A Film Queen

Chapter 286 The Coming–of–Age Celebration

Milly found herself momentarily lost for words among the crowd as she overheard her classmates praising Stephanic.

Isn’t military training a common experience for everyone at camp? Stephanie’s no different from the rest of us, so what makes her participation seem extraordinary?

Does the gap between the rich and the poor really change how we’re seen?

Stephanie, with a smile, modestly accepted the accolades. Once everyone had said their piece, she humbly responded, “Thank you, but you’re giving me too much credit. I want to fit in with everyone and not be singled out for having a ‘princess complex.

Her admirers didn’t miss a beat and jumped in with more praise.

“Stephanie, your modesty is so commendable. You’re the most grounded heiress I’ve ever met.”

“Your presence is so refreshing. You make everyone feel at ease just by being yourself

“It’s confusing when less wealthy people act more entitled than you. That’s the real puzzle.”

Milly’s expression tightened, wondering if they were talking about her.

Then Stephanie added kindly, “Let’s not talk down about Milly. She’s really nice, although she might be slightly prickly sometimes. I can vouch for her being great most of the time.”

Realizing what she’d just said, Stephanie quickly covered her mouth, her eyes widening in shock.

“Oh, my apologies, Milly. I didn’t mean to say that. Can you forgive me, please?

Milly mused to herself, recognizing the unintentional sting in their words.

At first, she wasn’t sure if they were talking about her, but it soon became apparent that she was indeed the topic..

The cunning, veiled comments, which twisted the truth and warped reality with their underlying meanings, were not easy feats.

Burnetts surely puts you in a different league. Me? I’m just an ordinary person and thankful for any compliment from someone of your stature.

one deal

them! To engage in deceit is

she likes being acknowledged as the heiress. But is

couldn’t hide her displeasure, her

emotions.

title to suck up, Milly

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boiling with rage, Stephanie had to maintain her composed facade, especially after working

of

back her pride, she managed, “I

own simple beginnings, I’m interested in what life’s like for a rich young woman like you.

edge of losing

to see if the wealthy Stephanie would crack or

seemed funny to Milly. Even with the teasing, Stephanie chose not to react, all to maintain her image. It was amusing to

said Stephanie, who quickly pulled herself together. She no longer looked upset or pitiful; instead,

like me, but let me know if I’ve messed up somehow. I’ll fix it. I might not be as smart or pretty as you, and my grades could improve. Everyone looks up to you, but you seem to find me annoying because I’m not as bright.

her slim figure slightly shook, her voice filled with emotion, making her look pitiful This instantly sparked the protective instincts of their

trying to hold back her tears,

everyone’s anger flared up, rallying behind Stephanie.

take advantage of their grades, manipulating and being unkind to those who

of the day, we’re all going to end up working. Stephanie comes from a wealthy family;

she going to become famous? Stephanie

If she doesn’t see your worth, she’s just jealous. Come

on her own! She deserves

was left speechless

being