Chapter 286 The Coming–of–Age Celebration

Milly found herself momentarily lost for words among the crowd as she overheard her classmates praising Stephanic.

Isn’t military training a common experience for everyone at camp? Stephanie’s no different from the rest of us, so what makes her participation seem extraordinary?

Does the gap between the rich and the poor really change how we’re seen?

Stephanie, with a smile, modestly accepted the accolades. Once everyone had said their piece, she humbly responded, “Thank you, but you’re giving me too much credit. I want to fit in with everyone and not be singled out for having a ‘princess complex.

Her admirers didn’t miss a beat and jumped in with more praise.

“Stephanie, your modesty is so commendable. You’re the most grounded heiress I’ve ever met.”

“Your presence is so refreshing. You make everyone feel at ease just by being yourself

“It’s confusing when less wealthy people act more entitled than you. That’s the real puzzle.”

Milly’s expression tightened, wondering if they were talking about her.

Then Stephanie added kindly, “Let’s not talk down about Milly. She’s really nice, although she might be slightly prickly sometimes. I can vouch for her being great most of the time.”

Realizing what she’d just said, Stephanie quickly covered her mouth, her eyes widening in shock.

“Oh, my apologies, Milly. I didn’t mean to say that. Can you forgive me, please?

Milly mused to herself, recognizing the unintentional sting in their words.

At first, she wasn’t sure if they were talking about her, but it soon became apparent that she was indeed the topic..

and warped reality with their underlying meanings, were

mad at Miss Stephanie? Being the heir of the Burnetts surely puts you in a different league. Me? I’m just an ordinary person and

does one deal with someone

from them, copy them, and eventually outdo them! To engage in deceit is to

if she likes being acknowledged as the heiress. But

remarks, Stephanie couldn’t hide her

emotions.

the title to suck up, Milly clearly intended to stir the

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rage, Stephanie had to maintain

a reputation of

she managed,

entertaining. “Actually, I might have gone too far. Considering my own simple beginnings, I’m interested in what

edge of losing her

arched an eyebrow, waiting to see if the wealthy Stephanie would

Even with the teasing, Stephanie chose not to react, all to maintain her image. It was amusing to watch her

that?” said Stephanie, who quickly pulled herself together. She no longer looked upset or pitiful; instead, she was the

as smart or pretty as you, and my grades could improve. Everyone looks up

filled with emotion, making her

back her tears, Milly stood there, seemingly unbothered

flared up, rallying behind

take advantage of their grades, manipulating and being unkind to those who are nice.

having good grades? Aren’t we all doing well academically here? At the end of the day, we’re all going to end up working. Stephanie comes from a wealthy

to become famous? Stephanie

If she doesn’t see your worth, she’s just jealous. Come hang out with us

own! She

left speechless

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