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.

face hardened. “It just won’t

some days do we come across such a standout candidate, and you’re blocking my choice. I deserve a reason. Why the refusal without any justification? Training

you one last time. Are you going to hand over this

of concern and resignation in his eyes, Xavier softly said,

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

left

Xavier was left speechless.

Why wouldn’t he understand?

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Well…

Grandpa’s deep commitment to the military, he might actually consent. If Grandpa said yes, Xavier wouldn’t stand

back on the team, Xavier said, dismissing the man with the crew cut

today 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 mountain trails will make it more challenging. So, make sure you’re ready and

afternoon hike was mentioned, Stephanie was still trying to wrap her head around Milly’s unexpected marksmanship talents.

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

so much effort into keeping her

she felt she’d

asked, “If anyone’s not feeling up to it or has any issues, now’s the time to say something. You don’t have to

everyone else quickly

started to lower her hand,

passed up the opportunity, pulling out would only spotlight

when she first approached them; any excuse she tried to make

be time to prepare if the hike was planned for

of Milly’s classmates, win them over to her side, and begin to isolate Milly. That way,

along the way would

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