her two lively, adorable, and energetic apprentices, Ikeba Shizuka felt as if she were seeing her younger self, experiencing a wonderful feeling of returning to her youth.
So much so that, with the two of them by her side these past few days, she has completely forgotten that she has a husband and son.
However, the time for joyful gatherings is always short, and parting is the norm in life.
Kazuha's vacation was over, and it was time for Hanyu Nan to return to Tokyo.
...
Osaka Station.
A luxury car slowly stopped in front of the station entrance. Yuzuru Hanyu got out of the car, walked quickly to the other side, and reached out to open the car door.
"Master, slow down."
"Um."
Ikeba Shizuka responded and gracefully stepped out of the car, taking Hanyu Nan's arm with her hand.
Today, she wore an elegant kimono, and her long, glossy black hair was loosely pinned up at the back of her head, with a few strands playfully falling on either side of her face, adding to her gentle beauty.
The overall impression she gives is one of gentle and unassuming elegance.
"Xiao Nan, take good care of yourself when you get to Dong, and don't fall behind in your studies."
While gently instructing him, Shizuka Ikebab reached out her slender fingers and gently closed the open collar of Yuzuru Hanyu's collar.
It will be windy here, and you'll easily catch a cold.
"Yes, I understand, Master." Yu Shengnan squinted his eyes, his face showing an obedient expression, letting her do as she pleased.
Only Ikenami Shizuka came to see him off today. Kazuha had originally wanted to take the day off to see him off, but he stopped her.
To be honest, he had his own little reason for choosing to return to school only at the beginning of the semester...
After helping her disciple tidy up her clothes, Chi Bojinghua bent down and took a notebook from the car, handing it to her. "Xiao Nan, here you go. It contains some of my insights on swordsmanship. You can take a look at it before you practice."
She went to great lengths to help her clumsy apprentice, who lacked talent, and tried every possible way to improve him.
"Thank you, Master!"
With a look of deep emotion, Yuzuru took the notebook, then stepped forward and embraced Shizuka Ikenami.
Holding a boy who was neither her husband nor her son in public, Ikeba Shizuka stiffened slightly, and the voice she had heard that night involuntarily surfaced in her mind.
Especially when Yuzuru's hot breath sprayed onto her neck, Ikenami Shizuka felt her heart tremble suddenly, and an indescribable feeling welled up inside her.
But she was a woman of many experiences, and she suppressed the strange feeling in her heart, reaching out to gently pat Yuzuru's back.
After spending the last few days together, she had completely let her guard down around Yuzuru. In Ikenami Shizuka's eyes, the two were just a close master and disciple.
And what can an apprentice do for his master?
She never thought about it from any other angle.
The two embraced, and Ikebab Shizuka felt the warmth of Yuzuru Hanyu's embrace. After a while, she gently said, "Okay, have you hugged enough?"
However, Yuzuru shook his head like a child, muttering, "Not yet..."
Then, he took a deep breath, and instead of letting go, he hugged Ikeba Shizuka even tighter, and said in a coquettish tone, "Master smells so good, like flowers in spring."
Upon hearing this, Ikeba Shizuka couldn't help but laugh and scold, "You're such a smooth talker!"
But there was a hint of doting in her helpless tone.
As she spoke, she raised her hand and gently pinched her disciple's cheek, while indulging and letting Yu Shengnan hug her.
Indeed, children who know how to be spoiled always have the best lives.
After a long while, Yuzuru seemed finally satisfied. Reluctantly, he let go of her arms and said affectionately, "Master, I will miss you."
"Work hard, your master is waiting for you to come back."
Ikeba Shizuka smiled faintly, her eyes full of tenderness, as if they could melt a person's heart.
"Oh, right, Master, this is for you."
As if suddenly remembering something, Yu Shengnan conjured up a beautifully carved wooden box in his hand.
When Ikeba Shizuka saw the wooden box, her previously calm expression instantly changed. Her pupils contracted sharply, and her body involuntarily took a small step forward.
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