A Film Queen

Chapter 31 Crestwood High’s Bold Move

Milly furrowed her brow with a hint of disdain, “Could you please stop referring to me as boss?”

Being pursued by a man who was taller and stronger than her, it felt uncomfortable no matter how she looked at it,

However, William did not share the same sentiment. He persisted, “Once a boss, always a boss. Until I grasp your core technology, my stance will not change.”

Milly was speechless.

At that moment, she felt like she was talking to a wall.

Considering the Tates‘ esteemed status, wouldn’t they be willing to invest some money in getting their second son treated if he was this foolish? It was embarrassing to be seen with him.

William was oblivious to her thoughts. He glanced behind her, noticed no one there, then inquired curiously, “Boss, is your family not attending the swearing ceremony today?”

Milly walked over to the table, set down her bag, and nodded. “Yes, my parents are overseas, and my brother is on a business trip. No one will be joining us.”

Wait a minute, William was the second son of the Tates. Could it be that the one attending the swearing ceremony this time is

Milly stood up abruptly, almost colliding with William, who was about to sit down. He was startled and asked, “Boss, what’s the matter with you?”

She stared at him intently and asked, “Who from your family is coming to meet you?”

Her piercing gaze made William feel a chill run down his spine. He stuttered, “There’s no one. My grandpa finds it bothersome, and my brother is too occupied.”

The cold sweat instantly ceased.

Milly finally felt a sense of relief.

Thank goodness! She was genuinely worried a moment ago. She had just suggested to George that they should part ways. It would be incredibly awkward if they crossed paths again today.

deep breath and settled back

suddenly raised his voice, with a tinge of heartache and indignation, “Boss, are you

and asked, “Bold move? What do you

you may not have noticed on your way here. Crestwood High’s annual swearing ceremony is akin to a pre–exam pep rally. It’s not just about taking an oath. They also bring in so–called experts to deliver

in her actions of holding the

Crestwood High’s

+5 Fearis

that the high school swearing: ceremony was solely about taking

didn’t show up, did that mean they would all have to go on stage and line up to

recounting tear–jerking stories. They came to the stage with. runny noses and tears and lined up to hug.

only I had known, I would have gladly paid money to

do we have to go on

up together, pretend to be each other’s parents, embrace for warmth,

quickly. “I…

is truly

entertainment industry, only she knew the hardships. Despite her outward appearance of radiance, she was actually quite lonely, with

directors would use various pretexts to intimidate her, coercing her into compliance, even resorting to drugging

resulted in her growing aversion towards men. Initially, just conversing with a man would make her

sought help from several psychologists, which enabled her to engage in normal social interactions. However, any slightly intimate contact with a man would still trigger a physical reaction in her. If she were required to embrace unfamiliar male experts on stage, she might truly

moment.

this, she concluded that rather than embracing unfamiliar

to lose control, it would be easier to confront

“Alright, then…”

guardian didn’t show up?” a cold

up to see a slender and handsome young man silhouetted against the light

stood frozen, momentarily unable to react. “What do you mean?” she

pulled a chair and settled in front of her desk. “Is it difficult

Crestwood High’s Bold