Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

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“That’s a relief.” Aelfric nodded, somewhat comforted. “I was foolish before and disappointed him. I let you down too, chief instructor. Now I realize my mistakes. I hope you can express my apologies and regret to him.”

“If you wish to apologize to him, you should do it yourself. I am not your messenger,” Marissa responded sharply.

Aelfric looked up, visibly surprised. “He’s still open to speaking with me?” Since he was dismissed from the Doomsday Base, Zyair had cut all connections with Aelfric.

Marissa said casually, “Just a few days ago, I mentioned you might be near death. He removed you from his blacklist and said he’d wait to hear your final words.”noveldrama

Suddenly, Aelfric erupted into laughter, his tears blending with the joy he couldn’t contain.

A warmth spread through his chest. He hadn’t anticipated that Zyair would still care for him.

He gripped his phone tightly, eager to reach out to Zyair to share his regret and well wishes. Yet, he was nervous and hesitated to send a message, aware that Zyair might respond with harsh criticism.

He gazed at Marissa with thankful eyes, wanting to express his sorrow and gratitude. However, Marissa cut him off with a stern look and said, “I have no interest in your apologies. Keep quiet and don’t bother me unless it’s necessary.”

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“Alright.” Aelfric smiled again. “I won’t disturb you, chief instructor. And don’t worry, I won’t make foolish mistakes again.”

In the past, Aelfric would have been filled with anger and quickly begun to plan his revenge whenever Marissa scolded him.

But her scolding this time felt warm and familiar, taking him back to the days when he was the deputy chief instructor at the Doomsday Base.

Marissa glanced at him again and then said, “Alright, if you’ve nothing more to say, leave. If we’re seen together for too long, people might misunderstand, especially since I’m about to get married. My fiancé doesn’t exactly like you.”

“Understood. I’ll leave now.”

Aelfric was surprisingly cooperative. Without hesitation, he called Dennis back in to help wheel him away.

As they were leaving, they encountered Connor.

For years, Aelfric and Connor had been enemies. This time, however, Aelfric looked at Connor with genuine sincerity and said, “I wish you both happiness.”

“Thank you,” Connor responded coolly.

Once Aelfric was gone, Connor stepped up and took Marissa’s hand, his tone tinged with jealousy as he asked, “Why were you suddenly so kind to him?”

Marissa explained, “My mentor still cares for him. I couldn’t just ignore that and let him be upset. You’re not really jealous, are you?”

Connor was reminded of his mentor, Kristine, upon hearing Marissa’s words. Kristine played a role in Connor’s life that was just as important as Zyair’s role in Marissa’s.

Before retiring, Kristine had clearly forbidden Connor from marrying any of Zyair’s students, especially not the heir to the Doomsday Base’s King. Yet, here he was, on the verge of proposing to that very person. It felt like he was betraying his mentor.

Noticing the change in Connor’s demeanor, Marissa asked, “What’s on your mind?”

Connor quickly composed himself. “It’s nothing. Let’s go. I have a surprise for you today. Come and see.”

Realizing he had no choice but to go against Kristine’s instructions, Connor decided to push his concerns aside. He was determined to marry Marissa and would face Kristine’s disapproval later, offering her a heartfelt apology. Connor took Marissa by the hand and escorted her back to the grand hall. The hall was lavishly decorated, with everyone inside eagerly anticipating their return.

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