There was a ten-minute selection period.

Finally, the young host took the stage to present the top three awards.

"The third-place winner is the 'Swan Lake' ballet!"

There was a round of applause from below the stage. To Lin Feng, who was a layman, it was a well-deserved award. The ballet dancers were all six or seven-year-old girls, and Zhang Yuxi knew a bit about dance.

She said, "These little girls must have endured a lot of hardship and practiced relentlessly."

"The second place goes to..."

The couple comforted the third treasure while feeling both nervous and expectant. When the host on stage announced their daughter's name, Lin Feng and Zhang Yuxi covered their mouths, overwhelmed with excitement. The third treasure herself couldn't believe it was real and was a bit stunned.

Little Rui's mother said a bit sourly, "The third treasure is so amazing. She hasn't been learning for long, and she's already won an award."

If it had been a piano performance or drumming, Little Rui's mother might have felt more reconciled. But the violin! Her own son had been learning for a year or two and couldn't match someone who had studied for a month. Damn, it hasn't even been a month when you think about it. This is what talent is! It really proves that old saying: effort is worthless in the face of talent.

But the third treasure also worked very hard. Once she set her mind on something, she would do it earnestly and well. In contrast, the fourth treasure was only ever single-minded when it came to eating; at all other times, she was half-hearted.

The first place went to a group dance. The third treasure's teacher was waving, and the host on stage announced, "We invite the winners to come to the award podium!"

The third treasure went up in her fluffy skirt. She was the youngest of the three groups, standing slightly shorter in the middle. Lin Feng recorded the moment, not wanting to miss a single second. Everyone received a trophy, and the third treasure returned holding hers, her eyes curved into smiling crescents.

The host then announced the recipients of the next five outstanding awards. The third treasure's piano performance received an outstanding award, while the drum kit missed out. Little Rui also won an outstanding award.

Afterward, the teacher expressed slight regret. "If it had been a solo piano performance, the third treasure would have definitely won first place. It's a pity it was a collaboration, and the little girl who sang wasn't up to par."

Lin Feng, however, felt it was an excellent result and had no regrets. Talent is certainly important, but it's more important to stay true to your initial passion and persevere. A starting point that's too high isn't necessarily a good thing for a four-year-old child.

This competition had clearly shaken Little Rui; he probably never imagined he would lose to the third treasure. When the eldest treasure heard about it, he consoled him, "It's okay. Trying your best is enough!"

This was the mindset Lin Feng had always instilled in them. Whatever you do, give your utmost effort and do it well. Leave the rest to fate. Just do your part.

"You've already done great," the eldest treasure added. I just didn't expect to see my sister here. I'm so happy! The third treasure is the best!

Zhang Yuxi couldn't wait to share the joyous news in the family group chat. The usually calm group chat instantly exploded. Their opinion of the third treasure did a complete one-eighty. True talent often hides in plain sight! Who would have thought that the third treasure, always so quiet and gentle, would turn out to be a musical genius? Although her talent had gradually begun to show when she was only a few months old, they hadn't expected her to be this impressive.

After watching the video, Zhao Lizhen forwarded it to the accomplished musician Miao Lang. Let's see what he says!

She had to wait until they got home for the call.

"Teacher Miao gave the third treasure a very high evaluation," Zhao Lizhen said, her voice serious. "He said you should cultivate her talent well and not let it go to waste. So, during this long vacation, you should all come to Modu. I'll introduce you to this teacher. It will definitely be good for the third treasure."

That very night, Lin Feng purchased plane tickets to Modu.

"What does the teacher like?" he asked. They would certainly need to prepare a gift for the meeting.

Zhao Lizhen pursed her lips. "He likes drinking tea, so buy him a tea set." After a pause, she added, "Actually, never mind, I'll find one. Just don't be stingy with the price. This is for your child's future. Besides, he's retired but still young. So many people are lining up for him to teach!"

Lin Feng nodded. "Mom, the price doesn't matter. The most important thing is to get him something he'll like."

"Done!"

The flight was for the next morning. Lin Feng, who had just lain down, got back up to pack his things when he heard a notification from the system.

DING!

[Due to the host nurturing one of your children to win their first award, you have earned one lucky draw!]

[Please choose a number between 1 and 100, and the system will grant you a corresponding reward!]

Lin Feng chose 88, as the quadruplets were born on August 8th, a date of great significance.

[Congratulations to the host for obtaining five cans of Wushan Black Tea!]

Lin Feng knew of Wushan Black Tea. It came from just eight ancient trees in Wushan, each over four hundred years old. In the past, it was a tribute tea for the imperial court and was considered the finest of all black teas. This tea was now a protected product, and it wasn't something money alone could buy.

Lin Feng took out a can from his Space Ring to inspect it.

「The next day.」

Lin Feng went to Modu with his wife and children. Zhao Lizhen and Zhang Fuyong came to pick them up at the airport.

"Oh, my little grandchildren have grown even bigger!" Zhao Lizhen beamed. "Come, let Grandma hold you! Let's see if I can still lift you!"

The eldest treasure trotted over with arms wide open. "Grandma, hold me, hold me!"

The smile on Zhao Lizhen's face froze for a second before she bent down and scooped him up. "Oh my, Grandma can hardly lift the eldest treasure anymore!"

The eldest treasure giggled in her arms. "You can do it, Grandma! You can do it!"

Zhao Lizhen gently tapped his forehead. "Even if Grandma tries her hardest, I only have so much strength!"

The group chatted as they got into the car.

After returning to the villa, the children suddenly remembered something.

The fourth treasure asked, "Grandma, where are our little chickens and ducklings?"

The second treasure had already started searching around, calling out, "Little Cutie Number One! Little Cutie Number Two!"

Zhang Fuyong glanced at Zhao Lizhen, silently indicating he wanted no part in this.

Zhao Lizhen was at a loss for words, as if she were the only one who had eaten all those chickens and ducks. She hadn't expected that after nearly two years, the children would still remember!

Pressed by the fourth treasure, Zhao Lizhen stammered, "Oh, Grandma and Grandpa have been busy recently, so we sent them to be boarded at someone else's house."

The children were familiar with boarding. Whenever the family was away, they would board their pets, Dabai and Feifei.

The fourth treasure looked on eagerly. "Then, Grandma, when can we bring them home?"

The third treasure trotted over. "Yeah, Grandma! We want to see them."

The second treasure chimed in, also demanding to see his little cuties.

Zhao Lizhen was speechless.

The eldest treasure, meanwhile, was simply enjoying the show, barely managing to suppress a laugh.

As the children continued to press the issue, Zhao Lizhen deflected again, "Once we finish our work, we'll bring them home!"

"Can it be any faster?" the third treasure asked hopefully.

"How much longer, Grandma?" the second treasure questioned. "Will it be tonight?"

Then, the fourth treasure asked bluntly, "Grandma, you didn't eat them all, did you?"

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