Chapter 168 The Bloodthirsty Teenager

The dynamics between Milly and George had grown increasingly intricate, recent developments adding further complexity to their relationship.

The prospect of accepting another 135 million from him loomed large. Should the Burnetts go bust, the Tates would panic. Businesspeople only had profits on their minds. They would never give presents for no

reason.

George, astute as ever, foresaw her reluctance. Surveying Milly’s pallid countenance, he released a quiet sigh. Despite his careful calculations, why did he still manage to unsettle her?

He needed a different approach. “How much is in your account right now?”

Milly was taken aback. “Huh?”

The abrupt change in topic momentarily bewildered her. “You’re not trying to sell something to me, are you? I don’t have that kind of money… I’ve got just over 150 grand, but I can’t afford it.”

Moreover, she had no interest in acquiring weaponry. The savings she had accrued solely comprised the allowance her brother had furnished since her return. She hadn’t spent a penny of it. Despite being issued an unlimited credit card, she refrained from using it–those funds belonged to the Burnetts, best left untouched. Bankruptcy and the resultant credit card debt repayment would only compound the family’s. troubles.

George’s expression shifted upon hearing her answer. His brows furrowed subtly, his visage darkening with concern.

Back at the Burnetts, Milly had amassed a mere 150 thousand in savings. It seemed the family’s neglect of Milly persisted, leaving her to navigate the entertainment world alone.

If they genuinely cared for her, why did she bear this burden alone?

Returning to the Burnetts, where she felt estranged, bereft of affection and care, Milly bore the weight of her childhood trials with stoicism and fortitude.

brimmed with sympathy, his heart swelling with a resolve to treat Milly with even greater kindness

item is 135 million, while your assets amount to 150 grand. If we go by ratio, this item is only a few dollars out

it to you, or you can pay me a tenner,

The comparison seemed accurate…

But…

is this guy

something worth 135 millionfor a

be taken aback by such

168 The Bloodthirsty

“You…

me, sir, your

the waiter

Milly beside him, he said. “Let’s

her brows and instinctively

warmly and proposed, “Just take a quick look. If you

indifference towards weaponry, by the sheer magnitude of its valuation at a staggering 135 million. The sum, she mused, rivaled the expense of half an atomic arsenal–a reflection of its perceived worth in the eyes of those who sought

so fervently for possession. “Alright,” she agreed reluctantly, conceding

a fortress than a mere storage space, guarded by foreign mercenaries stationed at its entrance. Further within, five imposing iron

her initial disinterest waning as she wondered about the extraordinary measures taken to safeguard whatever lay within. What, she wondered, could necessitate such

gate could be breached, George intervened with a grave expression. “Wait,” he urged, his eyes locked on hers with

concern.

solemn tone, George cautioned her, “It’s important you know beforehand. This isn’t just any weapon- it’s an

sought clarification, “What kind of

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