This is mainly due to the disparity in strength between the two sides.

Now I'm able to join Lin Beichen's team.

It was a completely new experience for him as well.

In Lin Beichen's team, he didn't need to think too much.

All you need to do is follow Lin Beichen's orders.

In the past, he might not have believed that Lin Beichen had such strength.

But after spending time together, he knew that Lin Beichen was a reliable person.

Not only is he exceptionally intelligent.

Their strength is also quite formidable.

They also possess the ability to predict good or bad fortune.

It has reached a profound and mysterious realm.

He's a true genius; he's never seen anyone like him before.

At such a young age, his knowledge and skills were already beyond the reach of most. Compared to Lin Beichen, Zhou Tianliang felt inferior. That was precisely why he was willing to join Lin Beichen's team; otherwise, Zhou Tianliang was not one to give in so easily.

"Okay, keep up the good work."

"If you want to go back, do it soon; I estimate the mission won't be out for long."

After a moment's thought, Lin Beichen still said the same thing to Zhou Tianliang.

He was unaware of Zhou Tianliang's family situation.

Thinking that Zhou Tianliang might need to go back and explain some things.

His team doesn't have many rules and regulations.

Moreover, since it is not currently a mission period, he naturally has no right to restrain Zhou Tianliang.

"What could possibly happen? No need, no need, I'll stay here."

"Aren't we still lacking in chemistry? I'll stay here and work on our understanding more."

Zhou Tianliang saw things very clearly.

He didn't feel too attached to his home.

"Are you sure? You need to understand, even I'm not entirely confident about this mission. If you really die in a foreign land, it's best to make a will beforehand." Lin Beichen's words sent a chill down Zhou Tianliang's spine.

He knew the mission was not simple.

But no one expected Lin Beichen to say such a thing.

"Is it really that dangerous? Brother Lin Beichen, you're not kidding me, are you?"

"Hehe, believe it or not."

Seeing Lin Beichen's attitude, Zhou Tianliang dared not say anything more.

He decided to rush back as soon as possible to finish up the trivial matters and rejoin his team immediately.

"I'll definitely be back in two days at most."

"You have to wait for me! Don't leave me behind."

Lin Beichen and the others watched Zhou Tianliang leave.

"Don't worry, I'll be waiting for you."

Yu Feng said confidently.

After the new member joined the team, Yu Feng consciously took on the responsibility of being the eldest brother.

When Norasuke first joined the team, he had the same attitude.

Unfortunately, Norōsuke wasn't buying it at all.

To become his elder brother, you have to have real skills.

"Do you think he can still rejoin the team? I know a little about his family background. I'm afraid his family won't agree to him going to the Empire to take risks, after all, it's really dangerous there." Yu Feng had some understanding of Zhou Tianliang's situation.

Zhou Tianliang's return to his hometown this time will likely mean he will stay there.

"Are you just going to let him leave like this? He was a very capable assistant; having him would have made things much easier for us."

Yu Feng sighed helplessly.

"It doesn't matter whether he's here or not."

"To avoid his family interfering with our operations. We are not here for sightseeing; if something really happens, they cannot admit that they were sent by China."

Lin Beichen had a clear train of thought.

That's why he insisted that Zhou Tianliang go back to handle his family affairs.

"You Chinese have so many rules, even this kind of thing is so complicated. Since he made up his mind, isn't that enough? Why do his family need to interfere? You're meddling too much," Norasuke couldn't help but complain.

He couldn't understand these kinds of Chinese customs.

However, his words are not without merit.

That's indeed a bit too much interference. Life belongs to oneself, and one should be able to choose one's own path.

Elders can offer suggestions.

However, the final decision-making power should not be interfered with too much.

"You think you know everything? Stop talking nonsense."

Yu Feng and No Ryosuke bicker daily.

Their relationship has actually improved a lot.

"I remember you're also from a prominent family, so why don't you need to go back and explain?" Norasuke looked at Yu Feng with a probing gaze, then suddenly realized, "Could it be that you were abandoned by your family? But for someone like you, being abandoned is normal."

Faced with this personal attack,

Yu Feng finally lost his temper.

"If you dare say another word, believe me, I'll slap you."

The two were on the verge of fighting, their swords drawn.

Lin Beichen had no choice but to step in and mediate, his face full of helplessness.

"You two should just get together. You're always like enemies, it never ends."

"hehe."

A suppressed laugh came from the side.

Zhang San smiled awkwardly; he hadn't intended to do this.

But I couldn't help it; looking at Yu Feng and Noryusuke's expressions, I couldn't help but laugh.

……

at the same time.

Zhou Tianliang returned to his family with a mix of trepidation and excitement.

He did not explicitly state that he was to be on a dangerous mission, because he knew very well that...
Even if you don't say anything, your family will most likely know anyway, so why bother?

