A Film Queen

Chapter 5 Confrontation

She didn’t finish reading the book, only skimming through it briefly. Besides Andrew, there was no other character with the surname Tate mentioned throughout the story. Since there was no previous mention of him, it was likely that he was just a passerby. As long as she didn’t get entangled with the male lead, everything would be fine. As the situation escalated, Milly’s parents could no longer ignore it. They had no choice but to apologise to Andrew with forced smiles, attributing the conflict to childish misunderstandings. They then requested that Stephanie apologize to Milly.

apology. But if I don’t do something here, it would be a waste. After all, she did take the time to pick a nice spot like this. Heh. Without hesitation, Milly raised her hand and delivered a firm slap to Stephanie’s right cheek. “Stephanie, this slap is for

in Stephanie, causing her to tremble in place. Pushing her away, Milly retrieved a wet tissue from her pocket and cleaned her hands meticulously, repulsed by the encounter. Gods, she is filthy. In the southeast corner of the garden, a man observed the scene with amusement, a hint of mischief dancing in his eyes. The ruthless demeanour of the woman reminded him of his own. Someone was on the phone, urging, “Master George, are you here yet? The general is throwing another tantrum.” Interrupted by an urgent call, the man, George, refocused his attention. “I’ll be there shortly.” Meanwhile, Stephanie, after the confrontation, fled in distress, presumably seeking solace indoors. Unfazed by the commotion, Milly remained composed. Disposing of the wet tissue, she

Olivia and Carlos, “Dad, Mom, Milly hit me.”

is unladylike. I got shot three times in my leg, and I never made a sound!” Andrew said it proudly. “Well …” At this moment, even Stephanie’s parents didn’t dare speak to comfort her. After Andrew finished speaking, he looked in a certain direction, suddenly snorted arrogantly, and tapped the floor with his cane. “You brat, come here!” A man in a dignified suit walked up to Andrew. “Grandpa, you said you weren’t feeling well? Do you need to go to the hospital?” Milly was confused. Wait, why does this man look so familiar? Isn’t he the one I just saw in the garden? Milly felt her head buzz for a moment!

a smile, and walked up. “Andrew.” George raised an eyebrow. She’s a lot more refined than she was in the garden. Like a cat that’s retracted its claws. “George, didn’t you say you had a childhood betrothal with the Burnetts’ daughter before? This is your fiancée, so you two should get to know each other.” George was