Chapter 300 Stephanie Panics.


    "I have always borne a deep sense of guilt and indebtedness towards you, and upon my recovery, my first- action was to seek you out in hopes of your forgiveness. Stephanic''s words rang with sincerity and heartfelt regret.


    Had it not been for the self-satisfied smirk Milly had glimpsed earlier on Stephanie''s face, she might have believed this visit to be a genuine apology.


    The skill in feigning remorse could have rivalled a performance worthy of numerous des, had a fraction of it been dedicated to the stage.


    Stephanie must have harboured confidence that Xavier woulde to her defence or denounce himself, despite her awareness of the evidence against her for the incident of pushing someone. That was why she dared to brazenly spout nonsense in this very ce.


    Once, Milly might have simply ignored her and moved on, but today she resolved not to let the matter slide.


    Xavier had recently boasted in her presence, admitting his past blindness and pledging future kindness. towards her. Milly was keen to witness if, upon learning of Stephanie''s deeds, he would continue to support her or stand firmly beside Milly.


    With little else to upy her time, she opted to watch the drama unfold.


    Milly''s lips curled slightly, a flicker of mockery dancing in her eyes as she spoke, "Oh? How thoughtful of you, Ms. But, to make visiting me your first priority upon discharge. I''m curious, though, where were you injured that necessitated these days in hospital?"


    Stephanie hesitated briefly. "I... I didn''t..."


    Her injuries had been minor; they were mere scrapes. Her hospital stay had been prolonged only by her own stubborn insistence; otherwise, she would have been discharged long ago. Truthfully, she had little. desire to visit Milly at all.


    During her days in the hospital, apart from Matthew''s visits, none of the Buts had bothered to see her. When pressed about their absence, caregivers would offer vague exnations of Jordan and the others. being upied.


    I know they can be busy, but they can''t all be busy at once. Even if they are, they should be able to make time for me.


    Stephanie''s unease grew. This fear gnawed at her during her hospital stay, a constant reminder of potential loss. News of Milly''s miraculous recovery only intensified her restlessness.


    The Buts held Stephanie in high regard. Were they to discover her machinations, the repercussions would be dire


    Hence, today''s visit was a reconnaissance mission. She had initially nned to silence Milly herself, but Xavier''s unexpected presence altered the dynamics considerably. His support, especially given their recent encounter in the woods, bolstered Stephanie''s confidence immeasurably.


    "The physician informed me of internal injuries and excessive shock, necessitating a prolonged stay at the hospital. Despite still being in recovery, my concern for your well-beingpelled me to leave earlier than advised, Stephanie exined.


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    Milly couldn''t suppress a scoff upon hearing Stephanie''s justification. "Injured internal organs? The audacity to im that. I distinctly recall your energetic antics in the pit earlier; it seemed less like internal injuries and more akin to damage to your faculties."


    "You..." Stephanie ground her teeth, her eyes shing with resentment at Milly.


    Suddenly, as if recalling something. Stephanie swiftly masked her ire, adopting a intive tone. "Milly, why do you say such things? I''m genuinely worried about you. Are you upset with me? If you dislike me, I''ll keep my distance in the futur. She cried a little.Copyright by N?v/elDrama.Org.


    This was something Milly found oh-so-familiar. If the timing had been opportune, Milly might have relished the spectacle with some popcorn in hand. Stephanie''s rapid switch to tears was truly remarkable; Milly could certainly glean acting tips from her.


    "Cry louder! You sound like you''ve been starved for a week"! Milly lounged on the sofa, legs crossed, and jibed, "Cry with the same intensity you used as you hurled stones at my hand!"


    Stephanie clearly hadn''t anticipated Milly airing this incident so boldly. Herplexion paled as she protested, "Milly, you can''t say that! That''s nder!"


    Milly smirked. "Oh, have you stopped crying already? Your emotions seem rather vtile."


    "Why you..." You b*tch!


    Her fury mounting. Stephanie clenched her fists and red fiercely at Milly, who sat smugly on the sofa, causing Stephanie to tremble with anger. Just you wait. You won''t beughing eventually.


    At that moment, Xavier, who had remained silent, interjected, "What do you mean? Did But hit your hand, Milly?"


    Stephanie turned three shades whiter. It was the first time Xavier called her by herst name.


    In the past, regardless of her errors, Xavier had always stood by her gently, assuring her that everything


    would be fine. But this time...


    Stephanie sensed Xavier''s deep turmoil; his words weighed heavily, stealing her breath with their mere


    utterance.


    Xavier, disregard Milly''s usations. I never did anything she imed! I aimed at a serpent, I swear!" she pleaded.


    Fearful of his disbelief, Stephanie


    pressed on, "There truly was a snake;


    it was an umbra viper, and they te


    ve


    ranked among the deadliest serpents. It had sumbed to


    nightshade and posed a mortal


    threat to both Milly and me." The


    Despite her honesty, Xavier''s countenance darkened visibly.


    Sensing his mounting anger, Stephanie panicked. The Xavier she knew had always harboured affection for her, sharing her disdain for Milly.


    His vexation over such a trivial matter puzzled her deeply. What had transpired today?


    Already having fallen from Jordan, Jonathan, and Anthony''s favour, Stephanie couldn''t afford to lose Xavier''s support. It would mean too little pirs for her to rely on. She must calm him.


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    "Xavier, you must trust me, everything I''ve said is the truth! She turned to Milly for affirmation, desperate. "Milly, confirm it to Xavier, please. You know it''s true!"


    Milly smiled faintly, her voice


    measured. "You wish for me to


    I


    speak? Certainly. I recall you wielding


    a stone towards my person,


    mming my hand in the process And if memory serves, we were alone together when you pushed me down,


    seeking to silence and harm me!" The


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