Chapter 24 Determined To

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Hadley’s voice trembled slightly as she spoke.

Unexpectedly presented with this chance, she just seized it, driven by necessity and a sudden impulse.

The assistant director regarded her with a measure of doubt.

Is that so?”

“Definitely,” Hadley answered, her nod decisive. “Dance is an art that can’t be pretended, and I have the skills.”

With time pressing, the assistant director checked his watch. “Okay, you have thirty minutes to master a new routine because we’re on a tight schedule. Can you manage that?”

“Yes.”

Hadley assured him. “Just run me through the routine a couple of times, and I’ll be set.”

“Is that true?”

A hint of a smile appeared on the assistant director’s face, somewhat skeptical of her claim. “Alright then, show

what you can do! But remember, if you don’t get it right within two tries, that’s it.”

“Unded!”

“Come with me,” he instructed, guiding Hadley toward where the other dancers were gathered.

“Heads up, everyone. She’ll run through the choreography twice with you, and then I want to see how it looks,”

he instructed.

“Understood,” responded the group of stand–in dancers.

Hadley nearly had the whole routine down after just one rehearsal.

The choreography was straightforward–a basic ensemble piece suited for a television show background, easily

within Hadley’s capabilities.

Observing from a distance, the assistant director was impressed after watching her performance. He applauded, exclaiming, “Excellent!”

He signaled his approval with a thumbs up. “You really nailed it! Welcome aboard!”

“Thank you,” Hadley responded gratefully.

Clapping his hands, the assistant director instructed the film crew, “Let’s get her ready. Makeup and wardrobe, please. We’re shooting shortly!”

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He hurried away to brief the director on Hadley’s quick integration.

Once in costume, Hadley joined the set, and the shoot commenced flawlessly.

Nonetheless, repeated errors by the principal actor necessitated several retakes of the scene

As the day concluded and the temporary dancers were dismissed, the production assistant approached to handle their paychecks.

“Thanks a lot.”

“Appreciate it.”

delighted to see the

than she had

your payment, you are all set

were no longer needed for

amount, Hadley secured

“Hey, hold up!”

was about to leave, she

turned to see the assistant director

from his quick pace, the assistant director exclaimed, “I’m glad I caught you in

I do for you?”

replied between breaths,

caught my eye–it was

That’s very generous of you,” Hadley

I’m thinking,” the assistant director said, taking out his phone. “Why don’t we add each other on WhatsApp? Our team often needs dance doubles, and you have the right look and skills.

was taken aback by

idea of being a dance double had never

he continued, “Dance doubles earn significantly more than what you did today. Does that sound good

better earnings quickly

“Thank you so much.”

I have night shifts, so my availability is during

The assistant director assured her, syncing their

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“Perfect! Thanks a lot!”

Hadley found herself with a resolved part–time job situation. She couldn’t

where Hadley’s roots were deep; born and raised, she was determined to remain.

again, as they had

had just made, Hadley decided to indulge in a dinner treat

bacon.

meal on the table, anticipation made her mouth

about to enjoy her

saw it was Eric. Hadley suppressed the urge to sigh

What now? Are we ready to finalize the

ever think about that?” Eric retorted, his voice dripping with sarcasm and annoyance. “Hadley, it’s not just

taken aback. What was prompting

voice rose sharply, his irritation was clear.

quickly understood, though she remained

tomorrow? Understood, I’ll be there early. But don’t call

frustration was

a

the days when she relied on him, he

independence.

Eric could continue his rebuke, Hadley interjected, “Is there anything else? Because if

hang up…”

“Wait!”

was audible as he clenched his teeth. “Where are you

we

swiftly. “I’ll make my own way

had turned

“We have to visit Grandma

appearances,

her temples. “Alright,

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“Where’s your place?”

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Eric know where she lived. It wasn’t about what he might think, she simply didn’t want

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