Quintessa was young, but life had thrown at her more experiences than many could handle. The girl standing before her was younger than her; though she seemed composed, she couldn't quite mask the whirlwind of emotions in her eyes. There was an unmistakable mix of jealousy, doubt, and above all, an undying love for Jonathan.

Quintessa wasn't sure how she herself would act if she fell for someone, but she could easily spot the signs in others.

Cynthia's facade crumbled, and her cheeks flushed red at the accusation. "What are you talking about?"

Quintessa scoffed, "You know exactly what I'm talking about. Don't test me, and don't think about playing games with me. No one has ever gotten anywhere with doubt."

women. But the truth was, how many had she really seduced? The only man she'd been intimate with was a guy named Tyrone. And yet, the world was convinced that she was a heart-breaker, a libertine. She had thought about clearing her name, but

while, then she finally murmured, "You're right. I've been in love with Mr. Winters for as long as I can remember. I pursued acting because of him. I was so excited to get the chance to act alongside him. I've been so nervous, practicing my lines in front

Quintessa's thoughts drifted.

a chance to fall for someone, but fate wasn't so kind

luxury, a happiness that was beyond

the script in hand, ready to

after her, "Ms. Young,

got work to do, no time

her expression serious, "Ms. Young, I can see Mr. Winters treats you differently. If you don't have feelings for him, could

of me developing feelings for him? And why should I? Just because you ask

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