Kiss My Revenge The Heiress Strikes Back

Chapter 18

Arabella's audition had finally wrapped up, but the reaction was far from what she'd anticipated. Instead of the roaring applause she expected, the room was filled with a few scattered claps that quickly faded into awkward silence.

The director's expression was less than pleased, which didn't go unnoticed by the likes of Miranda and Theo.

Miranda had only caught a glimpse of Arabella's performance. Arabella was supposed to be playing a no- nonsense doctor, yet she appeared in full glam makeup with a lab coat tailored to emphasize her figure. Her appearance screamed "I'm gorgeous". It was more like watching cosplay of an adult film actress rather than a professional doctor.

The director, visibly annoyed, commented, "Too many unnecessary gestures, and honestly, would a real doctor wear some specially tailored coat? Do you think the audience is blind?"

Arabella flushed red at the critique, though her eyes flashed with defiance. Her assistant quickly leaned in, whispering, "Director, Ms. Hawk is from the investors. Both the Hawke family and the Blackwell family are backing this project."

The director's expression soured further, but the assistant turned to Arabella with a smile. "Ms. Hawk, why don't you take a break? We'll call you when we're ready."

Arabella nodded, confident that the role was hers and in no rush. As she turned, she spotted Miranda and Theo together. Her expression shifted, and she promptly approached them.

what happened to your face?"

glance at Miranda. Arabella looked incredulous. "Are

tried to get handsy, and I

"What nonsense

feigning innocence, and softened her voice deliberately. "See, Mr. Blackwell just left a mark on my

drawn in by the drama. Arabella was amused as if she heard some joke. "He tried to make a move

knew that the Hawkes and Blackwells had announced an engagement for their children the previous year,

towards them. Arabella was momentarily stunned by his striking appearance and presence. But without a word, the man

the floor. The sudden turn

had the physique of a Greek statue, broad shoulders tapering to a narrow waist, and stood there like a flawless exhibit. He seemed oddly

Arabella blinked, "You're Elian?"

Elian from a distance at an auction once. There was little to no