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..

truth and warped reality with their underlying meanings, were

why should I be 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 thankful for any compliment from someone of your stature. How

one deal with

simple. Learn from them, copy them, and eventually outdo them! To

straight to her face if she likes being acknowledged as the heiress. But

Stephanie couldn’t hide her displeasure, her face betraying

emotions.

title to suck up, Milly clearly intended to stir the

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Stephanie had to maintain her composed facade, especially

of

pride, she managed, “I value

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

was on the edge of

if the wealthy Stephanie would crack or keep

her drinks, seemed funny to Milly. Even with the teasing, Stephanie chose not

something like that?” said Stephanie, who quickly pulled herself together. She no longer looked upset or

know if I’ve messed up somehow. I’ll fix it. I might not be as smart or pretty as you, and my grades

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

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

anger flared up, rallying

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

good grades? Aren’t we all doing well academically here? At the end of the day, we’re all going to

become famous? Stephanie could outshine her

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

let her be on her own! She deserves to be looked down

left

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