The next morning I saw Little Moon feeling a bit down but I cannot think of a valid reason for her to be so. Ted also looked at me with an inquiring look. I motioned Ted to find out what was going on.
"Sis..."
"Hmm.."
"Who stepped on your tail?" asked cheekily from her.
""You.... "
"Stop you two and tell me what is bothering you?" I asked her trying to calm down these two.
"I don't think the first lead actress is not so into the character."
I have to say I had that feeling about her too. The problem is Mary focuses more on spending time and flirting with me. Even though I never encouraged her. Guess I have to clear things out for her, fair and square, if not I will be hurting Little Moon.
I called Lee in the next morning to get Mary for a conference call. The video conference was between me, Lee and Mary. As I needed to clear things out for her. I don't know how the outcome will be, but it's better to do it sooner rather than later in the drama production.
"Good Morning, George and Lee," said Mary.
"Good Morning you two," I said.
"So why did you both want me to meet you guys?" she asked.
"Mary, how was the preparation for the role going on?" I asked her.
"Hmm.. to be honest, George, I don't know why you agreed to do this. There are a lot of other dramas that are way better."
Now I remember how she appreciated and loved the character before. I only now realized when her attitude changed about the character. This all started after I posted the dancing video with Little Moon.
"Have your tea."
I was suddenly shocked and looked around to see Litle Moon going out of my room after giving me my cup of tea. And I looked at the screen to see Mary with a face almost ready to explode.
"George, who is she? and why do you stay in such a place?" Mary started.
"It's George's privacy. He doesn't have to answer your questions at all." Lee answered after he realized I was on mute.
"George cannot have anyone else besides her."
"Do you know her personally? Have you ever met her? At least do you know her name?" I asked her angrily.
I felt better by looking at her flushing cheeks as if she has done anything wrong.
"And may I add that you have used internet trolls to say bad things about a person you have no clue of," I screamed at her.
"But you don't know her. So how can she be yours in just a short time" Mary whined.
"Mary, I have known her for almost two years. But we only started our relationship recently. Our families have given us their blessings as well."
"What? No.. it cannot be.."
"Mary you need to know that George is the producer of this drama. I understand that if you want to leave you can leave now, so we can get another person to be the lead. But if you leave midway, you will have to compensate twice the payment amount you get from the drama." Lee explained to Mary."
"You are the producer? " asked Mary in surprise.
"Yes, and I will give you two days to decide. Keep in mind this is a story that could reach international recognition. And the last thing is a warning Mary. I know everything you have done up to now, but if you do continue I will take legal action against you." I had to show her my tough side, to keep her on track.
"I get it, George. I will do as you say." Mary said in a tone that was not convincing but out of rage.
"Let us know your decision in two days," Lee said letting go of Mary from the studio.
That evening I got a message from the art department, about the theme song video production. They have sent a copy to be checked before final production. They had worked hard and the outcome was mesmerizing. I shared the video with Mr.D who was resting at home these days.
"George, this is fantastic." was all Mr. D could say. "I am pretty sure the song will be a hit as well as Little Moon. Did she see this?"
"No, she didn't. I want this to be a surprise. So maybe I'll show this on the day we release the song."
"You are full of surprises George. She had been pretty happy the last few weeks.." said Mr.D.
"Thank you Mr.D. I hope she will be happy."
I was thinking about how Little Moon will react to the song with her images. There will be a commotion after the release of the song officially. I have to find a way to protect her until she is officially introduced. I want to keep her happy as she is now, carefree and loveable. She needs to have a relaxed mind to do her creations.
Ted looked so surprised after seeing the music video.
"Brother, are you hundred percent sure this is Little Moon?"
"Huh...."
"I mean... I have never seen my sis so beautiful.." he blinked at me.
"I know she is beautiful. Because I took those photos of her."
"You are so great. Why don't you become a photographer instead of an actor."
"Which photo do you like best from those?"
"My sis looks beautiful on the photo you took her on a stary night."
"Yeah, I love that photo too."
Ted thought for some time and said,
"Bro, after releasing the song, everyone will be curious about sis.." he looked at me.
"Yes.. we will have to protect her identity till the end of the drama production."
"Till when exactly?" Ted asked again.
"Till the awards night. It's a special request from Mr.D."
Ted agreed and he looked so serious at the same time. How can I protect her while I go back for the filming of the drama.