Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 774:

“Don’t worry! I’ve been keeping a close eye on everything happening with the Collaborative Research and Development Department,” Derek assured, his tone respectful.

“Glad to hear that,” Aelfric responded, nodding with satisfaction. “Just remember, everything I ask of you is crucial and is part of our plan to take Connor down. Stay sharp.”

“Of course,” Derek agreed, maintaining a facade of loyalty.

On the surface, he appeared to hold Aelfric in high regard. In reality, his respect for him had dwindled, replaced by a growing resentment. His focus had shifted towards currying favor with Black Mallow, the formidable chief instructor at Doomsday Base. Since Aelfric’s dismissal, Derek’s disdain had only deepened, even leading him to reconsider his engagement to Melinda. He despised being treated like a mere tool by Aelfric, who summoned him at whim, disregarding his dignity.

However, Derek knew that openly defying Aelfric at this moment would be futile. So, he continued to play the part of the loyal subordinate, biding his time until he could align himself with Black Mallow.

Unaware of Derek’s shifting loyalties, Aelfric was satisfied with the respect shown to him. After issuing his commands, he closed his eyes, ready for a brief rest.

opens doors to

the room with

were gone, Dennis inquired, “About the training arrangement you set up for Derek and me at the Blebert branch of

his disbelief at Dennis’s naivete. “Listen, I’ve been ousted from Doomsday Base. As my brother and

Base, especially as he’d recently developed an interest in martial arts. The swift

Base, I can teach you at home.

nodding. “Aelfric, I’ve noticed Neil seems a bit distant since you lost your deputy chief instructor title at Doomsday

marry him, then don’t. I never wanted you to marry Derek in the first place. It always

was firm. “I do want

you don’t actually like Derek, do you? Didn’t you argue with Grandpa about being set up with

“But after spending time with him, I’ve

a time he thought Tiffany was unbearably annoying and had wanted to end their engagement. Yet, after she revealed herself as the renowned artist Only, his feelings had dramatically shifted, leaving him regretful about their breakup. Now, the thought of Tiffany married