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Chapter 124: Practice Makes Perfect
Chapter 124: Practice Makes Perfect
Sui Sui was so anxious that she nearly pulled her hand free from Princess Qi's grasp.
Seeing the little girl, Sui Sui, so fond of her little brother, how could Princess Qi not be pleased? However, children's scuffles didn't require another child, younger than them, to step in.
Princess Qi gently stroked Sui Sui's hand and pointed into the distance. "There's no need to worry. Your brothers are sparring, and if you go to help, it will embarrass your older brother. Seventh Brother will tease him for needing his little sister's assistance to beat others."
"Sui Sui, don't panic. They're all siblings and won't be too rough. This is how they usually train together."
...
As Princess Qi gently explained, Sui Sui gradually understood.
Perhaps this was also a form of physical training? Sui Sui pondered for a while but still didn't quite grasp it.
However, if Mother said it was fine, then it probably was. Sui Sui tiptoed to get a better view and saw that the two older brothers quickly got up and ran forward again, appearing uninjured, which finally put her at ease.
The afternoon's physical training involved the Feng brothers, including Feng Xuanrui, frequently sparring in pairs.
They didn't hold back much, but their moves were painful.
By the end, they were all groaning in discomfort.
Master Shen furrowed his brows at their cries. "Remember to rub your muscles thoroughly when you get back. We'll continue tomorrow."
The Feng brothers: ...!
Save us!
The others were fine, but Feng Xuanrui hadn't practiced in over a month, so his arms and legs felt stiff and sore.
Now, he was both aching and tired. Hearing Master Shen's words, he couldn't help but look dejected.
Sui Sui felt sorry for him and walked over to gently help her brother pound his legs. "Brother, are you still sore or in pain? I've learned a little from Grandpa Liu. I can help you with the massage."
What had the little girl learned?
It was just some basic movements.
Even so, Feng Xuanrui was deeply touched.
He hugged Sui Sui's arm and continued to moan and whine.
When Feng Xuanbin saw this, he squeezed over and hugged Sui Sui's other arm, joining in the chorus of whines.
The two of them howled like wolves, monkeys, and geese—sounds that didn't quite seem human.
Feng Xuanbo, seeing that the other two had Sui Sui's arms, stood there, pounding his arms and speaking in a strange tone.
Feng Xuanjie was shy and didn't join in, but his cute puppy-like eyes couldn't help but dart back and forth, taking in the scene before him.
He stood in place, but he seemed busy, though it was unclear what he was busy with.
Feng Xuancang wanted to soothe Feng Xuanbo and asked him to stop, as his ears were starting to hurt from the noise.
The wailing and howling were truly unbearable.
Unfortunately, Feng Xuancang's attempts to persuade them fell on deaf ears.
Not only that, but Feng Xuanbo also pulled him in, asking him to judge who was more pitiful.
Feng Xuancang: ?
Judge what?
Save us! Big Brother, Second Brother, please go back to the city. Third Brother can't handle this!
As evening fell, the brothers calmed down and prepared to return to the city.
Feng Xuancang, annoyed by his brothers' noise, insisted on riding back with Master Shen.
Feng Xuanjie also wanted to join them, but after gesturing for a while, he realized his horsemanship wasn't that good. Worried that something might happen along the way and that his mother, who had a delicate disposition, would be unable to sleep peacefully if she heard about it, he ultimately gave up.
Before getting into the carriage, he gazed longingly at his third brother's horseback riding figure.
How nice! If he ate more and grew stronger, his horsemanship would probably improve a lot, too, right? The younger Feng Xuanrui and the others hadn't thought about riding horses at all.
The little colt couldn't ride well either.
And why would he want to ride a horse when he could snuggle up with his sister in the carriage?
The Princess of Qi was nearly squeezed out of the carriage by the children.
The group returned to the mansion in high spirits and happened to meet Prince Qing along the way.
The princess wasn't sure if he was on official business, so she only exchanged a few pleasantries with him, making sure to mention Sui Sui and put him at ease.
Prince Qing had been busy these past two days.
After returning to the capital, he had reported everything to the Emperor, but there were still some matters that required his attention.
Now, late in the evening, he had received a new lead and was leading a group out of the city to pursue a person of interest.
Despite his busy schedule, Prince Qing hadn't forgotten about Little Six and Sui Sui.
Now that he had met them, he naturally inquired after their well-being.
Hearing from the Princess that Sui Sui was doing well, he felt relieved.
Feng Xuanrui poked his head out of the carriage at the commotion, saying, "Uncle Prince, I'm fine now! Just a bit sore in the arms!"
Hearing this, Prince Qing nodded, his face stern as he said, "Then keep practicing."
Feng Xuanrui: ...!
He knew it!
Hmph!
The young boy pouted and retreated back into the carriage, unconvinced.
Upon hearing Prince Qing's voice, Feng Xuanbin dared not poke his head out.
He found Prince Qing to be too intimidating.
Feng Xuanbin was scared that if he angered the prince, he might eat children.
So, he didn't want to look at him!
If he couldn't see Uncle Prince, then Uncle Prince couldn't see him, and he would be safe.
What a clever little rascal!
Feng Xuanbin hid in the corner of the carriage, giggling to himself.
Although Sui Sui also found Prince Qing a bit scary, she remembered that he had saved her, and the little girl was grateful.
Now, hearing his voice, she poked her small head out, her eyes shining as she looked at him, "Uncle Prince Qing."
Seeing the little girl's bright eyes, her chubby cheeks, and the faint dimples on her lips, Prince Qing's expression softened for a moment.
Sui Sui's soft voice snapped Prince Qing back to the present, and he quickly nodded at her, "Sui Sui, you must eat more."
The former Prince Qing would never have known how to coax a child, but after spending time with Doctor Liu, he had picked up some gentler ways of speaking.
Sui Sui nodded obediently, "I know, Uncle Prince Qing."
The Princess of Qi gently rubbed Sui Sui's head, "Sui Sui, call him Uncle Prince. He is your royal uncle."
Sui Sui didn't quite understand the distinction, but whatever Mother said was definitely right.
The little girl quickly nodded and called out sweetly, "Uncle Prince!"
With the Princess's words, Prince Qing knew that his sister-in-law intended to acknowledge Sui Sui as her own.
Finally, he could let go of the worry that had been weighing on his mind.
As for his unreliable royal brother...
His opinion didn't really matter.
There was no need to pay attention to him.
In the two days since Prince Qing's return, he had surely learned about the situation.
Regarding the Qi King's trip to the other residence to have a child, Prince Qing had long become accustomed to it.
Now, he didn't bring it up again, sparing the Princess any further distress.
Prince Qing still had matters to attend to, so he bid them farewell.
The Princess of Qi politely instructed him to take care and signaled for the carriage to depart.
Once the carriage was out of sight, Feng Xuanbin quietly slipped over to Sui Sui's side, "Sister, you're so brave. You actually dared to speak to Uncle Prince."
Sui Sui didn't understand Seventh Brother's words and tilted her head, confused, "Why wouldn't I dare to speak to Uncle Prince?"
(End of Chapter)
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