The children all played to their heart's content and they proposed to come again during their next holiday.
Su Qingluo, of course, welcomed them warmly, indicating with a wave of her small hand that she would take them to a more beautiful valley for their next outing, eliciting a wave of eager cheers.
With reluctance, the children boarded the ferry to return home, each escorted by their attendants.
Su Qingluo saw off her classmates, and along with the Little Prince, headed home horseback, escorted by three large dogs.
The Little Prince had a great time.
Despite the teasing he endured, which left a slightly unpleasant impression of the three cheeky sisters, his curiosity for new things was unaffected.
Once home, the Little Prince was noticeably preoccupied, eating less than usual and sleeping restlessly.
After fussing for a few days, under Su Qingluo's deliberate encouragement, he finally let out the truth.
He wanted to go to the Academy with his sister.
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