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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head to signal him to stop.

to visit the school. He obviously

the principal was older, he

sensed that something was amiss and changed tack. “However,

his face that

roles adeptly, as

be admitted that his strategy worked. Jordan’s previously grim

with flattery,

didn’t hesitate and

reprimand, all the surrounding students had already left. Now, only the three of them remained, and the scene was very

and bowed to the teachers. “Hello, teachers.”

as well. “Nice to

principal smiled warmly at her. “Please take Mr. Burnett on a tour of

quickly nodded and responded, “Yes, Sir.”

the fine beads

forehead, Jordan’s

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yard within the school, with no shade to provide relief. Moreover,

gaze and said, “In addition to the original 1.5 million donation, I will donate an additional 450 thousand dollars for the planting of vegetation and the construction of pavilions. It’s not acceptable to have such a large area

how the sun is scorching Milly.

the school leaders momentarily speechless,

said it as lightly as if he were talking about

processed his words, they were 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 from wind

responded with a cold “Hmm,” casting a frosty glance their way, as if silently urging them to leave.

leaders were all shrewd individuals. One look at his expression, and they knew it was time

was about to turn away, he couldn’t help but glance at Milly and Jordan with some concern. Though he trusted Jordan’s character and believed him to be a gentleman, the fact remained that

the

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

lit up. Along with Lucius, he walked over to join them.

almost overflowing from the depths of

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