A Film Queen

Chapter 279 It’s a Wild Ride

Lucius lowered his gaze, watching the ballet video playing on the phone with an air of composure. Milly, mindful of his towering stature potentially obscuring his view, discreetly held up the device for him, all the while observing his reaction covertly.

There was a contemplative air about him, his countenance betraying no emotion. Milly found this disconcerting. Wasn’t he expected to be enthralled by Stephanie’s ballet prowess? Yet, with the performance unfolding before him, there was no discernible response.

Could it be that he had never truly watched Stephanie dance before?

Just as Milly contemplated queuing up another of Stephanie’s performances, Lucius’s tranquil eyes suddenly flickered, akin to a pebble dropped into a serene pond, stirring ripples of intrigue.

Upon witnessing this subtle change, Milly couldn’t suppress a surge of satisfaction. Success! Her assistant’s intervention had proven efficacious. Lucius had indeed taken an interest!

Excellent. The pieces were falling into place according to plan. Lucius’s future attentions would likely be directed towards Stephanie, affording Milly a graceful retreat from the forefront.

Milly blinked and ventured softly, “What do you think? Isn’t it beautiful?”

In an uncommon gesture, Lucius nodded thoughtfully and arched an eyebrow. “Hmm.”

At his response, Milly’s eyes gleamed with hope. There was promise in his acknowledgement.

Meanwhile, Stephanie, buoyed by the positive feedback after her recent embarrassment, instantly brightened. The earlier distress on her countenance dissipated, replaced by a hint of pride.

“In truth, my skills in ballet are quite commendable. I had a fervent passion for it in my youth, fostered by my family. I trained under Ms. Lily for four or five years, although I regret not becoming her formal apprentice.”

Upon hearing Stephanie’s revelation, the onlookers gasped in awe.

“Lily? The globally renowned ballet maestro?”

“Indeed. Who else could it be, excelling so in ballet?”

whispered amongst themselves,

whispers soon clarified the

in the ballet world, akin to Einstein in knowledge or

vivid analogies, everyone grasped the significance immediately. In their hearts, they couldn’t

to the Burnett legacy, had received personal tutelage from such an exceptional figure for

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suppress a triumphant smile, she revelled in the adulation.

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She was destined for the pedestal, to be admired and envied by

however, was taken aback upon hearing Stephanie’s mention of Lily. The name stirred her thoughts.

dance instructor before I transmigrated into the book. Stephanie should only be a book character. How does she know her?

it seemed plausible. The novel, crafted by individuals, could easily have been drawn from real life. Perhaps the author had known of Lily and chose to introduce a dance maestro with the same name to enhance authenticity. This realisation

the video, she decided to steer the

Stephanie’s remarkable talent, do you recognise her? Would you like a private conversation with her to share your

she looked at Lucius,

across his lips as he replied,

almost ready to leap for joy.

was convinced that the heir of the Scathings had shown an interest in her. If she played her cards right, she could secure a loyal ally and strong support

she stepped forward and said,

with tears of

finally does something right.

for Stephanie. In her eyes, Stephanie was an angel. She wanted

about to grin, but then a voice said, “Piss off.”

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smile faltered, frozen upon her face, her gaze locked on Lucius in utter disbelief. A pallor overcame her complexion, marking the first time she had been openly rebuffed

existence.

ago. How could he now pivot so