Mingchao: The Survival Journey of a Comedian

Chapter 47 You Will Do It

All eyes were on him, but Mo Wunian didn't care. He quickly patted his chest, relieved that he had finally arrived.

Turning back, she cast a grateful glance at Nan Chui, who had brought her there, before quickly composing herself and walking straight towards Ji Yan. Ignoring the stares of those around her, she knelt down beside Ji Yan and gently patted his head.

"...Are you about to cry?"

"rest assured"

"No one else is willing to vouch for you, but I'm here for you."

Looking down at Ji Yan, who was clutching his clothes tightly and whose eyes were slightly red, he felt his heart tremble—and his heart softened instantly.

Unable to resist, she gently pinched the other person's cheek, blinked, and silently conveyed reassurance and support, indicating that he didn't need to worry.

"give it to me"

Immediately, he stood up decisively, firmly blocking the other person's path. His eyes instantly turned serious, scanning the surroundings with the sharpness of an eagle.

"...You mean you're short one guarantor, right?"

Do you think I'm qualified?

Those present finally realized what was happening, and looking at the boy who was at most 16 years old, they all showed complicated expressions.

But after taking a closer look at the people in front of them, the group all showed expressions of shock—

"Mo Wunian? Is that you?"

"You've already been discharged from the hospital?"

The person at the front stared at him in disbelief, repeatedly taking off his glasses and wiping them several times until he was sure it was him before shakily putting them back on.

"...That's impossible."

"Such severe injuries would not survive for an ordinary person... let alone be able to move around within a month..."

He completely misunderstands the benefits of cultivating immortality. Don't underestimate him just because he's not a Resonator; his strength is no weaker than that of a Resonator!

"It's me"

"Genuine or genuine"

After a simple verification of my identity, the moment the confirmation message rang out, the entire room erupted in an uproar.

"It's really true... such a serious injury..."

"He was discharged from the hospital in such a short time..."

"He single-handedly held the line at the crucial moment...and his qualifications seem quite good in all aspects..."

"Was he really doing this voluntarily...?"

The arguing around them resumed, and Ji Yan quietly peeked out from behind the other person, his eyes flashing with innocence and confusion. When his gaze met the boy's again, a subtle change seemed to occur in the air.

"If all else fails, I'll try again in four years..."

"It was I who broke the rules... We shouldn't have argued because of me..."

"Are you just going to give up like this?"

"You've finally passed so many tests... and now someone is willing to vouch for you..."

"Sure?"

He tilted his head slightly, gazing silently into those golden eyes. He had heard the arguing from afar, realizing the other party had clearly passed the test.

Right now, that person is just one step away from achieving their goal.

And he was willing to take that step for that person.

Ji Yan froze, her hand, already trembling as she clutched his clothes, now gripped even tighter. She turned her head away, unable to look at him any longer.

"..."

She is indeed a very sensible child, perhaps a little too sensible.

This is what a real child is like—a vulnerable feeling they can't hide, a desire to reassure adults.

It's easier to arouse his protective instincts.

Answer me, Ji Yan.

"You just need to provide the answer, and I'll take care of the rest."

"Believe me"

He grasped that hand in return; compared to his sixteen-year-old palm, this hand seemed much smaller, perfectly covered by his own.

Perhaps due to nervousness, the other person's palm was surprisingly hot, even making him feel a slight burning sensation.

"I……"

"Speak up boldly, and don't pay attention to the arguments over there."

"With me"

He will stand firmly by this person's side, guiding them onto the right path as a mentor...

And now is the time when the other party needs him, so how could he possibly back down?

And he was confident in his abilities; although he might not be very good at psychological manipulation or anything like that—protecting that person was definitely not a problem.

He got really angry and immediately activated his red talent to fight that person.

Anyway, I'm just a worthless life, so I might as well go back after I die!

Compared to Mo Wunian's unwavering protectiveness, Ji Yan felt a growing sense of guilt and panic, a suffocating feeling spreading through him, and a complex, indescribable emotion swirling within him...

The moment the boy pushed open the door against the light kept replaying in my mind: that scene seemed frozen in time, repeatedly surfacing.

He glanced back once... and thus, half a lifetime was left in a fleeting moment.

"……I think"

He didn't want to stay on the front lines, didn't want to heal those people time and time again, only to send them away again and again.

