Cathy and Daniel were always in contact with each other, whether in public or in private. Upon seeing his facial expression, Cathy was sure to know what he was thinking. 'Daniel usually has a bright mind. Why does he have to get Edgar's consent? In fact, he can ask Brian for help. He is such a stupid one, ' she thought. Looking at his smiling face, Cathy couldn't help but smirk at Daniel's mirth.
Everyone was thinking about their own business while having dinner. The two orderlies who were providing service were not very clear about Brian's identity, but they only knew that he was Captain Xia's brother-in-law. More importantly, they also learned that Edgar was going to compete with Brian at 9 o'clock this evening. Naturally, they were curious about the competition. After all, they were very familiar with General Gu's abilities.
Without much to say, everyone finished their meal with a stomach full of sumptuous meal and spirits filled with joy after sharing such a feast. Glancing at the old wooden clock, they found that it was only seven o'clock, and there were still two hours to go before the appointed time. So Edgar and Brian rested and prepared for their brawl.
"Molly, Brian, I have something to say to Mr. Edgar, and then I will see you back in the hotel," Daniel whispered to the couple. Glancing at Edgar's direction, Daniel walked towards him and talked to them in a hurry. After finishing their conversation, Daniel turned to follow Edgar away.
"Daniel, you fool!" Cathy glared at Daniel, who was in a hurry to leave. She whispered angrily,"There is no need for Daniel to ask Brian for approval. Crucially, Edgar would not readily grant his request."
Glancing at Cathy, Brian said indifferently,"Daniel also knows that he can get what he wants by doing as you say. The reason why he didn't do it is that he knows very well that he is Edgar's solider. Just now he has asked me for help with your mother's coming to the army. If he comes to me again this time, it is either, first, he has broken the army's rules and regulations, and secondly..." Looking at Molly who wore an angry look on her face, Brian smiled and continued,"He didn't know what Edgar was thinking about this matter. Thus to avoid unnecessary suspicion and discontent between them in the future, Daniel will naturally go to Edgar himself for this request."
Daniel was not the Daniel all knew at the beginning. He changed a lot and became more mature. Now he knew what was important and had learned to take his priorities first. With their training, the army put great emphasis on the hierarchical relationship. Officials at higher levels had greater power than those at lower levels. Naturally, Daniel didn't want to break these rules.
"Dad," Evelyn suddenly looked up at Brian,"Charlie told me that you will fight with Uncle Edgar."
"No! Of course not, darling," Brian said calmly, bending over to hold Evelyn,"It's just a competition, a friendly one."
"Oh..." Without fully understanding what her father said, Evelyn still nodded her head and looked at Charlie with a serious look before saying,"Dad said it was a competition, not a fight!"
Her earnest expression prompted everyone to laugh, even the two orderlies assigned to follow them couldn't help laughing.
Everyone slowly dispersed from the dining hall and went on to their respective rooms to take a short rest. It would be a long night after all.
"Sir!" Daniel stood at the door of Edgar's room while speaking. His eyes kept drifting inside the room. Seeing that Edgar was talking on the phone, he waited with ease.
"Come in." Seeing Daniel come in, Edgar hung up the phone and said,"What are you doing here instead of going to talk with Molly?"
Slightly embarrassed, Daniel rubbed his hands with a silly grin before faltering out,"That... General Gu, I'm intending to watch your competition."
With a stern expression on his face, Edgar glanced at Daniel again, took a folder nearby and said,"It's a private competition. No watching!"
Hearing this, Daniel was very anxious.
"But, sir..." Disappointed, Daniel responded with a sad face,"You two are both excellent fighters. Naturally, there are many things worth learning during your competition. Well, I would like to take all members of the Falcon Commando to see your competition."
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