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As Marissa left, Marc and Terry were right on her heels, which surprised no one at the base. They were well-known as her devoted supporters. However, it was Derek’s first encounter with the chief instructor, and his decision to follow her raised some doubts. What was his intention?
While Marissa tried to puzzle it out, Derek hurried over to her, beaming as he presented an invitation card. “I’d be honored if you attended my engagement party tomorrow,” he said, his smile broadening. It was obvious that Derek was trying to ingratiate himself with Marissa. Many others tried to do the same, yet Derek’s approach seemed particrly opportunistic, given that he was Aelfric’s future brother-inw, and Aelfric had recently suffered a defeat at Marissa’s hands
Marc scoffed at the gesture. “Derek, the chief instructor’s schedule is packed. She won’t have time for your party.”
Terry chimed in, “She prefers solitude and isn’t fond of such events. You might want to take your invitation back, Derek.”
Embarrassed by their reactions, Derek silently fumed at Marc and Terry. Yet, he continued to look hopefully at Marissa, seeking her agreement
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Unbeknownst to Aelfric, Derek had nned this move to win over the chief instructor. Growing up as a frequent target for bullies, Derek had learned to side with the strongest. After seeing Marissa’s capabilities, he was convinced that his future should be aligned with hers. He couldn’t just rely on Aelfric, who had just been bested by her. If the chief instructor supported him, Derek wouldn’t need to kowtow to Aelfric. With such backing, he could free himself from Aelfric’s dominance in any future family squabbles
Marissa, having grown alongside Derek, saw right through his schemes. She had intended to attend his engagement party all along, so she seized the chance to y with him. To the amazement of all present, the chief instructor epted the invitation with a warm smile, dering, “Alright, I’ll be there.”
Marc and Terry were dumbfounded. It was the first asion on which the chief instructor had agreed to participate in such a social event. Connor and Marissa were ted to attend the engagement party the next day. If the chief instructor were actually Marissa, she wouldn’t have needed an invitation from Derek. Did this confirm that Marissa wasn’t the chief instructor? Derek, caught up in his excitement, didn’t know what Marc and Terry were thinking. Overjoyed by the chief instructor’s agreement, he blurted out, “Thank you, chief instructor!”
Marissa threw Derek a fleeting nce before walking away. Marc and Terry hastened to catch up with her. Derek lingered at the doorway for a while, fantasizing about the chief instructor gracing his engagement party and the envy it would stir among the guests
Leaving Derek behind, Marissa ventured a bit ahead then turned to Marc and Terry, asking, “When are you two going to stop tailing me?” Caught off guard, Marc and Terry responded, “Where are you heading?”
“Do I need to report back to you?” Marissa inquired
“No, that’s not necessary. We just want to make sure there’s nothing you need from us.”
“Well,” Marissa responded nonchntly. “Just keep up the good work and stay out of trouble. Don’t disappoint me.”
She then took a taxi and departed. Marc and Terry watched her taxi drive away, lingering until it was out of sight, before they made their way back to Daniels Manor. Upon reaching Daniels Manor, they were surprised to find Marissa, who had earlier imed she had urgent matters to attend to without needing Connor’s apaniment, lounging on the sofa and munching on a hamburger
Connor handed her a ss of water, advising, “Take it slow, so you won’t choke.”
Marissa ignored his caution, grabbing the water and continuing to eat voraciously, her mouth stuffed with food. Marc and Terry exchanged looks of astonishment. Marissa’s eating style was uncannily reminiscent of their chief instructor’s. A realization dawned on them, and in unison, they eximed, “Chief instructor!”
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