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.

be Leon. The individual exuded an ominous aura, a palpable menace that could be sensed even without a clear view of

why did she instinctively believe it to be Leon

thoughts within her mind, she replied, “It’s nothing. I merely sought some water. Seeing those people surrounding you, I thought I might have to wait for a

while

though his gaze could delve into the very depths of her soul. Ultimately, he said nothing, merely gesturing with his hand. A waiter

thirst. Having spoken, she took a few sips, fulfilling

is far from ordinary. You must stay close to me

his cryptic statement. “What

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the name suggests, this gathering may seem like

needn’t worry. As long as you remain by my side, no harm shall

and sincere, providing Milly

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

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 safeguarding her, the thought of unforeseen threats lingered in his mind.

their composure 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

of its might, could threaten her. Yet, this particular subject was devoid of desires, thoughts, and emotions. Raised in

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,

time she had seen George adopt

illegal under Halturian laws. The minimum sentence is three years in prison. Do you wish

apprehensive that their conversation might be overheard. There was a look. of incredulity in her eyes, as if on the verge of

the tension that had gripped them. He smiled and reassured her, “What are you imagining? It’s not that sort of

found his words difficult

Even if you harbour doubts about me, can you