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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..

veiled comments, which twisted the truth and warped reality with their underlying

the heir of the Burnetts surely puts you in a different league. Me? I’m just an ordinary person and thankful for any compliment from someone

deal

and eventually outdo them! To engage in deceit is to dive

to her face if she likes being acknowledged

couldn’t hide her displeasure, her face betraying a

emotions.

to suck up, Milly clearly intended

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maintain her composed facade,

of

pride, she managed,

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

the edge of losing

eyebrow, waiting to see if the wealthy Stephanie

moment, Stephanie, who pretended to sip on her drinks, seemed funny to Milly. Even with the teasing, Stephanie chose not to react, all to maintain her image.

together. She no

really want us to be friends. You might not like me, but let me know if I’ve messed up somehow. I’ll fix it. I might not be as smart or pretty as you, and my grades could improve. Everyone looks up to you, but you seem to find me annoying because I’m not as bright. I’m really sorry for

those words, her slim figure slightly shook, her voice filled with emotion, making her look pitiful This instantly

was trembling, trying to hold back her tears, Milly stood there, seemingly unbothered

flared

of their grades, manipulating and being unkind to those

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 family; she might end up working

become famous?

be upset. If she doesn’t see your worth, she’s just jealous.

her be on her own! She deserves to be

left speechless