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The sun was hanging high in the sky. Even with the sea breeze, people outside would be sweating profusely. However, there was still a group of people running back and forth on the beach desperately.
"Hurry, hurry! Don't stop! Run! The losers will have to sweep the toilet!"
After the coach shouted like this, the group of soldiers ran even faster.
If it was just running, it might not be so tiring, but the series of arrangements really makes people want to bite.
After running three to five hundred steps, you have to climb over several 10-foot-high sidewalls in succession, then rush forward on a half-foot-wide wooden board, then climb up a two-10-foot-high platform along the fishing net, and slide down in one breath holding the rope.
This is really a dangerous thing. If you are not careful, you will fall into the sand.
Fortunately, the nearby beaches were all loose, so no one would die if they fell down. Otherwise, who knows how many people would have been injured.
Despite such a strenuous training method, no one complained, because these talents were the real "elite", good men picked from thousands of miles away who could capture cities and break through enemy lines.
The gang leader had trained such a team in the Lin family before. They were his trusted personal soldiers wherever he went, which was really enviable.
Who would miss such a good opportunity to train new recruits these days? Even though Chief Yan had gone crazy recently, the already deadly training could be even more brutal. It was really painful.
However, when these guys were running around like chased dogs, angry but not daring to say anything, the culprit stood by with a serious expression, frowning and thinking about something.
That was the orphan of a military commander whom he'd risked his life to protect, a leader for whom he was completely devoted and willing to die. Regardless of his status, he shouldn't have been tempted to indulge in such fantasies, so why had he suddenly thought of all these random things? True, she was a grown woman, and marriageable, but if she was to marry, she should have obeyed the military commander's will and married General Xu. How could she possibly be stealing from the company?!
Yan Yuan was filled with regret and self-blame, feeling uncomfortable all over.
However, the more I thought about it, the more I couldn't get rid of those curved smiling eyes.
The way they were used to getting along with each other now became awkward, leaving him with an lingering sense of embarrassment.
Of course, there is no problem in talking about business, but we can’t avoid each other on a daily basis, right?
There was a rumble of thunder in the sky, and a large rain cloud drifted over. Passing clouds and rain were also a common phenomenon at sea. The coach hurried over and asked, "Boss, do you want to take shelter from the rain first?"
There are orders and regulations in the army. No one dared to disperse and hide from the rain until he said stop.
Having his train of thought interrupted, Yan Yuan's expression turned even uglier. He said coldly, "It's not hail. Keep practicing."
The coach was stunned and didn't dare to refute. He quickly ran back. Immediately, a neat wailing sound came from the opposite side, which was then drowned out by the scolding and turned into a miserable cry.
The rain poured down in sheets, continuously and mixed with the waves.
Yan Yuan didn't hide from the rain. He just stood there straight, with his hands behind his back, and started to worry again with a serious look on his face.
Sitting in the house, Cheng Xi looked out the window and saw it was raining again.
There is a lot of rain on the island in summer, but fortunately it is not the rainy season yet, so it will not rain continuously.
She didn't dislike this kind of weather. She could sit on the beach for half a day with an umbrella and a drink. It was a pity that there were no longer groups of tourists wearing bright swimsuits and laughing and playing.
Putting down the pen in his hand, Cheng Xi stretched, and without calling anyone, he poured himself a cup of cold tea and sat by the window to watch the rain.
All my things have been arranged recently, so it would be a good thing to have a half day of leisure. It’s a pity that I can’t go shopping, hang out in bars, or watch movies in this era. Most of my usual ways of entertainment have been lost, which is a pity.
Oh, and the island has started arranging storytellers. Why don’t we ask them to find some legendary stories to tell? Maybe that can help pass the time...
As I was wandering aimlessly, I suddenly heard hurried footsteps outside. Without knocking on the door, I saw a figure rushing in.
"Boss!" After calling out those two words, Lin Mo stopped talking, as if the words were stuck in his throat, leaving only a look of grievance on his face.
Cheng Xi stood up and said, "What's going on? Sit down first and talk slowly."
Lin Mo didn't sit down. He took a deep breath before saying, "My mother wants me to get married. I heard that my eldest brother has already chosen someone and all he needs to do is find a matchmaker... Boss, I, I don't want to get married yet!"
She had felt a little uncomfortable when she heard He Ling say that she didn't want to get married, but when it happened to her, she realized how painful it was.
How long had she been learning martial arts? She hadn't even fought in a battle, hadn't fulfilled her dreams, so why was she getting married? If she got married and had children, would she still be able to wield swords and spears like she did now, and stay by the leader's side?
But it was her mother who asked her to get married. How could she disobey her parents' orders?
Looking at the aggrieved and tangled little girl, Cheng Xi frowned: "I'm afraid this matter is still your brother's idea. Wait, I will ask him to come and ask."
Lin Meng is not a bad person, but he is too strict with his sister and is a typical male chauvinist. She has seen many people like him.
However, the problem is that in ancient times, unlike modern times, people didn't even need to talk to force a marriage. They could just find a matchmaker to arrange the marriage. If such a situation was not handled properly, it would really cause trouble.
But before she could go find someone, she heard a report from outside saying that Lin Meng and his mother wanted to see her together.
