Xu Yuehuai hugged Qi Guze tightly, tears streaming down her face.
She gently stroked his cheek, feeling his faint breath and heartbeat.
"Wake up... I can't live without you..." she murmured softly.
The next morning, as the first rays of sunlight pierced through the clouds and shone into the room, the Ghost Doctor rushed in. Seeing the scene before him, he couldn't help but sigh, "You two! You're truly both lovable and infuriating."
He quickly checked their injuries, and a relieved smile gradually appeared on his face.
"Your meridians have recovered, and your martial arts will gradually recover as well. As for the prince... although he suffered a great loss of vitality this time, fortunately his foundation was not damaged. He will be able to recover completely after a period of recuperation. However, it will be difficult for him to improve his martial arts further."
The Ghost Doctor's words made Xu Yuehuai feel both relieved and relieved, and she tightly grasped Qi Guze's hand.
"Then I will become the supreme ruler of the world and protect him for life." Her voice was unwavering.
No matter what, she will fight alongside Qi Guze forever.
The Ghost Doctor smiled slightly: "That's a fine ambition. But you must remember, health is the foundation of everything. Only when you're all healthy can you protect everything you want to protect together."
Xu Yuehua nodded in agreement. Along the way, she had been supported by Qi Guze, the Ghost Doctor, Yan Qing, and countless loyal soldiers and civilians, and she would use her own strength to create a better future for them.
In that secluded corner of the military camp, gently embraced by the afterglow of the setting sun, Qi Guze slowly opened his heavy eyelids. The world around him seemed both strange and familiar.
He tried to sit up, but could only rely on the support of the wheelchair, and that feeling of powerlessness brought a complex and indescribable emotion to his heart.
Seeing this, Xu Yuehuai quickly stepped forward, her eyes full of tenderness and heartache. She gently adjusted the wheelchair to a comfortable angle so that Qi Guzeng could relax more.
"It's all thanks to you that I've overcome one difficulty after another during this time." Xu Yuehuai's gaze pierced through the afterglow of the setting sun, meeting Qi Guze's eyes, as if it could penetrate all obstacles. "Even when you were unconscious, you always had me in your heart. Thank you, Aze."
Qi Guze smiled affectionately, "You are my wife, the love of my life, of course I will support you at all times."
"But because of me, you'll never be able to improve your martial arts skills in this lifetime. Don't you regret it at all?" Xu Yuehuai squatted down and gently held Qi Guze's hands.
"I have no regrets, just like loving you; I will never regret it." His voice was warm and powerful.
"One day I will become the best in the world, and no one will be able to hurt you." A power to transcend oneself and protect one's lover burned in Xu Yuehuai's eyes.
Qi Guze gently shook his head, his eyes full of tenderness, "I don't want you to work so hard."
"It's not hard work, otherwise I wouldn't feel at ease." Xu Yuehuai stood up, looked into the distance, as if he could already see the day he would stand at the pinnacle of the martial arts world.
Then, she turned and walked towards the training ground, her back view resolute and determined.
Qi Guze silently guided him from the side, his eyes sometimes stern and sometimes gentle, striving for precision in every movement, as if he wanted to impart all the knowledge he had learned in his life.
However, a sudden cough broke the silence, and Qi Guze quickly covered his mouth, trying not to let Xu Yuehuai notice.
But the power of the red rose stone had already bound the two closely together. Xu Yuehuai's heart tightened suddenly. She knew that Qi Guze's physical condition was far worse than it appeared.
"Aze, you..." Xu Yuehuai's voice was a little choked, but she quickly adjusted her emotions so that her worries would not affect Qi Guze.
"I'm fine, you focus on your training." Qi Guze tried to remain calm, but his eyes betrayed him.
Xu Yuehuai didn't say anything more, but focused even more intently on her practice. With each swing of her sword, she seemed to transform the determination and love in her heart into sword energy, cutting through all obstacles.
Under the setting sun, the two figures appeared both warm and resilient, inspiring contemplation.
As the last ray of sunlight disappeared below the horizon, Xu Yuehuai, with a weary yet satisfied smile, pushed Qi Guze back to the military camp.
However, what awaited them was an unexpected surprise.
"Why are you here?" Xu Yuehuai looked at Qi Ziang and Qi Zixin, who had suddenly appeared, in surprise. The two children had obviously sneaked out as well.
"I missed Daddy and Mommy, so I came with my brother." Qi Zixin's voice was clear and melodious. Her little face was slightly flushed with excitement, and her bright eyes sparkled with endless longing for her parents.
Qi Ziang stood in front of his sister with a guilty look on his face, as if he wanted to take all the responsibility for her.
"If your parents want to blame someone, blame me." His words carried a hint of stubbornness, but more than anything, they expressed his love and protection for his family.
Jiang Shichen appeared at the right time, breaking the slightly tense atmosphere.
“I sent the message to them. I know that Grandma and Grandpa must miss them very much.”
"Father, what happened to your leg?" Qi Zixin rushed to Qi Guze.
"It's nothing, she just needs to rest for a while." Qi Guze gently stroked Qi Zixin's head, his eyes full of love and tenderness.
At this moment, the purest emotional bond between family members takes over everything.
Xu Yuehuai smiled gently and said softly, "You all sit down, I'll go cook."
Before she finished speaking, she had already turned around gracefully and stepped into the simple kitchen of the military camp.
Inside the kitchen, several chefs from Tianxianglou, including Lu Li, were busy at work. The firelight illuminated their focused faces, and the clatter of pots and pans created a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Xu Yuehuai's arrival seemed to add a touch of the extraordinary to this ordinary space.
She quickly integrated herself into the group, working alongside Lu Li. Her skillful handling of the ingredients, each cut precise, preserved their original flavor while giving them new life.
An enticing aroma gradually filled the air—the smell of home, the peace and warmth on the eve of victory.
Soon, a table of delicious dishes, perfect in color, aroma, and taste, was presented to everyone.
Xu Yuehuai personally invited several of his military friends, including Wang Mang and Li Lei, to share this rare dinner.
As soon as Wang Mang stepped into the dining hall, he was attracted by the delicious dishes on the table. He laughed heartily and said, "Big sister, I never expected you to be such a good cook. It's such a blessing to be with you! This military camp life has become a little warmer because of you."
Li Lei and the others echoed his sentiments, their laughter and praise mingling together, dispelling the fatigue and gloom of the past few days.
At the dinner table, everyone chatted and laughed, talking about everything from battlefield bravery to the trivialities of life.
Xu Yuehuai sat next to Qi Guze, occasionally serving him food. Their eyes met, revealing a deep understanding and affection that needed no words.
The children were even more excited. Qi Ziang and Qi Zixin sat around their parents, their little faces beaming with happy smiles.
They shared their little secrets and occasionally burst into laughter at a joke, filling the dining room with joyful laughter.
This night was a rare moment of reunion for Xu Yuehuai's family, and also the beginning of an infinitely bright future.
Under the light of love and hope, no matter how bumpy the road ahead, they will join hands and move forward together to welcome the arrival of each new dawn.
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