Chapter 165 Kill Milly

“Mr. Tate, your tie is quite remarkable today.

“Mr. Tate, is that a bespoke tie? It complements you perfectly.”

“Mr. Tate, your tie stands out magnificently today.”

The throng was overwhelming, and Milly found herself jostled to the periphery.

Milly thought, Is this the norm for approachable CEOs now? Even actors don’t vie for roles with such fervour.

As she deliberated on whether to wait for George to finish his conversation, she caught a glimpse of a familiar figure from the corner of her eye.

It was

Milly’s eyes widened in disbelief. Lifting the hem of her skirt, she hastened to follow. Yet, the person moved with a speed that outpaced her attempts, especially in her high heels. In a fleeting moment of distraction, the figure had already disappeared.

How could they be so swift?

Milly bit her lip, her gaze fixed on the direction where the figure had vanished. She was so close, just a little further!

As she prepared to advance once more, her wrist was firmly grasped. Turning, she saw George, his expression stern, an urgency flickering in his eyes. “Why are you running about? It’s too dangerous.”

Milly, startled by his earnestness, quickly explained, “I thought I saw…”

She saw Leon.

for it did not seem to be Leon. The individual exuded an ominous aura, a palpable menace that could be sensed even without a clear view of their

did she instinctively believe it to be Leon

mind, she replied, “It’s nothing. I merely sought some water. Seeing

while

the very depths of her soul. Ultimately, he said nothing, merely gesturing with his hand. A waiter approached with a tray, and George took a cup of warm

no thirst. Having spoken, she took a few

banquet is far from ordinary. You must stay close to me and

puzzled by his cryptic statement. “What do

Chapter 165 Kill Milly.

empty cup from her hand and placing it on a nearby shelf. “As the name suggests, this gathering may seem like a simple dinner, but in truth, it will

needn’t worry. As long as you remain by

providing Milly with the transparency she

bestowing it upon Milly as a formidable guardian. Since he had resolved that Milly was the one with whom he wished to share

the Ghost Sect were mortal foes, and should they uncover Milly’s existence, they would perceive her as his Achilles‘ heel, likely acting with reckless abandon. Though he believed himself capable of safeguarding her, the thought of

a deep–seated fear of his methods. If they learned of Milly’s presence, they would undoubtedly descend upon her like ravenous wolves upon unsuspecting prey. Numerous other potential dangers lurked in the shadows, unknown and unfathomable, all poised to imperil Milly’s safety. He would not permit such risks to

Milly, no force, regardless of its might, could threaten her. Yet, this particular subject

was to tame him personally. This was why he had brought

first time she had seen George adopt such a grave defneanour. But what was he

illegal under Halturian laws. The minimum

in her eyes, as if on the verge of producing a copy

on the head, dispelling the tension that had gripped them. He smiled and reassured her, “What are you imagining? It’s not that sort of weapon.

found his words difficult to accept.

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