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.

an art student like him in

sat down at the table and poured herself

of

tea.

else, the tea at this monastery was exceptional. It carried the fragrance of bamboo leaves,

for this moment; it was known

already livid, and watching her calmly sip tea only

was why he had reluctantly agreed to attend this

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sketches. But when he tried to bring those

ideas, as if a dam had burst.

explain it, but it was as if

of night. The issue was that

King, you

snatched victory

King knew no bounds. Compared to defeating King, bowing

matter!

King and shedding the perpetual

to lose control and break the cup she held in her hand. “So, what do I need to do to get you to sit down and talk with

surprised. Looking up, she regarded him with a

temper, she had anticipated him storming

here he was, showing willingness

something

this is

proud Matthew is actually seeking my assistance.

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

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

Milly was speechless.

was I expecting?

never think in conventional ways!

tell me what I

me.”

granting a rare

Milly was stunned.

the hell!!? I main’t asking you!

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