As Gu Zi had not indulged in Fuding sliced meat for a long time, dinner that night was particularly satisfying. After tidying up the kitchen and dining area, she felt the need for a stroll to aid digestion.
With Su Shen busy training their sons in the horse stance in the yard, Gu Zi decided to take Su Le out in a small cart.
The village, devoid of street lamps, was enveloped in darkness at night. Gu Zi stepped out with a flashlight, not intending to wander far from the Su family's residence. She circled the house twice before Su Shen, having finished his training, joined her for a walk.
"Finished training already?" Gu Zi asked, though his presence provided her with a sense of comfort. The night's darkness, even close to home, had felt intimidating alone. Now, accompanied by Su Shen's tall and formidable figure, her fears dissipated.