Chapter 2: The Might of the Tiger, Shen Fei (Part 2)

Due to my own reasons, my sister and her future fiancé have had quite a few arguments. Although I know this is not good, who can blame me for harboring animosity towards this guy who is about to take my sister away? After all, once my sister gets married, no one will pamper me anymore, so I naturally take the opportunity to be more affectionate while she is still at home.

Upon seeing Shen Yuxia carrying Shen Fei, Zhong Shitao frowned but approached with a smiling face, saying, "Yuxia, let me carry Xiao Fei."

Upon exiting, I happened to see Zhong Shitao pacing back and forth outside the door

Wow! My future wife bathing another man is really uncomfortable to think about, even though this man is only ten years old

Despite being drenched in sweat, Shen Fei gritted his teeth and endured. Upon hearing this, he immediately jumped up joyfully and exclaimed, "Going to the county town? Thank you, boss!" However, he promptly fell to the ground with a thud. Shen Haofeng paused for a moment but still stepped out with great steadiness.

"Hehe, sister hasn't carried me for a long time." Shen Fei happily lay on the back of Shen Yuxia, who was already squatting on the ground, while Shen Yuxia carefully supported Shen Fei's thighs and carried him away.

Shen Fei frowned; it was not that he was unwilling to put in the effort to practice, but the practice was simply too boring. Sitting there with his eyes closed in a daze, how could he possibly endure for more than half a day? Even after just the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, he felt as if his whole body was being bitten by ants

Zhong Shitao also began practicing basic skills at the age of five, and by the age of ten, he had already reached the fifth level! His techniques were taught by me, and Shen Fei's techniques were also taught by me. Why is there such a significant difference? Is Shen Fei foolish? Who in the entire town would consider this brat foolish? The most cunning in being sly and deceitful is him, so he is simply lazy! Do you think I don't know that this brat only works hard three days and slacks off for two? Therefore, today you must not stop me; I will definitely teach him a severe lesson!" At this point, Shen Haofeng directly shouted at Zhong Shitao: "Bring the bamboo whip."

"Am I being jealous? Hmph! It's unreasonable." Feeling embarrassed by the remarks, Zhong Shitao could only throw out a sentence, feigning indignation as he turned and left.

This is great, immediately causing Shen Yuxia to roar: "Zhong Shitao! Xiao Fei is so pitiful, not only do you not sympathize with him, but you even mock him? What do you mean by that?"

After the sound of clapping echoed ten times, Shen Yuxia immediately said anxiously, "Father, that's enough! It's already been over ten times!" She was so anxious that tears were about to fall.

However, thinking of the disappointment and anger on the boss's face, as well as the worried expression of his sister, Shen Fei gritted his teeth and immediately got up, trying to sit cross-legged despite the pain. But after receiving twenty lashes, how could his rear end sit still? As soon as he touched the bed, he whimpered and lay on it, grimacing, with his rear end raised, carefully stroking it.

Seeing Shen Fei carefully lifting his buttocks and hissing in pain, the comical action made Zhong Shitao beside him unable to hold back a chuckle

Shen Fei had long been accustomed to being whipped by the boss; over the years, he had been punished for causing trouble on numerous occasions. Therefore, he did not take it seriously at all, let alone harbor any resentment towards the boss. However, this time he was punished because he had been lazy in practicing his skills, which was the first time he had been whipped for this reason. Moreover, seeing the boss's furious expression, it was clear that he was extremely upset.

"Uh, it's nothing. With my strong physique, how could there be any problem!" Shen Fei replied while quickly running out. However, he secretly cursed that future brother-in-law, because apart from him, neither the boss nor the sister would disclose the fact that he had been beaten. This made Shen Fei even more resentful towards that future brother-in-law, and he even contemplated whether he was truly suitable to be his brother-in-law. But this was the father of the boss and the brother-in-law, who had made a marriage pact in their youth while adventuring together, which could be considered a betrothal arranged before birth and was fundamentally impossible to dissolve.

Looking out the window, the sky had already darkened, but Shen Fei, feeling no fatigue at all, muttered to himself: "Since I can't practice internal skills, I might as well practice my punches and kicks." Gritting his teeth, he got out of bed, put on his shoes, carefully opened the door, glanced around, and quickly slipped out of the courtyard

After the busiest time, it was already dusk. My sister left with her future brother-in-law, and only Shen Fei remained in the room. Although his bottom hurt and he could not lie down to sleep, Shen Fei, lying on his stomach, was thinking about various matters with his eyes darting around.

"It’s none of your business. That guy is too stingy. What’s wrong with me pampering you? Can Xiao Fei walk? Sister will carry you back to the room." Shen Yuxia immediately changed to a gentle demeanor and said softly.

I keep thinking this way every time, yet I have never been able to act on it. Sigh, who can blame me for feeling displeased when I see Yuxia so indulgent towards Shen Fei? Am I too prone to jealousy? I can't stop feeling jealous even of my brother-in-law. As I ponder these thoughts, Zhong Shitao lets out a sigh of confusion; he knows he cannot change this aspect of his character. After all, who could resist being captivated by this fiancée?

"Shen Yuxia! You shouldn't spoil this little brat from m.hetushu.com regardless of whether he is good or bad, alright? I know that this little rascal was raised by you, his sister, since he was less than a month old, and it's completely normal for you to dote on him! But you must understand, he is my son, Shen Haofeng. Who is Shen Haofeng? A ninth-level warrior! A well-known figure throughout Huyun County!" Shen Haofeng shouted as he slammed the table, which broke apart after just a few hits. A well-known figure throughout Huyun County!" Shen Haofeng shouted as he slammed the table, which broke apart after just a few hits.