They had planned to leave quietly after their reunion, a tacit understanding between them. But this unspoken agreement was ultimately broken—by Zhou Tianliang's biological mother.

The child travels thousands of miles and the mother is worried.

Knowing that his beloved son was about to embark on a dangerous journey,

She simply couldn't ignore it and tried her best to dissuade them.

He tried to persuade his son to give up the mission.

The other family members did not object; on the contrary, they tacitly approved of her actions.

"Take your mother's advice and don't go this time."

"It's too dangerous. Mom doesn't want to bury her child. I've always indulged you since you were little."

At this point, she choked up and could not speak.

The child is sensible from a young age and does not need any discipline.

They had always been the pride of their family, but now they had no choice but to do this. They had always taught Zhou Tianliang to be responsible, but now they were filled with regret.

Sometimes they wish Zhou Tianliang could be a little more selfish.
Think more about yourself and your future.

“You don’t even have any children. Our lineage is the only one that goes through generations. If you die far from home, how will your parents live? Listen to your mother, one more or one less makes no difference. Don’t go this time. You’ve already carried out too many dangerous missions.”

"If you refuse, no one will force you."

No one spoke at the family dinner.

Everyone else remained silent.

Silence means acquiescence, which means support.

Zhou Tianliang watched in silence for a long time. He understood that his mother's words made sense.

"Didn't you teach me from childhood to be loyal to my country?"

"Never back down in the face of adversity. A true man stands tall and upright, knowing what to do and what not to do. With great power comes great responsibility. How could I possibly desert my post when needed?"

"Father, Mother, there's no need to persuade me anymore."

"I assure you, I will return safely."

Zhou Tianliang was resolute.

The performance is remarkable.

The old man smiled with satisfaction upon witnessing this scene.

He was both unwilling to see his grandson in danger and proud of it.

Zhou Tianliang's behavior proves that their education has not failed.

“Child, you are good, you are the pride of the family. But I would rather you were more selfish.”

"Make sure you come back alive."

He knew the mission was dangerous.

But I am still fairly confident that I will return safely.

Hearing the old man's words, Zhou Tianliang was both amused and exasperated.

Is this a blessing or a curse? Can't they say something auspicious?

"I am confident that I will come back alive."

"If it were the same team, I might not be so confident." After a moment's thought, he explained the situation in general.

I gave a brief introduction to the current team members.

With such a stellar lineup, how could they possibly fail? As long as there are no major mishaps, they're basically safe.

Putting aside Noraku's identity,
Lin Beichen and Zhang San alone are quite significant.

As for Yu Feng, he, like him, comes from a prominent family.

Upon hearing that Yu Feng was traveling with them, Zhou Tianliang's family felt somewhat relieved.

Yu Feng's status is comparable to their son's. Since the Yu family can rest assured, why should they worry excessively? If outsiders find out, wouldn't they become a laughing stock?

"Okay, Grandpa believes you."

"You will surely return safely."

After the old man spoke,

He then urged everyone to continue their meal and stop discussing the matter.

Faced with his family's explanation, Zhou Tianliang was both amused and exasperated.

He even wanted to warn: You can't say things like that! Good things might not come true, but bad things will.

"Let's not talk about these things anymore, it's bad luck to talk about them. Let's talk about something happy."

"Indeed, indeed, let's not talk about this anymore."

"How about we talk about Tianliang's marriage? I know a family with a very nice girl, about the same age as Tianliang. How about we arrange for them to meet sometime?"

"Settle the marriage as soon as possible."

The topic veered further and further off track.

Zhou Tianliang could barely keep his composure.

I never expected things to develop this way.

What started as preventing him from traveling has now turned into a matchmaking event.

He hesitated, then ultimately chose to remain silent.

Knowing that further discussion would be pointless, it was better to pretend not to hear.

Throughout the meal, Zhou Tianliang felt extremely uncomfortable. He would much rather be out on missions than listen to his elders' nagging. Although he knew his family meant well, he really didn't want to hear it; his marriage was something he should decide for himself.

The traditional practice of arranged marriages by parents and matchmakers is outdated.

Nowadays, freedom of marriage is valued.

Everyone should be free to choose their own partner.

Blind dates are a last resort.

Since ancient times, loyalty to the country and filial piety have been difficult to reconcile, and he understood the reason for his family's anxiety.

It was simply because they feared something might happen to him, and that his bloodline would not be able to continue.

The family line is a single-lineage line. If it were to end here, wouldn't the parents have to have another son? That would really cause them a lot of trouble.

"You can't take this lightly; we're serious. That girl is good-looking and has a good character. Get to know her well after your mission is over." The elders weren't exactly inflexible.

They weren't in a hurry.

Furthermore, the fate of his beloved grandson on this trip is uncertain.

