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.

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

left Mia speechless. She gave Lily’s hand a reassuring squeeze and nodded.

But if it becomes too much, promise me

smile. “I promise, Sister Mia. I’ll handle

Lily closed her eyes briefly, steeling herself for what was ahead. Fear clawed at her chest, but she pushed it down. This wasn’t just about acting–it was about proving her resilience in an industry where every misstep could cost her

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Chapter 73

like Rose would undoubtedly seize the

sure about this? Mia

as determination flickered in her eyes. It was time to face her

head–on.

“Lily…”

away, his gaze fixed on Lily. Her mind flashed back to what Ethan had said

thought. Unfortunately, Ryan misread her

of a scene, caught sight of

she smile

male lead like you want to strangle him? You’re supposed

of her trance, Rose muttered an

the scene restarted. However, Rose’s attention remained glued to Ryan and Lily.

attention back to him.

smiling like that?” he

voice turned cold. “And what does that have to

frowned. “Are you still upset with me?”

his gaze squarely. “Are we so close that I should be upset with

his irritation with a smile and stepped closer, reaching out as

I suggest you refrain from touching someone else in public.

“Lily,

expression remained cold and resolute. “Let me make this

his mind, a twisted thought brewed: Break up? Before I’ve even had a taste? No matter how far you run, Lily, you won’t

“Lily, you have to believe me. There’s nothing going on

Rose and me.”