A Film Queen

Chapter 345 A Terrifying Daydream.

Philip snorted coldly and said, “At least you have some sense.”

Milly continued, I remember a saying in Buddhism, where Ren

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purifies the heart; who among us

is without fault? Grandpa, you’re a believer in Buddha and should understand this.”

Philip’s face darkened instantly when she brought up the Buddha in their conversation. He asked, “What do you mean by that? What are you trying to say?”

Milly smiled slightly and said, “Buddha sees all beings as potential Buddhas, but He does not cleanse the

of those who are corrupt. You don’t need to repent or apologise for this incident. But Grandpa,

you’ve been a devout follower for most of your life. Would you let a small matter like this jeopardise your faith? Or aren’t you afraid Buddha might rebuke his devotee?”

“You brat!” Philip panted heavily as he glared at her with a mix of anger and hesitation.

Philip had to concede that Milly’s words were like a sharp needle, precisely piercing his heart.

Her statements might lack a solid theoretical foundation, but for a believer, they carried significant weight. Because she was the last disciple of Master Nirvana, her words held even more credibility.

Philip believed in Buddhism because he had taken many lives in his young days. His hands were stained with blood. Even though it was his enemies blood, he feared that the sins of his killings might one day befall his descendants. So, he turned to Buddhism, hoping that Buddha would absolve him of his sins.

Now, if he angered Buddha over such a trivial matter, wouldn’t all his previous efforts be in vain?

He started to struggle within himself.

Milly seemed to understand his thoughts, and she watched him quietly.

was a spontaneous fabrication. For most people, such words would have little

and a ticking

wouldn’t invite such a

from the restroom. He still looked pale, and water was dripping from his hair. Evidently, he just washed

a wide circle to avoid Fiona; clearly,

began, “Milly, let me

“Anthony, come here!”

but he was interrupted by a

heard this, Anthony recoiled

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saying, “Grandpa, you’ve already hit me and scolded me. Even if you don’t believe me, do you have to keep at it? How can I prove I didn’t bully her? She’s the one who bullied me! I even feel like hands aren’t

my

expression was stern. He ignored Anthony’s complaints and approached slowly

threat of his cane. As Philip approached, he instinctively thought he was

I can swear on Jonathan’s life: I’m innocent! You can

cried for a while but felt no pain.

Anthony was puzzled.

Philip’s hand rested on his shoulder. The old man said, “Just now… I have misunderstood you. If you

bring himself to tell Anthony he

valuing his dignity and pride above all else, even the slightest gesture of

shock, still clutching his head,

Spot.

he? Where was he? What had just happened?

you won’t believe this, but I think I just stood and fell

had no

else was speechless.

fixed his gaze on

Anthony to go against their grandfather. When would she ever defend him like that?