Chapter 39 Orphanage Can Be Scheduled

Jordan nodded. “Milly. I’m sorry. It’s my fault for not properly guiding Stephanie and not protecting you

Milly smiled warmly and replied, “It’s all right. I’m not upset about it. Please don’t worry too much.”

Stephanie’s antics didn’t bother her at all. She just played along to pass the time.

In fact, she found it quite amusing. It brought some excitement to her otherwise dull life.

But Jordan didn’t see it that way. Seeing Milly trying to comfort him with a smile made him uneasy. He couldn’t help but feel a pang of guilt, deepening his inner turmoil.

The image of her alone in the morgue in his previous life, frail and pale

The pain in his heart was almost suffocating.

“Milly, this time, I will protect you no matter what. I will support you in whatever you want to do. As long as you are happy, safe, and healthy.”

“Huh?” Milly was surprised by this sudden, serious promise. Why would he say something like that out of the blue?

And considering the Burnetts’s imminent bankruptcy, her survival would be a concern, let alone her desires.

For a moment, she was at a loss for words.

Due to Stephanie’s unexpected fall, the school had to quickly attend to her injuries to prevent any negative consequences. The swearing ceremony had to be abruptly ended.

George sighed, looking down at Milly’s soft hair. He reluctantly said. “It seems like we won’t be able to hug today.”

His warm breath on Milly’s ear made it hard for her to ignore.

asked, “Do

raised an eyebrow, gazing at

him, embracing and nuzzling him. “Wow, George, I didn’t know you cared so much about me. If

you want a kiss too?

taken aback and received two kisses from

had never wanted to strangle his brother more than in

but burst into laughter at the sight. George brought this upon himself with

He deserved it!

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at a desire to give him

“Danny!”

his name, Danny immediately understood and handed him a wet

areas where William had kissed him until they turned

for the orphanage we discussed last time, I believe we should prioritise it

William, still innocently squatting on the

the affectionate yet dangerous

in front of Milly–it was

sleep was evident from her dark circles and tired complexion. However, her

Thank you, Milly”

in surprise at

“I have never had to worry about food and clothing since I was young. It may seem

suddenly become clear to me. including the future that used to trouble me. I have found what I want. Please don’t misunderstand. I am not asking for your help. I just want to thank

heavy burden had been lifted off her shoulders. She raised her eyebrows,

still and curled

could go home with their

her eyes showing a dependence

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