After my luck was stolen, I led my whole family to defy fate and change our destiny.

Seeing her son's face turn red, Old Madam Zhou felt relieved. Who told you not to find a daughter-in-law all these years to spite them?

She has someone she likes but keeps it a secret.

They really thought their son liked men. She suspected every servant in the mansion, only to find out that the brat already had a girl he had his eye on.

Zhou Zhixing silently picked up a broom and swept the floor, trying to make a good impression.

It's best not to let her mother come anymore, lest he suddenly have a younger sister without knowing it.

He'd be vomiting to death!

After chatting for a while, the group went to Tianxiang Restaurant for a meal. Once there, Gu Linglong wouldn't let anyone hug her except for Old Madam Zhou.

This made Old Madam Zhou like Gu Linglong even more; being liked by a child meant she was a blessed old woman.

Old Madam Zhou carried Gu Linglong to the seat of honor, and Chunhe stepped forward, saying, "Old Madam, let me hold her."

Upon hearing Chunhe's voice, Gu Linglong began to cry and fuss, "I don't want to! I don't want to! I want the old lady to hold me!"

Chunhe looked at Su Xiuran, indicating whether she should forcibly take her away. Su Xiuran gently shook her head, letting her do as she pleased.

Gu Linglong covered her mouth with her chubby little hand and chuckled. Soon, a table full of dishes was served.

Old Madam Zhou held the child in one arm and picked up some vegetables from the maid's plate with the other.

"This little girl must have tasted meat before, right?"

Su Xiuran laughed and said, "Not yet. The original plan was for her grandmother to give her her first taste of meat, but..."

Madam Zhou nodded. The officialdom in the capital is only so big; if something happens in someone's family, it will be known clearly by the next day.

She didn't know the specifics of what happened, but she could roughly guess that Gu Chenshi was a wicked person. She had disliked her before, and now she disliked her even more.

Madam Zhou said, "How about we treat today as the little girl's first taste of meat?"

"If you don't mind my old age, I'll volunteer. What do you say? It's a bit rushed today, let's prepare properly another day."

The initiation ceremony is usually presided over by the child's parents or a more respected person, signifying that the child will inherit the blessings of the older generation and representing a beautiful blessing for the child.

A look of delight flashed in Su Xiuran's eyes. The old lady Zhou was highly respected, so it was perfect for her to be the one to introduce her daughter to the world of meat.

She rose and gave a junior's bow: "In that case, thank you very much, Madam Zhou. There's no time like the present, so how about today? I think today is an auspicious day."

The three Gu brothers also stood up and bowed, saying, "Thank you, Madam Zhou, for initiating your younger sister's first taste of meat."

Old Madam Zhou smiled broadly, her eyes narrowing into her teeth: "Get up, get up! Alright, since you don't feel rushed, then let the kitchen prepare it today."

A moment later, someone from the kitchen brought out a dish of vegetables. After washing her hands, Old Madam Zhou announced, "Gu Linglong's first meat-breaking ceremony shall now begin."

"Eat a piece of scallion, and you'll be smart and clever." Old Madam Zhou picked up a piece of scallion and placed it on Gu Linglong's lips, gently touching them.

All the food that followed was prepared in the same way.

"Eat some garlic, and you'll become eloquent and resourceful."

"Eat an egg, and everything looks good."

"Eat a bowl of rice, and you'll be rolling in money."

"Eat a peanut, and you'll live to be a hundred."

"Eat a fish head, and you'll never have to worry about food or clothing."

"Eat a fish tail, and everything will go smoothly."

"Eat some meat, and you'll have good fortune and a long life."

Gu Linglong cooperated obediently the whole time, without crying or making a fuss. Old Madam Zhou smiled and thought she was so well-behaved.

Just as she was about to put down her chopsticks and announce the end of the initiation ceremony, Gu Linglong, who had been praised for being well-behaved, snatched the meat from Old Madam Zhou's chopsticks with lightning speed, stuffed it into her mouth, and covered it tightly with her small hand.

