A Film Queen

A Film Queen of Two Worlds

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Chapter 285 Live Training Exercise

“Who do you think you’re talking to?” Xavier nearly shouted, his voice booming.

Being a second lieutenant, Xavier was usually calm. His sudden fury took the crew–cut man by surprise. “Lieutenant, I was just

Xavier quickly realised he had possibly overreacted, calming his tone while maintaining seriousness. “She’s not the right fit. We need to look for someone else.”

The man with the crew cut felt a bit miffed. “And why’s that?”

After an extensive search, they identified two potential recruits, yet both seemed unsuitable.

It was understandable that the grandson of Commander Scathing wasn’t considered because of his unique circumstances. But why dismiss the girl, especially when her skills were superior to the commander’s grandson?

She was perfect to follow in the footsteps of a legendary marksman!

Xavier’s mind was a whirlwind, struggling with where to even start.

While he felt bold enough to stir some trouble for Stephanie in this scenario, he knew it was a trivial matter that wouldn’t draw significant family backlash. However, involving her in military affairs.

Jordan would hit the roof!

This wouldn’t just be mild irritation, but full–blown rage.

The Burnetts were aware that Milly was Jordan’s treasured sister. He adored her to the point of treating her as his delicate treasure.

And now, Milly’s standing in the family has evolved, making her even more prominent in the elder’s eyes. Xavier realised he couldn’t risk any blunders.

won’t

such a standout candidate, and you’re blocking my choice. I deserve

one last time. Are you going to

a mix of concern and resignation in his

visibly angered, the crew–cut man retorted, “I’ll bring this up with General Burnett. Does the Lieutenant wish to dictate

that, he left in a

left speechless.

he

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actually consent. If Grandpa said yes, Xavier wouldn’t

on the team, Xavier said, dismissing the man with the crew cut and giving the students calm instructions.

involves shooting practice this morning and a ten–kilometre hike in the mountains later in the afternoon. Though ten kilometres might sound like a lot on a flat surface, the

trying to wrap her head around Milly’s unexpected marksmanship talents.

hoped to find a way to duck out by then, but why kick

for days. She’d put so much effort into keeping her legs looking great. Spending hours trekking could lead to muscles she

she’d lose

it or has any issues, now’s the time to say something. You don’t have to join the hike if that’s the case.

everyone else

started to lower her hand, which she had hesitantly raised.

the opportunity, pulling out would only spotlight

them; any excuse she tried to make now

planned for later in the training. Being thrown into it suddenly took

get on the good side of Milly’s classmates, win them over to her side, and begin to isolate Milly. That way, she’d remove potential roadblocks from her path in the

help from Lucius along the way would be

she couldn’t afford to stand out for the wrong reasons now, especially not in front of Milly!