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.

not seem to be Leon. The individual exuded an ominous aura, a palpable menace that could be sensed even without a clear view of their

she instinctively believe it to be Leon Smith in that

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

while

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, offering it to her.

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

“This banquet is far from ordinary. You must stay close to me and not

furrowed her brow, puzzled by his cryptic statement. “What do you mean it’s

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from her hand and placing it on a nearby shelf. “As the name suggests, this gathering may seem like a simple dinner, but in truth, it will feature a clandestine auction for a very potent

you remain by my side, no harm shall befall you.”

providing Milly with the transparency she

upon Milly as a formidable guardian. Since he

as his Achilles‘ heel, likely acting with reckless abandon. Though he believed

nature; 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 upon unsuspecting prey. Numerous other potential dangers lurked in the shadows, unknown and unfathomable, all poised to imperil Milly’s safety. He would not

and persuading the subject to protect Milly, no force, regardless of its might, could threaten her. Yet,

Milly to the banquet–she was destined to wield him as a shield, to tame him and harness

furrowed her brow, for it was the first time she had seen George adopt such a

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wary glances around, apprehensive that their conversation might be overheard. There was a look. of incredulity in her eyes,

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

still found his words difficult to accept.

me, can you question