A Film Queen

Chapter 298 Into Her Good Books

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Xavier observed Milly’s countenance carefully, detecting a trace of unease. Promptly, he addressed her. “Milly, did I startle you? If my presence unsettles you, I could don a mask upon every encounter. Should even that prove ineffective, I shall resort to a helmet.”

Milly remained taciturn, her lips pursed.

There is no need for such measures.

A sudden idea seized Xavier’s thoughts, prompting him to rise eagerly. “Milly, are you in need of refreshment? Might I fetch you some water, or perhaps a selection of fruits? A banana, or perchance an apple?”

Milly raised a hand to halt him. “No, thank you. I am neither thirsty nor hungry.”

“In that case, allow me

Milly drew a deep breath. “There is no need for that, Mr. Xavier. We must have a serious conversation.”

“Woof woof woof…

Milly arched an eyebrow in confusion.

Concerned she had not heard, Xavier leaned closer and emitted two more barks in a higher pitch. “Woof woof woofl

Milly furrowed her brow, slightly repelled by his behaviour.

Is this man deranged? Has he been bitten by a rabid creature and left untreated? Does he fancy himself a canine?

Xavier blinked, wounded by her reaction. “I even barked like a dog, and yet-”

Before he could finish, the nurse from the adjoining room, who had been dozing, evidently heard the disturbance and swiftly swung the door open. “Ms. Burnett I heard a dog barking. Has a stray dog entered this room?”

As she stepped inside, her gaze met Xavier’s. “Mr. Xavier, how did you gain entry here?”

was tightly controlled, requiring a swipe card. Without someone

prevent disruptions. If she hadn’t swiped it, how had

was concerned that calling out to you might cause a disturbance, so I… entered

window? This is

seventh floor. Coming up without any safety measures in place meant any misstep could spell

disaster.

at him incredulously.

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explain, “It’s nothing to worry about,

to frown, her

were to don

helmets

dubious about the man standing before her. Why was he

purpose; the window, however, is for ventilation alone, not for

it’s late, and I wished not to disturb your rest by entering. It seemed simpler to use the window, slipping in quietly without

left utterly speechless.

uncomfortable silence hung in the

the tension and attempted to lighten the mood with a smile. “Mr. Xavier simply has

step outside for

gladly complied, nodding. “Of course, feel free to converse. If

“Thank you, lady.”

caregiver softly closed the door behind her, a sudden realisation struck her. There had

back to

to address

“Woof woof woof.

brow. Was he truly persisting in this pretence

I acknowledge my folly. Can you find it in your heart