Chapter 85: The Demon Lord Junzhu's Slacking Daily Life Chapter 85: Preparing to Set Off for the Military Camp

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Protagonist:

Yan Qianqian

In an instant, sword light flashed, figures intertwined, and father and son engaged in an exceptionally fierce contest. As they traded moves, sword qi overflowed in all directions, causing the surrounding air to seem to tremble.

Surprisingly, although An Wang held no weapon, Yan Wang, relying on his own exquisite swordsmanship and agile movements, was actually able to hold out for a full twenty-odd rounds under An Wang's storm-like attacks.

Finally, An Wang seized the moment, suddenly thrusting out a hand like an iron claw, grabbing straight for Yan Wang's neck. Yan Wang knew in his heart that continuing to force a clash would only put him at a disadvantage, so he immediately sheathed his sword and stood respectfully, saying, "Father King, your son admits defeat."

Hearing this, An Wang not only did not reproach Yan Wang, but nodded in satisfaction, laughing in praise: "Not bad, not bad, you've improved again! To walk twenty-odd moves under this King's hands shows how diligently you've applied yourself these past days. Good, go tidy up, then come to this King's study later; the matter of the military camp has been decided."

With that, An Wang turned and left, leaving only Yan Wang watching his receding back thoughtfully...

Upon learning that Father King would discuss the matter of going to the military camp with him, a surge of irrepressible excitement rose in Yan Wang's heart. Like a happy little bird, he swiftly ran back to his room, hands and feet moving nimbly as he packed his baggage.

Before long, Yan Wang was fully prepared, and with a heart full of anticipation arrived before An Wang's study door. Gently pushing open the door, he rushed in impatiently, face beaming with an excited smile, and asked urgently, "Father King, when exactly will I be able to go to the military camp?"

An Wang looked at his son's eyes full of longing and replied with a smile, "The day after tomorrow is the time. Tomorrow you must pack your luggage properly, check if there is anything else that needs to be purchased. When the day after tomorrow comes, you may go straight to the Yan Family Army camp in Kyoto to report; at that time, seek out a man named Wang Ting, and he will properly arrange all your affairs."

Yan Wang heard this and nodded repeatedly in reply: "Your son understands, Father King!" However, An Wang was still not at ease, and continued to instruct: "Usually speaking, daily necessities in the military camp are all provided, and there are also places to shop in the vicinity. Therefore, overly heavy or unnecessary items need not be brought in excess."

Yan Wang replied obediently: "Father King's words are extremely correct; your son will keep them in mind." Seeing An Wang had no further instructions, Yan Wang bowed in salute and took his leave.

In the blink of an eye it was time for the Shangshufang classes to end; today Yan Wang specially invited his younger sister Yan Shuang'er to ride together in a carriage to come welcome Qianqian and Yan Jie after class. Just as Qianqian and Yan Jie stepped out the door, their gazes were instantly drawn to two figures not far away. Weren't those Yan Shuang'er and Yan Wang! The two of them were walking over this way smiling, and seemed to be carrying something in their hands.

Seeing this scene, Qianqian and Yan Jie's faces immediately blossomed with surprised delight, and as they ran they shouted excitedly: "San Jie! Si Ge! Why have you come?"

Running up close, Yan Shuang'er smiled gently and said: "Today, ah, it was Yan Wang who specially came running to find me, saying he wanted to come together to pick you up after class."

Hearing this, Qianqian couldn't help feeling a bit curious; she tilted her head to look at Yan Wang, and secretly muttered in her heart: "Si Ge seems a bit strange today." But this thought merely flashed by, and soon she had all her attention captured by the fragrant delicious food before her eyes.

Just then, Yan Wang smiled and handed the hot roasted sweet potato in his hand to Qianqian; Qianqian received it with great joy, took a light bite, and the fragrant, sweet, soft texture made her narrow her eyes in enjoyment. Yan Jie at the side saw this and also hurriedly reached out to take one, mumbling: "I want to taste too!"

Right at this moment, Qi Xi and Ai Jiao also walked over chatting and laughing. They spotted the group standing together at a glance, and hurriedly greeted: "Yan Wang Elder Brother, Shuang'er Elder Sister!" Especially Qi Xi, who quickly stepped forward, grabbed Yan Shuang'er's hand, and acted coquettishly: "Shuang'er Elder Sister, it feels like it's been so long since I've seen you, I've missed you so much!"

