Marrying for someone else and being a widow? Stepmothers open classes to raise children

After discussing it, the three decided that Lin Yi and Shi Potian would be responsible for investigating the matter, while Xie Xun and Gu Zhiyi would wait for news in the mansion. After the division of labor was determined, Lin Yi and Shi Potian left Xie's mansion.

Back in the room, Gu Zhiyi looked at Xie Xun and asked with concern: "Husband, who do you think is behind this?"

Xie Xun smiled bitterly and said, "Zhiyi, the affairs of the martial arts world are ever-changing, and it is really difficult for me to guess. But no matter what, we must protect our families and maintain peace in the martial arts world."

Gu Zhiyi gently held Xie Xun's hand and said, "My dear, I will always be by your side and face the storm together."

Xie Xun looked at Gu Zhiyi affectionately, his eyes full of gratitude and love: "Zhiyi, it's great to have you."

Time flies, and several days have passed in the blink of an eye. On this day, Lin Yi and Shi Potian returned to Xie Mansion and brought an important piece of information.

It turns out that the mastermind behind this is a mysterious figure named "Viper" in the underworld. He attempts to sow discord among the major forces in the underworld, take the opportunity to control the underworld and realize his ambitions.

After Xie Xun and Gu Zhiyi learned the news, they immediately discussed countermeasures.

Xie Xun's face was as solemn as iron, he clenched his fists, and a cold light flashed in his eyes. Gu Zhiyi, on the other hand, had a worried look on her face, she pursed her lips tightly, and her brows revealed deep worry.

"Zhiyi, how do you think we should respond?" Xie Xun asked in a deep voice.

Gu Zhiyi pondered for a moment and slowly spoke: "My husband, 'Venomous Snake' is cunning and we must not underestimate him. First, we must stabilize the major forces in the martial arts world to prevent them from attacking each other and falling into the trap of 'Venomous Snake'."

Xie Xun nodded slightly, indicating his agreement: "Yes, we still need to investigate the details of 'Venomous Snake' and find out his weaknesses before we can eliminate him in one fell swoop."

In the meeting hall of Xie's house, the candlelight flickered and the atmosphere was tense. Xie Xun and Gu Zhiyi sat in the first seat, with their four trusted followers on either side, each with a serious expression.

"Husband, I think we should immediately send people to the major sects in the martial arts world to explain the truth and stop them from attacking each other." Gu Zhiyi suggested.

Xie Xun nodded slightly: "Zhiyi is right, I will arrange for my servants to do it. However, since 'Venomous Snake' can control the martial arts world, he must have his own power. We still need to act carefully to avoid alerting him."

As they were talking, a servant hurried into the meeting room, holding a secret letter in his hand. Xie Xun took the secret letter, glanced at it, and his expression became more solemn.

"What's wrong, husband?" Gu Zhiyi asked nervously.

Xie Xun handed the secret letter to Gu Zhiyi and said, "This is a message from a friend in the martial arts world. The 'Venomous Snake' has spread rumors in the martial arts world, saying that our Xie Mansion is colluding with the imperial court and intends to use the power of the imperial court to control the martial arts world."

After reading the secret letter, Gu Zhiyi's face turned even paler. She clenched her fists, and a hint of determination flashed in her eyes: "Husband, we can't just sit there and wait for death. We must clarify the facts immediately, otherwise our friends in the martial arts world will misunderstand us."

Xie Xun agreed with this. He stood up and said to everyone, "Everyone, let's split up now. Zhiyi, you lead some people to the major sects in the martial arts world to explain the misunderstanding. I will stay in the Xie Mansion to stabilize the people's hearts."

Everyone responded and left. Gu Zhiyi looked at Xie Xun's back, feeling both worried and respectful.

As night fell, the lights in Xie's house were brightly lit. Xie Xun and Gu Zhiyi sat by the window, looking at the starry sky, each with their own thoughts.

"Zhiyi, are you worried?" Xie Xun asked softly.

Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly: "Husband, I am worried, but I know you will definitely protect me and the Xie Mansion."

Xie Xun held Gu Zhiyi's hand and looked at her affectionately: "Zhiyi, I will use my life to protect you and our home."

The two smiled at each other, their eyes full of trust and determination.

At the same time, the martial arts world was in turmoil. After learning the truth, the major sects stopped attacking each other. They united to fight against the "Venomous Snake".

After a hard tracking and investigation, Xie Xun and Gu Zhiyi finally found the hiding place of the "poisonous snake". In a deserted cave, they found traces of the "poisonous snake".

"Zhiyi, this is it." Xie Xun whispered.

Gu Zhiyi clenched her fists: "Husband, let's go in together."

The two entered the cave carefully, only to find it dark and damp, filled with a foul smell. They went deeper into the cave and finally found the 'venomous snake'.

The 'Venomous Snake' sat on a stone bed, his eyes gleaming with cunning. He looked at Xie Xun and Gu Zhiyi, and a sneer appeared on the corner of his mouth: "You are finally here."

Xie Xun and Gu Zhiyi exchanged glances and attacked at the same time. Although the 'Venomous Snake' was cunning, it was quickly defeated by the combined efforts of the two.

"Do you think you can stop me like this?" asked 'Viper' unwillingly.

Xie Xun sneered: "Not only will we stop you, but we will also make you pay the price."

Gu Zhiyi looked at the 'Venomous Snake', her heart filled with anger and sadness. She knew that if it weren't for the 'Venomous Snake's' instigation, the martial arts world wouldn't have fallen into such chaos.

With the arrest of "Viper", peace gradually returned to the world.

As night fell, the lights in Xie's house were bright, and the gorgeous palace lanterns sparkled in the night. Gu Zhiping sat quietly by the side, her face slightly pale, she lowered her head, and dared not speak easily. Mrs. Xie's wife Gu Zhiyi sat in the main seat, revealing a subtle disappointment in her eyes.

Gu Zhiyi spoke slowly, her voice carrying a hint of fatigue: "Ping'er, do you know that what you said today has violated the family rules?"

Gu Zhiping raised her head, a trace of panic flashed in her eyes, and she hurriedly apologized: "Sister, I know I was wrong, I will never dare to talk nonsense again."

Gu Zhiyi sighed softly, her eyes revealing deep helplessness. She looked at Gu Zhiping and her tone softened: "Ping'er, you are my sister, I don't want to see you like this. But you must abide by the family rules."

Gu Zhiping nodded and her expression became submissive.

Gu Zhiyi's tone was already considered tolerant. If it were someone else, they would have been severely punished long ago.

At this time, a maid came in with a plate of freshly stewed bird's nest in her hands. The maid placed the bird's nest in front of Gu Zhiyi and then quietly left.

Gu Zhiyi picked up the bird's nest, handed it to Gu Zhiping, and said softly: "Ping'er, drink some bird's nest to take good care of your body."

Gu Zhiping took the bird's nest with both hands, a trace of gratitude flashed in her eyes, she drank it carefully, and then put it down. She looked at Gu Zhiyi, and a complex emotion surged in her heart.

Gu Zhiyi looked at Gu Zhiping with deep emotion.

Although this sister is a little willful, she is kind-hearted. She just makes mistakes because she is too impulsive sometimes.

The two of them didn't speak for a while, and the atmosphere in the room became a little heavy. Gu Zhiyi thought about it, suddenly changed the subject, and asked: "Ping'er, have you been studying poetry recently?"

Gu Zhiping was slightly stunned, then nodded: "Sister, I study every day and dare not slack off."