A Film Queen

Chapter 266 Lucius‘ Proposal

Yet, this rule only applies to work environments.

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Under usual conditions, such people are ill–suited to cultivating friendships or participating in profound discussions.

Fortunately, Lucius knew Milly was the eldest daughter of the Burnetts, so he didn’t think much of her presence beside him. Furthermore, since they were at school, Jordan didn’t want to cause any unnecessary gossip or rumours about Milly because of his own actions.

Jordan nodded affirmatively, “Alright, I’ll allow it.”

The principal at last experienced a wave of comfort, and the weight on his heart. eased.

Once the school leaders reminded Milly and Lucius of their responsibility towards Jordan, they finally turned and left.

Despite Samuel’s reluctance to part ways, Jordan didn’t want him to tag along, so he was pulled away by the school leaders.

Samuel continued to glance back, clearly displaying his unwillingness.

What a pity! I didn’t even have the chance to ask for the goddess‘ phone number and name!

Whether real or imagined, he consistently sensed Jordan deliberately obstructing his view of his goddess, his gaze tinged with hostility.

After everyone departed, Jordan finally shed the icy demeanour from his face and discreetly retrieved a silk handkerchief from his suit pocket. He delicately dabbed the beads of sweat from Milly’s forehead, his voice carrying a tender concern.

“Milly, are you feeling overheated?

“You see, I told you earlier, just take the car directly. It would have been much better. Now look at you, sweating all over.

“Why don’t you return to the apartment? If you’re interested in learning about the school, I can have Ivan deploy some drones to provide a panoramic view for you. You can watch all the school’s details from your sofa at home.”

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Jordan was usually a man of few words, reserving his patience only for Milly. In her presence, he would openly display his affection, his eyes shining with unmistakable indulgence.

brief moment

couldn’t bring herself to capitalise on such

of local universities in her previous life, viewing it as a chance to amend prior disappointments. Even amidst weariness, she found herself sincerely satisfied.

she smiled, comforting Jordan and teasingly remarked, “Don’t worry, Jordan, I find it rather

with delight, Jordan sensed her authentic joy and decided against further insistence.

money can’t buy

matter what she wants to do. Whether it’s just visiting the school or even if she

you don’t like, just let me know, and I’ll arrange funding from

and casting a shadow over her, shielding her from its rays to prevent her from

still enthralled

don’t like it, he’ll allocate funds and rebuild

indulges those dear to him by generously offering financial assistance.

linked to the Burnetts‘ bankruptcy

more she contemplated, the more credible it appeared. Indeed, in

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Stephanie, fulfilling her every desire. Now, it was Milly’s turn.

company has financial needs in various areas. Let’s spend wisely. I’ve heard about several recent

subtle implication should be clear enough for Jordan to understand, shouldn’t

momentarily, as if he had just realised something. Nevertheless, he affectionately tousled her hair and reassured. her, “Milly, don’t worry. I won’t let the Burnetts go bankrupt, and you’ll never have to

an unusual

at Jordan, silhouetted against the light, his emotions obscured. Yet, she felt an unsettling chill

he implying something beyond his

chilling voice interjected, “Jordan,

the side, now positioned himself behind them and spoke with a resolute tone in his

disappeared instantly, giving way to a touch

a sudden realisation, he had overlooked the third person’s presence!

he lifted his gaze, determination filled his eyes, starkly contrasting the warmth. he had recently shown Milly. “Are we

outright, he conveyed: We’re not close, so don’t address

continued, “Mr. Burnett, I’m keen on

he responded, “If you want to talk about

appeared on Lucius‘ face, but his eyes betrayed