After the marriage, the disabled war king was spoiled by me

"Father, these are the records from that year. I believe they are all true." Gu Zhiyi said in a firm tone. She knew that her discovery would change the fate of her family.

Gu Churui pondered for a moment, then said to Gu Zhiyi: "This matter is of great importance, and we need the elders of the family to discuss it together. Zhiyi, you have done a good job, but this matter involves too much, and must be handled with caution."

Gu Zhiyi nodded in agreement. She knew her father was right. The family secrets affected everyone's interests and could not be easily revealed.

In the next few days, the Gu family held a meeting of family elders to discuss how to deal with the secret discovered in the ancestral hall. During the meeting, Gu Zhiyi reported her findings in detail and put forward her own opinions.

After hearing this, the family elders had different expressions. Some were shocked, some were thoughtful, and some looked worried. After a heated discussion, they finally decided to keep the secret temporarily and strengthen the protection of the ancestral hall to prevent the secret from being leaked.

Gu Churui was very satisfied with Gu Zhiyi's performance. He knew that his daughter had grown into a capable family member. He said to Gu Zhiyi privately: "Zhiyi, I am proud of your courage and wisdom. I believe the future of the family can be handed over to you."

Gu Zhiyi felt warm in her heart, knowing her father's trust and expectations of her. She answered firmly: "Father, I will not let you down. I will do my best to protect the family."

With the secret temporarily sealed, the Gu family returned to peace. But Gu Zhiyi knew that this secret was like a time bomb that would explode again one day. She must always be prepared for the future of the family and for those who trust her.

Chu Qirui's confused look seemed even deeper in the dim candlelight. He asked tentatively, "What does father mean?" Lord Chongren smiled slightly, with a deep light flashing in his eyes.

Lord Chongren slowly stood up, walked to the window, looked at the bright moonlight outside, and said lightly: "I want you to understand that the road of life is not always smooth. The hardships you have experienced are all tests of your will."

Chu Qirui stood there silently, with a complex emotion in his heart. He knew that his father's words must have a deep meaning, but he couldn't guess what his father wanted to tell him.

"Father, do you mean that I should learn to face difficulties and bravely challenge fate?" Chu Qirui asked cautiously.

Lord Chongren turned his head and looked at his son with approval in his eyes: "Yes, life is like the moon, sometimes full and sometimes crescent. You can't expect it to be perfect forever. When you encounter difficulties, you must learn to find light in darkness and hope in despair."

Chu Qirui nodded, and a bright light seemed to be lit in his heart. He knew very well that he was shouldering the mission of the family and could not slack off.

"Father, what do you think about my failure in the imperial examination?" Chu Qirui couldn't help but ask.

Lord Chongren smiled slightly, his eyes full of care: "The imperial examination is just a stage in life. Victory and defeat are common in the military. This failure is not necessarily a bad thing. At least it makes you understand that there are always people better than you. You must learn from it and prepare for the next challenge."

Chu Qirui listened to his father's words, and a sense of pride surged in his heart. He understood that his father was not blaming him, but using his own experience to tell him that failure is not terrible, but losing courage and confidence is terrible.

"Father, I understand. I will take this failure as a tempering, work hard to improve myself, and strive to get good results in the next imperial examination." Chu Qirui said firmly.

Lord Chongren smiled and patted his son's shoulder, his eyes full of expectation: "Okay, I hope you can make a splash in the next imperial examination. However, before that, you have to learn how to be kind to others and handle interpersonal relationships well."

Chu Qirui looked at his father in confusion: "Father, what does this have to do with the imperial examination?"

Lord Chongren sighed and said, "You know, this world is dangerous and people's hearts are hard to predict. The imperial examination is important, but interpersonal communication is equally indispensable. Only those who know how to get along with others can gain a foothold in this complicated world."

Chu Qirui fell into deep thought. He understood that his father's words were to make him understand that if he wanted to gain a foothold in this world, he must not only learn to seek knowledge, but also learn how to behave in society.

