A Film Queen

Chapter 136 Embracing the Grace of Saving Lives

Joy’s expression turned earnest as she remarked, “After he saved you, he didn’t try to capitalise on your fame or accomplishments. He just left quietly, not asking for anything in return. Isn’t that a sign of true allection?

Milly, doesn’t that touch you at all?”

Milly looked at her steadily, a hint of amusement in her tone. “Your imagination is quite vivid. You should consider scriptwriting. It’s a waste for you to just be an assistant.”

Joy laughed and settled beside her, still convinced of her perspective. “Milly, I truly think Mr. Tate cares about you.

George cares about me?

Milly had never really considered it, not seriously.

Her past experiences had taught her to be wary of men, their intentions often less than noble, and this included George.

If it had been Neal who had saved her, dealing with the obligation might have felt simpler. However, with George, matters are significantly complicated.

Milly was already tangled up with him due to a previous incident involving a bracelet, and now, this life- saving event further entwined their lives, igniting a mix of emotions.

As an assistant, Joy was adept at reading nuances in behaviour. Noticing Milly’s furrowed brow and the irritation in her eyes, she sensed there was more to Milly’s feelings.

With a gentle voice, Joy asked after pursing her lips, “Milly, does the thought of owing Mr. Tate bother you?”

That question resonated deeply with Milly.

She nodded slowly, her voice low. “Yes, I don’t like owing people favours.”

Milly’s eyebrows furrowed, her voice carrying a note of frustration. ‘Do you have any suggestions?”

a mind to suggest that there was no need to repay the favour at all, seeing as Mr. Tate seemed more than willing to help Milly without expecting anything

understanding that Milly did not share this view,

his position, has seen all sorts of gifts, so traditional presents might not impress him much,” Joy

could call Mr. Tate to express your gratitude. I’m

you.

“Would that really be

think about it–aside from the life–saving incident, remember the twelve helicopters and the truckload

GM.

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more. As for the debt of saving your life, you can look

comes.”

Joy’s words. “I’ll give it a try,” she

lit up with

visits that he seemed to have a fondness

their happiness together, but she

hoped this phone call might bring them closer, even if she felt a bit like a hapless

the conference hall, the normally unflappable department managers found themselves on edge, discreetly wiping away

to be the most daunting

meticulous reports and polished presentations, every department had faced the CEO’s stern

had not escaped censure for something as minor as failing to

the rhythmic tapping of George’s fingers against the solid wooden table,

his lips, he issued a

belly and receding hairline stood up hesitantly. Clutching his report, he walked toward the projection screen with trembling steps and

George’s expression darkened, a palpable

are you from? If you can’t speak clearly, why bother

to get to the balding man, who stuttered more intensely, struggling to find

mind raced frantically–what was he

a sudden buzzing sound cut through

sent an instant wave of panic among the department managers. Faces drained of colour, they fumbled for their phones, each praying that the