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.”

Chapter 266 Lucius Proposal

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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.

felt a brief

being moved, she couldn’t bring herself to capitalise on such a convenient

universities in her previous life, viewing it as a chance to amend prior disappointments. Even amidst weariness,

comforting Jordan and teasingly remarked, “Don’t worry,

with delight, Jordan sensed her authentic

it, money can’t buy happiness for

just visiting the school or even if she wants to blow up the school, I will be willing to provide her with

school. If there’s anything you don’t like, just let me know, and I’ll

his tall figure blocking the sun and casting a shadow over her, shielding her from its rays to prevent her from getting sunburned.

still enthralled

he’ll

those dear to him by

Burnetts‘

the more credible it

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

Jordan. The company has financial needs in various areas. Let’s spend wisely. I’ve

clear enough for Jordan to understand, shouldn’t

her hair and reassured. her, “Milly, don’t worry. I won’t let the Burnetts go

voice carried an

against the light, his emotions obscured. Yet, she felt an unsettling

he implying something beyond his

she could ponder further, a chilling voice interjected, “Jordan, I’d like to discuss a business proposal with you.”

side, now positioned himself behind them and spoke with a

way to a

had overlooked

eyes, starkly contrasting the warmth. he had

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

“Mr. Burnett, I’m keen on discussing a

talk

slight grin appeared on Lucius‘ face, but his eyes