THE WORST PR NIGHTMARE

AFTER extensive discussion, it was decided that Astrid would take the coming week to review all the performances from the recently concluded auditions and submit his top three choices once he was done. The director and casting director would independently do the same. Once all three had finalized their selections, the final decision would rest with Director McCann, as Astrid had emphasized.

Once everything was settled, Ellis drove Astrid back to his apartment.

As they neared his apartment, Astrid stole a glance at Ellis. He had already decided he would tell her his family's 'secret' once the auditions were over. He could wait until tomorrow, but why procrastinate? If he convinced himself it was already too late tonight, he might find another excuse tomorrow—and the day after that. Eventually, Ellis might hear the truth from someone else. No, it was better to get it over with and tell her now.