A Film Queen

Chapter 75 A Storm is Coming

It was only then that Milly noticed the two men lounging on the sofa.

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The guy on the left sported frameless gold wire glasses, a long chain trailing behind his ears, accentuating his sharp jawline. His eyes, which had been smiling, turned calm as soon as they locked with hers.

If the guy on the left could be called exquisite, then the man on the right was nothing short of extraordinary.

With eyes curving upwards, amber irises, and lips the color of roses, his body proportions were impeccably balanced, resembling a meticulously crafted doll in a posh boutique display.

Milly recognized him immediately; he was a frequent sight on billboards, the popular young actor, Jonathan.

As for the man with glasses, he was none other than Xavier, the fourth brother, currently a nationally renowned scientist at the research institute.

While she observed them, they were also sizing her up.

Well, it wasn’t just mere observation; their scrutinizing gazes were tinged with resistance.

Milly was certain they harbored no fondness for her.

The exquisitely handsome man was the first to speak. “No matter how packed my schedule is, I had to swing by to see Stephanie for her college entrance exam. She’s our little princess, and I can’t have certain individuals taking advantage of her.”

Milly arched an eyebrow casually.

Was he saying this with her in mind?

He was telling her not to get caught up in pointless competition; Stephanie had always been the family darling, a pedestal she could never quite reach, a position not even her influence could shake.

As soon as Stephanie heard those words, her chin lifted a notch, casting a haughty glance at Milly as if she’d already won.

Milly thought with

crystal clear to Milly, and Anthony caught on too, his

didn’t even address Jonathan

off the threat, lounging against the sofa with crossed arms, meeting Anthony’s gaze head–on. “I’m just saying, don’t mistake trash for

gripped Jonathan’s collar, anger reddening his eyes. “Say that again if you

devoid of warmth. “I could say it a hundred times, but the Burnetts‘ young lady will always be Stephanie. No one can

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“You jerk!”

a lesson. But before it could connect, a strong hand grabbed his fist, and

two. Stop

Xavier. Didn’t you hear him? I’m going to teach him

to rein in

really worth

necessary! “Anthony interjected loudly, his face flushing with anger. “You guys have no idea how amazing Milly is. Why do

yet you came biting my

“Mr. Jonathan!”

“What do you want?”

Xavier’s hand ascended in exasperation, meeting their heads with a resounding slap. “Shut up! Ever heard of listening?” he interjected

swiftly

commanded respect, a fact well known to all. Any hint of discord reaching his ears promised consequences far

then settled on Milly, a soft smile gracing his features as he approached. “Hey there, I’m Xavier,” he introduced himself, his tone genial. “You can call me Xavier, like Stephanie

off his glasses obscured the emotions brewing within, yet

into personal discourse with Jonathan, Xavier had maintained a distant demeanor, intervening solely when Anthony’s

a palpable bias, leaving no doubt as

sentiments.

revealed a chilliness that she, in turn, reciprocated. “Hello, Xavier,” she greeted, her voice cool. “I’m

the air of a corporate

seized the opportunity to assert her authority. She

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