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It was already part eleven. Jay usually should be asleep by now, right?Still, Zoe quickly replied, along with a bowing emoji: [Okay. Thank you, Mr. Parker.]Jay did not reply, while Zoe tapped on the file to see that it was an analysis on the character she would play.It dissected the character's personality with far more detail than the original script, and the contents painted a vivid image. Everything was listed elaborately, down to the instance of when the character should show which expression. She read it silently until the last sentence. [The character is minor, but she still carries weight. Do your best.]Zoe smiled for some reason—it was really out of character for Jay to write something so cringeworthy.Maybe an assistant helped with this? Everyone in the group must have a thorough breakdown like this too, and it would be difficult if Jay's group did not win with such detailed script.Holding the script, Zoe stood before her mirror and played her character severa
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Once Jay arrived, everyone gathered around him, and he said, "Continue the rehearsals as arranged yesterday. Let's go a few rounds before we dissect the details. Zoe, you missed out yesterday, so try to blend in or practice solo if you can't.""Yes, Mr. Parker." Everyone dispersed and proceeded to start the rehearsals.Zoe blended in quickly, mostly because the script she was given yesterday proved very useful. She had rehearsed her role twice at home and quickly found the right mood to play her character. And with other characters to play off her role now, she got into character even quicker.By the time the first rehearsal was over, everyone was surprised by Zoe's performance.Her performance from yesterday was a stark contrast to the one she showed today—while she had been distracted and muddle-headed yesterday, she played her character down to a tee today.They had thought her character insignificant and uninteresting, but her performance painted it with bright colors. Eve
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Suddenly, the director appeared beside her. "Zoe."Zoe promptly rose to her feet, appearing perfectly respectful. "Mr. Rubio.""It's fine, sit." Arthur Rubio quickly gestured. "No need to be so formal. You've not been speaking much or drinking… Not used to showbiz now that it's been a while?"In reality, she did not have to attend social dinners in the past, since she was busy filming commercials—her manager could never arrange for her to attend any."Just a little out of practice." Zoe smiled, quickly poured herself a glass full, and said, "A toast to you, Mr. Rubio.""Thank you." Arthur did not reject her offer, and they both chugged their drinks."You can really stomach your alcohol," Arthur praised."No, I don't usually drink," Zoe was certainly aware that there were plenty others who would hide their ability to stomach alcohol, or they would be goaded into drinking more than they would like."I'm honored. Here, let's have another drink," Arthur said eagerly.Zoe had no c
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Zoe headed into the washroom, every fiber of her being aggravated.She looked at her reflection in the mirror, which had not much in the way of makeup or jewelry. She did not like putting on makeup personally since she spent so much time on stage with thick makeup, and she therefore preferred a clear face.To be honest, she had no idea why Arthur was interested in her—she was neither the prettiest nor the most talkative actress present.Could it be because she had no influence?Zoe splashed her face with cold water then.She knew all too well that if she spurned Arthur's advances, she would be dismissed by the next stage and had no chance to hope otherwise.After all, showbiz was a web of influence—one misstep and her career would suffer indefinitely.But if she did not reject him… She had a hard time ignoring her conscience. She never thought she would have to assume this path since she started out in showbiz.In the past, she had support and she gained confidence from t
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Zoe cut Jay short right then. "Forget it—none of that actually matters now. It's the distant past and I couldn't care less. But understand this: I didn't come back to make you feel guilty or win your sympathy. In fact, I would've rather not shown up around you at all, because all I want is to properly live my life. So, please stay away from me."Zoe shook his hand off as hard as she could.Jay had to stand while leaning on a cane, and her shove left him stumbling a couple steps backward.By the next second, she already stormed off without so much as looking back. Jay's fingers clenched, but he stayed silent.-When Zoe returned to the couch, Arthur was clearly getting a little impatient. Other actors were sitting next to him, having come to toast him, so Zoe sat near the edge.After Arthur was done socializing with them, she finally returned to her seat."What took you so long?" he growled."Just ran into Mr. Parker, and we had a little chat." Zoe casually came up with an e
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Zoe stayed silent, though she was already cursing Jay in her head.She was planning to get Arthur completely drunk, but what he said cut off his escape.Nonetheless, Jay suddenly said, "Mr. Rubio, you don't mind me leaving with Zoe, right?'Both Zoe and Arthur were left taken aback, while Jay explained, "Our group still has rehearsals tomorrow, and Zoe's performance would be affected if she gets drunk. In fact, every member of my group would be leaving with me… I'm sure there's no issue with that?"Zoe quietly composed herself, since she was getting agitated.It was fortunate that Jay was taking everyone with him instead of her alone—there would be a lot of explaining to do otherwise. "But isn't this too early? It's not even ten," Arthur quickly said. "Young people normally sleep at midnight these days.""They will be in bad shape when they wake up the next day. Unlike other professions, actors easily get swollen faces, and that would affect their performance on stage.""It's
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It was Zoe's own fault that her apartment was furthest from the city.And with the two other actors gone, the car was exceedingly silent."Wipe it," Jay suddenly said and handed her a wet towel. Zoe took it and wiped her lips by instinct, unsure if she had something on it."Your arm," Jay prompted her then.Zoe paused, but soon remembered that Arthur had touched every inch of her arm.Jay was still a clean freak, huh?Still, she wiped her arm without a word, while Jay said, "I don't know what will happen in the future, but as long as I'm involved in this variety show, I can protect you from the casting couch.""Thank you," she replied.Even she had to admit that Arthur would not be coming on to her after tonight, since Jay had assumed all responsibility. Naturally, she also had an excuse against any attempts Arthur would make to harass her.Then, Jay began, "What happened in the past—""Stays in the past, so leave it," Zoe said, cutting him short. "Just forget all that unpl
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As Cordy rushed to the airport with Richard, he asked nervously, "Did something bad happen, Mommy?"She never looked this grim."Yeah. Your great-grandfather is ill.""Is it serious?""Yeah."Richard stopped asking at that point, understanding his mother's concerns immediately.Once they touched down at the capital, the car Sean had arranged took her straight to an aristocratic private hospital, where the entire first floor was now completely reserved for Jesse Cranston's use.Sean was waiting just as she got out of the elevator, and she asked, "How is he?""The doctors already operated on him. He's in the ICU now.""The danger has passed?""No. He never regained consciousness, and the doctors said it doesn't look good," Sean said grimly.Cordy did not ask further questions and took Richard with her to the ICU. There were many people crowded outside, with every member of the Cranston family and even some of the Lynds present, including Jean Cranston, Nana, and Lucas.Cord
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