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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tugged on the principal’s sleeve, shaking his head to signal him to stop. Didn’t

just to visit the school.

was older, he wasn’t foolish.

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

a sheepish smile spreading across his face that made Milly want to

everyone can handle leadership roles adeptly, as evidenced by

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

seeing that he was heading in the right direction with flattery,

hesitate and

already left. Now, only

and bowed to the

bowed respectfully to Jordan as well. “Nice to meet you, Mr.

Mr. Burnett on

quickly nodded and

fine beads

Jordan’s eyes were

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

additional 450 thousand dollars for the planting of vegetation and the construction of

sun

sudden surprise left the school leaders momentarily speechless,

as if he were talking

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

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

at his expression, and they knew

but glance at Milly and Jordan with some concern. Though he trusted Jordan’s character and believed him to be

couldn’t shake off the

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

Along with Lucius, he walked over to join

his brow, his disdain almost overflowing from the depths of

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