She hopes that even when she is in a difficult situation, she can use her words to give children strength and courage, so that they will not worry about her and Qi Guze.
After writing the letter, Xu Yuehuai personally sealed it and handed it to the messenger, instructing him to deliver it as soon as possible.
Then, she donned the cloak of night and quietly made her way to the military camp.
Inside the military camp, the lights were on, and the soldiers were either training or patrolling in an orderly manner.
Upon seeing the princess's late-night visit, a soldier stepped forward and said apologetically, "I'm sorry, Your Highness, we shouldn't have argued with you during the day. We were rash."
Xu Yuehuai smiled slightly, a smile that contained both tolerance and encouragement: "It's alright, I know you were all thinking of the bigger picture. I'm glad to see you're at peace now. Keep up the good work and protect our shared home."
"Thank you for your understanding, Your Highness!" the soldier saluted respectfully.
After bidding farewell to the soldiers here, Xu Yuehuai slowly walked through the military camp under the twinkling stars.
Arriving at a secluded training ground, they saw a figure wielding a long spear alone under the moonlight. Although the movements were slightly clumsy, they exuded an indomitable spirit.
Xu Yuehuai couldn't help but glance at him a few more times. The figure seemed to notice her gaze, stopped what he was doing, turned around and bowed: "What are your orders, Your Highness, for your sudden arrival?"
As Xu Yuehuai approached, she realized that the man was Li Feng, one of Li Lei's subordinates. Although he was simply dressed and had an ordinary face, the light shining in his eyes was impossible to ignore.
“I saw you practicing late into the night, so I came to check on you,” Xu Yuehuai said softly, her tone encouraging. “Your marksmanship may not be perfect, but your diligence and perseverance are truly admirable.”
Upon hearing this, a hint of excitement flashed across Li Feng's face, but he immediately lowered his head, appearing somewhat flustered: "Your Highness is too kind. I simply do not wish to become a burden any longer."
Xu Yuehuai saw the persistence and determination in Li Feng, which was exactly what she admired.
So she suggested, "If you're really interested, I can spar with you a few times; it might help you improve faster."
A hint of surprise flashed in Li Feng's eyes, followed by ecstatic joy: "Thank you, Your Highness!"
Under the moonlight, the two stood facing each other, and the atmosphere instantly became tense.
Xu Yuehuai moved with agility, her sword flashing like a tapestry, each move imbued with profound inner strength and exquisite martial arts skills.
Although Li Feng appeared clumsy, he was fearless and fought back with all his might against every attack.
After several exchanges, Xu Yuehuai gradually discovered Li Feng's unusual nature.
His reaction speed, strength control, and combat awareness are far beyond what ordinary soldiers can achieve.
Finally, after a clever counterattack, Xu Yuehua deliberately exposed an opening, and Li Feng seized the opportunity without hesitation, aiming his gun straight for her vital area in the chest.
However, just as the spear tip was about to touch his skin, Xu Yuehuai flashed and appeared behind Li Feng, the tip of his sword gently pressed against his neck: "You lost."
Li Feng turned around in astonishment, then knelt down on the ground, his face full of admiration: "Your Highness's martial arts are superb, I, Li Feng, am completely inferior! Please, Your Highness, accept me as your disciple and teach me martial arts!"
Xu Yuehuai shook her head and smiled, "I'm not taking on any more apprentices."
Li Feng refused to give up and insisted, "If the princess is unwilling to accept me as her apprentice, then let me be a handyman. As long as I can see the princess every day and learn from her, I will be content."
Xu Yuehuai had no choice but to agree to his request.
From that day on, Li Feng was like a shadow, never leaving Xu Yuehuai's side. Whether dealing with heavy military affairs, inspecting the disciplined military camp, or practicing martial arts alone in the quiet night, his figure could always be seen unexpectedly.
He silently shouldered the trivial matters, never complaining of hardship or fatigue. His unspoken loyalty and dedication, like a gentle stream, slowly seeped into Xu Yuehuai's heart.
One sunny day, Xu Yuehuai wielded her sword in the courtyard, her sword flashing like a rainbow, displaying a spirit that rivaled any man's.
Li Feng stood to one side, his gaze focused, sometimes furrowing his brows, sometimes showing a look of sudden realization, clearly having a strong interest in swordsmanship.
Seeing this, Xu Yuehuai had an idea and decided not to let Li Feng remain just an unknown assistant.
"Li Feng, would you be willing to learn a few sword techniques from me?" Xu Yuehuai sheathed her sword and looked at Li Feng.
Upon hearing this, a hint of surprise flashed in Li Feng's eyes, and he immediately bowed and said, "I will do my best to follow the Princess's instructions."
Therefore, Xu Yuehuai began to teach swordsmanship meticulously, explaining everything from basic footwork to variations in sword moves, without getting tired of it.
At first, Li Feng did seem to be struggling quite a bit, his movements were clumsy, and his swordplay was not smooth.
However, as time went on, he seemed to have a breakthrough, making rapid progress that surprised everyone.
"Your comprehension is truly astonishing; you've grasped such the essence in such a short time," Xu Yuehuai exclaimed, admiring Li Feng's fluid swordsmanship.
Li Feng smiled modestly, but his eyes gleamed with confidence: "Perhaps it is because the princess's swordsmanship is too exquisite, making me unable to stop. Furthermore, I have an unparalleled love and dedication to martial arts, and this sentiment may have also helped me."
Upon hearing this, Xu Yuehuai felt even more doubtful. She knew that martial arts were not something that could be mastered overnight, and Li Feng's achievements were by no means accidental.
So she decided to use the special power within her to find out. However, no matter how she investigated, Li Feng's body and soul appeared exceptionally pure, without the slightest abnormality.
"Which family are you from?" Xu Yuehuai finally couldn't help but ask, her tone filled with both doubt and concern.
Li Feng smiled slightly, a sly glint in his eyes: "Your Highness need not worry. I am just an ordinary soldier, without any sect or school. It was by chance that I met Your Highness and was able to glimpse the mysteries of martial arts. Perhaps this is fate's arrangement."
Looking into Li Feng's sincere yet slightly mysterious eyes, Xu Yuehuai had a thousand doubts in her heart, but she knew that asking any more questions would be pointless.
She knew that in this chaotic world, everyone had their own secrets and missions. What she sought was not only the improvement of her personal martial arts skills and the stability of her family, but also the peace and tranquility of this land.
Night deepened, and all was quiet except for the occasional chirping of insects and the whisper of the mountain wind in the distance, which broke the boundless tranquility.
Xu Yuehuai sat alone in the courtyard, her black dress appearing particularly composed under the moonlight. Her gaze pierced through the night, fixed on the dazzling stars, while her heart was filled with thoughts deeper than the night sky.
"Aze, when will you wake up?" she murmured softly.
The days they fought side by side were still vivid in her mind; that deep friendship, like the brightest star in the night sky, guided her forward. Her gaze gradually hardened, as if she were conversing with the stars, making a vow to protect and wait.
Then, her thoughts drifted to the distance, to those children thousands of miles away. Their smiles and their growth, like a gentle stream, reached her heart, warming her heart endlessly.
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