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Chapter 136 Embracing the Grace of Saving Lives

Joy’s expression turned earnest as she remarked, “After he saved you, he didn’t try to capitalise on your fame or accomplishments. He just left quietly, not asking for anything in return. Isn’t that a sign of true allection?

Milly, doesn’t that touch you at all?”

Milly looked at her steadily, a hint of amusement in her tone. “Your imagination is quite vivid. You should consider scriptwriting. It’s a waste for you to just be an assistant.”

Joy laughed and settled beside her, still convinced of her perspective. “Milly, I truly think Mr. Tate cares about you.

George cares about me?

Milly had never really considered it, not seriously.

Her past experiences had taught her to be wary of men, their intentions often less than noble, and this included George.

If it had been Neal who had saved her, dealing with the obligation might have felt simpler. However, with George, matters are significantly complicated.

Milly was already tangled up with him due to a previous incident involving a bracelet, and now, this life- saving event further entwined their lives, igniting a mix of emotions.

As an assistant, Joy was adept at reading nuances in behaviour. Noticing Milly’s furrowed brow and the irritation in her eyes, she sensed there was more to Milly’s feelings.

With a gentle voice, Joy asked after pursing her lips, “Milly, does the thought of owing Mr. Tate bother you?”

That question resonated deeply with Milly.

She nodded slowly, her voice low. “Yes, I don’t like owing people favours.”

Milly’s eyebrows furrowed, her voice carrying a note of frustration. ‘Do you have any suggestions?”

favour at all, seeing as Mr. Tate seemed more than willing to help Milly without

not share this view, she opted

Mr. Tate, given his position, has seen all sorts of gifts, so traditional presents might not impress him much,”

your gratitude. I’m sure

you.

looked sceptical. “Would that really be

confidently. “Absolutely! Just think about it–aside from the life–saving incident, remember the twelve helicopters and the truckload of luxury goods Mr. Tate sent you? Clearly, material things

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136 Embracing the Grace

to acknowledge his gift and express your genuine gratitude could mean a lot more. As for the debt of saving your life, you can look for ways to reciprocate over time when

comes.”

words. “I’ll give it a try,”

eyes lit up

have a fondness for Milly, though Milly herself seemed unaware of

and hoped for their happiness together, but she was resolved

this phone call might bring them closer, even if she felt

hall, the normally unflappable department managers found themselves on edge, discreetly wiping

was shaping up to be the most

and polished presentations, every department had

trusted assistant, had not escaped censure for something as minor as

solid wooden table, a

brief parting of his lips, he issued

word, a middle–aged man with a noticeable beer belly and receding hairline stood up hesitantly. Clutching his report, he walked toward the projection screen with trembling steps and began, “Hello, everyone, Mr.

could finish his introduction, George’s expression darkened, a

as expected, he interrupted sharply, “Which department are you from? If you can’t

man, who stuttered

was he supposed to

sudden buzzing sound

colour, they fumbled for their phones, each praying that the disruptive noise