During the meal, Tie Xiong reported to Qi Guze: "We have no leads on those people, and our people are doing their best to investigate."
Qi Guze nodded and said in a deep voice, "I understand. Let's sit down and eat together."
Tie Xiong responded and sat down next to Zhou Wan. He smiled憨厚ly and said to Zhou Wan, "Madam's cooking is really good, this dish is so delicious."
Zhou Wan returned the smile, and the atmosphere between the two was exceptionally harmonious.
After the meal, Xu Yuehuai pulled Qi Guze aside and whispered, "This matter is not over yet. We need to find out who is behind this."
A cold glint flashed in Qi Guze's eyes, and he said in a deep voice, "Whoever dares to hurt my family members will only face death."
In the days that followed, Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze worked closely together, not only strengthening the security of the Prince's mansion to ensure the safety of their family, but also personally investigating the mastermind behind the kidnapping. They deployed a large network of informants, hoping to find a clue and bring those insidious enemies to justice.
After experiencing that harrowing kidnapping, Qi Zixin seemed to have matured overnight. She knew she could no longer let her mother and father worry about her. She resolved to become stronger, someone who could share the burden for her family. Therefore, she proactively sought guidance from Qi Zi'ang and Tie Chunsheng, hoping to learn martial arts to enhance her self-defense capabilities.
"Little sister, you've been practicing all day, take a rest first," Qi Zi'ang said with heartache, looking at Zixin's exhausted face.
Qi Zixin shook her head, stubbornly refusing: "No, it's all my fault for not knowing martial arts that those people captured me. I must practice hard." She gripped her long sword tightly, sweat pouring down her face as she swung it, but her eyes remained as firm as ever.
“Since you want to keep practicing, then we’ll continue teaching you,” Qi Zi’ang said.
Inspired by her determination, Qi Zi'ang and Tie Chunsheng stepped forward to offer guidance. Whenever Qi Zixin's movements deviated slightly, they patiently corrected them.
"Little sister, I didn't expect you to be such a martial arts prodigy!" Qi Zi'ang was a little surprised. After all, Qi Zixin was only four years old and looked delicate and weak, yet she was able to practice martial arts better than ordinary guards.
Tie Chunsheng chimed in, "This is simply a martial arts prodigy!"
"Brother, nephew, you flatter me!" Qi Zixin said without stopping her work.
Through daily hard training, Qi Zixin's martial arts skills gradually improved.
One morning, sunlight filtered through the sparse clouds, dappling the training ground.
Xu Yuehuai walked lightly past this familiar place. Her gaze was drawn to a lively figure—her daughter, Qi Zixin, who was wielding a long sword and practicing her moves.
Although Qi Zixin's swordsmanship was still somewhat immature, each strike revealed her tenacity and determination. Her gaze was focused and resolute, as if she wanted to pour all her strength into this longsword.
Xu Yuehua felt a warmth in her heart and couldn't help but stop and observe carefully.
"Zixin, you've done well." Xu Yuehuai's gentle yet firm voice broke the silence of the training ground.
Upon hearing her mother's voice, Qi Zixin's face lit up with surprise. She stopped what she was doing, turned around breathlessly, and the sweat on her forehead glistened in the sunlight.
"Mother, what brings you here?" Qi Zixin's voice carried a hint of coquetry.
Xu Yuehuai smiled and stepped forward, gently wiping the sweat from her daughter's forehead. She said softly, "I couldn't help but come and watch you practice so diligently. However, martial arts skills cannot be mastered overnight; they require gradual progress. Let's stop here for today. I will teach you myself tomorrow."
Upon hearing this, Qi Zixin's eyes flashed with excitement. She threw herself into Xu Yuehuai's arms, hugged her tightly, and said coquettishly, "Mother, you are so good to me."
At this moment, on the other side of the training ground, Qi Zi'ang and Tie Chunsheng were also attracted by the commotion. They saw Xu Yuehuai instructing Qi Zixin in sword practice, and their hearts were filled with enthusiasm as well.
"Mother, I also want you to teach me!" Qi Ziang spoke first, his eyes shining with longing.
Tie Chunsheng, not to be outdone, chimed in, "I want to learn too! Grandma, please teach us!"
Xu Yuehuai looked at her two lively and adorable children, her heart filled with affection. She smiled and patted their heads, saying softly, "You two little ones are already quite capable. I can't teach you anything more. Go learn from your father and grandfather; they are both martial arts masters."
Upon hearing this, the children's faces showed disappointment.
But just then, a dignified and loud voice rang out: "Don't you want to learn from me?"
Everyone looked in the direction of the voice and saw Qi Guze striding towards them. He was dressed in a black outfit, his eyes were sharp as an eagle's, and he exuded an aura of authority that commanded respect without anger.
"Father! (Grandpa!)" Qi Zi'ang and Tie Chunsheng ran over excitedly when they saw Qi Guze.
Qi Guze smiled and patted their shoulders, then turned to Xu Yuehuai and said, "Ayue, let the children learn from me, and I guarantee they will become true martial arts masters."
Looking at her husband's confident demeanor, Xu Yuehuai was filled with anticipation. She nodded and said, "Alright, Zixin, Ziang, and Chunsheng are in your care."
In the days that followed, Qi Guze personally guided the children in practicing martial arts. He would sometimes sternly correct their mistakes, and at other times patiently explain the essence of martial arts. Xu Yuehuai, on the other hand, quietly observed the children's progress, offering them encouragement and support from time to time.
Whenever the children master a new move or skill, they excitedly run to Xu Yuehuai to show it off. Xu Yuehuai, in turn, generously praises and compliments them. In her eyes, these children are her most precious treasure.
As time went by, Qi Zixin's martial arts skills improved day by day. Her figure became increasingly agile and nimble on the training ground, every move and stance filled with power and beauty. Xu Yuehuai watched her daughter's growth and progress, her heart filled with pride and satisfaction.
Finally, one day, Xu Yuehuai watched Qi Zixin's graceful movements on the training ground and couldn't help but exclaim, "Zixin, you've really grown up. Your martial arts skills have surpassed my level back then."
Upon hearing this, Qi Zixin stopped what she was doing and turned to look at Xu Yuehuai. Her face was beaming with a confident and radiant smile, as beautiful and delicate as a blooming flower.
"Mother, this is all thanks to your and Father's guidance and support," Qi Zixin said confidently. "I will continue to practice martial arts diligently and live up to your expectations."
Xu Yuehuai smiled and nodded, saying, "Good child, I believe you can definitely become a true martial arts master."
As the sun set, its golden rays bathed the entire training ground. Xu Yuehuai and Qi Zixin stood side by side, gazing at the sunset gradually disappearing below the horizon, their hearts filled with hope and light.
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