Chapter 22: Su Wan’s Two Faces

Today happened to be Su Shanyu’s day off. At the hour of Shen (around 3-5 pm), the three went to pick up Su Shanyu and Zhu Wa. Upon learning that Ji San would become their master, both were visibly delighted. In their eyes, the man who could rescue Su Mingshan from the tiger’s jaws must possess unparalleled martial skills.

“Brother, Wazi ge, these candies were made by Wanwan herself. Have one,” said Su Wan on the carriage, handing each of them a black candy.

“Little Sister Wan can even make candies? I definitely must try,” Su Shanyu said, taking the candy and popping it into his mouth.

“Mmm, it really tastes good,” Su Shanyu praised.

Zhu Wa also brightened after tasting it, “Sour and sweet, quite delicious. Wanwan, do you have more?”

Su Wan shook her head with a playful smile, “No more today, but there will be tomorrow.”

The Body Refining Pills shouldn’t be eaten too much — one per day is best.

The carriage moved slowly forward. Su Fu gazed out the window at the retreating scenery, her mind a whirlpool of thoughts. Su Wan’s transformation was certainly a surprise and a comfort, but the Ning family truly unsettled her. She even suspected that the Ning family had already sent people along the road.

If the Ning family’s warehouse hadn’t been robbed, would they have even been able to return to Qinghe Village?

The more she thought, the more fearful Su Fu became, her face full of worry.

“Mother, don’t frown like that. With Master here, the Su family will be well protected. I’ll work hard on my training every day,” Su Wan seemed to see through her mother’s worries, snuggling close and whispering softly.

Su Fu nodded slightly, forcing a faint smile, “Wanwan, I know you’re sensible, but I… I’m really afraid of the Ning family.”

Ji San’s voice came from outside, “Madam Su, you needn’t worry too much. As long as I, Ji San, am with the Su family, nothing bad will happen.”

With Su Wan here, the only ones who’ll get into trouble will be others.

Excited about the next few days of training with Master Ji, Su Shanyu and Zhu Wa were thrilled, already imagining the imposing figure of a general turned martial arts master.

Just then, four thugs blocked the carriage. All wore fierce expressions. The leader raised his voice: “People in the carriage, hand over your money quickly. If not, we won’t hesitate to take it by force.”

Hearing this, Su Fu lifted the curtain and saw the four ruffians, her heart tightening instantly. She quickly dropped the curtain again.

The four men saw Su Fu’s beauty and were struck with admiration, “Oh, a beautiful lady! Brothers, today’s our lucky day.”

Their eyes were fixed only on the money and the beauty inside the carriage, completely ignoring the coachman.

“Auntie…” Su Shanyu and Zhu Wa, probably facing such a situation for the first time, turned pale with fear, anxiously looking at Su Fu.

Just as Ji Sang was about to speak, a clear and casual voice came from inside. It was Su Wan:
 “Brother, I’ve learned a lot of martial arts from Master these past two days. I’m going to show you now.”

“No, Wanwan, this is not a game. Those four might be armed with knives,” Su Fu quickly pulled Su Wan back.

With Ji Sang here, it wasn’t up to a child to step forward.

Ji Sang realized Su Wan wanted to show off in front of Su Shan Yu, so he spoke for her,
 “Madam, the apprentice has quite good comprehension. Let her try—it will just be practice.”

“But…” Su Fu hesitated.

“Mother, don’t say no. If I’m really in danger, Master will intervene,” Su Wan said firmly.

“Alright, but be careful,” Su Fu bit her lip and reluctantly agreed.

“Wan sister, be careful,” Su Shan Yu said, worried. Even a prodigy with exceptional bones and talents can’t become strong in just two days.

Su Wan jumped down from the carriage. The three people inside lifted the curtain to watch, all wearing worried expressions.

The four hooligans thought the people in the carriage were intimidated by their aura and would give in. But after much discussion, they sent down a little girl.

“Heh, do you really think a kid can beat us? Since you don’t take us seriously, we’ll teach you a lesson. Little Er, go break the kid’s left arm.”

“Yes. Heh heh, kid, don’t cry for your daddy later,” the one called Little Er swaggered forward, cracking his knuckles to show off.

But as soon as he reached out, Su Wan used a “four ounces to move a thousand pounds” technique, flipping him over her shoulder. Spinning around, she sat on his back and with a “crack,” broke his left arm.

Su Shan Yu and Zhu Wa gaped in shock. “Wan sister is amazing, Wan sister is mighty!”

Their hearts surged with pride. For Su Wan to become this formidable in two days meant their Master was truly powerful.

Suddenly, their fear vanished, replaced by excitement and joy.

Su Fu breathed a sigh of relief and felt proud of her formidable daughter.

Now, at least, they had some ability to protect themselves.

The remaining three hooligans were startled but did not flee.

“Don’t be scared. This little one is tricky, but only she can fight. The three of us will take her on together.”

The three said they would attack together, which greatly surprised the three inside the carriage.

“That’s so cowardly,” Su Shan Yu and Zhu Wa said angrily as they both jumped down from the carriage.

Even if they couldn’t win, they could at least stall for Su Wan a little.

But before the two got off the carriage, the fight was already over.

“O-O-Over?” Zhu Wa was stunned. The three lying on the ground groaning confirmed to them that the battle was truly finished.

“Wan little sister, you’re incredible!” Su Shanyu happily hugged Su Wan. This gave him great confidence; he was already eager to start learning martial arts.

“Hehe, it’s all thanks to Master,” Su Wan gave credit to Ji Sang. Ji Sang rubbed his nose and also praised, “My disciple is truly a martial arts prodigy—just two moves and she took down three people.”

He said this to Su Fu, so she wouldn’t be too shocked if she saw her adorable daughter killing with a single move.

They got onto the carriage, ignoring the four thugs groaning on the ground.

Soon, the carriage arrived at the Su family home.

Su Shanyu was the first to jump down and saw the elderly Su Grandpa and Su Grandma supporting each other and taking small steps in the yard. He was overjoyed.

“Grandpa, Grandma, you—you’re standing up? That’s wonderful!” Su Shanyu was so happy he threw down his book.

“Look how happy this kid is,” Xia Xian teased, picking up his schoolbag with mock anger.

“Brother~ Yao Yao misses you!” Su Xinyao ran out happily. Su Shanyu opened his arms to catch her.

“Brother misses you too.”

But Su Xinyao bypassed him and giggled as she lunged toward Su Wan from behind.

“Giggle giggle giggle…”

“Brother got tricked by me!” Su Xinyao hugged Su Wan’s neck, laughing loudly.

“That’s right, that’s right.” Su Xinyao planted several wet kisses on Su Wan’s face, leaving her covered in saliva.

Su Shanyu didn’t get angry. He stepped forward, rubbed both their heads, and smiled indulgently, “Two little rascals.”

This version of Su Wan made Ji Sang somewhat dazed.

It was hard to understand how a five-year-old could show two completely different faces.