"What? Once? Only once?" Qin Xufeng's eyes sparkled as if he had just discovered a mythical creature. "This isn't training, this is pure talent! If this isn't genius-level shooting instinct, then I don't know what is!"
Elena smiled weakly, feeling slightly guilty, and tucked herself more tightly into Jin Di's embrace. He tightened his arms around her, grounding her.
Han Li laughed loudly. "Systema genius and shooting prodigy. As expected of my beloved student!"
Qin Xufeng turned to her again, practically vibrating. "Xiulan, have you ever used other firearms?"
She hesitated, then shook her head carefully. "Not really."
"Then try one," he said eagerly, motioning toward the rack. "Here. A shotgun."
"Okay."
Qin Xufeng stepped forward to demonstrate. Although Elena already knew every detail, she watched attentively and acted as if she were seeing it for the first time.
