A Film Queen

C

A Film Queen of Two Worlds

Chapter 226 The Stubborn Matthew

Milly’s words momentarily stunned Matthew.

She had a point.

+5 Pearls

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.

Dealing with an art student like him in a confrontation

intense fury oddly satisfied her. She casually sat down at the table and poured

of

tea.

at this monastery was exceptional. It carried the fragrance of bamboo

for this moment; it was known to calm anger.

calmly sip

why he had reluctantly agreed to attend this monastery event

1/3

80%

The Stubborn Matthew

+5 Pearls

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

triggered a flood of ideas, as if a dam had burst.

as if he were

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 old rival, King, was also participating in this competition.

King, you

snatched victory

Compared to

matter!

over King and shedding the perpetual runner–up

away, determined not 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

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

infamous temper, she had anticipated him storming out angrily after her remarks.

was, showing willingness to back

want something

this is

usually proud Matthew is actually seeking

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

set down your tea cup. Tell me what I need to do for you to talk

Milly was speechless.

was I

think in conventional

should be: Please tell me what I need to

me.”

granting a rare

Milly was stunned.

I main’t asking

2/3

226 The

+5 Pearls