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Chapter 152 Xavier Steps in as Instructor

The cane’s impact was mild, yet it felt surprisingly sharp, given the sweltering heat and their light clothing-

Anthony grimaced as the cane connected.

“Ouch, it hurts…”

“Why can’t I give Milly a hug, Grandpa?”

It had been ages since Anthony last saw Milly, and now, a simple hug was off–limits.

Philip’s sharp glance made Anthony zip it, intimidated.

The Burnetts weren’t about male preference over females, but their old–school beliefs frowned upon casual touches like hugs.

Milly watched Anthony quietly, her brows knitting. “You’ve gotten so dark. Were you in Africa?”

Before she went off to shoot her film, Anthony was much lighter. Now, he looked charred.

At night, you’d only spot his smile in the dark.

Anthony quietly looked over at the older man enjoying his tea. He said in a hushed tone. “Since you’re new here, you might not be aware, but every summer, those of us who aren’t busy get put through military drills, like standing at attention and marching in sync. It’s a tradition Grandpa insists on.”

Milly’s eyebrow went up, “Free birds? Who’s in your squad?”

“Just me,” Anthony admitted straightforwardly.

Milly was speechless.

Anthony was feeling a bit slighted. Everyone in his family was caught up with their jobs or involved in film projects, and there he was, the only one with idle time, aimlessly passing his summers.

Previously, Jordan would cover for him when Grandpa was away. Anthony could goof off, and Jordan would turn a blind eye.

there wasn’t even a moment for a breather, much less

got, complaining to Milly, “This time, Xavier’s running the show. It’s a wonder I’m still

sulked, Milly noticed a man standing tall, his face the picture of

it turned out to be

caught up in ‘Anthony’s good

she looked his way, Xavier caught her gaze, his eyes shining

remember doing anything

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his look seemed all

had a strong opinion

it made sense. Being the most protective over Stephanic, Xavier would naturally be wary of anyone seen threatening her. The novel says that he even went into science to make cosmetics for Stephanie when he found out

a brother who deeply cared about his sister, any challenge to her status in the family

faced with a family member’s animosity, Milly seemed unaffected, simply brushing it

might not like me, but

something caught her

how come Xavier’s the teacher, and you’re the

as a kid, leaving Xavier to our grandfather. Grandpa

thoughts; he was adamant about joining the research institute. Grandfather

Milly

Now it all clicked!

guidance, Xavier was meant for the military. Still, he shifted paths because of

got to respect the intense sibling

the eldest brother, Jordan, made it back

I’m sorry for

a kind smile, “You’re not delayed, Jordan. You still haven’t had

of sweat on his brow, she

His smile remained gentle even while

were snacking on apples out

remarked, “Hey, Milly,

what’s going on!

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