Yan Shuang'er dotingly stroked Qi Xi's little head, and said softly: "When you have a holiday, you can come find Elder Sister to play!" Qi Xi heard this and happily nodded repeatedly in agreement. For a moment, cheerful laughter filled this small space, as if even the air had become especially sweet.

Yan Wang handed the snacks in his hand to Ai Jiao and Qi Xi; Qi Xi ate the roasted sweet potato and said "Delicious~" Yan Shuang'er said if it's delicious eat more, if it's not enough I'll buy more for you; Yan Shuang'er treated Qi Xi as her own younger sister from the bottom of her heart, and also liked Qi Xi very much. After a few words, they each boarded their carriages home.

At the evening meal, a table full of fine dishes emitted tempting aromas. Qianqian sat at the dining table, eating rice in big mouthfuls while excitedly saying: "Father, you definitely won't guess who the new Master of our Sixian Ban is!" Her pair of bright large eyes flashed with a mysterious light, making one unable to help but be curious about this new Master.

An Wang put down his chopsticks and asked with interest: "Oh? Does this King know him?"

Qianqian nodded vigorously and replied happily: "You know him! Even the Princess Consort at the side had her curiosity aroused, and couldn't help asking: 'Who exactly is it?'"

Just then, Qianqian waved the small spoon in her hand and said loudly: "It's Eldest Brother-in-law!"

At these words, the Princess Consort was so surprised she couldn't close her mouth, and said in disbelief: "It's actually him?"

An Wang nodded slightly, showing some surprise, but then laughed and said: "Truly didn't expect he would become a Master this quickly." Then he turned his head to look at Qianqian and asked with concern: "Then how does he teach?"

Qianqian swallowed the food in her mouth and replied with animated delight: "Brother-in-law teaches so much better than the previous Master! Qianqian understood everything today!" Her face was filled with a proud and satisfied smile.

An Wang listened and smiled in satisfaction, replying: "As long as you understood it all. Today this King happens to have an important matter to announce to you all." As his words fell, everyone stared wide-eyed, fixedly watching An Wang, eagerly waiting to hear what he would say next.

The entire dining hall fell silent in an instant; An Wang's expression was solemn as he slowly spoke: "The day after tomorrow at dawn, Wang'er will set off for the military camp." His voice was low and filled with a father's worry and concern for his son's imminent departure.

Qianqian, sitting at the side, heard this and couldn't help crying out in surprise: "How can it be this fast!" Her eyes revealed reluctance at Fourth Elder Brother's imminent parting.

At this time, Yan Shuang'er, who had been silent all along, turned her head, her gaze gentle as she looked at Yan Wang, and said softly: "Si Ge, San Jie believes you will surely achieve something. One day, you will certainly be brave and fearless like Father King, achieving extraordinary accomplishments." Yan Wang heard San Jie's words of encouragement, a warm current surged in his heart, his eye rims moistened slightly, and he nodded somewhat movedly, replying: "Mm."

Simultaneously, Yan Si, sitting on the other side, swiftly picked up a huge chicken leg with his chopsticks, carefully placed it into the bowl before Yan Wang, and said with a laugh: "Old Four, I heard the food in the military camp has no oil or water. While you're still at home, you'd better eat more good things, properly build up your body."

Yan Wang looked at the fragrant large chicken leg in the bowl, glanced gratefully at Yan Si, and said: "Thank you, Second Brother."

Yan Si waved a big hand and replied magnanimously: "Hey, what thanks! Between us brothers there's no need for such politeness. In the future, the family will rely on you to forge ahead under a heavy burden. If you lack money, just tell Second Brother, Second Brother will definitely support you with all his strength." Yan Wang nodded forcefully and replied: "Mm, got it, Second Brother rest assured."

Even Yan Jie at the side said reluctantly, "Fourth Elder Brother, I can't bear for you to leave."

Yan Wang wasn't good at comforting people, just said, "It's fine, there will be rest time."

And so, this dinner slowly neared its end amid the family's warm care and exchange. Although everyone spoke words of blessing and encouragement, deep in their hearts they all faintly harbored a sentiment difficult to sever.