New Return of the Pearl: The Group's Pet Swallow Flies

Yongqi and Ziwei had just mentioned Xiaoyanzi when they heard Xiaoyanzi's voice. Everyone turned around and were so excited to see Xiaoyanzi coming back after a long time.

She quickly went forward to chat with Xiaoyanzi. When Ziwei saw Xiaoyanzi coming back, she excitedly went forward and hugged her.

She has been worried sick these days.

Everyone was asking questions, concerned about her whereabouts these days.

Xiaoyanzi patted Ziwei's back soothingly and explained with a smile where she had been these days.

When they heard that the assassin who had kidnapped Xiaoyanzi not only sent her back but also became her master, everyone was so shocked that they didn't know how to react.

After hearing Xiaoyanzi's explanation, everyone was at a loss whether to laugh or cry.

It turned out that the assassin was not an assassin. He just acted on impulse and made a misunderstanding. But fortunately, it was just a misunderstanding and nothing terrible happened. This was the best result.

When Xiao Feng saw his sister coming back, he excitedly hugged Xiao Yanzi in his arms and refused to let go. His eyes were red and his lips were trembling. "Xiao Yanzi, luckily you are okay, luckily you are okay."

Xiaoyanzi knew that Xiao Feng, her brother, was probably frightened, so she patted his head with a smile and comforted him, "Don't worry, I'm fine, don't be afraid, brother."

Xiao Feng was already unable to control his emotions, and when he heard these words, tears almost fell from his eyes. He sniffed and nodded, holding Xiao Yanzi tightly, thinking that if he had not gone with them at the beginning, he would definitely be able to protect Xiao Yanzi. At the same time, he secretly swore in his heart that he must practice martial arts well and protect his sister.

When Ziwei saw Xiaoyanzi coming back, tears welled up in her eyes and her heart finally settled down.

Yongqi, Erkang, Ertai and Benjamin also looked at them with smiles, feeling relieved.

Ertai looked at Xiaoyanzi, and the haggardness on his face became less severe, and finally there was a hint of smile on his face.

Ever since Xiaoyanzi disappeared, the people who were most worried were her parents and brother, Ziwei, and him.

Ertai always had nightmares at night when he thought of Xiaoyanzi's disappearance, fearing that something bad would happen to her. Occasionally, when he went to the street and accidentally saw those little beggars with broken arms and legs, he was always afraid that Xiaoyanzi would become one of them, so he always brought some silver and food with him. Whenever he saw those poor children, he would give them some silver or buy them some steamed buns.

Mingming comforted himself many times in his heart that Xiaoyanzi was a lucky person and would definitely not be that pitiful, but he just couldn't control his fear. The fear of losing him made him uneasy day and night.

Sometimes in the middle of the night he would dream of a woman with a voice as soft as a mosquito, falling beside him and saying something, his name was mentioned, and it seemed like she was also saying goodbye to him. He couldn't hear clearly, but his heart ached, very much. The feeling of loss made him feel very uncomfortable.

He didn't know why he was so afraid that Xiaoyanzi would go missing or get into trouble. He only knew that he hoped Xiaoyanzi would be safe and healthy, and that she would always be happy. He cared about her very much.

Xiaoyanzi was chatting with everyone and reminiscing about the past. Suddenly, she saw the sadness flashing in Ertai's eyes. She felt a little uncomfortable. She walked up to Ertai, smiled, stood on tiptoe, touched his face, and comforted him, "Don't be afraid, I'm fine, I'm fine."

After she finished speaking, she suddenly felt that what she said was very strange. Why did she think that he was worried about her? He was just a child.

Ertai didn't expect her to do this suddenly. He just smiled and said happily, "Xiaoyanzi, I'm glad you're okay."

The others nodded in unison. Yes, Xiaoyanzi, I’m glad that you’re okay.

When they learned that Xiaoyanzi had two new masters, they were quite curious and decided to go to the front hall to take a look.

At this time, in the front hall, Xiao Zhihang and Du Xueyin were sitting in the main seats, Duanmu Qing and Huo Chengyue were sitting with Huo Yuqi on the chairs below, and tea and snacks were placed on the table.

Xiao Zhihang glanced at Duanmu Qing. When he thought about how this man had kidnapped his daughter Yun'er over a disagreement, causing them to search for her for a long time, he became displeased with him. Du Xueyin felt almost the same way.

But now Xiaoyanzi said that she recognized them as her masters, so they still had to show them the proper hospitality.

Du Xueyin smiled politely and asked, "What are your names?"

Duanmu Qing stood up, clasped his fists respectfully, and apologized sincerely, "I am Duanmu Qing, the Pavilion Master of Qingyun Pavilion. What happened before was purely a matter of my bad mouth and bad hands.

At that time, I didn't investigate the matter clearly. I just thought that Lord Xiao was an ordinary person, but he was related to the royal family. He must have made some kind of deal with the royal family. Then I thought that there were corrupt officials in Suzhou and Hangzhou who murdered the people. I was so rude that I made up a story. I didn't mean to murder the Xiao family. I just...

