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

believe it to be Leon Smith in

I merely

while

cast her a penetrating look, as though his gaze could delve into the very depths of her soul. Ultimately, he said nothing, merely gesturing with

thirst. Having spoken, she took a few sips,

banquet is far from ordinary. You

“What do you mean it’s

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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

you remain by

sincere, providing Milly with

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

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

his methods. If they learned of Milly’s presence, they would undoubtedly descend upon her like ravenous wolves upon unsuspecting prey. Numerous other potential

no force, regardless of its might, could threaten her. Yet, this particular subject was devoid of desires, thoughts,

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

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

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

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

had gripped them. He smiled and

still found his words difficult to accept.

can you question