Lord Chongren looked at his son's thoughtful expression and couldn't help but feel deeply moved. He knew that his son had grown up and should learn to face the challenges of life independently.

"Dad, I understand. I will work hard to improve myself, not only to achieve something in my studies but also to be adept at interpersonal communication." Chu Qirui raised his head and looked at his father with a firm gaze.

Lord Chongren smiled and nodded, feeling relieved. He knew that his son had understood his intentions and the way of life.

As the night deepened, the candlelight in the house gradually dimmed. The conversation between Lord Chongren and his son Chu Qirui continued, as if they were having a spiritual exchange, and each saw firm faith in the other's eyes.

Time flies. Under his father's guidance, Chu Qirui gradually grew into a young man with successful studies and decent interpersonal relationships. During this process, Lord Chongren also witnessed his son's growth and was filled with pride and satisfaction.

Gu Zhiyi took her cousin back to the main hall, waiting for her father Gu Churui to arrive. Not long after, Gu Churui was led in by the servants, his face showing a bit of seriousness and fatigue.

"Father, something strange happened in the ancestral hall. Your daughter has done some preliminary investigation and found this." Gu Zhiyi said, taking out the family tree and some letters from her sleeve and handing them to her father.

Gu Churui took the family tree and the letter, and his eyes immediately became sharp. He flipped through them quickly, and his expression became more and more solemn. The contents recorded in the family tree and the letter obviously exceeded his expectations.

"Is...is this true?" Gu Churui put down the letter, looked up at Gu Zhiyi, with a hint of doubt and confusion in his eyes.

"Father, these are the records from that year. I believe they are all true." Gu Zhiyi said in a firm tone. She knew that her discovery would change the fate of her family.

Gu Churui pondered for a moment, then said to Gu Zhiyi: "This matter is of great importance, and we need the elders of the family to discuss it together. Zhiyi, you have done a good job, but this matter involves too much, and must be handled with caution."

Gu Zhiyi nodded in agreement. She knew her father was right. The family secrets affected everyone's interests and could not be easily revealed.

In the next few days, the Gu family held a meeting of family elders to discuss how to deal with the secret discovered in the ancestral hall. During the meeting, Gu Zhiyi reported her findings in detail and put forward her own opinions.

After hearing this, the family elders had different expressions. Some were shocked, some were thoughtful, and some looked worried. After a heated discussion, they finally decided to keep the secret temporarily and strengthen the protection of the ancestral hall to prevent the secret from being leaked.

Gu Churui was very satisfied with Gu Zhiyi's performance. He knew that his daughter had grown into a capable family member. He said to Gu Zhiyi privately: "Zhiyi, I am proud of your courage and wisdom. I believe the future of the family can be handed over to you."

Gu Zhiyi felt warm in her heart, knowing her father's trust and expectations of her. She answered firmly: "Father, I will not let you down. I will do my best to protect the family."

With the secret temporarily sealed, the Gu family returned to peace. But Gu Zhiyi knew that this secret was like a time bomb that would explode again one day. She must always be prepared for the future of the family and for those who trust her.

Under Gu Churui's guidance, Gu Zhiyi began to learn more about the family's history and secrets. She knew that in order to truly protect the family, she had to fully grasp all the information. Therefore, she used her free time to read more family archives and ancient books, trying to find more clues.

During this period, Chu Qirui's confusion became more and more serious. Although he did not fully understand the discussion between Gu Zhiyi and the family elders, he could sense the importance of the matter. After a family dinner, Chu Qirui could not help but find Gu Zhiyi privately and asked carefully: "Sister Zhiyi, what does father mean? I feel that he has become very serious recently, and what you are discussing seems to be very important."

Gu Zhiyi looked at Chu Qirui with a hint of hesitation in her eyes. She knew that Chu Qirui was a junior in the family, but his intelligence and kind nature made her willing to reveal some information to him.

