Chapter 36 Linda Is So Lucky

“Marshall,” Eric interjected, his voice smooth and nonchalant, a mischievous glint in his eye. “She’s expressing

genuine gratitude. Why not just accept it gracefully?”

Marshall paused, slightly bewildered by Eric’s response.

What was his friend playing at?

Could it be that Eric was trying to avoid any deeper involvement with Hadley? Maybe he feared she might cling

to him again if the truth came out.

“Sure thing.” Marshall eventually gave in, deciding to support Eric’s strange charade.

“No big deal,” Marshall said smoothly, picking up where Hadley left off. “I appreciate the gesture, Hadley.”

“Actually,” Hadley added, suddenly recalling another detail.

She extended her hand, presenting a neatly folded tie. “I also wanted to return this to you.”

Marshall looked at the tie, his smile widening as he accepted it.

“I took care to wash it, used the hotel’s hairdryer to dry it, and even ironed it out. It should be just like new,”

Hadley explained, ensuring everything was returned in perfect condition.

“Cool.” Marshall acknowledged with a nod. “You always handle things well, Hadley.”

“It’s no big deal,” Hadley responded casually, adding a shrug. “Looks like you’ve got a lot on your plate. I won’t

keep you.”

Marshall glanced at Eric briefly before asking Hadley, “Do you need me to arrange a ride for you?”

Eric remained impassive.

“No need!” Hadley quickly dismissed the offer. “I’ll catch the bus. Thanks anyway! See you around!”

With a quick turn, she started walking away.

“Stay safe on your way!” Marshall called after her.

“Will do!”

After she had left, Marshall faced Eric. “Why the insistence on keeping her at arm’s length? Afraid she’ll get too attached again?”

Eric, caught off guard by the comment, blinked. He wasn’t really worried about that; he was more annoyed that Hadley seemed to be feigning ignorance.

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along with Marshall’s assumption, Eric responded,

you is old news. We haven’t been a part of

He chuckled heartily.

found someone new in Blathe, someone

expression unreadable, his voice devoid of enthusiasm. “That

a sharp look flashed briefly in Eric’s eyes, revealing a flicker of something deeper.

a nearby trash can and tossed it in without a second glance.

day

Hadley

swing, attracting

Hadley relaxed in the dressing room until her phone rang. It was a call from someone she

from in

Mr. Webster.”

Webster, that was his full name, the assistant director who

had been eagerly anticipating Elvin’s call for several days, and it

shaping up. We’re preparing for a historical

excited

she hesitated, unsure. “I’m a bit worried about the timing.”

Elvin tried to reassure her. “Once we finalize the

flexibility was exactly

are

“That sounds reasonable.”

might you be free to

check the schedule and then inquired, “Is four p.m. tomorrow okay for

problem,” Hadley responded promptly, confirming her availability since

will we

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in Metropolitan Plaza.

her gratitude, ending the call with a burst

excitement.

gig, it was part of a major production, possibly even a movie. She speculated about the potential earnings, recalling the four hundred dollars she made in just a few minutes at her last job.

arrived at Metropolitan Plaza a little after two in the

his side, he exited the parking garage and took the elevator to the Central Cinema, where Linda’s movie premiere was scheduled.

a leading actress with East Entertainment Media–a company initiated by Ernest–was

point to support the company’s top actress. He chose to arrive early for the three o’clock premiere to ensure he was fully present for

throughout the film industry–the Flynn far

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to get his attention and possibly secure a partnership

script, would you? It might be something Miss Harris would be interested in,” one

you discuss it directly

industry veterans commented

with Ernest out of the picture, Linda still seems to have everything under

just over there. He might hear us,” another cautioned in

Everyone knows Eric’s her main supporter. It’s no

win her over.”

murmurs, Linda approached, beaming, with director Adonis Faulkner

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