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Chapter 226 The Stubborn Matthew

Milly’s words momentarily stunned Matthew.

She had a point.

Not just in the past, but even now, he approached her with an agenda. He never truly considered her hist

sister.

But his pride stopped him from admitting it. After a prolonged silence, he muttered, “Why are your making such a big deal out of this? We’re all Burnetts. Does it really matter?”

Milly was perplexed.

She couldn’t help but let out a bitter laugh. What kind of twisted reasoning is this?

Earlier, he was so self–righteous, claiming I’m unworthy of the Burnett name. Now suddenly, we’re all family and I shouldn’t harbor resentment? He wants to have it both ways–praising and criticizing me at will. What else is there for me to say?

With a sardonic smile, she retorted, her voice slicing through the faint light, “Matthew, even though you’re an artist and not big on logical thinking, you should grasp basic human relationships. We’re not close enough for gift–giving and late–night heart–to–hearts, are we?”

Matthew’s anger flared. “How dare you-

Milly shrugged, meeting his gaze coolly. “Look at you, quick to accuse me again. You do realize what you’ve done could get you in trouble, right? Ever heard of trespassing?

Sure, Matthew was her brother, but sneaking into someone’s room uninvited was, at best, unethical, and at worst, illegal. She had a doctorate in her past life; if she chose to pursue it, she could easily involve the authorities.

Let’s see then who the Burnetts would stand behind then–me or him.

Matthew’s face turned a fiery shade of red; his breaths were coming out in sharp bursts, his teeth audibly grinding. His eyes burned with a rage that seemed capable of consuming Milly.

Milly remained unfazed. Dealing with an art student like him in a confrontation was well within her capabilities.

Seeing his intense fury oddly satisfied her. She casually sat down at the table and poured herself a cup

of

tea.

tea at this monastery was exceptional. It

perfect choice for this moment;

watching her calmly sip tea

why he had reluctantly agreed to

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sketches. But when he tried to bring those

flood of ideas, as if a dam had

was as if he were

and come to Milly in the dead of night. The issue was that when the organiser announced the list of contestents, he realised

was King,

archenemy who always snatched victory from him whenever

animosity towards King knew no bounds. Compared to

matter!

over King

the cup she held in her hand. “So, what do I need to do to get you to sit down and talk with

up, she regarded him with a mix

she had anticipated

showing willingness

want something from

Heh, this is interesting.

proud Matthew is actually seeking

spirits lift. “Matthew, watch your words. When you need something from someone, it’s polite to start with

in his eyes. “Fine. Please set down your tea cup. Tell me what I need to do for you to

Milly was speechless.

What was I expecting?

never think in conventional

be: Please tell me what I need to do for

me.”

grudgingly granting a rare favor. “Fine.

Milly was stunned.

the hell!!? I main’t asking