"Qi Rui, this matter involves a big secret of the family. We are not yet completely sure of its authenticity." Gu Zhiyi explained softly, "But for the safety of the family, we must handle it with caution."

After hearing this, Chu Qirui's eyes flashed with curiosity and determination: "Sister Zhiyi, I will keep it a secret. If there is anything I can help with, just tell me."

Gu Zhiyi was pleased with Chu Qirui's trust. She knew that at this critical moment, it was always good to have a reliable helper. So she decided to let Chu Qirui participate, at least to do some auxiliary work on the surface.

"Okay, Qirui, starting tomorrow, you will be responsible for supervising the safety of the ancestral hall and making sure no outsiders approach." Gu Zhiyi said to Chu Qirui.

Chu Qirui nodded in agreement, his eyes sparkling with excitement. He felt extremely proud to be able to contribute to the family.

As time goes by, Gu Zhiyi and Chu Qirui work together to monitor the ancestral hall more closely. At the same time, Gu Zhiyi is also secretly investigating the source and background of the secret. She finds that the secret is closely related to the rise and fall of the family, and may even affect the stability of the entire dynasty.

By chance, Gu Zhiyi discovered a forgotten diary among the family's ancient books. The owner of the diary was an ancient ancestor who recorded an unknown past that involved a court struggle and the secret identity of an important figure in the family.

This discovery shocked Gu Zhiyi. She realized that if this secret was revealed, it would cause a storm that would shake the entire dynasty. She knew that she had to be more cautious because this secret was not only related to the fate of the family, but also to the life and death of countless people.

Gu Zhiyi took advantage of the illness of the elders in the family and pretended to focus on taking care of the elders, but she was secretly observing the reactions and actions of other family members. She noticed that several family members seemed to be particularly concerned about the elders' illness, and this concern went beyond the scope of conventional family affection, which aroused her suspicion.

Meanwhile, Chu Qirui continued his investigation in the court. He used his position and connections to gather information about the descendants of the key figure. He discovered that the descendant seemed to be planning an important political activity, which might be inextricably linked to the family secrets.

After a series of careful arrangements, Gu Zhiyi and Chu Qirui finally had the opportunity to talk face to face with the descendants of that key figure. They met secretly in an inconspicuous teahouse, Chu Qirui was responsible for ensuring the safety of the meeting, and Gu Zhiyi was responsible for negotiating with the other party.

In a secret room in the teahouse, Gu Zhiyi asked her questions directly. The descendant of the key figure was obviously surprised at how much Gu Zhiyi knew, but soon realized that Gu Zhiyi had some important information in his hands.

After an in-depth conversation, the descendant revealed some key information, confirming Gu Zhiyi's guess. It turned out that the family secret involved an ancient covenant, which not only related to the safety of the family, but also affected the stability of the entire dynasty. If this secret was revealed, it might trigger a series of unpredictable events.

Gu Zhiyi and Chu Qirui realized that they were facing a huge challenge. They had to handle the secret carefully and find a way to protect the interests of the family without destroying the balance of the entire dynasty.

In the following days, Gu Zhiyi and Chu Qirui began to formulate a more thorough plan. They knew that they needed more support and help, so they began to look for allies they could trust. They contacted some important members of the family and some reliable friends in the court to discuss how to deal with the upcoming crisis.

In the process, Gu Zhiyi and Chu Qirui's relationship becomes closer. They face challenges and take risks together, which deepens their trust and respect for each other. They know that no matter how difficult the road ahead is, they must move forward hand in hand, for the family, for the dynasty, and for the promise they have made to each other.

As time goes by, their plan matures. They are ready to reveal the secret at the right time while ensuring the safety of their family and dynasty. This is a contest of honor, trust and loyalty. Gu Zhiyi and Chu Qirui both know that they have no way out and can only move forward.

After the family elder's condition stabilized, Gu Zhiyi and Chu Qirui used this gap to continue their investigation. They knew that time was running out because any delay might give their opponents more time to consolidate their position and even reveal their secrets.