Chapter 102: Is Xiao Fu Bao Disliked? The Whole City Loves Me With Their Lives
**Chapter 102: A Gift from Heaven**
Suisui had a sweet nap and a pleasant dream.
In her dream, there was endless delicious food, a soft bed, and the comforting scent and gentle touch of her mother.
Suisui was so comfortable that she didn’t want to wake up.
However, nature called, and after hurriedly addressing her needs, Suisui sat by the bed, taking a moment to gather herself.
Qi Wangfei, who had been keeping track of the time, saw Suisui drowsily head to the washroom and then return to sit by the bed, lost in thought. She couldn’t help but smile.
She reached out and gently patted Suisui’s head, “Time to wake up?”
The touch of her mother’s hand made Suisui feel very comfortable and secure. She instinctively tilted her head, rubbing against her mother’s palm like a little kitten, her voice sweet and drowsy, “Yes, I’m waking up.”
Feeling the little girl's attachment, Qi Wangfei’s heart softened.
She thought to herself: Raising such a tender, sweet child is wonderful.
At that moment, Qi Wangfei even considered that if the prince didn’t like it and only wanted a biological daughter from a master’s prediction, that wouldn’t be so bad either.
Then she wouldn’t have to worry about anyone competing for her precious little girl!
However, Qi Wangfei quickly shook her head, dismissing the thought.
It would be too selfish.
Such a cute little girl should be cherished by many people.
Suisui had suffered too much in the past. Qi Wangfei wanted her future days to be sweet.
After the nap, the mouthwash was still floral tea.
After rinsing her mouth, Qi Wangfei dressed Suisui in her clothes.
Looking at Suisui’s short hair, Qi Wangfei felt a bit regretful, “When Suisui’s hair grows longer, I’ll style it into a little bun for you.”
To help Suisui understand what a little bun was, Qi Wangfei explained, “Just like the pretty little buns that Qiaoqiao has.”
Qiaoqiao was Ying Zhi, whom they had met earlier in the morning.
Suisui remembered.
Thinking of Qiaoqiao, Suisui quickly recalled Ruoruo, whom she had met in Wenzhou.
She was happy to share these pleasant memories with her mother.
So, after getting dressed, Suisui held her mother’s hand and chattered non-stop, “On the road, I also met a sister named Ruoruo. She was very gentle, gave me candy, and patted my head. She was so nice.”
“She also said that I’m as cute as her little sister!”
“Ruoruo said my head is round and the cutest, and she wanted it!”
……
Children’s innocent chatter.
Qi Wangfei listened with great interest.
She had already heard about the events on the road from both Prince Qing and Physician Liu.
Now, hearing about Ruoruo, Qi Wangfei guessed it was Lian Ruoyi, the daughter of the magistrate of Nianqiao County.
Lian Ruoyi’s aunt, Lian Meiren, was currently favored and popular in the palace.
Qi Wangfei had met Lian Meiren during her last visit to the palace to pay respects to the Empress Dowager.
Lian Meiren was a charming and bright beauty, and Qi Wangfei had a good impression of her.
Lian Meiren was kind-hearted, so Lian Ruoyi must also be a nice girl.
However, the magistrate of Nianqiao County had been transferred only recently. Unless he achieved remarkable political results, it would be a while before he returned to the capital.
Thus, Suisui might not see her Ruoruo sister for some time.
Qi Wangfei understood this but chose not to mention it, fearing it might disappoint Suisui.
She followed Suisui’s lead and said, “Yes, Ruoruo is lovely. Remember to write a letter to her when you get the chance. It’s fine if you can’t write; we can draw pictures. We can even buy gifts for her.”
Fearing that Suisui might feel self-conscious about not having money, Qi Wangfei added, “If you want to make something yourself, that’s fine too. I’ll find someone to teach you how to do crafts, okay?”
Suisui had been worrying about what gift to give Ruoruo.
Hearing her mother’s suggestion, Suisui happily nodded, “Okay, I got it.”
Then, thinking for a moment, Suisui added loudly, “Thank you, Mother. I love you.”
Children’s expressions of love were simple and straightforward.
Qi Wangfei’s eyes crinkled with a smile. She felt that Suisui was truly a gift from heaven!
She would cherish her with all her heart.
Feng Xuanrui and the others had also woken up and quickly got ready.
The afternoon archery and equestrian class was about to start, so they went to the small training ground in the backyard without first greeting Qi Wangfei.
The area had been specially cleared and leveled several times to ensure a stable and solid surface for the classes.
At this time, the instructor had arrived and was taking attendance.
After roll call, the instructor led them in practicing the Ba Duan Jin.
Suisui didn’t join the small class yet, as she had no prior experience with such things. Qi Wangfei hadn’t planned for her to start learning immediately.
So, she watched from the sidelines.
After the Ba Duan Jin, the instructor had them practice basic skills as a warm-up for archery and horseback riding.
The basics were not difficult.
They involved stances and strength exercises.
Feng Xuanrui hadn’t practiced in over a month, so restarting felt almost like starting from scratch.
Holding the horse stance...
It was so hard!
Feng Xuanrui found himself shivering with exhaustion after only a short while.
He turned his head and realized he was even struggling more than Xiao Qi?
What?
When did he become less capable than Xiao Qi?
Feng Xuanrui, unwilling to accept this, gritted his teeth and persevered.
The instructor was still the same as in the morning.
Although most officials in the Great Zhou dynasty were not equally skilled in both literature and martial arts, many scholars were also quite proficient in martial skills.
The instructor, despite his scholarly background, was not inferior in martial skills.
Thus, both literary and martial lessons were taught by Master Shen.
At this moment, Master Shen, holding a ruler, walked leisurely among the young masters, occasionally glancing at this one or that one.
Master Shen did not speak, but his gaze was imposing.
Suisui, watching from a short distance, had just been eagerly imitating her brothers’ stances.
When Master Shen’s gaze shifted towards her, even if just in her direction, Suisui was startled.
Qi Wangfei watched from the side, feeling somewhat helpless.
She gently patted Suisui’s back and comforted her softly, “Don’t be afraid, Suisui.”
She didn’t say more.
To ensure Master Shen could properly teach the students, it was important to maintain his authority.
Even as spectators, they needed to show Master Shen respect.
Only then would the students feel a sense of reverence and attend to their lessons diligently.
Thus, Qi Wangfei said nothing about not being afraid of Master Shen.
She felt it was not fear but rather respect.
The little girl didn’t understand, so Qi Wangfei thought it best not to say too much.
The comforting touch of her mother gave Suisui the courage she needed. She peeked up again and, seeing that Master Shen had moved his gaze away, resumed imitating her brothers’ horse stance.
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