WIIAD? ### Chapter 39: Reflex Reaction

The rather baffling conversation between the two quickly drew the attention of those around them. Wang Xiaohua chuckled, "Why, Mr. Bai, do you know Mr. Qi?"

Mr. Bai laughed, "Well, not exactly, but you know the heartthrob of the Military Art Academy, right?"

Wang Xiaohua didn't really know but nodded in agreement anyway.

Mr. Bai then proudly pointed to himself and said, "Back when I was in school, I was the heartthrob of the Military Art Academy! And his father, Qi Weiguo, was the heartthrob of the previous generation!"

"When we were in school, our teachers often showed us his father's graduation works, so I remember him well."

"He looks just like his dad did when he was young, that's why I recognized him immediately."

Hearing Mr. Bai's explanation, everyone around them understood. Only Qi Lin and Wang Xiaohua had strange expressions. Qi Lin’s odd expression was because he had thought his dad was bragging all along! Turns out, he really was the heartthrob of the Military Art Academy!

Wang Xiaohua’s expression was strange because she had seen the now-greasy Qi Weiguo. Hearing Mr. Bai say, "He looks just like his dad did when he was young," made her a bit worried! She thought, this kid better not turn out like that in the future!

Because of this connection, Qi Lin and Mr. Bai quickly grew closer. Mr. Bai even told everyone to take care of his 'nephew'! The others smirked, assuring him they would 'take good care' of him.

Qi Lin's heart skipped a beat. He thought, Uncle Bai, you’re not saying the opposite, are you? These guys are all troublemakers! He looked around and sighed in relief, thankful that the worst of them wasn’t there!

That evening, the program officially began recording.

"Everyone, behind you is the ancestral temple of our martial arts village! In martial arts, early rising is essential, so you’ll have to get up early tomorrow."

"In front of you are seven alarm clocks. You can choose any one of them. The alarm time is when you’ll wake up tomorrow."

Director Yan explained the rules, and after listening, Zhang Xingtai, one of the 'Returned Four Sons,' raised his hand first.

"But Director, there are only five of us. Where's Hai Ge?"

The director explained, "Hai Ge is filming his first movie, so he can't make it this episode. But no worries, we've invited two guests! Let's welcome our guests!"

Qi Lin, guided by staff, was the first to appear. He greeted everyone from a distance, almost running up to them, displaying a very humble attitude.

"Hello, brothers, seniors!"

"Haha, it's Qi Lin!"

"Qi Lin!"

They all greeted him with smiles. Qi Lin shook hands with each of them, maintaining a humble demeanor as if he was new. Then, Mr. Bai made his entrance!

The atmosphere instantly became much livelier with Mr. Bai’s arrival.

"Who’s that? Haha, it’s Mr. Bai!"

"You dare to show up!"

"Haha, I was wondering who it was. Is our budget so low now that we invite him again?"

From their banter, it was clear Mr. Bai had a good relationship with them. In China, the better friends you are, the less you care about formalities. Often, acquaintances greet each other warmly, but true friends can't help but tease each other.

Mr. Bai didn’t hold back either, countering their jabs. After hugging and playfully bickering, the seven guests were ready.

Next came the alarm clock selection. There were early and late times, from 2 AM to 3 AM. Zhang Xingtai, wanting everyone to get more sleep, chose the earliest alarm clock. Qi Lin stayed put, planning to take the one left after everyone else chose.

Seeing this, Mr. Bai put his arm around Qi Lin’s shoulders, "What’s wrong, nephew? Feeling shy?"

Qi Lin scratched his head, "Not shy, just thinking I’m the junior, so I wanted to let the seniors choose first."

"Oh, come on! Let me tell you, these guys are merciless! Don’t be polite with them!"

Mr. Bai grabbed the 3 AM alarm clock and stuffed it into Qi Lin’s hands, "Youngsters need their sleep, sleep a bit more."

With the clock in his hand, Qi Lin couldn’t refuse. With the alarms set, everyone headed back to the hotel to wait for the late-night recording to start.

Qi Lin didn’t think much of it. Returning to the room prepared by the production team, he changed into his pajamas and went straight to bed. Qi Lin had three notable traits since childhood. First, he wasn’t picky with food—he’d eat anything that filled his stomach, and he had a big appetite due to his physical training. Second, he slept soundly anywhere, anytime. He never had trouble sleeping in a new place. Third, he recovered quickly. He could be dead tired one minute, but after a five-minute rest, he’d be full of energy again. His coach always said he was born to be an athlete!

Qi Lin fell asleep quickly and soundly. Before he knew it, it was 3 AM. Half-asleep, he thought he heard footsteps. Despite his martial arts training, his senses were keen. He opened his eyes and saw a 'pig head' grinning at him. His brain hadn't fully processed it yet, but his body reacted instinctively!

Without thinking, he crossed his hands and pushed the 'pig head' under the chin. It all happened in a flash. The person didn’t expect Qi Lin to strike! Though he was heavy, Qi Lin didn’t hold back. Hit by Qi Lin’s move, the person fell backward, landing on the floor.

Everyone, including the cameraman, was startled and a bit stunned. But it wasn’t over. Qi Lin smoothly flipped up from the bed, raising his right leg high like an axe, aiming for the 'pig head' on the floor! This kick was going straight for the person’s head; if it connected, it could knock them out, if not worse!

"Stop! We’re filming!"

"Qi Lin! It’s fake! All fake!"

The staff nearby were terrified. Qi Lin snapped out of his groggy state, quickly adjusting his body and redirecting his kick. His foot landed on the ground just in front of the 'pig head,' his body in a perfect split, leaving everyone in awe.

"Ouch..."

It was only then that the 'pig head' groaned, revealing he was a staff member dressed as Zhu Bajie. Originally, the 'master and disciples' had come in together, but seeing the 'pig head' knocked down, the others didn’t dare move.

The regular guests outside were also shocked. They exchanged glances, realizing that while they could joke around with Qi Lin, they shouldn’t go too far—someone could get hurt!


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