A Film Queen

Chapter 66 A Lavish Banquet

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Milly had no plans to linger, particularly because she wasn’t acquainted with any of Ken’s friends. Her sole aim was to deliver a gift and depart.

Yet, as Ken observed her getting ready to leave, he grew unexpectedly worried. “Hold on, Milly, now that you’re here, why not join us for dinner? I’ve arranged a table and the meal is prepared. It would be regrettable for you to depart so promptly.

Milly was perplexed. “Isn’t this a party? You must have other schoolmates present. Let them enjoy the meal.”

Ken hesitated.

Indeed, he lied about it being a birthday party. If only he had known earlier, he wouldn’t have spoken like

that.

“Um… they’ve all left. I asked my classmates over last night, but since you’re unfamiliar with them, I extended a separate invitation to you today.” With that, he gently grasped her hand and directed her toward the elevator, anxious she might depart.

“It’s the truth. If you doubt me, go up and verify. The meal is ready, and there aren’t any other classmates!”

As Milly was drawn along, she experienced unease. In a spontaneous move, she inadvertently collided his hand against the door frame, producing a resounding “thud“.

Ken was startled by her intense response. “You

Milly retreated a step to regain her composure. “I apologise, it was unintentional. I simply am not accustomed to being in close proximity to the opposite gender.”

Upon noticing her pallid complexion, Ken promptly offered reassurance. “It’s alright, it’s my fault. I shouldn’t have pulled you without your consent.”

Milly, grappling with guilt, asked about his hand. “Is your hand alright?”

hurting in the least. We experience far tougher tumbles during

Ken was overwhelmed with excitement, his whole being buzzing with energy. He was so thrilled that he wished he could execute a perfect Thomas

made it all the way here, why not come up and take a look? I’ve specifically asked the chef to prepare several new dishes for you. If you don’t come, I’ll

with hope, Ken looked at Milly, his demeanour resembling that of a worried pup afraid of being left

he now appeared pitifully like an abandoned puppy on

deserted.

use in getting annoyed with someone so

A Lavish

must depart.”

delight and nodded

rose to the

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from her previous life, had frequented many lavish gatherings. However, she was still surprised

ground level was impressive, the top floor was undeniably splendid and

Milly pondered whether the decor included real gemstones. While the Fitzgeralds asserted it was merely a

door open, she was

feast wasn’t just figurative. It was

lay an assortment of exquisite dishes. Shrouded in mist

more extravagant

try a small portion of each dish, she doubted she could

over a hundred dishes for this banquet,

it’s not a typical banquet because of regulations concerning certain protected

Milly was speechless.

a separate chamber, George rubbed his temples, his delicate fingers sliding over the contract before. flinging it to Danny behind him, remarking.

contract and

by assigning the smaller projects while keeping the big ones for ourselves. Yet, even with

clear that the Fitzgeralds were ready to engage in what appeared to be an unprofitable agreement just to linger in the shadow of the Tate Group. Considering the Tate Group’s substantial influence in Halturia’s industry, even a small portion of their prosperity would be enough to support the

Group. George’s readiness to collaborate with the Fitzgeralds stemmed from their efficient product structure,

businessmen prioritize their

the project cooperation plan