At a certain mansion in the East Sea.

The summer wind blew in through the window, carrying the scent of the sea.

In a purple brocade robe, Luò Xīngchén sat poised behind his desk. His slender and elegant fingers held a white jade paperweight, upon which neat and graceful characters were penned in a row. Luò Xīngchén carefully examined every single character, not missing one.

When he finished reading the entire article, his beautiful phoenix eyes narrowed slightly, his thoughts drifting across the ocean like a distant memory, as if he were back in Changping Village...

"Chen'er, are you in the study?"

From outside the study door, came Wu Wang's voice.

Luo Xingchen quickly regained his composure, placing the letter on the table and getting up to personally open the door.

"Grandfather, please come in!"

Luo Xingchen extended his hand and made a gesture of invitation.

The King Wu nodded slightly, very satisfied that his grandson, at such a young age, was so generous and composed.

He strode into the study and at once saw the letter on the desk, as well as the large wooden chest lying beside it.

“These were all sent by your parents?” King Wu asked.

Luo Xingchen's gaze swept across those things, his eyes filled with a few strands of gentleness and warmth.

He nodded lightly and said, "Grandmother, besides that, my mother also prepared two seasons' worth of clothing and shoes for me. There is also a letter from home."

Under the box, there was still a small gift his sister had given him. As for what it was, that was a secret between him and his sister, and he didn't want to tell his grandfather.

King Wu raised his hand, his rough hand resting on the wooden chest as if he could feel through the wood the origins of the chest and the familial love that spanned thousands of miles. A sudden silence fell over the study.

After a moment, Luo Xingchen broke the silence first.

He came before King Wu, raised his hands in a fist, and bowed slightly: "I wonder what instructions Grandfather has for me?"

The certain something in Wu Wang's eyes dissipated, and he regained his imposing coolness.

His calm gaze fell upon Luo Xingchen, and he said, “I heard from your Aunt Lan that since you returned from Qiyey Island, you have been listless and downcast? Are you still blaming yourself for Yingxiu’s affair?”

When his sore spot was touched, Luó Xīngchén's pupils contracted slightly. The hand hanging by his side clenched into a fist.

He stood there silently, his spine straight, his chest rising and falling with something unseen.

King Wu lowered his eyes, hiding the concern in them.

"The fragrance of plum blossoms comes from the bitter cold, and a sharp sword is forged through honing. If one wants to achieve great things, they must inevitably face setbacks and blows." King Wu said solemnly.

"This trip to Shiye Island wasn't your fault. Grandfather, I also share the responsibility. We were insufficiently prepared beforehand..."

"Grandfather, please don't say that. It was my fault. I will take responsibility for it." Luoxingchen suddenly raised his head to interrupt Wu Wang's words.

“This matter, it's mainly due to the grandson being young and impetuous, underestimating the enemy too much…”

Luo Xingchen's brows were tightly furrowed.

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These days, he spends his time either practicing swordsmanship or locking himself in his study to read. He never gives himself a moment to relax.

Because as soon as he calmed down, he would think of Yingxiu, and of Yingxiu who was far away in the Kingdom of Yajili...

"Chen'er, you are still too young. Your previous path has always been smooth sailing. This time, it is the first big fall in your life." King Wu raised his hand to press on Luo Chenxing's shoulder and said solemnly.

"Failure is not terrible, in the face of failure, the weak are immersed in it and unable to extricate themselves,从此 self-abandonment."

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"And the strong, they learn from failure and prepare for a dazzling counterattack next time."

"Chen'er, lift your head up and tell Grandfather, what kind are you?"

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He raised his head, his eyes clear and determined. Gritting his teeth, he said, “I will never give in!”

"Good!" A flash of light appeared in Wǔ Wang's eyes.

"This is my good grandson!"

"Chen'er, remember, your true nature is not that of a camel, but that of a qilin."

Every inch of land in this Qi state belongs to our Qi family.

“The sovereign guards the society and land, and the princes protect the borders. This is the ancestral precept established since the founding of our great Qi by our ancestors, and it is also our family rule.”

"Chen'er, cheer up and stop dwelling on Yingxiu's disappearance. The most effective way to save her is to become stronger! There's no other way!" King Wu instructed solemnly.

Luò Xīngchén stared intently at his grandfather in front of him.

Yingxiu willingly went back with Ya Jili's people only because she was willing to sacrifice herself for him and her brothers, in exchange for their safety.

Yingxiu made such a huge sacrifice, all for him and his brothers.

He didn't cherish the opportunities Yingxiu fought for, instead choosing to wallow in despair. This was simply a waste of time, doing things that were utterly meaningless.

Luo Xingchen's chest rose and fell rhythmically, as if something were surging and roaring within his chest.

He wants to become stronger, Yingxiu is still waiting for him!

“Thank you, Grandfather, for your teachings. Your grandson understands.” Luò Xīngchén took a step back, clasped his hands in front of him, and bowed respectfully to Wǔ Wáng.

King Wu nodded slightly, pleased with Chen'er's sudden realization.

He took out a jade pendant from his bosom and gave it to Luo Xingchen.

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"Keep this jade pendant safe, it symbolizes our royal status and should not be shown lightly unless absolutely necessary," King Wu said.

Luo Xingchen glanced at the jade pendant in his hand, nodded, carefully put it away, and continued to listen to Wuwang's next instructions.

This trip to the capital, returning to the academy, you'll be doing two main things.

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"Firstly, diligently study the arts and sciences. Secondly, cultivate connections. These connections should not be within the treacherous politics of the imperial court, but rather focus on maritime affairs and military matters. Your grandfather's intention should be clear to you?"

Luo Xingchen lowered his eyes and said solemnly, "Grandfather, rest assured, your grandson understands. I will definitely follow your teachings and not disappoint your expectations!"

The king guards the country, and the prince protects the land.

Chen'er vaguely understood why her grandfather had lived incognito on these islands in the East China Sea for all these years. On one hand, it was due to his health. On the other hand, and more importantly, he was guarding the eastern borders of Qi!

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The reunion of thousands of families, the people living and working in peace and contentment, behind these prosperous scenes of prosperity, there must be some people who are shouldering the burden for it.

And the grandfather was one of them.

For so many years, he has firmly guarded the East China Sea, time and again confronting those ambitious enemy nations at sea. Only then could he protect the peace of Qi's eastern borders.

Now that my grandfather is getting older, he isn't as strong as he used to be. It's time for me to take on this responsibility!

"Chen'er, when do you plan to set off for the capital?" King Wu asked again.

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Luo Xingchen pondered for a moment, then said: "I don't like to procrastinate, tomorrow morning!"

King Wu pondered for a moment: "After you get ashore, do you have other arrangements?"

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Luo Xingchen was stunned for a moment, not quite understanding the meaning in his grandfather's words.

"What did grandfather mean?" he asked.

King Wu's face suddenly flushed, his eyes flickering. His previous majesty and wisdom were gone.

He turned his body slightly, showing a hint of embarrassment.

Seeing this, Luoxing suddenly guessed something.

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