A Film Queen

Chapter 294 Xavier’s Rebirth

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The medical team nearby were deeply perplexed this time. Was this individual behaving irrationally? Did he have a penchant for self–inflicted slaps?

Experienced doctors, wary of potential complications, swiftly sought out the hospital’s director. Upon hearing it involved a young lieutenant, the director hurried over without a word.

True to the doctors‘ description, there sat a lieutenant in camouflage attire on a bench, adorned with medals, his hair dishevelled, his face marked with irritation and a swollen cheek. Thankfully, he seemed more composed now, refraining from further self–inflicted slaps.

Having encountered the Burnetts on numerous occasions, the director promptly identified the dishevelled man before him as George. The young lady who had caused such concern for George must be the heiress taken under the Burnetts‘ wing.

The director instructed a nearby doctor, “Quickly contact the Burnetts. Their hospital relied on annual support from them; they

Couldn’t afford to overlook any requests.

“Understood, Director.”

After relaying his instructions, the doctor approached Xavier with trepidation, cautiously briefing him on the situation concerning the Burnetts‘ Master.

“Mr. Burnett, please don’t worry too much. Our hospital’s attending physician has updated you on your sister’s condition. It’s only a minor injury, nothing serious. She collapsed from exhaustion, but there’s no cause for alarm. She should be discharged tomorrow.”

His gaze turned vacant.

My sister…

Suddenly, he snapped his head up, his crimson eyes locking onto the hospital director with a mix of ineffable sorrow and hopelessness. A hint of wariness was discernible, like a lost child seeking his way home.

is my sister?”

by his question. “Eh? Isn’t she inside

then swiftly regained his composure.

his head like a stubborn child, he reiterated his point, trying to convince everyone, “Milly is my only sister. But it seems I’ve

in an air of mystery that left the hospital director struggling to grasp the full import

what is it that

The word echoed, a flicker of hope kindling within Xavier’s eyes. His previously desolate

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his haste, he nearly stumbled, driven by an urgent need. Milly’s kindness and gentle spirit spurred him. on; she must be waiting, anxious as nightfall approached. He could

he pressed forward, vivid memories cascaded through his mind. He felt a deep conviction that this was not mere fantasy; he had indeed been granted another chance. Two years had passed since Milly’s tragic departure, marked by his own descent into

clung to

his astonishment, he awakened in a

dream before death? It all felt so achingly

sought someone. Memories surged back, and he was

and alone in the mountains, even going so far as

all to be a nightmare. In his uncertainty, he raised his hand and struck his own face, feeling the

in this new life, he feared he was repeating his past mistakes, abandoning Milly

of despair overwhelmed him, suffusing his very essence. Milly was lost to him

day, meant to be one of joy, marked Milly’s first day at school. Jordan had meticulously cleared his schedule, intending to fetch her himself. Yet his plans were abruptly thwarted by a call from the hospital, bearing grievous news of his sister’s

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the call with the hospital when another call came, this time from Milly’s counsellor, who disclosed that Milly and Stephanie had vanished during a field trip. Jordan’s heart quickened, and without delay,