Mingchao: The Survival Journey of a Comedian

Chapter 57 will be no surprise!

He'd lost quite a bit of blood; his brain felt like a complete mess, utterly devoid of the intelligence he'd displayed when plotting against Geshu.

But the other person was still holding his hand, and he was being watched on the training field, making it impossible for him to use his medical talent to heal.

He can't run away even if he wants to, and he can't get treatment even if he wants to.

Brother! Look, the blood is still flowing from my shoulder! I'm only 16 years old, I can't possibly take that much pain!

If you don't let go and let someone treat me, I'm going to die right here!

You wouldn't want me to die right in front of you, lest your reputation as a general be tarnished, would you?

He was truly convinced, but since the other party had just agreed to handle the matter, he couldn't just turn around and leave. He could only silently watch the other person with a friendly smile, hoping that person could understand his current situation.

Geshulin: ... (thinking)

Stop thinking about it! He just said something a bit melodramatic, didn't he? What are you even thinking about?!

Fortunately, his bug-like soul power hadn't dissipated yet, and he had been continuously cultivating, so the bleeding gradually stopped. However, the dried bloodstains still remained on the ground, looking particularly gruesome.

"teacher!"

In the deathly silence, that shout, like a thunderclap, instantly pulled him back to reality. Looking up, he saw Ji Yan had rushed onto the training field and was standing beside him, his eyes filled with heartache. At that moment, his head throbbed again.

My dear future general, please don't keep going up against the current general at the age of 10, okay?

As a teacher, I'm under immense pressure! Does he really think that kid is his little darling?

No, if it really is his Xiaobai, given his jealous nature, he would have already dragged Ji Yan out by now.

"Ji Yan, get out!"

"I'm fine."

In his struggle, he tried to push the child away with his other hand, but unfortunately, the blue-clad figure seemed determined, its small hands tightly wrapped around his arm, its golden eyes filled with unwavering stubbornness as it stared straight back at him.

"teacher……"

Feeling his other hand being released, Ge Shulin didn't say anything more. He simply glanced coldly at the person beside him, then slung the knife over his shoulder and left.

The suffocating pressure finally dissipated, and my tense nerves relaxed. The pain in my left shoulder began to spread gradually, and upon closer inspection, my facial expressions momentarily became uncontrollable.

"Teacher! I'll take you to the infirmary right away!"

"I've treated these wounds...the pain will stop soon..."

As the other person led him off the training field, the crowd realized what was happening and looked at him with admiration, making way for him.

After all, that person had essentially fought to a draw with the general who had never been defeated on the battlefield.

Carefully supported by Ji Yan, she first gave him a simple smile to indicate that such an attitude was unnecessary, then turned her gaze to Coach Yan Yan, who was deep in thought to the side.

"Coach Yan Yan... about my situation..."

"Since General Geshu has spoken personally, I naturally have nothing to say."

"...But you certainly dared to gamble. If the general hadn't held back with that strike, you'd be a corpse right now."

"Go ahead, you can skip training this afternoon."

"Everyone else! Go back to your own work! Keep training!"

The others also dispersed, but thankfully he didn't see any malicious glances directed at the child beside him. He breathed a sigh of relief, finally feeling relaxed.

It seems I've managed to create a happy ending.

No one was implicated because of him...

This is really...wonderful!

Upon arriving at the infirmary, the room was completely empty. Ji Yan silently treated the other person's wounds, from the abrasions on the face caused by the blade's energy, to the internal injuries from the clash... all the way to the huge bloodstain on the shoulder.

His hand, which had been steady, finally trembled slightly.

—Heaven knows what he felt the moment he saw that black knife blocking his view as it hurtled towards the opponent's chest.

Time seemed to slow down, and my mind kept replaying the lip movements that person made as they looked at me.

I don't blame you

But... how could this not be his fault! He's the one who started this whole thing.

Although General Geshu was indeed the main cause of the injury, he also knew in his heart that if the other party didn't do this, there would be no reason to exempt that person from punishment.

Not to mention, this is indirectly promoting the reputation of one's teacher.

"..."

"What are you thinking about, 'Avoid Fire'?"

"Is it internally processing its own CPU?"

He met the person's dark eyes, and saw no pain or complaint in them. Only kindness and concern.

"CPU?"

"..."

He patted his forehead with his other hand, almost forgetting that the other person probably wouldn't understand these technical terms. After thinking for a moment, he decided to just give them some advice directly.

"Don't try to convince yourself that this isn't your fault."

