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.

felt awry, for it did not seem to be Leon. The individual exuded an ominous aura, a

she instinctively believe it to be Leon Smith in that fleeting moment?

a deep breath and quelling the tumultuous thoughts within her mind, she replied, “It’s nothing. I merely sought some water. Seeing those people surrounding you, I thought I might have

while

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

thirst. Having spoken, she

finished the water, George remarked, “This banquet is far from ordinary. You must stay close to me and

cryptic statement. “What do you mean

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nearby shelf. “As the name suggests, this gathering may seem like a simple

“you needn’t worry. As long as you

and sincere, providing

a formidable guardian. Since he had resolved that Milly was the one with whom he wished to share his life, his foremost concern became

they uncover Milly’s existence, they would perceive her as his Achilles‘ heel, likely acting with reckless abandon.

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 permit such risks

threaten her. Yet, this particular

tame him personally. This was why he had brought Milly to the banquet–she was destined to

was the first time she had seen George adopt such

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

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

a playful glint in his eye, tapped her lightly on the head, dispelling the tension that had gripped them. He smiled and reassured her, “What are you

still found his words difficult to accept. “Truly?”

if you harbour doubts about me, can you question this assembly of distinguished