A Film Queen

Chapter 152 Xavier Steps in as Instructor

The cane’s impact was mild, yet it felt surprisingly sharp, given the sweltering heat and their light clothing-

Anthony grimaced as the cane connected.

“Ouch, it hurts…”

“Why can’t I give Milly a hug, Grandpa?”

It had been ages since Anthony last saw Milly, and now, a simple hug was off–limits.

Philip’s sharp glance made Anthony zip it, intimidated.

The Burnetts weren’t about male preference over females, but their old–school beliefs frowned upon casual touches like hugs.

Milly watched Anthony quietly, her brows knitting. “You’ve gotten so dark. Were you in Africa?”

Before she went off to shoot her film, Anthony was much lighter. Now, he looked charred.

At night, you’d only spot his smile in the dark.

Anthony quietly looked over at the older man enjoying his tea. He said in a hushed tone. “Since you’re new here, you might not be aware, but every summer, those of us who aren’t busy get put through military drills, like standing at attention and marching in sync. It’s a tradition Grandpa insists on.”

Milly’s eyebrow went up, “Free birds? Who’s in your squad?”

“Just me,” Anthony admitted straightforwardly.

Milly was speechless.

Anthony was feeling a bit slighted. Everyone in his family was caught up with their jobs or involved in film projects, and there he was, the only one with idle time, aimlessly passing his summers.

Previously, Jordan would cover for him when Grandpa was away. Anthony could goof off, and Jordan would turn a blind eye.

a moment

upset he got, complaining to Milly, “This time, Xavier’s running the show. It’s a

a man standing

out to be

caught up in ‘Anthony’s good looks that she

she looked his way, Xavier caught her gaze,

eyebrow. She couldn’t remember doing anything to upset

152 Xavier Steps in

look

strong opinion

threatening her. The novel says that he even went into science to make cosmetics for Stephanie when he found out she was allergic, which shows

a brother who deeply cared about his sister, any challenge to her status in the family would instinctively

faced with a family member’s animosity, Milly seemed unaffected, simply brushing

line. Many people might not like me, but you’re not

something caught

how come Xavier’s the teacher, and you’re the

kid, leaving Xavier to our grandfather.

institute. Grandfather beat him so severely

this, Milly got

Now it all clicked!

guidance, Xavier was meant for the military. Still, he shifted

got to respect the intense sibling

of Milly’s return, the eldest brother, Jordan, made it back just

I’m sorry for

a lot of affection for Jordan and responded with a kind smile, “You’re not delayed, Jordan. You still haven’t had your

the beads of sweat on his brow, she offered him a tissue to dab them

sweat. His smile remained gentle even while tiny pieces

Anthony were snacking on apples out of hunger. Watching the scene, their

“Hey, Milly, why am I not

going on!

Steps