Forbidden Passion

Chapter 210 Theodore, I Love You So Much!

John detected a shift in Phoebe's demeanor and inquired with a note of worry, "Ms. Ziegler, is everything alright? You seem rather pale."

With a dismissive shake of her head, Phoebe responded, "John, there's no need for your cousin to continue his investigation."

"Do you mean regarding the man Ms. Fitzroy is residing with?" John questioned with a hint of hesitation.

"Exactly. Let's focus on preparing for the morning meeting," she directed, as she pursed her lips tightly.

Despite his lingering concern for her, John understood his boundaries and refrained from probing further. He set the documents aside and exited the office.

As he left, Phoebe leaned back in her chair, a throbbing headache pulsating in her temples.

Over the past two and a half years, she had discovered layover tickets to Poland in Theodore's pocket on multiple occasions. At the time, she had dismissed them without much thought. However, reflecting back on those tickets now caused her heart to ache deeply.

company, QUEEN, was

pallor washed over Phoebe. She had intended to dig up dirt on Vanessa

desk phone jolted her

she answered, regaining her composure after a brief

the man on the other end instructed authoritatively before abruptly

elevator, heading to the executive floor. She knocked on the door of the

I'm Phoebe Ziegler, the director at

firm handshake a friendly formality. His laughter was hearty and welcoming. "Ms. Ziegler, what a vibrant young lady! I've heard that, despite QUEEN Entertainment

you

the compliment, "Ah, Mr. Black,

as Hank Black, a prominent figure in the domestic film industry. His films, particularly his action movies, were global sensations, praised for both their quality and their box office success. "Behind every rising star is a brilliant manager. There's no need for to be modest, Ms. Ziegler. You're young and you have a bright and limitless

tough exterior was a tender heart, and his

period action film, projected to cost half a billion dollars. Despite his reputation and credentials, his usual financial investors were embroiled in a scandal, leaving him in a bind. That's when the Reynolds

as the second female lead-a heroic figure admired for her bravery and righteousness. Her character would meet a tragic end, dying alone