Chapter 69

Simone Milton is very annoyed right now. If it weren’t for Truda Lambert’s fame and her fairly good relationship with the Arthur Group, she would have already told Nick Arthur how upset she was.

She believed that if she told Nick Arthur about this, he would surely stand up for her. Then, she wouldn’t have to deal with so many troublesome situations.

But she didn’t want to. Nick Arthur was already very busy most of the time. If she bothered him with her trivial matters, it would be overreacting.

After learning about Simone Milton’s thoughts, Marian was completely speechless.

In Marian’s mind, Truda Lambert and her like-minded people were simply detestable for their aggressive behavior.

The best way is to tell Nick Arthur about this, so that Nick Arthur can bring justice to their case.

I believe that by then, both Katie Adams and Truda Lambert will receive the punishment they deserve.

Unfortunately, every time she brought up this idea, Simone Milton rejected it mercilessly.

“It’s not a big deal anyway. If I told Ayen about everything, then I’d be completely useless! Besides, don’t you think that lately, I’ve been targeted less often?” Simone Milton said, wearing a faint smile.

She seemed pleased with the fact that she had fewer troubles these days. The smile on her face grew even brighter.

Hearing this, Marian was even more speechless: “Isn’t it only natural that the time I’m targeted for becomes less?”

“Because right now, you don’t go anywhere except for filming, so you avoid meeting them.”

“Even if they wanted to pick a fight with you, they wouldn’t have any chance to do so!”

Watching Simone Milton deceive herself like this, Marian felt utterly helpless.

They could have been more firm instead.

But for some inexplicable reasons, it was impossible to take action against Truda Lambert and the others.

It’s really frustrating.

Seeing Marian’s frustrated expression, Simone Milton felt extremely embarrassed. She put her arm around Marian’s shoulders and smiled.

“Marian, please don’t be like this! I know you’ve been going through some difficult times these days. How about I take you out for a nice meal to make you feel better?” Simone Milton looked at the sullen Marian and came up with an idea.

Hearing this, Marianne’s gaze shifted slightly, and she looked at Simone Milton with disbelief.

“Really taking me out? Weren’t you saying you wouldn’t go anywhere these days? I hope you’re not just ordering takeout for me to eat!” Marian crossed her arms, skeptical of Simone Milton’s words.

Seeing Marian’s skeptical expression, Simone Milton immediately put on a flattering smile. She affectionately rubbed her face against Marian’s, acting all coquettish.

“Don’t do this… Am I that kind of person? Since I said I’d take you out, of course I’m not just going to get takeout for you!” Simone Milton said sternly.

“If that’s really the case, that would be great. Please, don’t lie to me!” Marian agreed, with some reluctance.

Simone Milton made a “yes” gesture with her hands in her mind, then went out to eat with Marian.

Her idea was simple: as long as she was careful, she could easily avoid Truda Lambert and the others. In that way, she wouldn’t have to put up with those two people’s troubles.

Soon, they arrived at the film city. There was a restaurant with delicious food. Marianne ordered a whole table of dishes with great enthusiasm, while Simone Milton found all the food completely unappealing.

But that doesn’t matter. After all, this meal was prepared for Marian. It doesn’t really matter whether Simone Milton eats it or not.

With her mind elsewhere, Simone Milton couldn’t help but think of Katie Adams.

Katie Adams, who had once been pushed aside by her, is now making a comeback with overwhelming force, once again catching everyone’s attention.

She could even say that, with Truda Lambert’s help, maybe Katie Adams would soon be able to surpass her, just as it was described in the original story—reaching the pinnacle in no time.

Yes, Truda Lambert is fully capable of doing this.

If she remembers correctly, it was probably during this time that Truda Lambert got access to some really great film opportunities.

This movie asset was easily given to Katy Adams by Truda Lambert. In fact, Truda Lambert even helped Katy Adams become a superstar overnight, turning her into a true goddess.

Perhaps she shouldn’t compete against Katie Adams anymore. For now, she might as well take a backseat and avoid the limelight, so as not to end up being just another “sacrificial lamb” before Katie Adams reaches the top.

Although this reasoning makes sense, and it’s also the only way to ensure her safety for now.

But Simone Milton wasn’t willing to accept that. She refused to shut up about such things, and she certainly wouldn’t let Katie Adams take the limelight from her.

And besides everything else, even if she truly wanted to go into seclusion, her team behind her would never allow her to do so.

This is an unsolvable problem. If only there was a way to ruin Katie Adams’ resources this time around.

This idea merely flashed through Simone Milton’s mind before disappearing quickly.

It goes without saying that Truda Lambert, as Katie Adams’ longtime “backup option,” would never allow him to stop supporting Katie Adams.

Rather than thinking about that, she might as well consider what to have for dinner today.

After dinner, Marianne went back to the hotel where she and Simone Milton were staying. By sheer coincidence, they ran into Truda Lambert and Katie Adams, who were dressed up in full costume and strolling down the street.

Trudie Lambert and Katie Adams were dressed very warmly. How did Simone Milton and the others manage to recognize them?

Actually, Simone Milton and the others didn’t recognize her at first. It was Katie Adams who suddenly called out to her, thereby revealing her identity.

“Miss Milton, I never expected to run into you here by chance… I haven’t seen you much lately. Could it be that you’re trying to avoid me?” Katie Adams knew full well how Simone Milton felt toward her, but pretended not to and asked deliberately.

For her, how could a little fairy like her possibly know so much?

Of course, she wasn’t shy about expressing her doubts and asked questions accordingly.

Didn’t you notice Truda Lambert beside you? Her questions made her look genuinely touched. That’s proof enough that her tactics are effective.

Upon hearing Katie Adams’ words, Simone Milton sneered inwardly. She thought, “Everyone’s a ‘fox’ after all these years. What’s the point of playing these fairy-tale games? And you act so convincing too!”

Although that’s what she thought in her heart, Simone Milton appeared very polite on the surface. She smiled and said:

“Miss Katie Adams, you’re probably overthinking things. I simply don’t have the time to avoid you all.”

“I’ve just been a bit busy lately, so I probably won’t be at the set very often these days.”

“On the contrary, it seems like something good is about to happen, with Mr. Lambert and you acting so carefree and unreserved.”

Simone Milton brought up her doubts at just the right moment to change the subject. Her words were laced with humor, suggesting that she seemed to understand the relationship between the two of them without any need for words.

However, in Katie Adams’s opinion, Simone Milton’s words were truly disgusting.

Perhaps, only she could see the malice hidden in Simone Milton’s words.