Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband by Isabella Reed

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Ou the set of Shades of Love, Director Young was filming an intimate scene featuring Rose and Leon. As Lily and Mia arrived, an assistant hurried over to them, holding a clipboard and speaking excitedly.

“Lily, today we’re shooting one of your most crucial scenes. It’s the moment where your character meets the male lead for the first time. The setting is a shopping mall, and during your visit, a fire breaks out. The male lead heroically rescues you…” The assistant went on, detailing the sequence and Lily’s role in it.

However, Lily’s focus drifted away after hearing one word–fire.

A fire scene?

She had completely forgotten about this part of the script. In her previous life, such a scene wouldn’t have fazed her, but things were different now. The deep–rooted fear she carried would make this incredibly dithcult.

The assistant eventually finished her briefing and walked away, leaving Lily visibly pale. Mia immediately noticed.

“Lily, are you okay? You don’t look well,” Mia said with concern.

Lily shook her head lightly. “I’m fine, Sister Mia… It’s just…”

Mia pressed gently. “What is it? Are you uncomfortable with the scene?”

After a brief hesitation, Lily confessed, “Sister Mia, I have pyrophobia. I’m terrified of fire.”

Mia’s expression shifted to one of alarm. “Lily, should I speak to Director Young? Maybe we can adjust the -scene or find an alternative. Your health is more important.”

Before Mia could walk away, Lily grabbed her hand, stopping her. Taking a deep breath, she said with determination, “No, Sister Mia. I can do this. I have to.”

“But Lily-

“I’m still new to this industry. If I start asking for changes now, people will say I’m difficult to work with or making excuses. You know how people talk, especially someone like Rose.”

Mia hesitated, her brows furrowed with worry, but Lily continued.

just give people more ammunition against me. I can’t let that

soft, carried a resolute strength that left Mia speechless. She gave

Lily. If you’re sure… But if it becomes

faint smile. “I promise, Sister Mia. I’ll handle it.”

Fear clawed at her chest, but she pushed it down. This wasn’t just about acting–it was about

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unnecessary gossip. Opportunists like Rose would undoubtedly seize the chance to tarnish Jer reputation.

about this? Mia asked softly.

flickered in her

head–on.

“Lily…”

voice. Ryan stood a few feet away, his gaze fixed on Lily. Her mind flashed back to what Ethan had said in the car: When you see him, just kick him.

Unfortunately, Ryan misread her expression, assuming she was smiling because of him. He

was in the middle of a scene, caught sight of the interaction. Her focus shattered.

smile at

Director Young’s sharp voice echoed across the set. “Rose! Why are you glaring at the male lead like you want to strangle him? You’re supposed to act shy

of her trance, Rose muttered an apology.

glued to Ryan and Lily. Her repeated mistakes began to frustrate

back to him. The smile vanished from her face.

like that?”

“And what does

frowned. “Are you still upset

his gaze squarely. “Are we so close

knitted together at her dismissive tone, but he masked his irritation with a

Ryan, I suggest you refrain from touching someone else in public. I’d rather not be labeled

aback. “Lily, what

this simple,

I’ve even had a taste? No matter how

have to believe me. There’s nothing going

Rose and me.”