Love in the Limelight

Chapter 104

She’d just hailed a cab when her bodyguard shadowed her from the back alley.

When Astrid arrived at the hotel, Dale had sealed the deal with the producers.

Upon seeing her, they exchanged a few pleasantries before immediately signing the contract.

It was an agreement to be the resident guest on a magic variety show.

Carlos was tipsy, swaying as he walked. He told Dale, “You’ve signed a good actress this time, Ms. Irvine’s got the goods

She’s going places.”

“Thanks, Mr Carlos, Astrid gave a small laugh, maybe due to the high temperature of the air–conditioning in the private room, she felt a bit warm. Astrid looked at Dale, “You’ll have to get Mr. Carlos home.”

1ll get Mr Carlos home, but can you get home yourself? Where did you go drinking before this? Why are you so flushed?” Dale asked, clearly concerned. Astrid shook her head. “I’m fine, you know I can handle my liquor; just go, I’ll get a cab home.”

Mr. Carlos‘ house isn’t far; I’ll come back for you as

“Okay “Astrid nodded.

wait for me here!” Dale reminded Astrid several times before

feeling increasingly

feel the effects of the

warm, she didn’t have

before the alcohol

as soon as she stepped out of the hotel, she was

rain and windy

rotten

our magician, Ms. Irvine? No one to pick you up?” A sarcastic voice rang out. Astrid turned to see Leah and a bunch of artists.

turned her back on them, not wanting to entertain

rain was getting heavier, and she was feeling hot, so she reached out to catch some

Being ignored by Astrid now only

were grating on her nerves. “I don’t want to talk to you; why are