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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?”

at all, seeing as Mr. Tate seemed more than

share this view, she opted for

think Mr. Tate, given his position, has seen all sorts of gifts,

Mr. Tate to express your gratitude. I’m sure he would appreciate a personal

you.

looked sceptical. “Would

the twelve helicopters and the truckload of luxury goods Mr. Tate sent you?

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his gift and express your genuine gratitude could mean a lot more. As for the debt of saving your life, you

comes.”

Joy’s words.

up with encouragement.

to have

their happiness together, but she was resolved never to push Milly towards something she did not

bring them closer, even if she felt a bit

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

meeting was shaping up to be the most daunting they had

reports and polished presentations, every department

trusted assistant, had not escaped censure for something

wooden table, a sound that echoed ominously like a death

of his lips, he issued

hesitantly. Clutching his report, he walked toward the projection screen with trembling steps and began, “Hello, everyone, Mr.

expression darkened, a

“Which department are you from? If

who stuttered more intensely, struggling to find

frantically–what was he

moment, a sudden buzzing sound cut

panic among the department managers. Faces drained of colour,