Tyrone whispered, "You're awake."

Hearing Tyrone's voice, Quintessa snapped to full awareness, quickly sitting up: "How long have I slept?"

"It's still early, barely past 4 PM."

"That late?" Quintessa quickly threw off the covers and got out of bed.

Tyrone stopped her: "Where are you going?"

Quintessa tucked her hair behind her ears: "I need to get to the set."

Tyrone pushed her back down: "Look at you, you're as pale as a ghost. You're not going anywhere."

"But I have to. I have scenes tonight, and there's not much left. We could wrap up by this week. I can't delay everyone's schedule." Seeing her insistence, Tyrone could only say: "It's not even dark yet. What's the rush? Let's have dinner, and I'll drive you there."

Quintessa nodded: "Okay!"

Tyrone frowned slightly: "You're a woman; don't push yourself too hard."

"I'm not."

Tyrone chuckled coldly.

didn't bring up her car accident, nor did he offer any words of comfort, because Quintessa wasn't someone who sought comfort. Like a lizard that's lost its tail, she might hurt,

who she was, fragile yet not weak,

Tyrone escorted Quintessa downstairs.

up and casually said: "You're

had prepared a glass of milk for

brought the milk over to Quintessa, and she

Wilma add some sugar. It

wasn't a second glass and asked: "Mom, where's

York scratched her head: "You? Wilma, get him a

I feel like I'm

puzzled: "Were

laughed out loud, "Sorry, couldn't

seeing a smile finally grace Quintessa's face, felt content. He loved seeing her smile, no matter the kind - even if it was fierce or mischievous, as

when I thought you were being sensible and smart, you turn

York shrugged: "I

Quinn has

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