A few days later, with everyone's careful care and companionship, the two sisters gradually calmed down.
As everyone gradually became familiar with each other, Wang Fan also learned that the older sister's name was Su Yaqi and the younger sister's name was Su Yalin.
That day, Wang Fan taught the five women how to use crossbows on the deck, and even took out the crossbows to demonstrate to them.
"Watch closely. When using a crossbow, you must keep your balance, aim at the target, and fire decisively," Wang Fan said, demonstrating the standard movements.
The five women watched intently, their eyes filled with curiosity and seriousness.
Su Yalin tried to pick up the crossbow, but she couldn't hold it steady because she wasn't strong enough.
Wang Fan smiled and stepped forward to help her adjust her posture.
"That's it, just practice a few more times and you'll get the hang of it."
Su Yalin's face flushed instantly, and her heart began to race involuntarily.
Wang Fan was unaware and continued to instruct the other girls.
He turned to teach his older sister, Su Yaqi, and was surprised to find that she learned very quickly and was exceptionally attentive.
Wang Fan couldn't help but praise, "Yaqi, not bad, you have a strong ability to understand."
Su Yaqi wiped the sweat from her forehead and said with a determined look in her eyes, "Brother Wang, I will work even harder."
Wang Fan understood that it was the helplessness she felt when her parents died that had deeply wounded her, which made her so determined to become stronger.
Wang Fan gently patted Su Yaqi's shoulder and said, "Yaqi, keep it up."
Wang Fan turned his head and saw Xiao Meng slacking off. He pretended to be angry and said, "Xiao Meng, you're slacking off again. Hurry up and practice seriously!"
Xiao Meng stuck out her tongue, picked up the crossbow with embarrassment, and started practicing again.
Looking at the monotonous training, Wang Fan thought to himself that it was indeed a bit boring and he needed to think of a way to improve everyone's enthusiasm.
After thinking for a moment, he had a sudden inspiration and said loudly, "Girls, let's have a competition to see who has the best shooting skills!"
Upon hearing this, the women immediately perked up and were all eager to try.
Xiao Meng blinked her big eyes and asked, "Brother, what are the prizes for the competition?"
Wang Fan smiled and said, "The person who wins first place will receive this Demon-Sealing Crossbow from me, and the person who comes in last place will be punished according to family rules!"
When everyone heard Wang Fan mention family discipline, Xiao Meng, Qin Xiaoxuan, and Hua Nianci blushed, while the two sisters, Su Yaqi and Su Yalin, looked completely bewildered.
Seeing this, Wang Fan cleared his throat and said, "Alright, girls, let the competition begin!"
He first hung several targets on a wooden board in the distance, and then distributed the same number of crossbow bolts to each girl.
Xiao Meng took a deep breath and was the first to raise her crossbow.
He squinted one eye, aimed at the target, and with a "whoosh," the crossbow bolt flew out.
Unfortunately, she missed the bullseye slightly. She stomped her foot in frustration.
Wang Fan stepped forward, gently patted Xiao Meng's shoulder, and encouraged her, "Don't be discouraged, Xiao Meng. This is just the first shot. Adjust your mindset, there will be more opportunities later."
Xiao Meng looked up at Wang Fan, nodded, and cheered herself up.
Xiao Meng performed very well in the next few arrows, with each arrow coming close to the bullseye.
Wang Fan couldn't help but praise, "Xiao Meng, those arrows were beautifully shot!"
Xiao Meng smiled happily.
Wang Fan said, "Okay, Xiao Meng did a good job. Next up is Qin Xiaoxuan."
At this moment, Qin Xiaoxuan walked out calmly. Her eyes were focused, her posture was upright, and she exuded an aura of confidence in every move she made.
She steadily raised her crossbow, aimed at the bullseye, and fired without hesitation.
The crossbow bolt flew out like lightning, and with a "bang," it hit the very center of the bullseye.
The crowd gasped in surprise, and Wang Fan couldn't help but exclaim, "Xiaoxuan, what excellent archery!"
Qin Xiaoxuan smiled slightly, without the slightest hint of pride.
In the following rounds of shooting, Qin Xiaoxuan maintained a high level of skill, only slightly missing the bullseye once.
Wang Fan called out, "Next, Nianci, you're up!"
Hua Nianci took a deep breath, walked steadily forward, gripped the crossbow tightly with both hands, and stared intently at the target.
She held her breath and fired an arrow in an instant, hitting the bullseye, to the cheers of the crowd.
But in the next few arrows, whether it was due to nervousness or something else, her performance could only be considered above average.
Occasionally one arrow went slightly off course, but overall the performance was commendable.
At this moment, the pressure fell on the sisters Su Yaqi and Su Yalin, who had not yet fired.
Wang Fan asked, "Which of you sisters will go first?"
The older sister, Su Yaqi, bit her lip and bravely stepped forward.
Her hands trembled slightly with nervousness, but her eyes were filled with determination.
Su Yaqi raised her crossbow, tried to calm her breathing, aimed at the target, and fired the first arrow with a "whoosh".
Although the arrow didn't hit the bullseye, it wasn't too bad.
Wang Fan encouraged her, "Yaqi, don't be nervous, relax, and believe in yourself."
Su Yaqi glanced gratefully at Wang Fan, took a deep breath, and raised her crossbow again.
With a "whoosh," the arrow struck the bullseye perfectly.
Su Yaqi's confidence soared, and most of her next arrows landed near the center.
Everyone applauded and cheered, and Wang Fan also showed a gratified smile.
"Alright, next up is Yalin's turn," Wang Fan said.
Su Yalin stepped forward nervously, took a deep breath, and tried to calm herself down.
He raised the crossbow, aimed, and fired the first arrow, but unfortunately, it missed.
Everyone encouraged her, saying, "Yalin, don't be nervous, you can do it!"
Su Yalin bit her lip, readjusted her posture, and fired another arrow.
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