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.

be mad at Miss Stephanie? Being the heir of the Burnetts surely puts you in a different league. Me?

one deal with someone two–faced?

outdo them! To engage in deceit is to dive into an

it straight to her face if she likes being acknowledged as the

hide her displeasure, her face betraying a mix

emotions.

up, Milly clearly intended

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boiling with rage, Stephanie had to maintain

a reputation of elegance and kindness.

she managed,

“Actually, I might have gone too far. Considering my own simple beginnings, I’m interested in what life’s like for a rich young

edge of losing her cool.

waiting to see if the wealthy Stephanie would crack or keep up- appearances.

Stephanie, who pretended to sip on her drinks, seemed funny to Milly. Even with the teasing, Stephanie chose not to react, all to maintain her image. It was amusing to watch her sulk.

how can you say something like that?” said Stephanie, who quickly pulled herself together. She no longer looked upset or pitiful; instead, she was the picture of

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

voice filled with emotion, making her look pitiful This instantly sparked the

trying to hold back her tears,

up,

their grades, manipulating and being

we all doing well academically here? At the end of the day, we’re all going to end up working. Stephanie comes from a wealthy family; she might

isn’t she going to become famous? Stephanie could outshine her with

just jealous. Come

own! She

speechless

she being ostracized?