It'll Come Naturally novel Chapter 1596

"What is wrong with him?" Leena whispered in Daisy's ear. She was momentarily concerned by Edward's uncharacteristic snappiness.

"Just ignore him. I think it's that time of the month," Daisy quipped with Leena, while they joined Leena and Kevin. The soldiers were enjoying the show and they spoke in muted tones. Kevin looked around, searching for Justin.

"Where's Justin? Didn't you bring him tonight?" Kevin changed the subject, noticing Daisy and Edward's disgruntlement.

"We brought him with us, but he's off playing with his friends," Daisy said with resignation. Her son was so naughty and tried her patience. Luckily, this was an army base; she was not as concerned that he would stir up trouble here.

"Daisy, are you going to partake in the talent show? Did you prepare a speech or something?" Leena asked intrigued, as she had seen such an evening party on TV before, and leaders would usually take this opportunity to make a speech. Kevin had presented a fine speech earlier. Leena wondered whether Daisy would follow suit.

"A speech? I know nothing but army jokes." Daisy was not one for talent shows. In such events, she was happy to participate as part of the audience, instead of performing. She suffered from stage fright and she would rather go into battle, than present a talent in front of an audience.

"Ah, but you have clearly underestimated yourself." Edward's reprise was cold.

'What a mean man! Can he still be angry because I teased him about participating in the talent show?' Daisy brooded.

"Look at Justin! He's on the stage!" Leena cried, pointing out the boy on the stage. He looked quite adorable in the mini-sized camouflage uniform.

"Damn it! What is he doing up there? Oh my god, now all the soldiers know I'm here." Daisy covered her face in embarrassment. Unlike his mother, Justin was always so enthusiastic about performing for an audience.

"Are you afraid Justin will make you lose face?" Edward asked excitedly, curious now as to what talent Justin would present to them.

"The following act will be a solo titled: Female Soldier. And the singer is our own little soldier, Justin Mu." Even before the host had finished his announcement, applause cracked out like spring thunder. Many soldiers knew Justin.

"Good evening, everyone! I'm Justin Mu and I dedicate this song to my mother, as a token of my affection and gratitude. I'm so very proud of her. And I also want to dedicate this song to all the soldiers present. Thank you for your support of her work." Young as Justin was, he had a lucid brain and knew how to blather. He didn't suffer from stage fright at all.

"Senior Colonel Ouyang, to be honest, you've taught Justin well." Edward applauded warmly, gazing fondly at the little boy on the stage, eyes full of affection. Although he always liked to tease Justin, it was his way to express his love for him.

"Just listen to the song," Daisy muttered coldly. Although she looked unperturbed, she was stirred to the core by Justin. As a soldier, she customarily hid her feelings, appearing calm and composed at all times.

Justin had a child's voice and was unable to reach the timbre of the soldiers' singing, but they were touched by his performance.

"When did Justin practice the song? It's a magnificent performance," Leena praised. If Justin had heard this, his eyes would have widened in disbelief. After all, Leena always mocked him.