Chapter 120: Inflammation can kill people

The current situation was one win and one draw for our side, so the opponents naturally wanted to win one back.

They proposed a combat match, sending only one person to compete.

Yu Jiashun cursed inwardly, “Those bastards, not everyone is suited for combat, and they only send one person?”

The person they sent was the same one who had tried to kiss Yu Xiangnian’s hand yesterday.

Seeing this, Cheng Jingmo volunteered.

Yu Xiangnian shot him an unhappy glance and told Yu Jiashun, “His injury has just healed.”

Yu Jiashun hesitated for a moment.

The opponent appeared to be only in his twenties, while Cheng Jingmo was the most skilled in the military district but had just recovered.

Hao Yi was older and had participated in two previous contests, so his stamina was likely not up to par.

Yu Xiangyang’s temperament wasn’t steady enough; Yu Xiangnian worried that if he fell behind, he might become impatient and disrupt the match.

At this moment, Cheng Jingmo said, “Commander Yu, don’t worry, I’m fully recovered.”

Yu Jiashun decided to let Cheng Jingmo participate. Military honor came first; health was secondary.

He said sternly, “Show them what we’re made of; don’t let them think we’re easy to bully!”

If they wanted to be unreasonable, then they wouldn’t get any leniency!

Cheng Jingmo shared this sentiment, especially towards this person!

He actually tried to take advantage of his wife!

Cheng Jingmo and the opponent walked onto the training field, and after both bowed to each other, the match began.

The opponent threw a punch towards Cheng Jingmo’s face. Cheng Jingmo dodged by tilting his head and countered with a side hook. The opponent stepped back to avoid it.

Simultaneously, the opponent lifted his leg and aimed a kick at Cheng Jingmo’s head. Cheng Jingmo blocked with his hands, and both retreated two steps.

The two fought fiercely, and Yu Xiangnian was on edge, her palms sweating uncontrollably.

A few times, she couldn’t bear to watch and had to close her eyes in anxiety.

After nearly twenty minutes of fighting, both sides were on par, each landing a few blows.

Now it was a test of endurance and willpower.

When the opponent raised his leg to kick again, Cheng Jingmo didn’t block or dodge.

As the opponent’s leg connected with his shoulder, Cheng Jingmo tightly gripped the opponent’s lower leg and forcefully threw him out of the ring. Cheng Jingmo endured the impact.

The outcome was clear.

Cheng Jingmo’s mouth was bleeding, and he walked over with a stoic expression. Yu Xiangnian’s nose stung, and his figure seemed to blur as he approached her.

This was the sense of military honor: bleeding and tears, but never failing in the mission!

She pretended to look away to calm herself.

Yu Jiashun, with a serious expression, asked the opposing general, “Is there anything else to compete in?”

This was a bit provocative!

The opponent awkwardly smiled, checked his wristwatch, and said, “It’s about time.”

Actually, it was nearly lunchtime.

Yu Jiashun didn’t want to guess the opponent’s intentions, “Let’s proceed to the negotiations now.”

At the negotiation table, the opponents had lost their earlier aggressiveness and were much easier to negotiate with than expected.

By the time the negotiation ended, it was well past lunchtime, and the dishes in the cafeteria were already cold.

The cook asked, “Commander Yu, should I reheat the food?”

Yu Jiashun replied, “Soldiers can endure rough conditions, what’s a bit of cold food!”

This was a subtle warning not to take themselves too seriously! Chinese soldiers are not afraid of challenges!

Finally, the group was sent off.

When Yu Xiangnian and Cheng Jingmo returned to the family quarters, others were already preparing dinner.

“You go back first; I’ll get some iodine from the clinic,” Yu Xiangnian said.

Cheng Jingmo had a cut on his lip and scrapes on his knuckles that needed disinfecting and ointment. He would check for other injuries once they got home.

“There’s no need; we have alcohol at home.”

Cheng Jingmo added, “I’m not afraid of pain.”

Was he making fun of her for being squeamish about pain?!

Yu Xiangnian said, “Fine! But don’t whine later!”

When they got home, Yu Xiangnian told Cheng Jingmo to take a shower first, as he was covered in dust from climbing up and down.

Cheng Jingmo said, “The wounds might get infected if they come into contact with water.”

Yu Xiangnian found this amusing and incredulous, “It’s not like you’re having a post-surgery bath. It’s just a minor skin abrasion, what’s there to worry about?”

Cheng Jingmo replied seriously, “Infections can be fatal.”

If he were to die, who would take care of Yu Xiangnian and Xiao Jie?

Yu Xiangnian was stunned.

Was Cheng Jingmo’s brain damaged in the fight?

He wasn’t afraid of getting stabbed in the heart, but was scared of a few scratches?!

“You won’t die from this! If a tiny wound could kill, then there would be no one left in the world!”

Yu Xiangnian then added, “I should probably take you for a brain check-up.”

“Well, then I’ll go shower,” Cheng Jingmo said and headed to the courtyard.

What a dog man! He insisted on fighting earlier, but now he’s scared of a few scratches!

He was getting more and more unusual!

After Cheng Jingmo finished his shower and came back, Yu Xiangnian had already prepared the things.

She wanted to show him how painful it was to apply alcohol to a wound.

But she forgot that Cheng Jingmo was acting unusually today.

Throughout the whole process, he didn’t make a sound or even furrow his brows.

“Take off your clothes so I can check for any injuries,” Yu Xiangnian said, feeling somewhat unsettled.

Cheng Jingmo obediently removed his clothes and stood bare-chested for her to examine.

There were a few bruises on his shoulders and arms, but nothing serious.

Yu Xiangnian’s gaze fell on the wound on his chest, which left a long scar, despite her skill.

There was also a scar on his waist, twisted and distorted.

“Look at these scars on your body; they’ll never go away,” Yu Xiangnian said, pointing them out to him.

Cheng Jingmo looked down and asked, “Are they ugly?”

“Don’t ask if you already know the answer!”

Xiao Jie came back, sweaty from playing, and was startled to see Cheng Jingmo shirtless.

“Uncle, what are you doing?”

Cheng Jingmo put on his shirt and replied, “Auntie is checking for injuries.”

Xiao Jie leaned closer to Cheng Jingmo and whispered, “Uncle, Auntie said that sometimes she might check us under the guise of examining our body. You mustn’t let her see.”

Cheng Jingmo: “···”

What exactly is Yu Xiangnian teaching Xiao Jie?!

Although Xiao Jie whispered, Yu Xiangnian was too close and overheard.

She rolled her eyes and said, “Xiao Jie, even though I’m a member of that club, don’t talk bad about me when I can hear!”

“And, even though I’m a bit quirky, I don’t check people’s private parts. I’m checking the body! Ok?”

“You’re not a doctor, how could you check the body?” Xiao Jie countered.

“I am···” Yu Xiangnian nearly slipped up in her anger, “I do know how to check the body!”

Cheng Jingmo observed Yu Xiangnian’s changing expressions closely.

He could see that Yu Xiangnian was very skilled at treating wounds, and despite her lack of experience with children, she handled Xiao Jie’s illnesses calmly and knew the side effects of various medications.

“So, do you have medical skills?” he asked Yu Xiangnian intently.