Zhong Shitao, without a word, took out a bamboo whip as thick as a finger. Although Shen Yuxia wanted to say something, upon seeing her father, who was furious, she remained silent and glared fiercely at Zhong Shitao. This made Zhong Shitao, while presenting the bamboo whip with both hands, unable to help but plead: "Master, Xiao Fei is still young; why not let your disciple punish him this time instead?"

Shen Yuxia immediately retorted, "What’s wrong with me pampering him? You, a grown man, still have the nerve to compete with a child for attention. Wasn't I the one who served you tea and water every day when you had that fracture?"

Shen Yuxia hurriedly rushed over: "Xiao Fei, what happened to you?" Then, without any hesitation, she pulled down Xiao Fei's pants, revealing a shocking twenty whip marks scattered across Shen Fei's snow-white backside, appearing extremely gruesome

There are certain things that are simply intolerable and extremely bothersome to Zhong Shitao, which he truly cannot change. Not only is he unable to alter his own character, but he also cannot change Yuxia's character. Since Yuxia's mother passed away shortly after giving birth to her, Yuxia has become very independent, to the extent that even her master must heed her commands. When the master brought Shen Fei back, it was Yuxia who had cared for a baby who was not yet a month old until he grew to this age. For Yuxia, the saying "an elder sister is like a mother" is not just a casual remark; indulging Shen Fei has become a deeply ingrained habit for her.

"Xiao Fei, out playing so late? Is your bottom all right?" The two burly gatekeepers laughed at Shen Fei. This kid hardly ever had a night when he wasn't dragged back by Shen Yuxia by his ear to take a bath and go to bed, so everyone had grown accustomed to him sneaking out at night.

Sister, it is all my fault for causing you to argue with your husband" Shen Fei said apologetically, feeling somewhat embarrassed

"Get away! Today, I must whip him twenty times to teach him a lesson." With an expressionless face, Shen Haofeng swiftly delivered twenty lashes, then tossed the whip to Zhong Shitao, turned around with his hands behind his back, and as he was about to leave, he said, "Xiao Fei, prepare to go with me to the headquarters tomorrow"

Zhong Shitao immediately quit: "I said, Yuxia! That kid Xiaofei gets beaten by his master every ten days or so; what does this little injury count for? Please don't spoil him so much!" He then indignantly added, "Last time when I broke a bone while practicing, I didn't see you so worried!"

Seeing the two siblings chatting and laughing, Zhong Shitao shook his head helplessly, truly at a loss. Yuxia has spoiled Shen Fei to the point of being like a beloved child! Honestly, if I had known back when I first came to my master that I should have befriended this brat first, I wouldn't be in a position where he is always deliberately sabotaging my affairs now

This made tears immediately fall from Shen Yuxia's eyes: "Wuwu, Xiao Fei is so pitiful, it hurts, right?" As she spoke, she hurriedly took out the ointment and carefully applied it to Shen Fei.

The refined demeanor of the middle-aged man had completely vanished, and those present were not surprised at all. Shen Fei lowered his head, not daring to speak, while Zhong Shitao stood by as if nothing had happened. Only Yu Xia stepped forward to protect Shen Fei, saying, "Father, Xiao Fei is still young; do not blame him. Moreover, reaching the third level of the foundational technique at the age of ten is quite impressive. Many children in the dojo are still struggling with the first and second levels."

"Yes, boss." Shen Fei dared not be mischievous any longer, quickly turning around to kneel on the ground with his buttocks raised, closing his eyes and gritting his teeth tightly. With a loud slap, the veins on Shen Fei's forehead immediately bulged, yet he stubbornly remained silent.

"Hmph! You look just like Yu Xia. If I let you hit him, your strength would probably not even be enough to kill an ant," Shen Haofeng said, ignoring the resentful and wronged expression of Zhong Shitao. He took the bamboo whip, swung it a few times to feel the whooshing sound, and then, with a stern face, said to Shen Fei: "Kneel down!"

Shen Fei was settled in the room, and Shen Yuxia inquired about his well-being. Not only did she bring him food to eat, but she also brought a basin of water to help wash him, and then carefully applied medicine once again.

Zhong Shitao often eagerly volunteered to help Shen Fei with bathing, but unfortunately, he was never able to fulfill this wish. It was not only that Shen Fei was unwilling, but also that Yu Xia was not pleased, believing that he would not clean him properly

However, Zhong Shitao merely felt a twinge of envy and muttered a few words about how overly indulgent Shen Fei was, but he did not feel surprised. It has been five years since he came to his master's house, and he had long since grown accustomed to Shen Yuxia's meticulous care for Shen Fei.

Before Shen Yuxia could say anything, Shen Fei tightly wrapped his arms around his sister's neck, shaking his head vigorously: "No, I want my sister to carry me"

"Yes, yes, brother-in-law, I even brought meals for you and helped to clear the dishes," Shen Fei said with a wink and a smile

Shen Fei was naturally enjoying the affection of his sister with great pleasure, but beside him, Zhong Shitao, who was being bossed around by Shen Yuxia, was so furious that he felt like his head was on fire, and his eyes turned red with envy.

You! Just as Zhong Shitao was about to reprimand, he caught sight of Shen Yuxia glaring fiercely at him, and could only awkwardly remain silent and follow along.