(Thank you for those who have followed the story so far. :) A few comments, I'll be introducing the Furious Five in a few more chapters. Also, ever wonder how Tai Lung remained calm during his 20 years (correct me if I'm wrong)? I'm going to write about that in a few more chapters. Also, since Ping and Shu come from the same orphanage as Master Tigress (Again correct me), I will make a reference to that. Also, the Epilogue I will write will end this story. Ever wonder where Tai Lung went afterwards? Follow on until the Epilogue to find out! Also, feel free to review my stories, I welcome feedback :D)

(ADDITIONAL: PING the one I use I was thinking Guan Ping, son of Guan Yu. Originally I forgot about the other Ping and thought of how the name Ping would suite a child growing up instead of a grown-up. The second Ping I put is the daddy of Po I think so yeah. I COMPLETELY FORGOT ABOUT THE SECOND PING!!! So yeah)

Chapter Ten: Ping meets Zhang Liao; Zhang Liao is Cautious

One day has passed since Ping had heard of the Three Disciples in the Valley. He has decided to go out and meet them. He is particularly interested in Zhang Liao.
He has gotten permission from the faculty to go out into the Valley. Ping assured that they didn't have to worry as he is able to defend himself. At least that's what he had hoped.

Ping walked from the orphanage and looked around for the three.
"Hey, Ping's finally grown up to go out on his own!" An individual recognized Ping.
"Thanks. Do I know you?" Ping asked.
"Well, no…" Ping did not allow him to finish his reply as he walked away.

As he passed by a noodle shop he recognized as a frequent eating place of his older Brother Shu Ai, someone bumped into him.
"Be caref…" Ping looked at who bumped at him but did not finish as his eyes widened in surprise. The one who bumped him was none other than Zhang Liao.

"Apologies," Zhang Liao simply said, looking at Ping.
The two looked at each other for a while without saying anything until the owner of the shop who shared a name with Ping went to them.
"Mr. Ping…" Zhang Liao said, looking at himn.
"What's going on out here?" He asked.
"Nothing, I bumped into Ping. The Brother of the Lion," Zhang Liao apparently knew of Shu Ai and his relationship with Ping.
"You know… My brother?" Ping questioned his knowledge of his relationship with Shu.
"Shu Ai… was a great man," Was all Zhang Liao said.

Ping flinched at the name of his beloved brother but stood his ground.
"I've wanted to see how famous you three were," Ping told him.

"Ah, I see. You've heard of me, Li Tong, and Meng Lao… Well, I'll tell you now Meng is drunk and asleep at home and Li is training. You won't get a show today," Zhang admitted.
"Pity. I wanted a show," Ping admitted.
"You're from… The Bao Gu Orphanage, correct?" Zhang asked.
"How do you know?" Ping asked in surprise.
"I'm one of the individuals who've heard about Shu and you. You two were pretty famous before…" Zhang did not finish his sentence and Ping silently thanked him for not.

"There will be more individuals who will become well-known. Do you want to know one?" Zhang asked.
Ping nodded simply.
"Crane of the Lee Da Kung Fu Academy has potential to be one of the most famous individuals. Also, I hear old man Viper will have a child," Zhang was well-known in individuals.

"Interesting…" Ping admitted, not noticing Liao was facing Mr. Ping now.
"How's that son of yours?" Zhang Liao asked.
"Oh, he's doing fine. He's showing signs of being a food lover, so he'll make a great cook here and will run the shop after me," Was the reply.
"Shouldn't you let him decide his future?" Zhang asked curiously.
"Of course! I'm just stating what I believe," Mr Ping answered honestly.

"I'll come back later for the food, I'm not in a particular rush," Zhang bid a farewell to Mr. Ping and turned to the younger Ping.
"I hope to see more of you, Ping," Zhang bid Ping a farewell to Ping.

Ping watched the mysterious warrior leave. He felt something he hadn't felt in a long time. He felt happiness in the presence of Zhang Liao.