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

visit the school. He obviously wanted this

was older, he wasn’t

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

across his face that made Milly

roles adeptly, as

that his strategy worked. Jordan’s previously grim expression softened

the right direction with flattery, quickly waved to Milly, “The student

hesitate and hurried

very far apart, and due to the teachers‘ earlier reprimand, all the surrounding students had already left. Now, only the three of them remained, and the scene was very quiet. They could hear each other if they

bowed to

well. “Nice

at her. “Please take Mr. Burnett on a

and responded, “Yes,

fine beads of sweat

forehead, Jordan’s eyes were

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with no shade to provide relief. Moreover, it was nearing noon, and

million donation, I will donate an additional 450 thousand dollars for the planting of vegetation and the construction of pavilions. It’s not acceptable

how the sun is

left the school leaders momentarily speechless, unable to react

lightly as if he were talking about

finally 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 and rain!”

responded with a cold “Hmm,” casting a frosty glance their way,

shrewd individuals. One look at his expression, and they

at Milly and Jordan with some concern. Though he trusted Jordan’s character and believed him to be a gentleman, the fact remained that it was a young female student and an older man alone

couldn’t shake off the

were still standing nearby. “You two boys, come over here and accompany Mr. Burnett on the tour as

with Lucius, he walked over

almost

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