Sylvia's POV:

After being scolded by Leonard, I went to see Rufus.

The moment I saw him, I threw myself into his arms without saying anything.

Rufus also held me in his arms and kissed me. Then he asked, "Are you depressed because of Leonard?"

"I'm more than depressed. He makes me almost doubt myself now," I muttered.

I thought Leonard was a fair and just man. But he belittled me before knowing me. And it really made me frustrated, and it wavered my confidence.

I was even more convinced that Leonard disliked me. And if I really let him train me, I might only feel worse.

"Can you change the arrangement and stop him from being my trainer? I really don't want to do this." I got out of Rufus' arms and looked at him, pouting. The more I thought about Leonard, the more aggrieved I felt. "I can practice more in private."

sharp-tongued, and it's his nature. Just don't take it to heart. I'm sure he didn't mean to hurt your

unwilling to compromise. Alina also did something wrong today,

and asked, "Sylvia, do you know how many

his hand, but I still didn't say anything. "Three-fifths." What Rufus mentioned was

"Yes. Those military officers were all Leonard's students when he was young. They are far more capable in both combat and military strategies than those selected in the military academy. Although there are many talented men among them, most of them got high positions, not only because of their caliber but also

and guided by him was the dream of

for you. I don't think you want to miss it," Rufus added softly, trying to

in a dilemma. I bit my lower lip, lost in thought. Then I said, "I'm not afraid of Leonard's

had frustrated me so much that I often doubted myself. My

cares about what others think." Rufus looked at me solemnly. "I know how you feel

pondered Rufus' words, and

understand, Rufus. I will train with Leonard. I know I was wrong earlier." In

understand so soon? There are actually many

like a spoiled child. "Well, don't talk about them anymore. Go ahead with your work now. I have to go back

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