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.

hardened. “It just won’t

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. I deserve a reason.

one last time. Are you going to hand over this

of concern and resignation in his eyes,

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

he left in

Xavier was left speechless.

Why wouldn’t he understand?

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about getting

Well…

to the military, he might actually consent. If Grandpa said yes, Xavier wouldn’t stand in the way,

dismissing the man with the crew cut and

schedule 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

to wrap her head around Milly’s

the training program? She had hoped to find a way to duck out by then, but why

days. She’d put so much effort into keeping her legs looking great. Spending hours trekking could lead to muscles

she’d lose

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

everyone else quickly

to lower her hand,

everyone had passed up the opportunity,

perfectly healthy when she first approached them; any

there’d be time to prepare if the hike was planned for later in the

get on the good side of Milly’s classmates, win them over to her side, and begin to isolate Milly. That

some help from Lucius along the way would be a

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