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 work,

dissatisfaction showed clearly, his 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. I deserve a reason. Why the refusal without any justification? Training a

you one last time. Are you going to hand over

resignation in his eyes, Xavier softly said, “She just

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

he left in a

Xavier was left speechless.

Why wouldn’t he understand?

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thought about getting

Well…

to the military, he might actually consent. If Grandpa said yes,

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

morning and a ten–kilometre hike in the mountains later in the afternoon. Though ten kilometres might sound like

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

hike supposed to be at the end of the training program? She had hoped to find a way to duck out by then,

for days. She’d put so much effort into keeping her legs looking great. Spending hours trekking could lead to muscles she doesn’t

she’d lose

of concern for her, Xavier frowned slightly and asked, “If anyone’s not feeling up to it or

everyone else

to lower her hand, which she had hesitantly

the opportunity, pulling out

approached them; any excuse she tried to

thought there’d be time to prepare if the hike was planned for later in the training. Being thrown

Milly’s classmates, win them over to her side, and begin to isolate Milly. That way, she’d remove potential roadblocks

from Lucius along the way would be

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