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 in

satisfied her. She casually sat down at the table and

of

tea.

this monastery was exceptional.

tea was the perfect choice for this moment; it was known to

and watching her calmly sip tea only

was why he had reluctantly

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

flood of ideas, as if a dam had

it, but it was as if he were under a spell.

been 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,

was King,

snatched victory

no bounds. Compared to defeating King,

matter!

triumphing over King

held in her hand. “So, what do I need to do to

she regarded him with

she had anticipated him

here he was, showing

want something

this is

is actually seeking my assistance.

watch your words. When you need

set down your tea cup. Tell me

Milly was speechless.

I expecting?

think in conventional

social etiquette? It should be: Please tell me what I need to

me.”

as if grudgingly granting a rare favor. “Fine. I can talk to you.”

Milly was stunned.

hell!!? I

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