Chapter 75 A Storm is Coming

It was only then that Milly noticed the two men lounging on the sofa.

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The guy on the left sported frameless gold wire glasses, a long chain trailing behind his ears, accentuating his sharp jawline. His eyes, which had been smiling, turned calm as soon as they locked with hers.

If the guy on the left could be called exquisite, then the man on the right was nothing short of extraordinary.

With eyes curving upwards, amber irises, and lips the color of roses, his body proportions were impeccably balanced, resembling a meticulously crafted doll in a posh boutique display.

Milly recognized him immediately; he was a frequent sight on billboards, the popular young actor, Jonathan.

As for the man with glasses, he was none other than Xavier, the fourth brother, currently a nationally renowned scientist at the research institute.

While she observed them, they were also sizing her up.

Well, it wasn’t just mere observation; their scrutinizing gazes were tinged with resistance.

Milly was certain they harbored no fondness for her.

The exquisitely handsome man was the first to speak. “No matter how packed my schedule is, I had to swing by to see Stephanie for her college entrance exam. She’s our little princess, and I can’t have certain individuals taking advantage of her.”

Milly arched an eyebrow casually.

Was he saying this with her in mind?

He was telling her not to get caught up in pointless competition; Stephanie had always been the family darling, a pedestal she could never quite reach, a position not even her influence could shake.

As soon as Stephanie heard those words, her chin lifted a notch, casting a haughty glance at Milly as if she’d already won.

thought with a

to Milly, and Anthony caught on too, his eyes widening. “Mr. Jonathan, what’s that

even address Jonathan by

the sofa with crossed arms, meeting Anthony’s gaze

had already gripped Jonathan’s collar, anger reddening his eyes. “Say that again if you dare, Mr.

lazily raised his gaze, squinting like a regal Persian cat, but his words were devoid of warmth. “I could say it a hundred times, but the Burnetts‘

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“You jerk!”

hesitation, Anthony’s fist shot out to teach him a lesson. But before it could

you two.

it, Xavier. Didn’t you hear him?

to rein in his temper, often exploding

him. “We’re brothers. Is it really worth fighting over something so trivial? What kind of example do you think you’re

his face flushing with anger. “You guys have no idea how amazing Milly is. Why do

mock her or anything, yet you

“Mr. Jonathan!”

“What do you want?”

brawl looming between the two, Xavier’s hand ascended in exasperation, meeting their heads with a resounding slap. “Shut up! Ever heard of listening?” he

silence descended swiftly upon the turbulent

hint of discord reaching his

tranquility had been restored, Xavier’s gaze then settled on Milly, a soft smile gracing his features as he approached. “Hey there, I’m Xavier,” he introduced himself,

light off his glasses obscured the emotions brewing within, yet Milly sensed a

had maintained a distant

allegiance to Anthony betrayed a palpable

sentiments.

turn, reciprocated. “Hello, Xavier,” she greeted, her voice cool. “I’m

two took on the air of a corporate negotiation, a chilly discomfort settling between

observing this with evident pleasure, seized the opportunity

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