A Film Queen

Chapter 265 Two Meddling Third Parties

Samuel, consistently attentive in his studies, promptly readied himself to depart upon the teacher’s directive.

He made sure to invite Milly along, remarking, “Milly, shall we go?”

Milly paused, feeling uneasy under Jordan’s intense stare. Her instincts cautioned her that leaving with Samuel at this moment might upset him.

But if I openly stay here, it doesn’t seem like I have any suitable reasons, right?

“How about…”

Just as she was debating whether to make up an excuse to smooth things over, she suddenly heard Jordan speak up nearby again, “Weren’t you just saying you’d send a student representative to show me around the school? Let it be her.”

Milly was surprised by his words.

Is Jordan being that straightforward?

The school leaders were equally stunned, their eyes filled with disbelief as they looked at Milly not far away. “This … ”

The girl before them was clearly a freshman, probably not even familiar with the school herself, let alone capable of guiding others around.

The principal pondered carefully, not wanting to take any risks. He feared that a clueless freshman might inadvertently disrespect Jordan, which could jeopardise millions in donations.

So, he cautiously suggested, “Mr. Burnett, perhaps it would be better to have trained student representatives lead you on the tour. They are highly

knowledgeable in their fields, whereas a freshman might not …

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With each word spoken, the air around them grew colder, and by the end, the chilling atmosphere had effectively silenced any further lengthy explanations from the principal.

He looked at Jordan’s unexpectedly dark expression, appearing innocent and caught off guard.

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Are wealthy people really so fickle in their moods?

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principal’s sleeve, shaking his head to signal him to stop. Didn’t he see that Mr. Burnett’s face had already

just to visit the school. He obviously wanted

older, he wasn’t

their expressions, the principal quickly sensed that something was amiss and changed tack. “However, freshmen also bring fresh perspectives. Mr. Burnett can listen to the voice of the

face that made Milly want to cringe for

can handle leadership roles adeptly, as evidenced by

be admitted that his strategy worked. Jordan’s previously

he was heading in the right direction with flattery, quickly waved to Milly, “The student over there, come here.”

and

and due to the teachers‘ earlier reprimand, all the surrounding students had already left. Now, only the three of them

to the

as well. “Nice to meet you, Mr.

warmly at her. “Please take Mr.

and

the fine beads of

her forehead, Jordan’s

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small yard within the school, with no shade to provide relief. Moreover, it was nearing

planting of vegetation and the construction of pavilions. It’s not acceptable to have such a large area without any shade under

how the sun is scorching Milly.

school leaders momentarily speechless, unable to

if

almost ready to bow in gratitude. “Of course, Mr. Burnett, you can rest assured. We will make sure to plant many trees and build several pavilions, ensuring the students are well- protected

a cold “Hmm,” casting a frosty glance their way, as if

at his expression, and they knew

trusted Jordan’s character and believed him to be a gentleman, the fact

off the

hand and gestured to Samuel and Lucius, who were still standing nearby. “You two boys, come over

with Lucius, he walked over to join them. “Yes, Sir.”

brow, his disdain almost overflowing

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