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.

art student like him in a confrontation was well within

sat down at the table and poured

of

tea.

this monastery was exceptional.

choice for this moment;

her calmly sip tea only stoked his

‘Buddhist robes, which was why he

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

Milly triggered a flood of ideas, as if a

as if he

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

King, you

always snatched victory

to defeating King, bowing

matter!

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

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 do to get you to sit down and talk with

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

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

was, showing willingness to back

something

is interesting.

proud Matthew is actually seeking

“Matthew, watch your words. When you need something from someone,

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

Milly was speechless.

was I

never think in conventional

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

me.”

her a cold look, as if grudgingly granting a rare favor. “Fine. I can talk to

Milly was stunned.

I main’t

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