It was another day, and Vaughn couldn’t wait to wake up. Actually, he hasn’t slept at all since Eloise gave him the approval as Ollie’s father. Eloise woke up and saw Vaughn pacing back and forth. “You look like a zombie,” she deadpanned. “Did you get even an ounce of sleep?”“Nope,” he responded, still pacing back and forth. “Are you nervous?” she asked. “Very,” he said. “I’m afraid that he wouldn’t like me.”Eloise shook her head. “He’s been pestering me about his dad for an entire week now. I think you’re safe.”“You think so?” he asked. Eloise nodded her head. “I know so. Let’s just wait for him to wake up.”Eloise prepared breakfast while Vaughn followed her like a lost puppy. “Do you have anything else to say to me?”“You don’t have any work today?” he asked. “Tomorrow,” she responded. “But Ollie’s going to be discharged tomorrow. I don’t know who’ll take care of that. Maybe I can ask for leave—”“You have me,” he cut her off. “You don’t have to worry. I’ll take care of i
“Are you sure you’ve got it?” Eloise asked, unsure whether to leave Ollie in Vaughn's care. “Yes,” Vaughn said. “We’ll do some fun dad-and-son things.” “Please don’t have too much fun,” she warned. Vaughn chuckled. “We’ll be safe, don’t worry. Just do well on your shoot.” “Are you also sure that it’s okay for you to miss work like this?” “I’m the boss. What can they do? Fire me?” She narrowed his eyes at him. “Alright…I’ll be back after lunch. Prepare his discharge papers in the meantime. This is also the money to pay for his hospital fees. You can—“ Vaughn held onto Eloise’s hand and shook his head. “I’ll pay for this.” She shook her head. “I have money saved up for these kinds of events. Just take it.” He sighed, folded the envelope, and placed it back in her pocket. “Eloise. We’re co-parenting now. I hope you’d let me spoil you rotten—I mean, Ollie. I haven’t been there for the first four years of his life. Let me handle this.” Eventually, Eloise caved in. She’s not
“Wait, director,” Eloise tried to plead. “Listen to me, please. My side of the story is—”“My decision is final, Eloise. I don’t tolerate homewreckers in this set. Pack up and go home.”As Director Hugo left, Alina went closer to Eloise and whispered in her ears. “I told you not to mess with me.”With that, she left Eloise all alone in the office. With only herself in the room, she felt tears brimming in her eyes. She couldn’t stay here any longer, so she quickly ran out of the office and out of the set. She ignored Katherine’s calls and ran to a place far away. She sat down on a bench and started sobbing. This has been her lifelong dream. She thought that moving away to a new city meant having a new life. But why are the people from her past haunting her up until this day? She covered her eyes and continued crying when she suddenly felt someone hold onto her wrist. She lifted her head and saw Vaughn looking down at her with a concerned look. “Vaughn?” she muttered. “What are yo
“This isn’t a good idea,” Eloise said, holding onto Vaughn’s arm. “There are still opportunities to act in the industry. I don’t want to get between your relationship—““For the last time, Eloise. You aren’t ruining anything. It has already been ruined because she cheated on me. You’ve got to think for yourself this time. Is acting your dream?”“For a long time now,” she sighed. “Heck, I love acting so much that I memorized Zoe’s lines in this movie to better understand my character. God knows I’ve wanted this more than anyone.” “Then don’t give up on it. Especially if it's because of something you didn’t do.”“Can I stay in the car, please?” she softly asked.“Of course,” Vaughn said. “Wait here for me, okay?”Eloise nodded her head. She never imagined that the day would come when Vaughn would pick her over Alina.Vaughn left Eloise in the car while he trudged to the set. He felt their gazes and whispers as he walked but ignored them. He only had one objective in mind. They were cu
“What did he say?” Eloise asked when Vaughn entered the car. “Everything’s settled,” he said. “How about Alina? How did she react?”“Let’s just say she’s going to get some bad news today,” he smiled.“Why are you so happy about that?” she asked.He shrugged his shoulders. “She deserves it.”Eloise sighed. “So, what will happen now? Did they reconsider my role?”“Even better,” he smirked. “I landed you the major role. You’re playing Zoe now.” “What?” she exclaimed, not believing his words. “How did that happen?”“You’ve practiced her lines, right?” he asked.Eloise nodded her head. “Then you’re perfect for Zoe’s role. There currently isn’t any understudy for her, so I suggested you. Director Hugo has always been impressed with your acting, and this is a good chance.”Eloise couldn’t help but smile. “I still don’t know why you’re doing this for me.”“I’m making up for all my mistakes. And you deserve it. You really do.”“And Alina?” she softly asked. “Did you break up with her?”Vau
Thankfully, Alina hadn’t bothered Vaughn and Eloise since she threatened them in Vaughn’s office. Her reputation had hit rock bottom, too. A lot of people were glad that she had been removed from “Dreams Come True,” and it seemed like her career is well and over. However, despite the public’s happiness with her removal, they weren't pleased with the new casting too. This is Eloise’s first project, and although she has gained a few fanbases here and there, people are questioning how she got a lead role as an unknown actress. Today was their first shoot with Eloise as the lead character, and she was nervous about acting in the main part. “Eloise!” she heard Grayson call her name. She turned around and nervously smiled at him. “Hey.”“Hey, you!” he smiled, nudging her shoulder. “So, you’re my Zoe now, huh?”She nodded her head. “I guess it turned out that way,” she nervously chuckled. “I’m sorry if I mess up on some parts. I’ve gotten immersed with Bonnie, so it’s hard to get out of
The bustling film set came alive with activity. Crew members scurried around, setting up lights and adjusting cameras. The air was filled with anticipation and excitement as the two main characters prepared to take the scene.Among the chaos stood Vaughn, his charisma hidden behind the black wall, his face etched with longing and jealousy. As the scene unfolded, Eloise and Grayson shared tender words, their eyes locked in a passionate exchange. Vaughn’s mind raced with thoughts of jealousy and bitterness consuming him. Why does Eloise never smile at him like that?Xavi chuckled by his side, taking a bite from the cupcake he stole on set. “Do you regret coming here now? Or do you regret becoming a CEO? You should have pursued acting, man,” he teased Vaughn. Vaughn clicked his tongue, his eyes still focused on Eloise and Grayson. His eye twitched when Grayson wrapped his arms around his girl. Wait… His girl? “I told you we shouldn’t have gone,” Xavi added. “Now you’re wreathing wit
The car was engulfed in silence after Vaughn’s confession. Jealous? Jealous of who?Her mind raced with thoughts filled with unbelief. If he’s jealous, then that could only mean one thing—does he like Eloise?“Well, at least say something,” Vaughn said, a bit embarrassed that he blurted it out.“What do you want me to say?” Eloise asked, her cheeks warm. “Who would you even be jealous of?”“That Ryan Gosling wannabe,” he grumbled.Eloise couldn’t help but laugh. “Grayson? We’re co-workers!” she exclaimed. “Although I don’t really see the need to explain this to you when you shouldn’t even be jealous.”“I know,” he softly said. “But I can’t help myself.”With that, Vaughn started the engine, the topic being swept under the rug. However, the two of them didn’t talk at all during the car ride. There was still a lingering feeling of awkwardness and uncertainty in the air.They were co-parents, but Vaughn wonders whether it’d be a sin to feel this way toward Eloise.They arrived at the day