Forget it, I won't explain it anymore. If Mr. Xiao is very angry, you can beat me to vent your anger. After all, it was my fault that the Xiao family was suspected.

As for the kidnapping of Xiaoyanzi, it was indeed my fault. I was not thoughtful enough. Please forgive me. If you don’t forgive me, it’s okay. I sincerely apologize.”

After Duanmu Qing apologized, he bowed with a hint of apology on his face, and it was obvious that he really knew he was wrong.

Xiao Zhihang and Du Xueying looked at each other. Neither of them expected this man to apologize so sincerely. For a moment, they didn't know how to vent the resentment in their hearts.

Hearing his words, Xiao Zhihang knew that they were also people who cared about the people and had great love in their hearts, but the way they behaved was too absurd and casual.

Seeing that the atmosphere was a little awkward, Huo Chengyue took the initiative to step forward to smooth things over. She introduced herself first, "Hello, Mr. Xiao, Madam Xiao. I am Huo Chengyue, a disciple of the Divine Doctor Valley. Xiao Yanzi and I hit it off right away. I would like to take Xiao Yanzi in as the successor of the Divine Doctor Valley and teach her medical and poison techniques. I hope you two agree."

Xiao Zhihang and his wife frowned when they heard this. Study medicine? Xiaoyanzi, study medicine?

Can this girl learn medical skills well? But thinking about how clever and smart she is, I think if she studies hard, she should be able to do it.

Du Xueyin smiled and said, "I didn't expect Miss Huo to be the heir of the Divine Doctor Valley. There is a Divine Doctor Li in the Divine Doctor Valley. We have heard of him for a long time, but we have never had the chance to meet him. It is really extraordinary to meet the heir of the Divine Doctor Valley today. As for taking Xiaoyanzi as a disciple, this girl is good in every way, but she likes to play. I am afraid she can't calm down.

However, if she wants to, we won’t stop her.”

Huo Chengyue smiled and nodded, "Madam Xiao, you are joking. Xiaoyanzi is a very well-behaved and cute child, not naughty at all. Moreover, this girl has already agreed and has become my disciple. I am now her legitimate master."

Xiao Zhihang and his wife's faces froze. They really didn't expect that girl to do something without first reporting to the authorities.

Seeing that no one was paying attention to him, Duanmu Qing spoke up, "And me, I am also Xiaoyanzi's master. I teach her martial arts. This child is very intelligent. I like her very much. Yesterday, I accepted her as my apprentice. Now she is also the last disciple of my Qingyun Pavilion."

Xiao Zhihang and his wife: "..."

So you guys always act first and ask for their approval later? Are you afraid they won't agree or what?

Seeing that both her father and mother had spoken, Huo Yuqi jumped off the chair and spoke in a baby voice, "Uncle Handsome, Aunt Pretty, Sister Xiaoyanzi is also my senior sister now. We are both Daddy's last disciples."

"Why is Xiaoyanzi the senior sister?"

"Because sister Xiaoyanzi became my disciple before me."

"..."

Duanmu Qing, Huo Chengyue and Huo Yuqi's words made Xiao Zhihang and his wife at a loss for words.

However, after a brief conversation, Xiao Zhihang felt that the leader of Qingyun Pavilion might not be very smart, but he was still a good person. At least he had a clear mind and he didn't look like a scheming person.

Yes, he can do such stupid things, and he doesn't seem to be a scheming person. I don't know how Qingyun Pavilion became one of the top gangs in the world.

Seeing that Xiao Zhihang and his wife did not refuse their offer of them being Xiaoyanzi's masters, Duanmu Qing and Huo Chengyue felt relieved. Although Xiaoyanzi had already become a disciple and they were Xiaoyanzi's legitimate masters, if Xiaoyanzi's parents did not agree to Xiaoyanzi becoming their master, they would have no way to stop them.

After all, some things now depend on parents. If they don't get the consent of Xiaoyanzi's parents, they can't just kidnap the child. It would be too unfair for Xiaoyanzi not to see her parents, and she would hate them.

Duanmu Qing chatted with Xiao Zhihang for a while, telling him about some things that happened in the martial arts world. As they chatted, they gradually felt that they had met too late. However, as it was their first meeting, Xiao Zhihang was still a little wary when chatting with him.

As they chatted, Xiao Zhihang discovered that he was indeed the kind of person without any scheming. He never spoke without thinking and would say things that offended people from time to time. However, it was also obvious that he was a person with a simple heart. No one knew how he grew up in the underworld.

It would be fine to be Xiaoyanzi's master. Although I can teach Xiaoyanzi martial arts myself, it would be a good idea to find a master who can teach her martial arts directly.

