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.

“It just won’t work, end of

tone turning sharp. “Lieutenant, while I might not share your rank, I am tasked with selecting recruits, right? Only some days do we come across such a standout candidate, and you’re blocking my choice.

Are you

sigh and a mix of concern and resignation in his eyes, Xavier softly said,

angered, the crew–cut man retorted, “I’ll bring this up with General Burnett.

he left in a

Xavier was left speechless.

Why wouldn’t he understand?

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285 Live

about getting Grandpa’s

Well…

he might actually consent. If Grandpa said yes, Xavier wouldn’t

back on the team, Xavier said, dismissing the man

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

mentioned, Stephanie was still trying to wrap her head around Milly’s unexpected marksmanship talents. She suddenly felt sick, her

find a way to duck

so much effort

happened, she felt she’d lose a part of

or maybe out of concern for her, Xavier frowned slightly and 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 join the

else quickly

hand, which she had

the opportunity, pulling out

perfectly healthy when she first approached them; any excuse

if the hike was planned for later in the training. Being thrown into it suddenly

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

some help from Lucius along the way

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