As a doctor, when he discovered that even the most exquisite medical skills could not save this world filled with cries of despair... his mindset changed.

He wanted to become a member of the night-returning army.

He used his own flesh and blood to protect those he wanted to protect.

He kept his eyes tightly shut, unable to look directly at the person protecting him behind him. As the other person's figure blocked more of the light, he felt the shadow enveloping him grow ever heavier, as if it would completely swallow him up.

But in the end, all he felt was a burst of light before his eyes, and someone gently patted his head.

"That's right, just say what you want."

"If you don't regret it, and I'm going to teach you... I'd be happy to pass on everything I have to you."

After confirming the other person's feelings, and seeing that the arguing had subsided, he blinked and stepped over.

"Is there a problem? I've met all the requirements."

"If there are any additional arrangements, I'm open to them."

After a heated discussion, the other side stopped, looking at the 16-year-old boy with complicated emotions, and prompted him to speak.

"...Are you sure you want to become his manager?"

"You've only just reached the legal age this year, not to mention you recently survived such a devastating battle."

"Furthermore, the terms of the agreement impose significant restrictions on those in charge like you."

"You have a brighter future ahead of you; tying yourself to that person will only hold you back."

The other person pointed to the agreement on the table, earnestly urging the person before them to seriously consider it—after all, although the person wasn't a Resonator, their performance in the military camp was second to none.

But judging from that person's reaction, they didn't listen at all.

The man smiled slightly, waved dismissively, and walked past him. He then went straight to the table where the agreement was placed and quickly picked it up.

"There's no need to say that; I volunteered to be his person in charge."

"And I believe my child will have a brighter future than I have."

"Being able to educate and guide his growth won't hold me back; on the contrary, I can learn a lot from it."

Others: ...

So you're already protecting your own? Dude, you're seriously obsessed with your disciple!

And how long have you two known each other? Less than three months?! Do you trust each other that much?

After reading the treaty in his hand and confirming that it did not disadvantage Ji Yan in any way, he quickly signed his name.

Having done all this, he turned and, holding the treaty, slowly walked to Ji Yan. He knelt down and offered the document and pen to him.

"I've already signed it."

"Take a look at the agreement yourself. Are there any clauses that are unfavorable to you? If so, I'll try to persuade them again."

"...Avoid flames?"

The other party only glanced at a few pages of the agreement, barely even looking at it closely, before his eyes instantly welled up with tears. He trembled as he raised his face, his golden pupils filled with heartache and confusion, as if silently asking why he was being treated this way.

As it turns out, Huo Huo still can't hide his intentions—the very first clause of the agreement he opened contained a significant blockade against that person.

[Article 1 of the Agreement: Once you sign this agreement, it proves that you have become the legal person in charge of the other party and will forcibly guarantee their safety until they reach the official age for enlistment.]

[Any violation will be dealt with according to military orders]

Scrolling down, more and more of the treaties seem to tightly lock that person's future onto themselves.

Signing this treaty means that person has completely lost the opportunity for free development...

Before he reaches the official age for enlistment—that person can only be associated with himself.

"You shouldn't have signed this treaty..."

"This shouldn't be happening..."

"You shouldn't have tied your future to me..."

Upon hearing the last sentence, he instantly understood its meaning. His gaze towards Ji Yan softened with tenderness, and he felt as if something had gripped his heart.

He's determined to protect this child!

"I thought it was something serious, but it's just a small matter."

"It's just a slight constraint on me, nothing serious."

"There's no need to put such a burden on me. Besides, you're an exceptionally bright child; who knows, I might need you to teach me in the future."

"...If you're sure there's nothing else, then sign it."

I will take responsibility for you.

Guided the person step by step, watching as their emotions gradually calmed down and their sobs slowly stopped.

Finally, watching the man make up his mind, he picked up the pen and carefully signed his name on the document, each word deliberate and solemn, as if making a vow, writing his name next to the man's.

The light and unrestrained font contrasts sharply with the square and rigorous characters.

He took the agreement from the other party, turned around and placed it on the table, then looked up at the crowd around him, who had calmed down.

"I've signed everything that needed to be signed, and I've sworn I will fulfill my responsibilities to this child."

"Is there any reason left now?"

"If not, I'll take him back and get ready first?"