"If anyone's to blame, it's Zhang Yue's birth."

"They lack both ability and competence, and even intend to target the medical field."

"Even if I didn't take action, didn't Ge Shu go after me?"

"It's just that I carelessly dragged you and Beiwang into this..."

He sighed, closed his eyes, and shook his head weakly—indeed, if he had acted just one step later, he wouldn't have had to fight Geshu.

After all, who would want to fight someone who is currently at the peak of their combat power?

No! I must... have...

【reputation!】

His consciousness sank back into chaos in an instant, his brows furrowing involuntarily, his head swaying slightly. He sensed that obsession appearing more and more frequently, as if it would surge forth uncontrollably whenever anything related to Ji Yan and Ge Shulin was mentioned.

"Teacher! Did I hit you too hard?!"

"It's not your fault... don't blame yourself."

"I don't care about this little wound."

Slowly opening his eyes, he looked at Ji Yan, who was clearly panicking again. He felt he had to talk to the child again, so he took his hand off his forehead and gently rubbed the other's head.

"Although I was indeed too hasty in this matter... I don't regret what I did."

"He's already trying to harm you. If I, as a teacher, don't speak up, what kind of teacher am I!"

"From the moment I signed the treaty with you, from the moment I agreed to become your teacher..."

I made a vow to myself:

"No matter the cost, I will protect you."

"You should shine brightly in the future, become a better guide than me, and embrace new life with more hope."

"So no matter when or where, if you encounter any difficulties..."

"Please reach out to me."

He watched as the person's golden eyes shifted from initial pain to confusion, then to sorrow, before finally closing their eyes in a struggle, leaving them utterly helpless.

Seeing the other person's expression, he shook his head helplessly, and finally reached out and pulled the other person into his arms.

"You really are..."

I was reminded of comforting another child in some desolate place, only our personalities were worlds apart.

Not to mention that someone's personality nowadays doesn't seem to be arrogant—it's haughty!

"……Oh"

A chill ran down my spine. I looked up in surprise and saw the white figure walk in, carrying something in its hand, but then stopped for some reason.

As Ge Shulin pushed open the door and entered, he couldn't help but frown at the scene before him, his eyes filled with complex emotions. In the end, he couldn't help but let out a snort.

"General Geshu?"

"General?"

I felt guilty again. Why did I have this feeling of being caught cheating?

This isn't his Xiaobai... wait!

Even a novice shouldn't have such thoughts!

"He really is an idiot..."

This comment wasn't meant to be hidden from either of them; her golden pupils stared intently at him, then shifted to the person still in her arms.

A fleeting look of disdain crossed his eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.

"My black dagger's wounds don't heal as easily because of prolonged use of my resonance ability."

"Purple Flame was born to destroy frequencies... It's quite rare that it stopped the bleeding so quickly."

"...This medicine is specially made."

"Let that kid do it for you."

He casually placed the medicine bottle on the table and turned to leave, but when he saw the figure in blue quickly take the bottle and prepare to apply the medicine, he stopped in his tracks once more.

"Mo Wunian, I can also help you dissolve this agreement."

You and he shouldn't be on the same path.

"We shouldn't let the other party ruin our own path."

"I can offer you a more suitable position."

"?" "!"

Wait a minute! Was I being poached? No… it seems like they're trying to poach me!

He instantly felt the person in his arms tremble, and their first glance was directed at him: their eyes held only pleading.

But then, as if realizing something, he averted his gaze, and the strength in his hand gradually faded.

It seems that they agreed with this statement.

"..."

Hey, get your act together! I didn't even nod, and you're already acting like this?

How can someone with that kind of personality be a general?!

No, no, I, as a teacher, need to provide them with a strong sense of security.

"No need, General Geshu."

"Since I made a promise, I must keep it. A person can't go back on their word."

"Perhaps we are not on the same path, or perhaps I will be held back a little..."

"But I believe his path is far superior to the one I originally intended to take."

"His potential for growth is far greater than mine."

As he finished speaking, he looked up and saw that both of the people in front of him had expressions of shock in their eyes.

Ge Shulin was somewhat surprised that the other party was so stupid, and he left without looking back.

You'd better...keep your word.

"But you'll still go to the front lines; you're strong enough."

"As for the person next to you... they will naturally go along because of you."

"idiot"

The door closed again. Looking at Ji Yan, who was standing there dumbfounded, and then at the medicine in his hand, she felt that she had never been so mentally exhausted in her entire life.

