Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 581:

As Marissa concluded her remarks, Silver Fox burst into laughter. “Haha… You’re really something, Black Mallow. You’ve made this quite a spectacle!”noveldrama

Marc chimed in, “Hold your horses, White Mallow. Don’t jump to conclusions. Even if Mr. Hoffman isn’t the exemplary big brother, he wouldn’t show his true colors in front of others.”

“There’s always room for some drama,” Terry added with a mischievous grin. “Imagine if Xander was beaten to death by his brother; at least it would result in a family funeral. We could pop in to savor the melodrama!”

Encouraged by Terry’s grim scenario, Marc expanded on the thought. “Exactly, we might still witness our share of theatrics! Even if Xander were crippled, life would go on for him. Let’s see if he ends up a limb short.”

Silver Fox, Marc, and Terry could barely contain their laughter. “Hahaha.”

The mood considerably lightened. Everyone at the gathering seemed to eagerly anticipate the unfolding drama within the Hoffman family, almost as if they were spectators at a theater, keen on witnessing Xander’s downfall.

The scenario playing out before Burnet hinted that the Doomsday Base crew might have influenced Xander to steal his private plane, aiming to incite him into betraying his older brother, potentially fracturing their bond.

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Initially skeptical, Burnet found his doubts fading as even Black Mallow, the chief instructor at Doomsday Base, behaved similarly; he had no choice but to accept this new reality.

Watching the odd behaviors of those around him, Burnet surmised that Xander had probably endured considerable bullying at the base. It appeared Xander was a loner, devoid of allies and respect among his peers at Doomsday Base.

The way these people openly disrespected Xander suggested the possible severity of his solitary struggles. Burnet realized that the Doomsday Base personnel, including their chief instructor Black Mallow, treated Xander more like a mascot than a human being.

It was disheartening to see Xander maintain his loyalty to the base and to Black Mallow despite their blatant indifference toward his dignity.

Xander had been sent to Doomsday Base as a young teenager by their grandfather. Burnet couldn’t begin to fathom the trials Xander had faced over the years.

While the physical regimen alone wouldn’t have disturbed Burnet much, the notion of Xander suffering ongoing emotional torment and mistreatment stirred deep sympathy within him.

A wave of understanding washed over Burnet, and his initial resentment toward Xander melted into compassion. “Come here, Xander,” he called out gently.

Xander was completely taken aback. He seethed at the insults hurled by Silver Fox, Marc, and Terry, teetering on the brink of lashing out in response. But when even Black Mallow joined in the mockery, he was left dumbfounded.

Despite her rigorous training methods, Black Mallow typically showed a nurturing side toward Xander, treating him more like a playful youngster than a peer.

It seemed that everyone could be harsh and unkind toward Xander, but Black Mallow had always been the exception. So, when Burnet called out to him with such gentleness, a sudden realization dawned on Xander.

The taunting from White Mallow, Marc, and Terry, together with Black Mallow’s indifference, was all orchestrated maneuvers designed to stir Burnet’s sympathy, thereby mitigating any harsh consequences.

Grasping this manipulation, Xander suppressed a burst of laughter. When Burnet beckoned, Xander walked over and whispered, “Burnet?”

Without any admonishment, Burnet gently patted his head and gave a quiet directive. “Stand behind me.”

“Sure,” Xander responded, positioning himself obediently behind Burnet.

When Burnet signaled for Xander to take his place behind him, it silently affirmed his protective instinct, resonating deeply with Xander.

Despite Burnet’s usually stern appearance and stringent expectations, he harbored a genuine concern for Xander. He found it intolerable to watch Xander suffer at the hands of others.

Once Xander was securely positioned, Burnet turned his attention back to Marissa, his voice firm. “Black Mallow, as long as I’m here, you won’t take that chip away!”

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