Ling Cage: Twelve Talismans? I have everything I need.

Chapter 91 I know a little bit of everything

The daytime hustle and bustle of the training ground had subsided. The aspiring practitioners had finished their lessons for the day.

They left in twos and threes, making the huge venue seem much emptier.

Only one small figure remained in the arena, repeating the basic movements of thrusting, sheathing the spear, and shifting footwork over and over again with utmost seriousness.

Ulan Maiduo's face was tense, and sweat slid down her forehead, wetting the stray hairs at her temples.

But her eyes were focused, and every time she drew her gun, she did so with a seriousness beyond her years.

Ulan Aodeng was exchanging pleasantries with Old Sun, who had just arrived. The two patted each other on the shoulder vigorously, their faces beaming with smiles of joy at their long-awaited reunion.

"Old Sun! You old codger, your bones are still intact!" Ulan Aodeng's voice boomed.

"Haha, Ao Deng, you can even teach people how to handle a gun, how could I possibly fall apart!"

Old Sun laughed so hard his beard trembled. His gaze swept across the training field, and he naturally saw the little figure still working hard. A hint of approval flashed in his eyes.

Yang Chen's gaze also fell on Mai Duo.

He walked over quietly, and only spoke when Maido had completed a neat holstering motion.

"Maido".

Maiduo turned her head at the sound and saw Yang Chen. Her tense little face immediately blossomed into a bright smile, and her big eyes sparkled: "Brother Yang!"

"Maiduo is working so hard today too!"

Yang Chen squatted down and reached out to rub Mai Duo's head, which was damp with sweat.

He reached out and used his sleeve to wipe away the glistening beads of sweat from Maido's forehead, his movements meticulous.

"Mmm!" Maido nodded vigorously, her small chest rising and falling slightly, clearly indicating that the practice just now had taken a lot of effort.

She tilted her little face up, asking with a hint of curiosity and anticipation.

"Brother Yang, do you also know how to use the Six Harmonies Spear?"

Yang Chen couldn't help but smile as he looked at her earnest expression.

"Me? I know a little bit of everything."

Maido nodded as if she understood, her big eyes filled with admiration.

Yang Chen glanced around and, seeing no sign of Wulan Haisang, asked, "Where's Haisang? Why haven't I seen him today?"

“My brother went on a field mission with Juexingzhe.”

When Maiduo mentioned fieldwork, envy was written all over her face.

She also wanted to grow up quickly so that she could freely go out and see the world.

"What, Maido wants to go out and have a look?"

Children always wear their emotions on their sleeves, and Yang Chen could tell at a glance.

Maido nodded. She had never been outside before, so naturally she longed for the outside world.

Yang Chen picked up Mai Duo and said with a smile, "How about Brother Yang takes you out for a walk in a couple of days?"

"Really?"

"Of course it's true." Seeing the little girl's instantly brightened expression, Yang Chen nodded with a smile.

Maiduo was overjoyed. She leaned close to Yang Chen's cheek and quickly gave him a small kiss.

"Hey." A slightly teasing voice came from the side.

Bai Yuekui walked over at some point. She looked at Maiduo, who was being held in Yang Chen's arms, and a very faint smile appeared on her lips.

She looked at Yang Chen and said casually, "Don't go back on your word. If Mai Duo cries, Xiao Deng will have to comfort her."

Yang Chen, holding Mai Duo, glanced helplessly at Bai Yuekui: "When have I ever broken my promise?"

He gently bounced the little girl in his arms. "Right, Maido?"

Maiduo nodded vigorously, her little face full of trust: "Brother Yang is the best!"

Right there in the middle of this interaction, Shan Da, Xu Tong, and a few others had already laboriously moved over several heavy wooden tables and long benches, and began to assemble them in the open space at the edge of the training field.

Hongkou pulled Poxiao along, and the two walked up to Wulan Aodeng, who was talking to Old Sun.

“Instructor Wulan,” Hongkou said with a hint of apology, “I’m sorry, Dawn and I have been having problems these past two days…”

Before she could finish speaking, Ulan Aodeng raised his broad hand to stop her from continuing.

A rare smile of understanding appeared on the face of this stern instructor.

“It’s alright,” Ulan Aodeng’s voice was steady and strong.

"I know about your situation. It's a good thing for family to reunite. What's a couple of days of training delay? Have a good time together, get back into shape, and you can make up for it later."

"Thank you, instructor!" the two replied in unison.

Just then, there was another commotion at the entrance to the training ground.

Xia Hua effortlessly carried a rather heavy square table in one hand and walked over with nimble steps.

She wore a sleeveless vest, and her arms showed off her well-defined, strong biceps, which exuded power.

Xia Dou followed behind her. The little girl was looking down, holding the handheld game console in both hands, her fingers flying across the keys.

Completely immersed in the game world, he didn't even look where he was going and kept muttering to himself.

"Xia Dou!" A gentle yet authoritative voice rang out.

Xia Dou's mother, Leila, walked over quickly, her brows furrowed, and snatched the handheld console directly from Xia Dou's hand.

"No playing while walking! Don't you want to lose your eyes? I've told you so many times, but you never listen!"

"Ah! Mom—!" Xia Dou was instantly pulled back to reality from the game world. Looking at her empty hands, she let out a wail, her little face falling.

"I'm so close to beating the game! I promise I'll only play for a little while!"

"No, let's talk about it after we finish eating." Leila put the handheld console into her bag, her attitude firm.

Xia Dou could only pout and follow behind her mother, looking aggrieved.

As Xu Tong was carrying a stool past Xia Hua, his gaze was involuntarily drawn to Xia Hua's powerful arms.

He quietly approached Shan Da, who was setting out the bowls and chopsticks, nudged Shan Da's round belly with his elbow, and whispered.

"Hey, Fatty," Xu Tong gestured towards Xia Hua with his lip, lowering his voice even further.

"If you really manage to win Xia Hua's heart," he paused deliberately, imagining the scene, "wouldn't you be hung up and beaten by her every day afterward?"

"Get lost, you can't even find someone to beat you up even if you want to."

But Shan Da watched as Xia Hua easily and steadily placed the heavy solid wood square table down.

As if possessed, Shan Da actually moved closer to Xia Hua.

He rubbed his hands together, forcing a nervous smile: "Um... Xia Hua..."

Xia Hua had just set the table and was brushing the dust off her hands when she heard the sound. She turned around and raised her spirited eyebrows.

"Hmm? Shandong University, what's up?"

Her bright eyes held a hint of doubt as she looked at Shan Da's embarrassed expression, as if he wanted to say something but couldn't.

Shan Da lowered his voice and asked, "Just... just asking, Xia Hua, you won't... abuse me in the future, will you?"

Xia Hua was taken aback at first, seemingly not quite understanding.

Then, as if he had heard a joke, his laughter was full of undisguised amusement.

"Domestic violence? I haven't even agreed to it, and you're already thinking about the future?"

She clapped her hands, then put her hands on her hips, leaned forward slightly, and said with a smile.

"That depends on whether you're obedient, sensible, and... whether you can take a beating."

"I...I..." Shandong was so frightened by the close threat that his tongue got tied in knots.

(End of this chapter)