It seems that kid still has a bit of an arrogant streak, only his arrogance has taken over.

They'll behave themselves from now on!

Looking down at the pitiful Ji Yan, she couldn't help but sigh, propping her head up with her hand.

"Ji Huohuo, have more confidence in your teacher... Do I look like someone who would lie?"

"If I say I'll take care of you, then I'll take care of you!"

"It looks like you're going to the front lines with me, but how did you get dragged into this again..."

How did getting involved cause so much trouble? That child just passed the basic tests; sending him to the front lines now would make ensuring his safety incredibly difficult...

"No...it's clearly me who's dragging the teacher down."

"My teacher has already done so much for me..."

"Okay, I can totally guess what you're going to say next."

"Didn't I just tell you to be more confident? I've emphasized it so many times, didn't you listen?"

"If I hear these words again... I'll write to your mother and complain!"

The familiar recipe, the familiar ingredients. Seeing that person's eyes redden once again, I silently made another note of it:

But these methods are so effective at dealing with children! He's so good at threatening people!

It's time to change the subject.

He bent down, making sure the other person was tall enough to comfortably treat his wounds, then blinked gently and spoke.

"Alright, alright, please bandage my wound now."

"Although I know a little about medicine, it's definitely much more basic than what you know."

I still trust you on that point.

I felt a cool sensation coming from the wound, and the initial sharp pain was gradually replaced by a subtle itch.

The person applied the ointment with extremely gentle strokes, as if afraid that even the slightest pressure would cause him discomfort.

"At least Geshu has some conscience... at least the medicine he gave was actually effective..."

He muttered to himself, ultimately unable to forget that man. Even though the man now didn't recognize him and was even about to harm him, he couldn't bring himself to turn the sharpened blade towards him.

But this seems to be the right thing to do; a proud person shouldn't bow down for their own sake...

So, Mo Wunian, don't feel disappointed! This is something you've been hoping for!

"Does it still hurt, teacher?"

"It doesn't hurt anymore, Huo Huo was very gentle."

Compared to that other man, he's much more susceptible to gentleness! A sweet, gentle girl is always more comfortable to wear~

Ji Yan didn't say much, but quickly picked up a bandage and bandaged the wound, making sure it wouldn't bleed before stepping aside.

Looking at the face still grinning foolishly, radiating simple joy at not being caught up in the trouble, a sudden jolt ran through me. An indescribable feeling quietly welled up inside me, gradually spreading.

My eyes were glued to it.

"Mo Wunian..."

These three words have begun to permeate everything about him—

He seemed to see a sea of ​​flowers, and he found himself amidst it, catching a glimpse of that figure in the distance.

But he couldn't get close. He desperately tried to take a step and run towards the other person, but it was all in vain: he was frozen in place.

He could only watch as that person slowly approached him, as if stepping on something, moving very slowly, as if enduring something but never stopping, until finally revealing a relieved smile when they reached him.

Finally, that hand reached out.

But clearly... it was I who willingly tied that person to myself.

But why... now it seems that he was able to grab that person only because the other person took the initiative to approach him?

why?

【Ji Yan, I've found you】

And finally...

He couldn't hear clearly—he had already extended his hand.

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Compared to the dazed look on the other side, Mo Wunian was indeed happy at this moment, but for one more reason.

"Oh! System, you're finally finished repairing!"

"If you had delayed the repair any longer, I would have gone to the front lines."

"Is everything, including the task tracking system, working properly?"

The familiar mechanical voice echoed in his mind once more, and he was incredibly excited. He knew that with the system, he could better ensure someone's safety.

"Everything's been repaired and upgraded! I refuse to believe that hooded guy can still punish me."

"The feature has been unlocked again."

"Furthermore, judging from the host's previous actions, their reputation has increased dramatically."

"I must say, that's brave! You dared to fight Goshu at a time like this."

"Of course! Your host is least afraid of death."

He was a little proud when he said that:

After all, his title of "Great Ming's Endurance King" wasn't given lightly.

Indeed, they always manage to win the revival match.

"But you'd better take it easy this time. After all, you only have one body. If you lose it, we'll have to send you back."

"Don't try to change other people's fates and then run away before you've even raised them to adulthood."

Staring somewhat speechlessly at the blue panel in his mind, he really wanted to say something.

"I'm a responsible man! When have I ever failed to take responsibility to the end!"

"Even on the battlefield this time... he absolutely cannot be harmed!"

Absolutely, absolutely... there's no way there could be even the slightest surprise!