NovelUSAChapter 400: As the chief instructor of Doomsday Base, Black Mallow was sharper than others, almost as if she possessed extra eyes and ears. She could detect the slightest movements and anticipate situations to avoid risks.
That was why she managed to save herself when Xander drove the car into the ditch.
So, when Clarissa launched her attack, Marissa noticed but did not move. Instead, she feigned terror and screamed, "Argh—" Her scream alerted Xander just in time. Before the knife could reach Marissa, he seized it.
Marissa continued to act frightened, her face turning pale and her eyes wide with horror as she gasped for breath.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtBurnet, caught off guard by Clarissa's sudden move, remained composed. With a slight frown, he stared at Clarissa, waiting for an explanation.
Ga Ino vel s.takes you into new worlds Annoyed, Xander demanded loudly, “Clarissa, why did you do that?" Clarissa smiled gently, her tone light. "Miss Nash, sorry for that. I heard you hurt Charles and his people and wanted to challenge Remy. I thought you were an excellent martial artist, so I wanted to have a friendly competition with you." Marissa pressed her lips together, remaining silent.
She had erased all surveillance records when she dealt with Charles and his people, so no evidence remained. When she challenged Remy, she was revealed to be Only and thus did nothing openly.
Clarissa had thrown her knife at Marissa to gauge her skills. To avoid alerting Clarissa, Marissa feigned weakness, trusting Xander to intercept the knife.
After her explanation, Xander intervened to protect Marissa. "Clarissa, that was too aggressive. If I hadn't been here, Tiffany could have been injured." After discarding the knife, Xander continued, “Clarissa, Tiffany challenged Charles in Connor's name. Charles was too afraid to retaliate, and that's why Tiffany succeeded in hurting him. She's just a delicate girl. Her hands are meant for fine arts, not fighting. Please be more considerate next time." "Sorry about that, Xander. I've been too abrupt," Clarissa said with a smile. Then, she turned to Marissa. "I do apologize, Miss Nash. I nearly hurt you just now. Please forgive me." Marissa pouted and looked at Xander with a hint of grievance.
"Tiffany, Clarissa is always direct. Please forgive her this time, okay?" Xander asked.
Marissa looked at Clarissa again and muttered, "It's alright." Their exchange painted Marissa as a frail girl utterly dependent on her boyfriend.
Clarissa finally eased her guard. During her earlier attack, she had shown no restraint, aiming directly at Marissa's face. A true martial artist would have dodged instantly, avoiding certain harm.
However, Marissa showed no reaction. This confirmed to Clarissa that Marissa possessed no fighting skills, prompting her to lower her defenses.
When Clarissa noticed Marissa remained quiet, she turned her attention back to her meal. "I've had enough. It was delicious," she announced with a smile.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmShe glanced at Marissa and extended an invitation. "I need to use the restroom. Miss Nash, would you care to join me?" Seeing a chance to uncover more about Clarissa and explore her background, Marissa eagerly accepted. "Certainly," she replied with a smile.
Together, they rose and walked toward the ladies' room, engaging in light conversation along the way.
Buand Xander observed them depart.
In their view, Clarissa handled herself with elegance and seemed to ben genuinely considerate towards Marissa, even softening her tone when addressing her.
However, the moment they entered the restroom and moved out of the two men's sight Clarissa's facade dropped. Her smile disappeared, replaced by a stark coldness. She slowed her steps, gave Marissa a sharp look, and sneered, "Miss Nash, your skills in disguise are quite remarkable."
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