If something unexpected happens during the engagement, wouldn't that delay the girl's life?

"Okay, I understand. I'll definitely follow your instructions after the mission is over."

In front of his mother, Zhou Tianliang always seemed like a child who never grew up.

He also enjoys showing his childlike side in front of his mother.

He didn't see anything wrong with it; on the contrary, he cherished this warmth.

You don't get this kind of experience when you're on a mission abroad.

Of course, he also did not want to indulge in a life of pleasure.

If he continued like this all the time, he felt that his sharpness would become dull.

If even basic vigilance is lost, then real trouble will occur when carrying out a mission. Therefore, he decided to set off tomorrow morning and meet with a friend tonight first.

Seeing Zhou Tianliang about to leave in a hurry,

The mother was extremely reluctant to part with him.

He tried to persuade her to stay.

"So eager to leave? Can't you stay a couple more days? There's no need for that right now..."

She seemed to know quite a bit about the situation.

"There's no rush, but I need to work out with my new teammates and build chemistry. That way, I can ensure everything goes perfectly in actual combat. I'll come back to see you during the Chinese New Year."

"This mission may take a long time."

"Don't worry, Mom, what kind of look is that? I will definitely come back safely."

He was almost speechless.

But she also understood that her mother was worried about her.

"Come on, let's take a picture before we leave."

"..."

Is it really necessary to make such a big deal out of this?
Is this a pre-funeral photo shoot?

"Smile, smile! Don't keep a straight face. You look better when you smile."

The two were thinking on completely different wavelengths.

Zhou Tianliang mistakenly believed that his mother was preparing a portrait for his funeral.

They took this photo specifically to remember him, worried that he wouldn't even have a decent photo if something happened to him.

This is not the case.

He had no idea of ​​his mother's good intentions.

This mother is worrying about her son's marriage.

She was taking photos for her son's blind date, or rather, using them to find him a partner. Anyway, her son was good enough, and with his handsome photos, finding a good wife wouldn't be difficult. She was quite confident in her judgment and believed her beloved son wouldn't be dissatisfied.

Of course, the couple's relationship still needs to be nurtured gradually.

She can only act as a matchmaker; whether they can ultimately get married depends on fate.

"Then I'll leave first."

"No need to see me off anymore, I'm not coming back to stay tonight."

Zhou Tianliang said helplessly.

He kept offering to send it, which made him feel quite embarrassed.

I'm not a three-year-old child, there's really no need for that.

If my former comrades saw this, wouldn't they laugh their heads off?

Fortunately, no one noticed, and his image was thus preserved.

……

That night.

He invited a few friends to get together.

There was no mention whatsoever of the special mission that was about to be carried out.

There are some things that cannot be revealed casually; this was just a regular get-together.

True brotherhood resides in the heart; after a simple meal, everyone went their separate ways.

Everyone has their own things to do, and that's how we usually get along.

If you encounter difficulties and need help, just ask.

"I wonder if that kid will return safely. If he doesn't, I'll be very disappointed. I still want to be his older brother. With me here, I guarantee he'll be safe and sound," Yu Feng said confidently.

"You're really good at bragging."

"Someone like you thinks he can be someone's big brother? I don't think you're as reliable as him."

Norasuke poured cold water on the idea without any mercy.

Faced with Norasuke's mockery, Yu Feng gritted his teeth and said dismissively:
"Hehe, you haven't witnessed my peak strength. You should know that synergy is key; teamwork doesn't depend on individual combat power. When Brother Lin Beichen and I team up, our combat power is beyond your imagination! It's not as simple as one plus one equals two," Yu Feng retorted stubbornly.

To be fair, he was indeed the weakest member of the team.

Yu Feng refused to admit it, believing that as long as he didn't give up, he was qualified to be the leader. However, his words also made sense; his cooperation with Lin Beichen was indeed the most seamless.

With Yu Feng by his side, Lin Beichen was spared a lot of trouble.

The next morning.

Zhou Tianliang returned to his residence.

"Dong dong dong."

There was a knock on the door.

Accompanied by Zhou Tianliang's greeting:

"Brothers, I'm back."

This time he did not address him as "comrade".

His previous experiences taught him a valuable lesson.

"What's going on? What time is it? I'm really impressed with you, you're here at five o'clock." Yu Feng was still asleep when the knocking and shouting outside the door instantly woke him up.

He muttered something under his breath, clearly dissatisfied.

But he still got up and opened the door.

Just as the door opened.

The fresh morning air instantly woke him up.

Upon seeing that the visitor was Zhou Tianliang, he immediately put on a smiling face.

"I didn't expect you to actually show up. With your big brother protecting you, you'll be safe and sound. Come, come, please come in." Yu Feng was extremely enthusiastic, as if the two had known each other for a long time. (End of Chapter)

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