Of course, he was very much in favor of Huo Chengyue, the heir of the Divine Doctor Valley who was both an expert in medicine and poisons, teaching Xiaoyanzi medicine. As long as Xiaoyanzi studied hard and could learn the general idea, he would be happy for her, and she could take care of herself in the future. After all, there would always be some dirty poisoning incidents in the palace. If Xiaoyanzi could have the ability to identify poisons, it would be a way to save her life. Thinking of this, he agreed to Xiaoyanzi learning medicine and poisons.

Before Xiaoyanzi arrived at the front hall, she heard Xiao Zhihang and Duanmu Qing chatting happily, and it seemed that all the previous conflicts had disappeared.

They were like brothers who got to know each other through fighting, chatting happily. Xiaoyanzi raised her eyebrows, she was really afraid that when she came back she would see her parents fighting with the two masters, now that everything was harmonious, she was completely relieved.

Ziwei and the others were watching furtively at the door, and based on the reminder, they looked at Xiaoyanzi's two masters.

That man, the man who almost became an assassin and the man who kidnapped Xiaoyanzi, was very handsome and tall, but he always seemed silly when he spoke.

There is another master or rather master's wife. She is very beautiful, with a good figure and a gentle face. She always smiles when she speaks and has a very good temperament.

There is also a junior brother who is two years older than Xiaoyanzi. He is five years old, about the same age as them. He has a chubby look, but looks quite cute.

When they learned that Xiaoyanzi had had an adventure, they were all very happy for her. Xiaoyanzi was really capable to be able to make her enemy her master.

While everyone was chatting, someone came from the palace to announce that Xiaoyanzi was going to the palace. Ziwei wanted to go to the palace with Xiaoyanzi, and Yongqi and Benjamin hurried to follow. So they said goodbye to Xiao Zhihang and the others and walked to the palace together. They were going back to the palace to meet the emperor.

In the imperial palace, in the Qianqing Palace, Hongli was sitting on the dragon throne reviewing memorials. When he heard the news from the Imperial Guards, he learned that Xiaoyanzi had returned, and then went directly to the Xiao Mansion to see his parents. He nodded without saying much. After all, it was normal for the child to miss his family after being missing for so long.

Seeing that more than an hour had passed, he thought of summoning Xiaoyanzi back to the palace. He wanted to hear what had happened to her during those days. It was said that when she came back, it was a man who sent her back.

Could this man be the assassin from back then, the leader of Qingyun Pavilion? What is Xiaoyanzi's relationship with them now?

The emperor sent someone to the Xiao Mansion to summon Xiao Yanzi to the palace and also sent someone to keep an eye on the assassin. He wanted to know if they had any other arrangements for sending Xiao Yanzi back to Beijing, or if they had any other intentions?

Just after half an hour, Xiaoyanzi, Ziwei, Yongqi and others came to the Palace of Heavenly Purity. Seeing the Emperor sitting on the dragon throne, Xiaoyanzi could not help herself and knelt on the ground with tears in her eyes, saying, "Emperor, I'm back. I missed you so much."

When the emperor saw Xiaoyanzi coming back, her little face was a little tanned from the sun, but when he looked at her carefully, he found that she had no wounds on her body and had not suffered any abuse. He thought that she must have been living well these days. Her little face was a little dark and red, and it was also chubby, obviously she had gained weight.

He smiled and said, "Everyone, get up. Xiaoyanzi, where have you been during this period of time? Do you remember what happened?"

His voice was very gentle, and he was still full of apology towards her in his heart. This girl had been kidnapped right in front of him, and he was powerless to do anything. Fortunately, nothing happened to her, otherwise he would regret it for the rest of his life.

Xiaoyanzi nodded, got up, and told the Emperor everything that had happened to her in the past few days, even telling him about the stupid chef who blew up the kitchen while cooking for her.

When he heard her say that on the day she disappeared, there was a sudden explosion in a house in the capital city because the Pavilion Master of Qingyun Pavilion who abducted him wanted to cook for her, but accidentally exploded the pot and then the kitchen, causing a fire, he was speechless. He thought to himself how could this Pavilion Master be so stupid that cooking could cause an explosion?

But he was also wondering if there was any secret in the house, so he wanted to burn it down before leaving?

However, the Imperial Guards and others had searched the kitchen carefully at that time. Apart from firewood, rice, oil, salt and some vegetables, the leftovers inside were all kitchen utensils. There was no secret to be hidden at all.

Hongli was thinking something, but he didn't show it on his face. He nodded and asked with a smile, "I heard you say that you now have two more masters? One is the head of Qingyun Pavilion, and the other is the heir of Divine Doctor Valley?"

Xiaoyanzi looked at the emperor's smile and felt inexplicably uneasy in her heart. She always felt that the emperor had some bad intentions.

She nodded hesitantly, "Yes, I just became a disciple before coming back. Do you want to meet them?"

Hongli was very satisfied with her proactive inquiry. He smiled and waved his hand, saying, "Please come see the Pavilion Master of Qingyun Pavilion and the Heir of Divine Doctor Valley."