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.

individual exuded an ominous aura, a palpable menace that could be

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

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

while

the very depths of her soul. Ultimately, he said nothing, merely gesturing with his hand. A

no thirst. Having spoken, she

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

by his cryptic statement. “What do you mean it’s not an ordinary banquet?”

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

you remain by my side,

words were frank and sincere, providing

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

Shadow Palace 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

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

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

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, to

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

urgently, “Firearms possession and trade are illegal under Halturian laws. The minimum sentence is three years in prison. Do

her eyes, as if on

eye, tapped her lightly on the head, dispelling the tension that had gripped them. He smiled and reassured her, “What

found his words difficult to accept.

me, can you question this assembly of