?<strong>Chapter 1146:</strong>


    Evie looked at him with a mix of surprise and admiration. But as her thoughts turned to her own reasons for joining the show, she pulled him aside, away from the cameras.


    “Even though you’re a nice guy, listen to me—do not, under any circumstances, get too close to Milly again. The number of fans who ship you two as a couple is already too high.”


    Watkins frowned.


    “It’s normal for fans to ship us after the drama.


    Milly’s a wonderful person, so what’s the problem with me being close to her?”


    He looked at Evie with a hint of confusion.


    “I know you and Milly are good friends, but don’t you think it’s important to respect her freedom to make her own friends?”


    “I hope you won’t say things like that again, Evie.”


    Watkins stepped out from the shadows, setting the tter in his hands down on thewn table. As his gaze lifted, he caught sight of Milly emerging from the vi, carrying more ingredients.


    A rush of memories flooded his mind, and he couldn’t help but recall the first time he had seen Milly. Amidst a noisy crowd, she had walked straight toward him, catching his eye.


    His emotions flickered but quickly vanished, and he made his way over to her.


    “Milly, is there anything else I can help with?”


    Milly shook her head, a small smile on her lips.


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    “Everything’s out. Once they’re marinated, we can start barbecuing.”


    The production crew, aware that Milly and Watkins were the heart of the show’s appeal, had already ensured the scene was captured.


    “Make sure this shot is perfect. That moment when they walk toward each other at sunset—it has to be stunning.”


    At the director’smand, the post-production crew jumped into action, eager to work their magic.


    The filming week seemed to pass in the blink of an eye, and online, rumors about Milly and Watkins grew with each passing day. Fans were convinced they had undeniable proof of a romance.


    The “Milly and Watkins” Twitter ount pinned a particr video to the top of their feed.


    In the video, Milly and Watkins, along with the other participants of the show, gathered around a crackling campfire, chatting, eating barbecue, and drinking. While chatting, Jerome led the conversation toward Milly and Watkins.


    Jerome nced at Milly, offering her a freshly grilled sausage. With a mischievous grin, he asked, “Milly, your drama with Watkins just wrapped up, and it’s been a hit with so many viewers. I’m curious—do you think the character you yed is anything like you?”


    Milly had never been one to speak much on the show, but her calm demeanor, the coolness in her expressions, and her dependable nature had earned her a devoted following. Jerome’s question brought all eyes to her.


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