allonlinenovel Chapter 168 A Gathering at the Imperial Court, A Child's Amusing Story
Chapter 168 A Gathering at the Imperial Court, A Child's Amusing Story
Xiao Nanyao blushed a little from the praise, hugged Xiao Han's neck, and kissed him on the cheek: "Grandpa, I saw some really cute little brothers in Xijing Kingdom, and I also learned some new drawing techniques. I'll draw them for you later!"
Xiao Han smiled and nodded: "Okay, Grandpa is looking forward to seeing Yao Yao's painting."
At this moment, Mu Qingling took Xiao Nanyi's hand and said to Gu Liuli, "Liuli, you must be tired after such a long journey. Come inside and rest with me."
Gu Liuli smiled and nodded, saying, "Thank you for your concern, Mother. I'm not tired at all. I'm overjoyed to see everyone safe and well."
The group entered the palace together. The palace was decorated in a magnificent style, and soft light shone on the floor, creating a warm atmosphere.
Xiao Nan Yi and Xiao Nan Yao, like two cheerful little birds, ran around the palace, chattering excitedly about their experiences in Xi Jing Kingdom. Xiao Han and Mu Qing Ling sat in the main seats, their faces always beaming with smiles, listening with great interest.
"Grandpa, Uncle's swordsmanship is amazing! I learned a few moves from him!" Xiao Nanyi excitedly demonstrated.
Xiao Han watched with interest and said with a smile, "Oh? Then you'll have to show Grandpa a good demonstration later and see if you've improved."
Xiao Nanyao held Mu Qingling's hand and said, "Grandma, I also saw my aunt. She was so nice to me and gave me lots of delicious snacks."
Mu Qingling gently pinched Xiao Nanyao's nose: "Look how happy our Yaoyao is. You must listen to your aunt from now on."
Xiao Nanyao nodded emphatically: "I know, Grandma."
At this moment, the palace maids served tea and snacks. Mu Qingling personally poured a cup of tea for Gu Liuli and said, "Liuli, try it quickly. This is your favorite tea."
Gu Liuli took the tea, took a small sip, and smiled with satisfaction: "It tastes just like before. Thank you, Mother."
In the royal palace of the Nanzhao Kingdom, the afterglow of the setting sun shone through the carved window lattices, casting warm shadows on the corners of the room. Gu Liuli, with Xiao Nanyi and Xiao Nanyao, finally returned to this familiar and cozy home after a long and arduous journey.
As soon as they stepped into the room, Xiao Nanyi and Xiao Nanyao were enveloped by the familiar atmosphere, and their fatigue instantly dissipated. Like two happy little deer, they hopped and skipped around the room, touching and looking at everything, occasionally letting out excited shouts.
"Mother, our home is the best!" Little Nan Yao rushed into Gu Liuli's arms, looking up at her with her eyes full of happiness.
Gu Liuli hugged Xiao Nanyao tightly, gently kissed her forehead, and said tenderly, "Yes, baby, we're going home."
Xiao Nanyi ran over, grabbed Gu Liuli's hand, and said with bright eyes, "Mommy, I miss Daddy, Grandpa, and Grandma so much, and I miss our room too."
Gu Liuli smiled and patted Xiao Nanyi's head, saying, "I know, Yi'er. Everyone misses you all very much. But now, Mother wants to show you something fun."
As she spoke, Gu Liuli closed her eyes, concentrated, and searched the mysterious space. After a moment, she slowly opened her eyes, gently waved her hands, and two colorful, exquisitely small magic cubes appeared in her palms.
"Wow! What is this, Mommy? It's so beautiful!" Xiao Nanyi and Xiao Nanyao's eyes widened at the same time, their faces full of curiosity and surprise, and they couldn't help but reach out to touch it.
Gu Liuli handed one Rubik's Cube to Xiao Nanyi and the other to Xiao Nanyao, explaining with a smile, "This is called a Rubik's Cube, and it's a very interesting toy."
Look, it has six faces, and each face is made up of small squares of a different color. Our goal is to make all the faces the same color.
Xiao Nanyao took the Rubik's Cube, turning it over and over, muttering, "But, with so many colors, how can I make them all the same? It's so difficult."
Xiao Nanyi frowned and tried to turn it a few times. The Rubik's Cube made a "click-click" sound, but the colors became even more chaotic.
Gu Liuli gently held their hands and said tenderly, "Don't worry, my darlings. Mommy will teach you. Actually, there are methods and techniques for solving the Rubik's Cube. Watch carefully, Mommy will demonstrate for you."
After saying that, Gu Liuli took the Rubik's Cube back from Xiao Nanyi and began to skillfully turn it with both hands. Her fingers, like nimble dancers, lightly leaped between the various faces of the Rubik's Cube, the speed increasing faster and faster, with a continuous "click-click" sound.
Xiao Nan Yi and Xiao Nan Yao clung tightly to Gu Liu Li, their eyes fixed on the Rubik's Cube in her hand, their gazes filled with shock and admiration.
They seemed to be witnessing a wondrous magical performance. The originally chaotic colors, under Gu Liuli's manipulation, seemed to be given life, gradually returning to their places and becoming neat and orderly.
"Wow, Mommy is amazing!" Little Nan Yao couldn't help but cheer, clapping her hands until they were red.
Xiao Nanyi exclaimed in amazement, "Mommy, how did you do that? It's like a fairy casting a spell!"
Gu Liuli stopped what she was doing, showing the solved Rubik's Cube with a warm smile on her face: "Actually, this isn't magic, it's wisdom. As long as you master the correct formula and techniques, you can do it too. Come, let your mother teach you."
Gu Liuli placed the solved Rubik's Cube on the table, picked up another Rubik's Cube that had not yet been solved, and began to patiently explain it.
Her voice was soft and soothing, and she explained each step in detail, using vivid metaphors from time to time to help Xiao Nan Yi and Xiao Nan Yao understand.
"Look, this is like lining up the little cubes. We need to get them all back to their places," Gu Liuli said as she turned the Rubik's Cube. Xiao Nanyi and Xiao Nanyao listened intently, nodding from time to time.
After explaining one step, Gu Liuli handed the Rubik's Cube to Xiao Nanyi and encouraged him, "Yi'er, try this step. I believe you can do it."
Xiao Nanyi took the Rubik's Cube. Although a little nervous, under Gu Liuli's trusting gaze, he mustered his courage and began to turn it according to Gu Liuli's instructions. At first, his movements were a bit clumsy and slow, but with continued attempts, he gradually found his rhythm and successfully completed that step.
"That's fantastic, Yi'er! That's it, you did a great job!" Gu Liuli praised excitedly, her eyes full of pride.
A bright smile spread across Xiao Nanyi's face. He turned to Xiao Nanyao and said happily, "Yaoyao, you should try it too, it's a lot of fun!"
Xiao Nanyi took the Rubik's Cube, took a deep breath, and began to turn it seriously. His eyes were focused and determined. Although his movements were still a little clumsy, he did not give up at all and carefully recalled the steps that Gu Liuli had taught him.