The camera was perfectly set up, and Quintessa stood in front of it, getting a last-minute touch-up from the makeup artist. A few steps away, Jonathan caught her side glance. There was something about him, an air of grace that seemed to have settled over him through the years, a presence that was both calm and distinguished. "Still waters run deep"; that phrase fit him perfectly.

Quintessa smiled to herself. The city was flooded with trendy guys, but men like Jonathan were rare jewels. No wonder Cynthia was head over heels for him, lost in a whirlwind of emotions.

Director Frost pointed out an issue with the set design, urging the prop master for a quick fix. Jonathan approached, his period costume adding an aura of nobility to his demeanor; he asked, "Were you sneaking a peek at me just now?"

As the makeup artist quickly excused herself, Quintessa lightly touched her hairpin and responded with a lazy tone, "You're overthinking. I wasn't sneaking peeks; I was studying you."

Jonathan gave a curious look, "And what did your study find?"

Thinking of Cynthia, Quintessa looked up at Jonathan's gentle and handsome face, saying with a smile, "Actually, I did find something. Jonathan, you've still got it."

Jonathan paused, "What do you mean?"

Quintessa winked at him, "Exactly what it sounds like."

called for action. This scene was a late addition, but Quintessa and Jonathan, already having a good understanding of each other, worked well together. Their scenes usually only required one take unless there were other complications. That was why the crew enjoyed

tender gaze, the director called

embrace, said, "Jonathan, you can let go

still around her waist, causing Quintessa to lose her

the perfect moment

stance drew curious looks from others. She rolled, "Are you trying to

Jonathan laughed, "Considering the

ne

Snow, and seeing my nephew's lack of action, it seems you two might

I don't find that joke

out, "Mr. Winters,

a bit regretful, released Quintessa, whispering in her ear before he left, "Actually, I'm looking forward

what scene he

saw Cynthia staring at her, pale-faced. Quintessa rolled her eyes, bracing herself to be labeled the

next day, Quintessa

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