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..

the truth and warped

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

one deal with someone

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

being acknowledged as the heiress. But is she ready

hearing Milly’s remarks, Stephanie couldn’t hide her displeasure, her face

emotions.

title to suck up, Milly clearly intended to

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to maintain her composed facade, especially after working

a reputation of elegance and

managed, “I value

“Actually, I might have gone too far. Considering my own simple beginnings,

edge of losing her

see if

with the teasing, Stephanie chose not

quickly pulled herself together. She no longer looked

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

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

when Stephanie was trembling, trying to hold back her

flared up,

advantage of their grades, manipulating and being unkind to those

day, we’re all going

going to become famous? Stephanie could

doesn’t see your worth, she’s just jealous. Come hang out with us later; we’ve got your

own! She deserves to

was left speechless

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