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?"

tone grew more playful. "Because everyone knows you're naturally clueless. It's

Lila to complain. "Ms. Hart, did you hear that?

you were doing wasn't exactly

he saw the closeness between them. He strode over and forcefully pulled her

a few steps before

as she stepped

eyes were locked on

for us to talk about," Lila said

We'll talk here if you're not afraid of causing a scene," he sneered, his gaze sweeping disdainfully over Teddy.

rare display of anger fueled his rage. Was she scolding him for someone he could crush

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

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

out of work? 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 for

utterly cold. Her gaze was sharp, like a blade concealed beneath the

death have to do with you, Mr. Blake? What right do you have to interfere? You keep saying there's no benefit

then, tell me what can you offer me? Watching you flirt with other women every day? Showering them with tenderness and

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