A Film Queen

Chapter 165 Kill Milly

“Mr. Tate, your tie is quite remarkable today.

“Mr. Tate, is that a bespoke tie? It complements you perfectly.”

“Mr. Tate, your tie stands out magnificently today.”

The throng was overwhelming, and Milly found herself jostled to the periphery.

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Milly thought, Is this the norm for approachable CEOs now? Even actors don’t vie for roles with such fervour.

As she deliberated on whether to wait for George to finish his conversation, she caught a glimpse of a familiar figure from the corner of her eye.

It was

Milly’s eyes widened in disbelief. Lifting the hem of her skirt, she hastened to follow. Yet, the person moved with a speed that outpaced her attempts, especially in her high heels. In a fleeting moment of distraction, the figure had already disappeared.

How could they be so swift?

Milly bit her lip, her gaze fixed on the direction where the figure had vanished. She was so close, just a little further!

As she prepared to advance once more, her wrist was firmly grasped. Turning, she saw George, his expression stern, an urgency flickering in his eyes. “Why are you running about? It’s too dangerous.”

Milly, startled by his earnestness, quickly explained, “I thought I saw…”

She saw Leon.

an ominous aura, a palpable menace that could be sensed even without a clear

to be Leon Smith in that

nothing. I merely sought some water. Seeing those people surrounding

while

very depths of her soul. Ultimately, he said nothing, merely gesturing with his hand. A waiter approached

spoken, she took a few sips, fulfilling the words. she had uttered.

“This banquet is far from ordinary. You must stay

her brow, puzzled by his cryptic statement. “What do you mean it’s not an

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“As the name suggests, this gathering may seem like a simple dinner, but in

as you

sincere, providing Milly with

also considered taking command of the experimental subject, training it, and then bestowing it upon Milly as a formidable guardian. Since

and the Ghost Sect were mortal foes, and should they uncover Milly’s existence, they would perceive her as his Achilles‘ heel, likely acting with reckless abandon. Though he believed himself capable of

stemmed from a deep–seated fear of his methods. If they learned of Milly’s presence, they would undoubtedly descend upon her like ravenous wolves upon unsuspecting prey. Numerous other potential dangers lurked in the shadows, unknown and unfathomable, all poised to imperil Milly’s safety. He

subject to protect Milly, no force, regardless of its might, could threaten her. Yet, this particular subject was devoid of desires, thoughts, and emotions. Raised in a sterile environment, his experiences were limited to cold machinery and chemical

most effective strategy to transform him into a protective force was to tame him personally. This was why he had brought Milly to the banquet–she was destined to wield him as a shield,

seen George adopt

are illegal under Halturian laws. The minimum sentence is three years

in her eyes, as if on the verge of

eye, tapped her lightly on the head, dispelling the tension that had gripped them. He smiled

found his words difficult to

Even if you harbour doubts about me, can you