Chapter 25: Is Xiao Fu Bao Disliked? The Whole City Loves Me With Their Lives
**Chapter 25: Tossing the Five Wooden Sticks**
Feng Xuanrui sighed inwardly: it really is wonderful to have a younger sister!
No wonder his father liked obedient and cute little girls.
He liked them too!
Feng Xuanrui, who was fond of his sister, fed Suisui an entire bowl of congee.
He was so satisfied that he wanted to feed Suisui his own bowl as well.
However, Qingshui quietly reminded him, “Young Master, be mindful of the digestive issues.”
Suisui’s appetite was small, and eating a few pieces of snacks had already caused her digestive problems.
Feng Xuanrui felt a bit troubled by this.
Reluctantly putting down the congee, he said to Suisui, “Suisui, I’ll feed you again at noon.”
Suisui, savoring the delicious meat congee, nodded obediently.
Her little tongue swirled around in her mouth, enjoying the lingering flavor of the meat congee, and she swallowed quietly.
The meat congee was so delicious!
And when fed by her brother, it was even better!
Unfortunately, her little tummy was already full, and she couldn’t eat more.
When feeding his sister, Feng Xuanrui was gentle as a spring breeze.
But when it came to eating himself, he devoured his food like a ravenous wolf.
He barely maintained the manners expected of a young master of the royal family.
However, his gaping mouth made Qingshui’s eyelids twitch.
After eating, Feng Xuanrui took Suisui to find Physician Liu.
They wanted to ask if they could release the river lanterns today.
As for the kite-making?
The siblings chose to remain silent about it.
As long as they didn’t mention it, no one would know their kites had failed!
Physician Liu had just finished his breakfast and was about to read a book.
When the two children asked about the river lanterns, he thought for a moment before replying, “Lord Qing should be back today. You can ask him then.”
Physician Liu believed that, while he could protect the children, it would be more reassuring if Lord Qing were present.
Knowing they had to wait for Lord Qing’s return, Feng Xuanrui decided to take Suisui to play in the meantime.
He thought that staying idle in the relay station all day was not an option.
Recalling the toys he had brought, he took Suisui to find Qingshan.
“Qingshan, Qingshan, did I bring the Five Wooden Sticks?”
“I want to play the Five Wooden Sticks with my sister. Hurry and find them.”
Hearing Feng Xuanrui call him, Qingshan quickly set aside his work, found the Five Wooden Sticks, cleaned them thoroughly, and placed them on the table.
Considering the children’s sizes, Qingshan also found two higher cushions to place on the chairs.
Suisui had never heard of the Five Wooden Sticks, let alone played with them.
Feng Xuanrui seemed to have anticipated this and explained to her as they walked, “The Five Wooden Sticks are simple. You’ll learn quickly. Watch your brother’s demonstration!”
“I’ll lead you to victory!”
Feng Xuanrui didn’t plan to go easy on Suisui.
So, he called Qingshan and Qingshui: “You two form one team, and I’ll be on Suisui’s team. We’ll compete!”
The two brothers, finally relieved from splitting bamboo, could finally take a break.
Feng Xuanrui led Suisui over, pointing to the board, and began to explain: “We’ll toss the sticks, and based on the numbers, we’ll move the pieces.”
“This is a pit, this is a pitfall, and that’s a river…”
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Suisui, who couldn’t read, was confused by the unfamiliar objects in front of her.
However, she listened attentively to Feng Xuanrui’s explanation.
After Feng Xuanrui finished, he noticed Suisui’s confused expression and knew she hadn’t understood.
He patiently explained again.
Seeing that Suisui still didn’t get it, Feng Xuanrui raised his arm reassuringly: “Don’t worry, your brother is here!”
The phrase “your brother is here” somehow provided a sense of comfort.
Suisui, who had been anxious about not remembering such a complex game, felt a bit more at ease upon hearing these words.
The Five Wooden Sticks were set up, and Feng Xuanrui called for the game to start.
He confidently declared, “You guys go first!”
Qingshan and Qingshui: …!
What difference did it make if they went first?
In the end, they still had to accommodate the children’s emotions and let them win!
Not wanting to bully the little ones, Qingshan let Qingshui go first.
As Qingshui tossed the sticks, Feng Xuanrui quietly explained to Suisui, “Just toss the Five Wooden Sticks into that cup. The number that comes up will determine how many steps we move.”
Watching Qingshui’s actions and listening to Feng Xuanrui’s explanation, Suisui became inexplicably nervous.
Her small hand by her side unconsciously formed a tight fist, and her breathing became shallow.
She fixed her eyes on Qingshui’s actions, trying to remember the process.
Feng Xuanrui observed from the side, seeing Suisui’s tense and focused demeanor, and felt both amused and eager to comfort her.
Bang!
Before Feng Xuanrui could speak, Qingshui’s Five Wooden Sticks had already landed in the cup.
It was three points.
Feng Xuanrui waved his hand dismissively and turned to Suisui, “Three points, no big deal. Suisui, let’s see you get a six!”
Suisui instinctively thought: I can’t do it!
But looking at Feng Xuanrui’s smiling face, she couldn’t bring herself to say retreating words.
The system was also encouraging her in her mind.
【Suisui, you haven’t even started yet. You can’t say you can’t do it.】
【Believe in yourself!】
【Even if you find you can’t do it after trying, that’s okay. Everyone needs to go through a learning process.】
【You’re still young, and there are countless possibilities.】
【Suisui, learn to believe in yourself rather than doubt yourself.】
Don’t doubt yourself!
The system’s words over the past few days had gradually helped Suisui understand their meaning.
Encouraged by her brother and the system, Suisui gained a lot of confidence.
She wanted to be like her brother, boldly declaring, “I can do it!”
But what came out was a soft, timid voice: “Get a six!”
Her soft voice lacked any force.
But Feng Xuanrui was delighted to hear it and cheered along with Suisui, “Get a six, get a six!”
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