Too late for a second chance (Lila and Dorian)

Chapter 20

In an instant, everyone's eyes turned to Lila. She looked at Dorian, took a deep breath, and then unleashed the words she had held back for so long.

"You seem to be a dick who doesn't understand human language."

Cole almost burst out laughing. He had never expected the usually gentle Lila to curse when pushed to her limits.

Kieran missing this moment was a real shame. Cole should've recorded the whole thing down.

Dorian was stunned. "What did you say?"

"Whether you want to act in this movie is your choice! As for Zara, she isn't cut out for it. Even if the President himself came to plead for her today, she wouldn't be able to stay!"

"You!" Dorian was furious, his eyes widening with anger. "You're "

It was clear that she used underhanded tactics to steal Zara's spot!

"Yes, I'm unyielding, obstinate, and don't listen to any advice. If you want to leave, hurry up and take your "sister". We can't accommodate two royals like you here!"

Her words came out in a rush, but she felt a twinge of anxiety afterward. She wasn't the one in charge; that was Samuel. What right did she have to decide Dorian's fate?

Dorian was aware of this, too. He looked coldly at Samuel. "Mr. Grant, are you going to let her cause such a scene?"

Samuel's eyes flickered momentarily, and he didn't respond immediately. He was somewhat surprised that Taylor had recommended Dorian. His talent and popularity made him a solid choice.

"Mr. Grant," Cole said with a smirk, "Acting is a profession, right? Since it's a profession, shouldn't actors show some dedication?"

were delivered slowly, and Lila could feel an underlying pressure

chuckled coldly. "Everyone knows that the Morgan Group offers employee benefits that far exceed those

was no fool; an employee who lacked dedication would never have the

Morgan Group's substantial funding, adding a film investment is merely a small matter. Even if it means investing in the entire film, it's just a drop in

wouldn't you agree?" Samuel's gaze flickered as he pressed his lips together, glancing

as Dorian was excluded from the

movie implied that should Samuel ask for one or two hundred million,

feeling that Cole was targeting Dorian. Lila's heart tightened as she suddenly

have to live frugally. She hadn't expected him to send Cole over today. She might never have known about this situation if she hadn't

stirred within Lila. However, she also worried that Cole might overstate his defense of her. After all, the Morgan Group's money wasn't something that came

gently tugged at Cole's sleeve. "Mr.

shouldn't go overboard!" She added in her

was ashen. Zara was bewildered by the sudden events, but she knew

on whether an actor stays

laugh. Usually, Samuel shouldn't be swayed by investors' opinions, but

only had Dorian not been officially cast, but no contract had been signed. Taylor recommended him, and the audition process

that Samuel was contemplating. Samuel wanted to keep Dorian. Since it was his first time handling a task for Taylor, he felt it was inappropriate to go against

Zara, too, Samuel was no longer willing to keep Dorian. He was just struggling to think of

odds and the Morgan Group giving such a huge opportunity, Samuel had no reason to

Zara does lack the ability to stay here. If there are new projects in the future, I'll consider giving her a chance as a

given the current situation, as you can see, I have to prioritize cooperation with the Morgan Group. This isn't just for me but for the entire crew

terms, he needed the money, and the two could

His complexion shifted from ashen to

right? He fixed his gaze on her.