The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1221:

Though relatively new to the theater, Laney wasn’t blind to its unspoken politics. Someone wielded influence behind Kira, a force that even the mighty Hopkins family couldn’t overshadow. She accepted her fate with quiet dignity. “Whatever arrangement you decide is fine. I’ll perform as directed.”

Relief mingled with guilt across the director’s face. “This is just temporary, Laney. Let Kira have her moment. The center stage will await your return.”

Laney gave a bitter smile, not making it difficult for the director. Would it really be hers in the future? Probably not. Once Juliet became Cliff’s wife, Kira’s influence would only grow stronger. Laney felt that even keeping her place at the theater might become an impossible task. The stress weighed heavily on her mind, and she sought solitude on the balcony at the corridor’s end.

Faint laughter drifted through the air from somewhere distant.

“You’re the best, Juliet. I knew you cared for me the most.”

Laney’s steps halted as recognition struck. The voices of Kira and Juliet rang clear in her ears.

put in a word,” Juliet said dismissively. “Just make sure you excel in your first center performance. Make a name

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win an award, I’ll personally thank Cliff. He must have invested quite a bit

with that?” Juliet added. “But yes, do thank him. Without

“I know.”

as she turned and headed back

onto the

eye, and her

the tinted glass, Cliff’s gaze met

locked eyes across

the main entrance, her steps carrying her directly to Cliff’s car. She moved with practiced elegance, her smile perfectly

you wait outside? What brought you onto