Zhang Gaoyi held Ye Zifen's tall horse tightly. His steps seemed heavy and difficult as he walked slowly towards the distance step by step.

His slightly sad back, in the afterglow of the setting sun, was stretched out, as if carrying endless vicissitudes and fatigue.

As the distance grew farther, his figure gradually became blurred, and finally disappeared completely in the vast and boundless world.

Ye Zifen sat in the room with her eyes downcast, not daring to look out the window, for fear that once she saw the familiar figure walking away, her originally strong heart would soften in an instant, and all the long-suppressed sadness would surge in like a tide.

So, she could only cheer herself up and try not to think about that person, but turned around and talked to several masters in the car.

"Thank you all for following us out on this adventure. Since you came to my side, you have been running around with me and have suffered a lot. It is because of my incompetence that you have suffered so much. I am really sorry for you all!

"Ye Zifen said with guilt.

Upon hearing this, Master A waved his hands and consoled her with a smile, "Ah, girl, what are you talking about! Your wives are all living a peaceful and comfortable life at the seaside, and those naughty little ones are all living healthy and happy. All this is thanks to you. Without you, how could we have such a wonderful life now? So, please don't say such polite words again!"

Master B also echoed, "Yes, girl! If we hadn't followed you, we would probably still be like rootless duckweed, wandering around in the rivers and lakes, living a life of swords and swords, and fear all day long."

Master C: "Yes, I might lose my life one day. How can I live a stable life like I do now? So, I can live like this today thanks to your guidance and care!"

Ye Zifen's beautiful eyes were slightly red at this moment, crystal tears were rolling in her eye sockets, and her voice was slightly trembling.

With a sob that was difficult to conceal, he said, "Masters, I know very well in my heart that you have been trying every way to comfort me and encourage me. But when I think back to the ups and downs and twists and turns I have experienced along the way, and how you have suffered so much and lived in fear all day long, my heart is really filled with guilt and anxiety!"

At this time, Master A stretched out his broad and warm palm and gently patted Ye Zifen's shoulder.

He said earnestly: "My child, don't think like that. The journey we have walked together as master and apprentice, and the little things we have experienced together, are all invaluable memories!"

Master C: "No matter how many difficulties and setbacks we encounter, we always stick together and support each other. Isn't this the most precious thing?"

Master B immediately echoed, "That's right! Even if there are countless difficulties and obstacles waiting for us ahead, as long as our hearts are closely connected and our strengths are put together, nothing can stop us from moving forward. There is nothing to be afraid of!"

After listening to the two masters' words, Ye Zifen bit her lips hard, as if she wanted to engrave the emotion and determination deeply into her heart.

She raised her head, looked at the masters with a firm gaze, and said solemnly: "Masters, this great kindness to me, I, Ye Zifen, will never forget in this life. If there is an afterlife, I am still willing to be your apprentice, and we will still stick together like we do now!"

Upon hearing this, Master A burst into laughter, his laughter as warm and gentle as the sunshine in spring: "Hahaha, silly child, why are you saying these things! We are a close family! Why do we need to be so clear about the differences and use these polite words?"

Master B also smiled and nodded repeatedly, expressing his agreement: "Yes, yes, yes, we are one family and we should not have different opinions. The friendship between us is deeper than the sea and higher than the mountains."

Ye Zifen nodded heavily, then took a deep breath, trying hard to calm her excited emotions.

She secretly vowed to work harder to practice and constantly improve her martial arts and abilities, and never let down her masters' high expectations of her.

She clenched her fists and said in a firm tone, "Well, please rest assured, masters! I will definitely go all out and study hard to become a true master as soon as possible, and no longer let you worry about me!"

Master A's eyes flashed with admiration. He looked at Ye Zifen with encouragement and said in a sonorous and powerful voice, "We have confidence in you, girl! We believe that with your talent and hard work, you will be able to realize your dream!"

Several people surrounded Ye Zifen tightly, and their concerned eyes fell on Ye Zifen like the warm spring sun.

Master C said softly, "Zifen, don't take this matter too seriously. Everything will get better slowly."

Master A also quickly agreed, "That's right, girl! Life is a long journey, we have to look forward, what does this little difficulty mean to us?"

Then, Master B encouraged him, "You must get better soon. Everyone is looking forward to seeing you!"

Their words, one after another, were like a stream of warmth flowing towards Ye Zifen, filled with comfort and care for her.

At this time, Ye Zifen lowered her head slightly, and her originally pale face looked even more bloodless.

She was seen biting her thin lips gently, as if she was trying her best to force a smile from the corners of her mouth, just to make those people around her who cared about her feel a little more at ease.

"Thank you... I understand that everyone is sincerely thinking about me."

Ye Zifen's voice sounded weak and seemed particularly frail.

After hearing this, everyone turned their gazes to her, their eyes revealing an expression of heartache that was difficult to conceal.

At this time, a voice in the crowd rang out again: "Zifen, don't hold on. If you really feel bad, just say it out loud. We will always be here with you."

Ye Zifen slowly raised her head and said, "I'm really fine now. I'm sorry to have made you worry about me so much."