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.

The individual exuded an ominous aura, a palpable menace that

it to be Leon Smith in

merely sought some water. Seeing those people surrounding you, I thought I might have to wait

while

look, as though his gaze could delve into the very depths of her soul. Ultimately, he said nothing, merely gesturing with his hand. A waiter approached with a tray, and George took a cup of warm water,

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

from

brow, puzzled by his cryptic statement. “What do you

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Kill Milly.

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placing it on a nearby shelf. “As the name suggests, this gathering may seem like a simple dinner, but in truth, it will feature

added, “you needn’t worry. As long as you remain by my side, no

and sincere, providing Milly with

then bestowing it upon Milly as a formidable guardian. Since he had resolved that Milly was the one

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

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

unexpected arrival of this experimental subject fortuitously offered a solution to his pressing dilemma. Should he succeed in recruiting and persuading the 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 apparatus. He remained, at his core, untamed and resistant

Milly to the banquet–she was destined to

was the first time she had seen George adopt such a grave defneanour. But what was he

The minimum sentence is three years in prison. Do

a look. of incredulity in her eyes, as if on the verge of producing a copy

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

still found his words difficult

you harbour doubts about me, can you