It seemed like everyone was flubbing their lines left and right, each person's mistake adding to the delay. The frustration was enough to nearly push Director Frost over the edge as he bellowed, "We're not

wrapping until this scene is done. Keep it moving!"

Quintessa's costume, drenched with sweat, clung to her like a suit of armor under the relentless sun, making her feel as if she was trapped in a sauna.

Leona shot Crystal a knowing look, which Crystal returned with a helpless shake of her head.

Cynthia noticed their silent exchange but chose to look away, pretending she hadn't seen a thing.

Tyrone, on the other hand, was a bundle of nerves, repeatedly attempting to intervene, only to be held back by Manny.

He watched from a distance as Quintessa staggered slightly, his concern growing by the second. "She's going to get heatstroke in this blazing heat," he thought anxiously.

last take. If it really comes down to it, the director will call for a break. Quinn's just really dedicated to her work. If

voice barely a whisper, "How are you holding up?" Quintessa felt the weight of her costume bearing down on her like a mountain.

their game today. Like they've

"Yeah."

paused, and the Queen spoke her lines. As it was Quintessa's turn, her

already on

and exploded, "Quinn, what's going on with you? You're

could finish, Quintessa's world went black, and she collapsed backward, the surrounding noises fading away in an

and thought, "Given how fast you

now genuinely concerned, rushed over, "What happened? What's

the Queen, experienced as she

over Director Frost, wondering if

the gathering

Quintessa into his arms and called out, "Manny, get

Manny hurried to comply.

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