A Film Queen

A Film Queen of Two Worlds

Chapter 300 Stephanie Panics.

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“I have always borne a deep sense of guilt and indebtedness towards you, and upon my recovery, my first- action was to seek you out in hopes of your forgiveness. Stephanic’s words rang with sincerity and heartfelt regret.

Had it not been for the self–satisfied smirk Milly had glimpsed earlier on Stephanie’s face, she might have believed this visit to be a genuine apology.

The skill in feigning remorse could have rivalled a performance worthy of numerous accolades, had a fraction of it been dedicated to the stage.

Stephanie must have harboured confidence that Xavier would come to her defence or denounce himself, despite her awareness of the evidence against her for the incident of pushing someone. That was why she dared to brazenly spout nonsense in this very place.

Once, Milly might have simply ignored her and moved on, but today she resolved not to let the matter slide.

Xavier had recently boasted in her presence, admitting his past blindness and pledging future kindness. towards her. Milly was keen to witness if, upon learning of Stephanie’s deeds, he would continue to support her or stand firmly beside Milly.

With little else to occupy her time, she opted to watch the drama unfold.

Milly’s lips curled slightly, a flicker of mockery dancing in her eyes as she spoke, “Oh? How thoughtful of you, Ms. Burnett, to make visiting me your first priority upon discharge. I’m curious, though, where were you injured that necessitated these days in hospital?”

Stephanie hesitated briefly. “I… I didn’t…”

Her injuries had been minor; they were mere scrapes. Her hospital stay had been prolonged only by her own stubborn insistence; otherwise, she would have been discharged long ago. Truthfully, she had little. desire to visit Milly at all.

During her days in the hospital, apart from Matthew’s visits, none of the Burnetts had bothered to see her. When pressed about their absence, caregivers would offer vague explanations of Jordan and the others. being occupied.

they can’t all be busy at once. Even if they are, they should be

her hospital stay, a constant

Were they to discover her machinations, the repercussions

had initially planned to silence Milly herself, but Xavier’s unexpected presence altered the dynamics

of internal injuries and excessive shock, necessitating a prolonged stay at the hospital. Despite still being in

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a scoff upon hearing Stephanie’s justification. “Injured internal organs? The audacity to claim that. I distinctly recall your energetic antics in the

her eyes flashing with

if recalling something. Stephanie swiftly masked her ire, adopting a plaintive tone. “Milly, why do you say such things? I’m genuinely worried about you. Are you upset with me? If you dislike me, I’ll keep my distance in the futur. She cried a

some popcorn in

crossed, and

this incident so boldly. Her complexion paled as she

“Oh, have you stopped crying already? Your emotions seem rather volatile.”

You b*tch!

her fists and glared fiercely at Milly, who sat smugly on the sofa, causing Stephanie

won’t be

interjected, “What

three shades whiter. It was the first time

Xavier had always stood by her gently, assuring

be fine. But

deep turmoil; his words weighed heavily, stealing her

utterance.

disregard Milly’s accusations. I never did anything she claimed! I aimed at