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.

Apollo; I’m worried about Apollo

once–in–a–lifetime opportunity. I’ll just pay attention

she turned to

stop when I say so.

puzzled and

him down like you did that big black dog earlier. As soon as

eyes sparkled as

If the

“Ah–wool”

up and walked towards Arthur at Milly’s orders, but when

reminded him of the Wolf

be scared. The commander just wants to test your strength.

as he thought Arthur was really

to glaze over, his face a mask of calmness as he gazed at Arthur with an intensity that bordered on unsettling. Before Arthur could

whole encounter was over in

time to lift his tea cup before the

fell silent, as if time itself

Milly and George, who knew the truth

if he was gloating about following

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

and he beamed with joy, bobbing

contrast to the happy scene, Arthur seethed with anger, his face

frustration, panting heavily. “No way! This one doesn’t count!

stroked his nose, still trying to process what had just happened. He figured his eyesight was failing

even see

did let him make a few moves first. Let’s try

“Yes, Commander!”

Milly pulled Apollo back up to his feet,

earlier. As a special operative, he might defeat Apollo if

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