Nina did not want to argue, so she nodded in agreement.

Just then, the director called for everyone to gather. She took Orion's hand and started walking toward the meeting point, but Miss Flores stepped in front of them.

She pulled Nina aside and took Orion's hand instead. When Orion tried to pull away, she tightened her grip, causing tears to well up in his eyes.

Nina quickly intervened, pushing Miss Flores aside and sternly asking, "Are you trying to hurt him on purpose?"

Miss Flores looked hurt and defensive. "Orion's mom, you've misunderstood. I was just trying to bond with him, I didn't mean to hurt him." She crouched down to Orion's level and added, "I'm sorry, Orion. Did I hurt you? That was my mistake. I'll be more careful next time and won't grip so hard."

Nina didn't give her another chance and scooped up Orion, heading directly toward the director. The film crew was much larger this time, with many more people involved.

Miss Flores quietly approached Nina, subtly reminding her not to leave her out. Since Miss Flores didn't want to make a scene, Nina decided to let it go without further comment.

The opening ceremony was simple, with the veterans busy handling most of the tasks. The younger actors, like Orion, were seated under umbrellas to watch. Miss Flores hovered nearby, taking over Nina's role by offering Orion fruit and water. She was attentive, even diligent.

and thought she

can only have one person accompanying him on

Orion hasn't spent much time with anyone else. He'll be more comfortable with me

her decision without hesitation. The director seemed

and angrily confronted Nina, pulling her aside while she was resting. "When the director asked who should stay, why didn't you tell me? Usually, it's the agent who

gave a small, knowing

"I get what

remember, you're just net

temporary

agent. Know your limits."

anger and embarrassment. She opened her mouth to say something, but eventually just walked away without another word. Orion, remembering his grandfather's advice, watched the exchange. Once Nina turned her attention back to

him. "Why the sudden gift? Well, thank

around to see if anyone was watching. Sensing an opportunity,

are we going?" Orion

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