A Film Queen

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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.

art student like him in a confrontation was well within her capabilities.

sat down at the table and

of

tea.

was exceptional. It carried the fragrance of bamboo leaves,

perfect choice for this moment; it was known to

watching her calmly sip

‘Buddhist robes, which was why he had reluctantly

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sketches. But when he tried to bring those sketches to life, they

Milly triggered a flood of ideas, as if a dam had

was as

so serious; he wouldn’t have swallowed his pride and come to Milly in the dead of night. The issue was that when the organiser announced the list of contestents, he realised that his

was King, you say?

was the archenemy who always snatched victory from him whenever they

to defeating King, bowing to

matter!

he cared about was triumphing over King and shedding the perpetual runner–up labell

thought eased his mind slightly. He looked away, determined not to lose control and break the cup she held in her hand. “So, what do I need to

surprised. Looking up, she regarded him with a mix of astonishment and

had anticipated him

showing willingness to back

something

this is

is

words. When you need something from someone, it’s polite to start with

clenched his fists, frustration evident in his eyes. “Fine. Please set down your tea cup. Tell me what I need to do for you to talk to me.”

Milly was speechless.

I

never think in

Please tell me

me.”

if grudgingly granting a rare favor.

Milly was stunned.

hell!!? I

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