A Film Queen

Chapter 4 Family Feud

She extended her hand and passed the box to Stephanie, saying, “Here you go.” As Stephanie took the box, a faint smirk appeared at the corner of her mouth, barely noticeable but caught by Milly, who was standing nearby. Failure to hold back emotions was taboo in acting. “Oh no! Why is the box empty? Milly, where is Mom’s hairpin? Did you misplace it?” Her voice was overly dramatic and shrill, causing the lively hall to fall silent as all eyes turned towards the unfolding drama. Stephanie continued, her tone anxious, “Milly, did you take Mom’s hairpin?

It’s a family heirloom passed down from Grandma to Mom. How could you take it without asking? Please return it to Mom immediately!” The accusation seemed to point directly at Milly, drawing disapproving glances from the onlookers: “Someone from a humble background like her can’t be trusted.”

“Blood ties mean nothing. An adopted daughter would have shown more respect.”

amidst the gossip and accusations, meeting Olivia’s gaze steadily as she explained, “Mom, I didn’t take the hairpin. It was Stephanie who asked me to fetch the box. I did as she instructed, and the servants can attest to that.” Her voice was calm yet resolute, cutting through the tension in the hall. “But what if you got the idea to steal it on the way back? No one would know,” Stephanie

family above the Burnetts. Accusing him of theft was a serious allegation. Stephanie was taken aback

it. How dare you accuse me of theft?” Realising the gravity of the situation, Stephanie paled, knowing they couldn’t afford to offend the Tates. In a quiet corner, Milly lowered her head, her lips pressed tightly together. After reprimanding Stephanie, Andrew turned to Milly, his heart going out to her as she stood there looking wronged. Just as he was about to speak, he noticed the glaring red mark on her arm, and his

leaving any dignity for the Burnetts to save. Milly found him quite cute and reassured him, “It’s nothing, just a little bump, it will be fine in a while.” Although she was annoyed by Stephanie, she didn’t want to cause trouble for her mother. But Andrew didn’t listen, and he angrily tapped his cane on the floor. “Larry, call that brat and tell him to come over immediately!” Larry, who was dressed in military uniform, was stunned for a moment, “Huh? But he said today’s meeting would be very

What? Master George has a fiancee? Milly wondered, Why is he playing matchmaker? Captain Pine

the Burnetts’ place’

George said, “Okay, I