A Film Queen

Chapter 226

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A Film Queen of Two Worlds

Chapter 226 The Stubborn Matthew

Milly’s words momentarily stunned Matthew.

She had a point.

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Not just in the past, but even now, he approached her with an agenda. He never truly considered her hist

sister.

But his pride stopped him from admitting it. After a prolonged silence, he muttered, “Why are your making such a big deal out of this? We’re all Burnetts. Does it really matter?”

Milly was perplexed.

She couldn’t help but let out a bitter laugh. What kind of twisted reasoning is this?

Earlier, he was so self–righteous, claiming I’m unworthy of the Burnett name. Now suddenly, we’re all family and I shouldn’t harbor resentment? He wants to have it both ways–praising and criticizing me at will. What else is there for me to say?

With a sardonic smile, she retorted, her voice slicing through the faint light, “Matthew, even though you’re an artist and not big on logical thinking, you should grasp basic human relationships. We’re not close enough for gift–giving and late–night heart–to–hearts, are we?”

Matthew’s anger flared. “How dare you-

Milly shrugged, meeting his gaze coolly. “Look at you, quick to accuse me again. You do realize what you’ve done could get you in trouble, right? Ever heard of trespassing?

Sure, Matthew was her brother, but sneaking into someone’s room uninvited was, at best, unethical, and at worst, illegal. She had a doctorate in her past life; if she chose to pursue it, she could easily involve the authorities.

Let’s see then who the Burnetts would stand behind then–me or him.

Matthew’s face turned a fiery shade of red; his breaths were coming out in sharp bursts, his teeth audibly grinding. His eyes burned with a rage that seemed capable of consuming Milly.

like him

satisfied her. She casually sat down at

of

tea.

exceptional. It carried the fragrance of bamboo leaves,

perfect choice for this

already livid, and watching her calmly

on ‘Buddhist robes, which was why he had reluctantly agreed

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into sketches. But when he tried to bring those sketches to life, they felt hollow, lacking something essential…

triggered a flood of ideas, as

but it was as if he were

dead of night. The issue was that

was King, you say?

always snatched victory from

to defeating King, bowing to Milly

matter!

triumphing over King and shedding the perpetual

cup she held in her hand. “So, what do I need to do to get you to

was surprised. Looking up, she regarded him with a

anticipated him storming out angrily

showing willingness

something from me.

this is

proud Matthew is actually

Milly felt her spirits lift. “Matthew, watch your words. When you need something from someone, it’s polite to start with

his eyes. “Fine. Please set down your tea cup.

Milly was speechless.

was I

think in

Please tell

me.”

granting a rare favor. “Fine. I

Milly was stunned.

hell!!? I

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