Wife by Day, Boss by Night by Thalia Quillspeak

Chapter 67

Natalie had no intention of stirring the pot that morning, but for some inexplicable reason, Brian had gone off the deep end and insisted she get a health checkup at the hospital.

She glanced back at the car across the street that hadn’t yet pulled away, her emotions a tangled mess, and repeatedly apologized to Rosie. “It won’t happen again, I promise.”

“You should have been more careful” Rosie gently chided, guiding her inside.

But the odd thing was despite her late arrival to the set, there was not a hint of annoyance from the crew. Everyone was exceedingly polite, almost afraid to speak out of turn.

Even during the traditional first shot ceremony, where the group would light a ceremonial candle, there was a peculiar insistence that Natalie should be the one to do the honors.

When someone suggested Natalie’s name, she froze for a moment before laughing it off, “You guys must be joking. All of you are the veterans here. It wouldn’t be my place.

The others exchanged knowing looks but didn’t press the issue.

to Rosie, “What’s going on? Did Gavin say something in front of them?”

even know you were late,”

at each other, equally

awkwardly seated at the main actors‘ table, the only newbie among them. Director Miller

gossip, leaving Natalie feeling out of

her acting… I understand, we’ll schedule her scenes

voice coming from a slightly ajar door

assured, we’ve arranged a quiet room for her, far from the male

of “Mr. Howard” and stopped in

touch a drop of alcohol,

Brian was meek

of sight until Miller finished the call and hurried back to the dining area.

continue on her way to the

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