Studying Diligently at His Desk

After leaving the valley, Duan Rong rode the wind toward the mountain top of the Lü Family Estate.

Having reached Qi Cyclone Realm Great Perfection, his figure amid the clouds had become even more nimble and ethereal, carrying something of an otherworldly air.

Before reaching Qi Cyclone Realm Great Perfection, whenever he rode the wind, he would stir the clouds and mist into surging tumult.

But now, not only was he faster, he seemed to have merged with the clouds and mist themselves, drifting lightly through their hazy expanse, appearing and vanishing like an immortal or a ghost...

Like a gentle breeze, Duan Rong drifted down into his own courtyard.

Xiao Yu and Zhu Xiaoqi sat beneath the eaves, basking in the sun as they chatted and laughed.

Zhu Xiaoqi was doing needlework, while Xiao Yu occasionally picked up the little garment and smiled as she said something to her.

Meanwhile, Shen Mizhi was practicing forms in the open space below the Stone Steps. Round after round, she went through them until fragrant sweat drenched her body, yet her eyes remained fierce, and she showed no intention of stopping.

Duan Rong suddenly descended into the courtyard, startling both Xiao Yu and Zhu Xiaoqi. They promptly rose to their feet. Zhu Xiaoqi's belly was already slightly rounded, making movement somewhat inconvenient, so Xiao Yu gave her a hand as she stood.

Shen Mizhi also caught sight of Duan Rong landing in the courtyard as lightly as a swallow. Yet after one glance, she acted as though she had seen nothing and continued practicing her forms.

Duan Rong slowly made his way toward the entrance of the hall. Xiao Yu glanced at Shen Mizhi before turning to him with a smile. "Husband, you came out of seclusion a day early today?"

Duan