Madam Zhou broke out in a cold sweat instantly. It was a "meat-breaking" experience, but not a real one.

"Quickly, someone come quick! Take the girl's flesh out!"

Su Xiuran and the others quickly gathered around. Su Xiuran had been tense while eating the fish, and seeing that she hadn't made any moves, she thought she had become obedient!

And here's what happened; no matter how much we tried to prevent it, we couldn't catch it.

Hehehehehe, this is the moment I've been waiting for! It's mine, it's mine, this piece of meat is mine!

Su Xiuran was so anxious that she broke out in a cold sweat: "Linglong, be good, spit it out. You can't even finish such a big piece of meat. Mommy will make you meat when you're older."

No, no, I earned it through my own abilities, why should I spit it out?

Su Xiuran pried her hands open and forcibly pulled out the flesh. Gu Linglong burst into tears instantly.

"Wa ...

My flesh, waaaaah!

Gu Linglong, whose meat had been stolen, put her fingers in her mouth and sucked on them.

[It tastes meaty, hehehe, delicious!]

Su Xiuran ruthlessly wiped her fingers clean.

[Waaaaah... Mother, how hateful you are!]

Seeing that she hadn't choked, Old Madam Zhou breathed a sigh of relief: "That little girl's hands are too fast, and she's strong too."

Su Xiuran glanced at Old Madam Zhou's pale face and felt a little embarrassed. She had asked Old Madam Zhou to perform the initiation ceremony for her daughter, but instead, she had scared Old Madam Zhou quite a bit.

"I'm so sorry, Madam, I've frightened you."

Madam Zhou waved her hand: "No, no, it's good that the little girl is alright."

After saying that, he gently squeezed Gu Linglong's hand: "Little girl, you can't eat such a big piece of meat. We'll start with vegetable puree, egg puree, and meat puree, and gradually add it in, okay, little girl?"

Gu Linglong pouted. "That would be so slow. I want to eat it now, and I want it spicy!"

Su Xiuran: "..." Don't even think about it, you can't eat it.

Gu Xinyi patted her chest. Although she had never given birth, she still knew the basics.

"From now on, I'll have to keep her far away from the table when I take her with me."

The only one present who wasn't frightened was Zhou Zhixing; his hand speed was astounding—a true martial arts prodigy!

He actually went up and gently squeezed Gu Linglong's arm.

Why are you squeezing my hand?

"Madam Gu, does the little girl have any plans to practice martial arts in the future?"

Su Xiuran asked with some confusion, "Practicing martial arts?"

Zhou Zhixing nodded: "Don't underestimate her just because she's young. Her bone development is excellent. We can let her practice from a young age, which will not only strengthen her body but also help her protect herself."

Su Xiuran was immediately interested: "That's fine, but finding a good martial arts instructor isn't easy."

Zhou Zhixing smiled and said, "If Madam doesn't mind, I'll teach Linglong. I'm quite skilled in martial arts."

Hey, this way I can get much closer to Li Yi. There's a saying, "Those who are near the water get the moon first!"

Su Xiuran had witnessed Zhou Zhixing's skills firsthand. During the arrest of suspects, Zhou Zhixing fought against ten men single-handedly, displaying unparalleled bravery and sweeping through the enemy ranks. His large sword danced with dazzling skill.

If my daughter has this skill in the future, it will save me a lot of trouble, and no playboy will dare to bully her.

Su Xiuran immediately agreed: "It would be best if Lord Zhou were willing to teach my daughter, but... wouldn't that be too much trouble?"

After all, Zhou Zhixing is a well-known workaholic.

Zhou Zhixing glanced quickly at Gu Xinyi, then said somewhat awkwardly, "No...no...it's no trouble at all."

Seeing this, Su Xiuran smiled knowingly. Hey, she almost believed that her daughter had extraordinary bones and was born with exceptional talent.