No one spoke up; no one expected things to take such a turn.

I never imagined that someone would actually be willing to stand up and vouch for a 10-year-old child—even though that person was only a 16-year-old boy.

He glanced around briefly, and after confirming no one objected, nodded in satisfaction. Then, he turned and gently took Ji Yan's hand, preparing to lead him away.

"Wait a moment!"

Unexpectedly, someone was trying to stop him. Turning his head, he recognized the person as the one who had advised Ji Yan to wait four years before going. He was somewhat puzzled, but still patiently spoke.

"Is there anything else, sir?"

"……there is none left"

I don't quite understand, but he respects everyone.

After confirming once again that the other person had no intention of speaking, she led them out the door and considerately closed it.

The person was left staring in the direction the two had left, a complicated expression on their face, unsure of what to say.

"...that child's personality has really changed."

A large part of the reason he stopped the other person was that the person's personality made it difficult for them to keep their promises.

The repeated probing was also for this reason.

But in the end, he was still won over by that resolute gaze, sparkling with new life.

They also chose to believe.

"...I don't even know if this decision was right or wrong."

"Let's entrust them to these newborn children..."

The scene eventually returned to silence, and no one said anything more.

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The two men, who had already been gone for a while, naturally went to report.

Although the people registering the children were shocked and bewildered when they saw that there were actually 10-year-old children enlisting in the army.

But in the end, they were all silenced by his agreement and the sound of his identity verification being approved.

In the end, all he could do was give them a complicated look before approving Ji Yan's identity verification.

“?~?~”

Humming a little tune, she occasionally glanced at Ji Yan, who remained silent. Ji Yan was clutching his Night Return Army uniform tightly, a hint of melancholy in his eyes. Seeing this, she gently patted his head, trying to ease his somber mood.

"What's wrong? Is it because the youngest person to wear the Night Returns uniform is 14 years old?"

"If it's too big, I can modify it. Actually, I know a little bit of handicrafts."

Now that you mention it, he's reminded of some things that happened when he had the immersive experience with "The Mentor's Manual".

I learned all sorts of things back then, and naturally, I was taught simple handicrafts like this as well.

"No need, no need, I can do a little too."

"...But this time it's really troublesome, I'm so sorry to trouble you."

"sorry"

This man, so full of brokenness, is so endearing even at such a young age.

"Stop apologizing so easily."

"I have stated many times that I am doing this voluntarily."

"Someone like you will only achieve more than I will in the future."

"You will keep moving forward, you will save more people, you will meet more people... and you will have a brand new future."

"Of course, before all that happens, I will do everything I can to guide you in this direction."

"after all……"

Before he finished speaking, he slowly turned his head, his gaze gently falling on the child beside him. After blinking softly, he spoke gently.

"You are now my student."

"So, does that mean you should call me 'teacher'?"

He spoke with a hint of jest, not expecting the other person to actually call him "teacher." So when that remark struck him, he almost lost control of his expression.

"Yes, teacher."

"..."

He stopped in his tracks, and the person beside him also stopped—taking a deep breath, he felt a mix of emotions, a sense of struggle welling up inside him.

"You actually called me teacher now..."

"Sigh...did I call you the wrong way...?"

Seeing that the child was about to apologize again, he quickly stopped him before he could speak, squatted down, and shook his head.

"Nah"

"It's just that this is my first time being someone's teacher... I wasn't quite ready."

"Knowing that a sensible child like you has accepted me, I, as your teacher, definitely need to work harder!"

Looking at the other person, he suddenly remembered something and quickly pulled out a medicine gourd from behind him and handed it to the other person.

"And this is what your mother told me to give you."

"She hopes that you will grow into a soldier who protects our country while never forgetting the heart of a doctor."

"...Your mother loves you very much."

"So, when you encounter danger, you must protect yourself. If you encounter any problems you can't solve, come to me."

Don't leave your mother crying alone in the back.

Ji Yan stared at the medicine gourd in his hand, then slowly raised his eyelids and looked at the man squatting in front of him.

It was sunset, and the golden rays of the setting sun fell on the person's shoulders, forming a warm and hazy halo.

Although the light was too bright for him to see every detail of the man's face, he could feel the corners of the man's mouth slightly upturned as he gazed at him...

Looking at oneself

"I will"

Yes, you will.