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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..

cunning, veiled comments, which twisted the truth and warped reality with

why should I be mad at Miss Stephanie? Being the heir of the Burnetts surely puts you in a different league. Me? I’m

one deal with

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

her face if she likes being

remarks, Stephanie couldn’t hide her

emotions.

use the title to suck up, Milly

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286 The Coming of Age

15 Pearis

Stephanie had to maintain her composed facade, especially

a reputation of elegance and

managed, “I

quite entertaining. “Actually, I might have gone too far. Considering my own simple beginnings, I’m interested in what life’s like for a

edge

eyebrow, waiting to see if the wealthy Stephanie would crack or keep up-

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

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

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

shook, her voice filled with emotion, making her look pitiful

hold back her tears, Milly stood there, seemingly

everyone’s anger flared up, rallying behind

people take advantage of their grades, manipulating and being unkind to

academically here? At the end of the day, we’re all going to end up working. Stephanie comes

going to become famous? Stephanie could outshine her with her

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

be on her own! She deserves to be

left speechless