By December, Julian spent every day wandering through Hancock's, Alice's, Gion's, Marlena's, and the other women's rooms until he had satisfied them all. He enjoyed himself every day, and during the day, he helped Noah and the other children train.
Tenoch was learning Fist Bone, so Julian gave him a punching bag and had him practice with his fists nonstop. Little Tenoch was thrilled to learn the signature technique of the Marine Hero Garp.
The other children—Numin, Nolene, Noland, and Norton—had all begun learning the Marine Rokushiki. They were now running laps around the large lawn of Flame Dragon Home. Soru was the first technique of the Marine Rokushiki to train. Noah and Nock were practicing swordsmanship, so they did not need to run and simply kept swinging their little wooden swords.
Julian stood on the lawn with a stern expression, watching Norton drag his feet as he ran. Norton kept looking around, stopping now and then to catch his breath. Julian's face darkened as he roared, "Norton! Try slowing down again, and I'll beat you to death later!"
Hearing Julian's furious scolding, Norton shuddered, his face filled with terror. He immediately shouted, "Got it, Dad! Don't hit me! I'm afraid of pain!" Julian yelled again with a serious expression, "If you're afraid of pain, then hurry up! You've already fallen behind Nolene! If you come in last again today, I'll whip you with a big dirt whip!"
Norton looked panicked and terrified. He hurriedly shouted, "Dad, I got it! I'll run faster!" Then he spread his legs and accelerated, chasing after Nolene ahead of him.
Norton was far too lazy. He loved eating and hated work, and he did not like training. The moment he heard there was food, he could not move his legs. Even if the Emperor