Chapter 185 If the Kid Wins

Arthur gazed at Philip’s stern face and didn’t hesitate any longer. Turning to Apollo, who was sitting on the couch, he said, “Let’s see what you’ve got.”

He felt a twin

of discomfort as he said this, as if he were intimidating a child.

It’s not a fair fight: it’s one–sided aggression!

Oh, well. I can’t disobey the commander’s orders….

I’ll just stop when I have the upper hand. He’s just a kid.

Milly had been living with the Burnetts for a while now and was familiar with Arthur, so she was surprised to see Philip letting Arthur spar with Apollo. Her eyes widened in shock.

“Grandpa, should we just forget about this?”

Philip remained calm, his expression unchanging as he fiddled with the beads in his hand. “If the kid wins, I’ll let him carry the Burnetts‘ last name.

“When you start school, I’ll take care of him and guide him. What do you think?”

Milly listened to Philip’s words, biting her lip and remaining silent.

The conditions were indeed appealing. If Apollo had Philip’s protection, even if he was different from everyone else, no one would dare say anything to him.

But she still felt uneasy….

“Grandpa, Apollo is still young and hasn’t received any training. He can’t control his emotions yet. If they really fight, I’m worried something might happen

Philip hadn’t responded yet when Arthur spoke up to reassure her, ‘Don’t worry, Ms. Burnett. I’ll make sure to hold back and not hurt this young boy.”

Milly was speechless.

not worried about Arthur hurting Apollo; I’m worried about Apollo harming

are indeed good. It’s a once–in–a–lifetime opportunity. I’ll

turned to

when I say so. Don’t kill,

looked puzzled and tilted

down like you did that big black dog earlier.

as he nodded

If

“Ah–wool”

when he

spine at the intensity of those red eyes, which reminded him of the

Apollo’s small form. “Don’t be scared. The commander just wants to test your strength. I’ll let you make

annoyance as he thought Arthur

his face a mask of calmness as he gazed at Arthur with an intensity that bordered on unsettling. Before Arthur could react, Apollo had already taken him down

whole encounter was over

lift his tea cup before the

living room fell silent, as

normal were Milly and George, who

ah–woo… Apollo’s eyes shone with excitement, as if he was gloating about

to praise him. Still, she couldn’t help but acknowledge Apollo’s

praise, and he beamed with joy, bobbing his head up and down.

the happy scene, Arthur seethed with anger, his

the floorboards in frustration, panting heavily. “No way! This one doesn’t count! I

what had just happened. He figured

didn’t even see

nodded slightly. “That’s right… Arthur did let him make a few moves first. Let’s try again. Arthur, you don’t need to go

“Yes, Commander!”

up to his feet, cautioning him, “Apollo, be

As a special operative, he might defeat Apollo

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