Wife by Day, Boss by Night by Thalia Quillspeak

Chapter 90

Ten minutes were gone when Natalie finally sat down in the makeup chair. She was cast as the freshly–minted adult daughter of a prominent family, requiring a rather minimalist makeup look that the makeup artist could apply with swift expertise.

“Unbelievable! The whole crew is waiting on a third lead,” Sofia’s voice echoed outside the door. The makeup artist was noticeably agitated, sweating profusely over the potential for more

delays.

Catching the anxious glance of the makeup artist. Natalie suggested, “Let’s take a brief pause.”

After all, it was unlikely that the makeup would turn out well in such a frenzy.

Minutes later, Natalie emerged in a large–sleeved black satin dress like a vintage evening gown and hurried onto the set.

“Sorry for the wait, everyone,” she said, her voice tinged with genuine regret as she apologized

to the crew.

When Natalie stepped in, most on set seemed ready to forgive her, regardless of the reason for her delay.

across as elegant. Yet, she looked unexpectedly stunning in the slightly oversized black satin dress, which should have been. ill–fitting. The dress flowed with an elegance that suggested

such a natural look? That was a first for many

Sofia gave Natalie a thorough once–over and couldn’t help but frown.

young, influential general’s wife, and in previous scenes, she had held her own against the leading lady, praised for her dazzling beauty.

Natalie, the difference was stark. One was the essence of a refined lady. and the other, more like a plain maid by

high heels, was still slightly

comprehensive outshining..

was a

a cold sweat. Caught between a notorious diva and a breathtaking beauty with powerful connections, he

agreed readily, her humble demeanor making Sofia’s earlier irritability seem even more petty

went silent for a few seconds

Let’s just start

for the first time, encountering a lack of respect from the family, particularly

two actresses took their positions in the living room set and began their dialogue.

was already deep in character, slipping into the role effortlessly. In contrast.

moment to review your lines?” suggested a crew member. unable to hide