This kid is well prepared. Cheng Xi sneered: "Please let them in."
Soon, Lin Meng was seen supporting his mother and walking in. Mother Lin's eyes were red, and she choked up when she saw Lin Mo and said, "You unfilial girl, you dare to run around! How dare you disturb the gang leader for such a small matter..."
She must be really angry and really sad, but this preemptive posture is really a headache. Cheng Xi hurriedly asked her to sit down and asked, "Auntie, what is going on?"
Mother Lin sobbed, "I'm already old, and all I care about are my two children. A few days ago, Mengzi said he wanted to get married, and asked me to find a partner for Daya. I thought it was the same reason. Daya is almost 15 years old, and if she's still single, wouldn't she be a laughing stock? Who would have thought that when I told her about it today, she actually refused and ran away..."
As she spoke, Lin's mother couldn't help but raised her sleeve to wipe away her tears: "I am relieved that Daya is following the gang leader, but her marriage can't be delayed. How can she be so ignorant!"
Seeing his mother crying, Lin Mo clenched his fists and pursed his lips, but he couldn't say a word.
This was a real family matter, and it also involved the most difficult issues of ethics and customs. Cheng Xi was silent for a moment, and suddenly asked, "Aunt, why does she insist on getting married now? The Lin family has no worries about food and drink now, and Ah Mo is able to stay with me and learn some skills. These are all good things. Why are you so anxious all of a sudden?"
Mother Lin was startled and whispered, "When I was her age, I had already given birth to Mengzi. How could I not be anxious? Besides, if she were to become an old maid, people would gossip about her..."
Cheng Xi smiled when she heard this: "How many years older am I than A'mo? Will Aunt also say something about me?"
Mother Lin knew that Cheng Xi was a woman. When she heard this, she quickly stood up and said repeatedly, "How dare I say that..."
Cheng Xi helped her sit down again and sighed softly: "It is precisely because I am a woman that I know the difficulties women face. In fact, if you marry before you are fully grown, it will most likely hinder childbirth. Just like you, aunt, you think it is difficult to have a first child, but is it difficult to have a second child?"
Mother Lin was stunned. She'd really struggled more giving birth to Lin Meng. She'd originally thought it was just the boy's age that was causing the trouble. Besides, she was quite experienced. Child brides who gave birth too early rarely had natural births. Perhaps there was some truth to this...
Seeing her hesitation, Cheng Xi immediately said, "Giving birth to a child is like going to hell. Since the family doesn't need anything now, you shouldn't let Ah Mo get married off so early. Besides, a woman should choose a good man before marrying off. Mengzi is the big boss of the gang now, so many people have to be careful to curry favor with him. Someone who looks good now may not necessarily be good to Ah Mo. It's better to find her someone she likes."
These words made Lin's mother even more shaken. If it was just about having a child, she would still be skeptical, but when it came to marrying into a good family, as a mother she couldn't help but pay attention.
Yes, my son is much more capable than my husband now, and he has the conditions to choose a better one for Daya. No matter how capable my son is, he is too young. What if he chooses the wrong person?
Lin Meng hadn't expected that Cheng Xi's words alone would be enough to sway his mother. He quickly said, "Boss, this was my idea. He's a member of our gang, honest and hardworking, and a family man. He definitely has no intention of harming Ah Mo."
Cheng Xi looked at him intently: "Then what kind of person do you think I should marry?"
Lin Meng choked and whispered, "Boss, Ah Mo is different from you."
How could he dare to interfere with the gang leader's marriage, but at the same time, he was also really afraid that Lin Mo was too wild and wanted to imitate the gang leader in every way.
How could an ordinary person learn this? It would be better for him to wake up early and find a reliable husband so that he can marry his sister off with peace of mind.
Cheng Xi shook her head. "Women are all the same. Who can be so careless about their lifelong affairs? Ah Meng, you want to be good to her, but how much talent and ability do you have? Do you think you know more than me, can you judge more accurately, and will it be good for Ah Mo?"
Lin Meng was speechless again. He certainly knew his own limitations, and that was why he obeyed the leader's orders.
But now that A'mo has become like this, he really feels that something is wrong.
Looking at the equally bewildered mother and son, Cheng Xi sighed, "Since Mengzi wants to get married, why not arrange his marriage first? Ah Mo is still growing, so it's best to wait two years before getting married. Aunt, what do you think?"
Mother Lin opened her mouth, wanting to say something, but finally nodded slightly.
She was an unsophisticated woman, but she understood that to have built such a large gang, the leader must be no ordinary figure. Since she thought waiting two years would be better, it didn't seem impossible, did it?
Lin Meng had really prepared a lot of words, but he didn't expect Cheng Xi to convince his mother with just a few words. If he wanted to refute at this moment, it would not only be a violation of the gang leader's orders, but also be considered unfilial.
He couldn't help but purse his lips, and finally followed his mother in bowing and leaving.
It wasn't until this moment that Lin Mo finally breathed a sigh of relief. She had never expected that her mother, who refused to listen to anything she said, would be so easily persuaded by the gang leader. Thanks to the gang leader...
Looking up, Lin Mo's eyes showed gratitude, but Cheng Xi suddenly said: "Amo, do you want to get married?"
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