Wife by Day, Boss by Night by Thalia Quillspeak

Chapter 166

As Natalie sat down, a quiet conversation buzzed around her.

Brian, a sensation in the business world known for his dashing looks and cutthroat business acumen, was a name on everyone’s lips, from Hollywood insiders to international starlets dreaming of capturing the heart of a man like him.

“Do they know each other?”

“He’s never helped a lady with her dress before.”

Whispers swirled incessantly by Natalie’s ears.

She sat in silence for a while before restlessness took hold. Turning to the director beside her. she murmured, “I’m feeling off. May I step out early?”

The director gave a nod without a word, signaling his consent.

Seizing the moment as the audience was distracted by a closing act and the VIP area dimmed, Natalie slipped away through a side exit.

toward Natalie’s retreat, Brian was about to stand when

interview. Why don’t you join me later?” she

slid to the hand Gracia had placed on his arm, it was enough to make her shudder and retract

word, Brian rose and strode toward the side door. But by the time he stepped out, Natalie had vanished

scrubbing away any remaining traces of makeup. As she emerged, the award ceremony had ended, and journalists were bustling about,

she passed unnoticed among the crowd, mistaken

buffet area’s lounge, away from prying eyes,

she was heading for the elevator, a familiar voice caught her attention. “I’m no industry insider, so I’d rather not comment on domestic films.”

Wright’s award tonight is well–deserved?” probed the reporter cautiously.

a few seconds

scoop, hoping to stir

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hapter 166

words left them

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