Chapter 17: Her Weakness

Chapter 17: Her Weakness

The film set bustled with activity as Imogen, the brand director, arrived early to oversee the setup. Her years of collaboration had forged a seamless understanding with her longtime partners–the photographer Alex and the makeup artist Charlie. Together, they transformed her visions into reality.

As the arrangements took shape, Imogen’s watch ticked towards 9:00, the agreed–upon start time. An anxious half–hour passed, and Sarah and her team were not seen. The assistant had already nudged them once.

Photographer Alex adjusted his camera, muttering with a hint of exasperation, “Sarah’s acting like quite the prima donna.”

The makeup artist, Charlie, scoffed in response, “No surprises there. Coming back from abroad with an air of entitlement. If she wants to flaunt her diva persona, what can we do? Can we even replace her? Not even Imogen, given Mr. Marshall’s involvement.”

The truth was known to all: Mr. Marshall had handpicked Sarah.

While Imogen held the authority to change the brand’s spokesperson under normal

circumstances, Sarah was an exception.

Even if Sarah’s behavior bordered on arrogance, they had to endure it.

Frustrated. Imogen dialed Ylah’s number, her patience wearing thin. The call rang, and then the disheartening beep of a hung–up call came.

Charlie frowned, irritation coloring his tone, “They’re pushing boundaries. Backed by Mr. Marshall, they’re ignoring you.”

Minutes dragged by without an explanation for their tardiness. Imogen dialed again and only to be met with silence on the other end.

again,

she tucked her phone away and turned to Alex and Charlie, her tone resolute, “They’ll probably arrive by noon. You two can head back for

of experience acquainted Imogen with various clients‘ quirks. Ylah’s plan had been apparent from the

the first time I’ve seen such a prima donna. She’s been working abroad for just a few years. No significant awards and no outstanding box office results. What makes her think she’s entitled to such

on me next time,” Imogen offered.

head

and Charlie left the studio.

her laptop and settle in

door diverted her attention. Checking her watch,

assistant knocked and informed her, “Director Forbes, Miss

I’ll see

into her bag, and exited the lounge.

of a smile appearing as she approached. “Director Forbes, my apologies for the delay. An unexpected morning meeting with company leaders held

Her

  1. inform me of your calls. I’ll

there was no true apology in Ylah’s

the inconvenience. There was an

graciously, “No worries, I was just about

tone cooling, “Director Forbes, what do you mean by

it sounds like.”

sort of joke? Why not inform us earlier if you weren’t planning to shoot?”

neither the makeup artist nor the photographer present, I attempted to call Director Willy this morning to apprise you. Regrettably, my calls

it was your assistant’s oversight. Hence, I felt it necessary to wait for you

wavered at Imogen’s

now. I have other matters to attend to, so I’ll be on my way. Etrust you both won’t be delayed for tomorrow’s

as she walked

glances, watching Imogen’s departing

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