Too late for a second chance (Lila and Dorian)

Chapter 209

Lila forced a smile. "Thanks, but I'll have to decline."

It wasn't about whether she dared or not; it just wasn't appropriate.

"Anyway, I'll go check on the situation over there." She quickly grabbed her bag and rushed toward the crowd, avoiding the conversation.

Amelia stood behind, deep in thought. Was it inappropriate to eye her boss like that? Good men should be up for grabs, right?

She silently raged in her mind. "I want to fall in love! Give me a younger man!"

Citrus Media had provided five training rooms and one large hall. It was the first day, and the teachers hadn't yet assigned the actors to their spots, so most people were gathered in the hall.

Just as Lila was about to approach the crowd, someone called out to her.

"Ms. Hart." It was a man's familiar voice.

She turned around and saw Fletcher walking out from the corner. He was quite famous, but few people took the time to talk to him.

Lila smiled gently at him. "What's up? You should be assigned to Training Room 3. You can head over there and wait."

wanted to thank you for giving me this opportunity," he said, his eyes sincere, clearly

her a small box. She glanced at it but didn't

shifting slightly. "This isn't a bribe. You know my situation isn't great right now, and many good collaborations aren't coming my way. But I can't take on low-tier projects either because

last chance. If I miss it, I might have to

"This is a token of appreciation. It's not

on the box. It was from a low-end luxury brand, likely worth no more than

I gave you this opportunity because you're capable. No matter how

smile was light,

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her fair face

a hairband,

taking back the box. "My bad. I won't take up any more of your

said nothing more. She had seen his interviews before and thought he seemed decent. Why did he seem

act for the camera? Or had the past six months of pressure worn him down,

decided to pay more attention to

left shortly after

and Teddy watched Lila, their