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.

like him in a confrontation was well within

her. She casually sat down at the table

of

tea.

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

for this moment; it was

livid, and watching her calmly sip tea only stoked

upcoming international design competition focused on ‘Buddhist robes, which was why he had reluctantly agreed to attend this monastery event for

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those sketches to life, they felt

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

explain it, but it was as

night. The issue was that when the organiser announced the list of contestents, he realised that his

was King,

who always snatched victory from

animosity towards King knew no bounds. Compared to defeating

matter!

cared about was triumphing over King and shedding

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

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

she had anticipated him storming out angrily after

showing willingness to back

something from

is

usually proud Matthew is actually seeking my assistance.

felt her spirits lift. “Matthew, watch your words. When you need something from

“Fine. Please set down your tea cup. Tell me what I need to do for you

Milly was speechless.

was I expecting?

never think in

basic social etiquette? It should be: Please tell me what

me.”

if grudgingly granting

Milly was stunned.

hell!!? I main’t asking you!

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