Fortunately, the prince was able to bring a large group of people to help put out the fire in time, so that we were all safe in the end. Isn't everything fine now? "
As he spoke, he gently patted Hong Sheng on the head to change the topic and ease the atmosphere.
Suddenly, Fu Yu brought up another matter. "Someone recently said that Coach Lu isn't very happy with you. Is that true?"
This sentence was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, breaking the silence in the room.
Hearing this, Wen Zhu's expression changed immediately, and a complex emotion flashed in her eyes, like panic and worry.
Her hand trembled slightly, as if she couldn't hold the glass of water that had just been handed to her mouth.
Seeing this, Hong Sheng hesitated for a moment before answering, "I really didn't do anything wrong."
His voice was low and firm, and it was obvious that he was trying his best to remain calm.
But judging from his slightly trembling voice, he was not as calm as he appeared.
So Fu Yu continued to ask, "So is it because getting up early every day to train disturbs other people's rest?"
Fu Yu's tone was gentle but unquestionable, and it was obvious that he cared a lot about this issue.
His eyes seemed to show concern and understanding for his younger brother.
Faced with the questioning, the child seemed very nervous. He clutched the corners of his clothes tightly with both hands and responded in a low voice: "Next time, I will pay attention to the time of morning training so as not to affect others."
Hongsheng tried his best to sound more sincere, hoping to make his brother understand that he would really improve and did not want to cause trouble for others.
"That's not the point. You're still growing, and staying up late regularly will affect your health. Practicing martial arts is important, but you also have to consider your long-term health."
Fu Yu taught his younger brother earnestly, his words containing both sternness and the care of an older brother.
Obviously, this sentence touched the sore spot of the young warrior.
In order to achieve his goal, he worked twice as hard at such a young age.
But this extreme behavior made his brother, who knew him best, very worried.
But his brother directly threatened him, "If you continue like this, I will ask Master Lu to stop allowing you to participate in martial arts training at home."
After sighing, this was almost a last-ditch effort, an attempt to make him stop and think by cutting off the things he loved.
Terrified, Hong Sheng immediately knelt down and begged for mercy, "No! Please, my lord, don't do this!"
At this moment, his face was as pale as paper, and his eyes were filled with tears, but he was stubbornly unwilling to let them fall.
For Hongsheng, the Sheng family is not only a place to practice martial arts, but also a warm family that gives him a sense of belonging.
"I promise to follow your and Master's instructions from now on and never do anything on my own again! Please forgive me!"
The Sheng family's martial arts school does not charge tuition and provides food and accommodation. The food quality is also very good, and there is plenty of meat and eggs in every meal.
The most important thing is that whether they are masters or teachers, they are all very serious and responsible, and never speak ill of or beat or scold their apprentices.
He didn't want to miss such a good opportunity, as it was a safe place where he could learn real skills!
"So what do you think you should do?"
Fu Yu still had a serious expression on his face, staring at Hong Sheng closely, as if trying to see some answers from his face.
"I will live in peace with everyone and study hard."
Hong Sheng was afraid that he would really be driven away, so he responded immediately, his tone revealing a bit of nervousness and anxiety.
"That's right. As long as you can do this, I won't let you leave here."
As Fu Yu spoke, his originally tense face relaxed a little, as if he was satisfied with Hong Sheng's attitude.
Wen Zhu, who was standing nearby, secretly felt amused and couldn't help but think that Fu Yu was really good at dealing with children.
Whenever he looks serious or angry, he becomes very imposing.
If I were to encounter such a situation, I would probably be as panicked as Hong Sheng, who looks nervous now.
"You're quite dedicated to martial arts, but how about reading and writing?"
It can be seen that Fu Yu does not intend to easily let go of further tests on Hong Sheng, and there is a subtle concern and expectation in his words.
“I’m also studying both of these seriously.”
When Hong Sheng heard this, his eyes widened and he quickly replied, as if he was afraid of accidentally angering the strict teacher-like elder in front of him.
"Come with me, let me see your progress."
After Fu Yu finished speaking, he turned and walked towards the study with steady steps, waving his hand to signal Hong Sheng to follow.
Watching the two people walking away, Wen Zhu raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a knowing smile.
Seeing Fu Yu treating Hong Sheng in this way, she felt more grateful to him.
At the same time, at the entrance of the courtyard not far away, several internal stewards were slowly walking towards this side.
Madam Lu whispered to her companions, "Do you know why the young lady was imprisoned in the ancestral hall?"
"The specific cause is still unclear. Rumor has it that a fire suddenly broke out at Yaotaiyue last night. Upon hearing the news, the Crown Prince immediately led a group of men from the palace to investigate. It's said that in this unfortunate accident, an innocent person lost their life, and six or seven others were injured and are receiving emergency treatment. The next morning, the young mistress was seen being taken to the ancestral hall for questioning, looking grave."
While another internal steward was recounting what had happened in a low voice, other people around him also began to discuss it in low voices. The whole atmosphere seemed a little tense and subtle.
"I heard that the fire might have been started by Dujuan, but she tragically died last night."
"Did anyone see Du Juan return to the palace yesterday?"
Another servant asked curiously.
"Indeed, I happened to run into her once on her way into the mansion. She looked extremely haggard and weak, completely different from the way I'd seen her before, like a completely different person. I was thinking of going over to say hello, but she seemed to be completely oblivious to my presence. She just walked past silently without even turning back."
"Do you think that what happened at Yaotai Yuechu this time might actually be related to the young lady?"
"Logically, there shouldn't be such a relationship. After all, Miss Wen Zhu was recommended to the Crown Prince by the Young Madam and was given a high position. If that were the case, wouldn't it be equivalent to undermining her own strength? It doesn't make sense at all."
"Indeed, judging by her past performance, Miss Wen Zhu has always been gentle and kind to others. It can be considered her luck that she was able to avoid this dispute this time."
At this time, Manager Kang, who was in charge of supervising daily affairs, looked around and reminded everyone seriously.
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