Eating with a crowd makes for a lively atmosphere. Life is as simple as living and surviving.

Everyone comes into this world with a body; everything acquired later on is a bonus. Live a day, earn a day.

Having heard there was champagne, Li Kuo returned quickly, but after eating and drinking his fill, he went back to his room to tinker with the computer. Xiaofan asked him twice what he was doing, but this guy remained mysterious, saying he would reveal it once he had results.

The dinner was very filling. Shen Zuimo felt very satisfied with the meal. But she didn't leave immediately after eating; instead, she sat nearby, listening to these guys drink and brag, occasionally sipping a small mouthful of champagne.

Perhaps this way, she wouldn't feel so lonely.

It wasn't until everything was over that Shen Zuimo got up to leave. However, a certain idiot said he wanted to walk her back.

It's only a ten-minute walk to her place from here, and it's inside the base. He says he wants to walk her back? If that's not idiotic, what is?

"Your fingers shouldn't touch cold water. How about I find some medicine for you to apply tomorrow?"

"No need."

"If not, why don't you stay over? I have an empty bed."

"Scram..."

"If you don't want to sleep in an empty bed, my bed is clean. We could squeeze in."

"..." She really didn't want to pay attention to this guy anymore. The shamelessness had reached such a level. She had never expressed any interest in him, right? Did he really think a few crabs would make her take the bait? Idiot.

Watching Shen Zuimo slowly walk away, Xiaofan's smile gradually faded as well. He slowly returned to the dormitory. Just like he said, live a day, earn a day. Being able to spend more time with her for even a moment was worth it.

Days afterward passed rather routinely. Occasionally, Xiaofan would go to the training hall to guide training for the rookies, teaching them the nuances of close combat. Most of his time was spent in the medical department. Even though there were only two trainees there, Xiaofan taught them with exceptional dedication.

Doctor Song, although older, learned remarkably fast. Of course, this was also because he had done research in this area for years. Lin Qing'Er was also very smart. Each time Xiaofan taught something new, she would return, and after practicing overnight, she performed very well.

Time passed unknowingly for two months.

In these two months, Xiaofan and the others undertook twelve missions, completing each thoroughly. Three of these missions were related to Red Butterfly's stronghold. Whenever a mission involved Red Butterfly, Xiaofan would take Shen Zuimo along, lessening her fear of Red Butterfly.

Han Shengjun's bombs were getting better and better, small yet powerful. They were very convenient for personal combat.

Li Kuo, during these two months, was busy from dawn to dusk. He lost several pounds and remained mysterious.

Li San and the others grew more mature and steady. Xiaofan did not join the latest mission, letting Lei Xiaolei, Li San, Han Shengjun, and Ren Ying handle it together, completing it effortlessly.

Everyone grew into being capable of handling things independently. Through numerous practical confrontations, they gained more control over their skills, and their improvement speed was astounding.

Two months later, today, Xiaofan visited the medical department again.

The nurses and doctors all greeted Xiaofan amicably.

Today marked the start of their latest lesson on applying needles to humans. Three minor surgeries were scheduled, requiring Doctor Song and Lin Qing'Er to stop the excessive flow of plasma at the surgical site.

"I, I did it." Lin Qing'Er was still hesitant and lacked confidence. After all, it was her first time doing this on a real person, unlike the pressure-free practice on mannequins...

"Don't worry, there are no fatal points at the site; even if you make a mistake, it won't be deadly. Relax."

"Ye Xiaofan, can you come over here?"

The word "teacher" still wasn't added formally. After Xiaofan accidentally saw her once two months ago, Lin Qing'Er subtly kept her distance. After all, he was tall—being too close might lead to another accidental glimpse.

Xiaofan understood Lin Qing'Er's intentions too. To avoid interfering with her serious learning, he rarely got close.

Just this once, she wished the instructor could be closer for speedy recovery if any errors occurred.

"Aren't you afraid of being seen?" Xiaofan joked.

"Be seen then. Compared to saving lives, it's trivial." Over the past two months, Lin Qing'Er got used to Xiaofan's personality—you don't have to care much; it grows out, it can't be taken back anyway.

"Hey, you two, I'm in the middle of surgery here. Can you stop flirting..." The warrior lying on the operating table eased Lin Qing'Er's nerves.

She had to take the first step regardless. Lin Qing'Er bit her silver tooth lightly and gently inserted her first needle.

..................

Both performed excellently, with no deviations. An on-site explanation made remembering easier too.

"Xiaofan, Elder Fan has a mission for you. Do you have time?" Just as Xiaofan was about to continue explaining, Lei Xiaolei's voice came through the walkie-talkie.

"What's the mission?" Xiaofan asked calmly.

"Outlaws robbing a bank. There are eighteen hostages. If you're going, depart immediately." Xiaolei continued.

"I'm going, and I'll bring the rookies along for this mission," Xiaofan replied slowly.

"Are you sure? The outlaws have guns. Although they're advancing quickly, the rookies still can't dodge a bullet in the training hall." Xiaolei asked, concerned.

"No worries, ask Elder Fan for his opinion, and let the rookies decide for themselves whether they want to go or not." Xiaofan continued.

"Okay, come over first. Once we decide, we must leave immediately—time is tight, and who knows if those criminals will take the hostages' lives out of frustration." Lei Xiaolei added.

"Right."

Fan Lingtian frowned a bit when hearing Xiaofan wanted to bring the rookies, but he quickly nodded in agreement.

"You two review the procedures first; I have a task to complete. We'll continue tomorrow..."

"Oh."

"Alright."

Given it was the rookies' first outing, Xiaofan personally went while calling Li Kuo to join. After all, he could obtain internal surveillance footage of the bank.

"Xiaofan."

"Hm?"

"I think I found Red Butterfly's headquarters location. Even if it's not exact, it's likely close." As they turned around, Li Kuo sneaked over to Xiaofan, whispering near his ear.

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