Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 1259

John thought she might have been uncomfortable with the scene, so he gently offered an out. "Hey, if this scene is making you uneasy, I can cut it. Let's just stick to the original plan, okay?"

Aubree took a deep breath, her eyelashes fluttering before she finally spoke in a raspy voice, "Let's do it, director. I'm fine, really. I just got too caught up in the moment, felt the lead's emotions crash over me like a wave."

John gave her an appreciative smile. "You and Ricardo, you're both so talented, born to be in this industry. But getting too absorbed can be a double-edged sword. Remember to find your balance." "I will."

Clutching the script, Aubree nearly stumbled as she entered her dressing room.

Luckily, her agent caught her in time.

Seeing her face drained of color, the agent was startled. "Aubree, what's wrong? Are you feeling alright?"

Shaking her head, Aubree found herself at a loss for words.

at the new scene. "I heard John stayed up

past and hadn't intentionally chosen this scene to upset her. It was her own demons she was battling. Her fingertips trembled, and her

every scene, but as they approached the new addition, a palpable tension filled

in the dark alley, Aubree's pupils dilated when she saw a pair of hands reach

watching through the camera, was about to praise her reaction when Aubree

"Get off! Help!"

That wasn't the line.

known

and cleverly counter her

embolden the attacker.

his brows, wondering if this was

Sensing Aubree's distress, wanted to stop but, with no word from John and the crew's

to kiss her, a move the script said