Hunter Academy: Revenge of the Weakest

Chapter 859 198.3 - Desire

"Can we have a talk?"
Maya's eyebrows lifted slightly.
Talk?
She studied him, her expression unreadable, but inwardly, she was already analyzing the situation. Trevor Philips was not someone who casually sought her out. In fact, he usually kept his distance, never making unnecessary contact unless required. For him to come here—directly, deliberately—felt out of place.
"For what reason?"
Her words were measured, her tone laced with a quiet skepticism.
Trevor scratched the back of his neck, his stance shifting into something vaguely awkward. "It's… a little bit private."
Private?
Maya's eyes narrowed slightly.
"I don't remember us having anything that we would need to talk about privately."
Her words came evenly, but the message was clear. There was no connection between them that warranted secrecy. No unfinished business. No ties.
Trevor, however, didn't back down.
"It's important," he said, not forceful, but insistent.
Maya didn't answer immediately. She could feel the quiet hum of irritation brewing beneath her skin—not just her own, but her other self's.
"I don't like this guy."
A whisper. Sharp. Immediate.
Maya exhaled through her nose, eyes flickering slightly before she answered in her mind.
"Neither do I. But let's hear him out."
Her other self scoffed but didn't argue.
Maya turned back to Trevor, her posture still composed, still guarded.
"Fine," she said simply.
Trevor's lips twitched—not quite a full smile, but something close.
"Thanks."
Maya didn't acknowledge the gratitude. Instead, she stood, dusting off her uniform before tilting her head slightly.
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