Chapter 106

Dorian's adoration and flattery from everyone around him reignited his confidence, and his frustration from Lila's rejection dissipated.

He initially thought that with his position and resources, she would regret her choices and return to him. But after several days without any sign of her, he decided to take the initiative, thinking she should see his sincerity—even amidst his busy schedule, he would still make time for her.

Before acting on his plan, he saw her at his own film set. At that moment, she was helping Teddy adjust the buttons on his costume.

Dorian's expression darkened instantly, his mood turning sour.

"You need to fasten it this way. Didn't the costume instructor teach you?" Her

voice was soft, like that of a kind and patient older sister.

Teddy's eyes widened. "I'm done for. I've worn this costume several times already. When the show airs, will the audience mock me for being clueless?"

Jamie, who was standing nearby, put down her script and teased, "If it were someone else, maybe. But you? Everyone will just think it's normal."

"Why?"

knows you're naturally clueless. It's no surprise when

you hear that? She's

were doing wasn't exactly wrong, but this looks

closeness between them. He strode over and forcefully pulled her

pull made her stumble a few steps before regaining her

as she stepped between them. "What's

His eyes were locked on

us to talk about,"

his gaze sweeping disdainfully over Teddy. "Are

fueled his rage. Was she scolding him for someone he could crush

with him? All your years of hard work, and this is how you throw it away? Look at yourself: how far have you fallen since you

at her icy expression, his brows furrowed further. "Everyone in the industry knows we were together for years. Will

happens when you're out

pointed at Teddy, scoffing. "Are you expecting someone like him, who can't even afford a house, can't pay for a maternity center if you get pregnant, and can't manage ten thousand a month

gaze was

or death have to do with you, Mr. Blake? What right do you have

me? Watching you flirt

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