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Layla Nightshade, a rising star in the acting world, is determined to become one of the greatest actresses. Her journey is fueled by her admiration for Zaya Swanson, a top model with a mysterious, icy heart. Two years after their first encounter, fate brings them together again when Zaya is forced to take on a lead role in a movie alongside Layla.

As they navigate the challenges of the film set, Layla’s warmth begins to melt Zaya’s defenses. However, Zaya’s reluctance to engage in romantic scenes and her disdain for acting create tension. Layla is determined to uncover the reasons behind Zaya’s cold demeanor and help her rediscover the joy in life and love.

Second act

The silence stretched in the room like a taut rope, every second pulling tighter. Nicole's grin was practically splitting her face, her eyes darting between Zaya and me as if she were watching her favorite soap opera unfold live.

She was practically vibrating with anticipation, ready to pounce on the slightest hint of drama.

Maya, more reserved but just as intrigued, leaned against the table, her eyebrow quirked as if she were waiting for someone to crack under the pressure.

Her gaze flicked between us, studying every micro-expression like a detective piecing together a case.

Zaya, to her credit, remained stoic, though I noticed the slight twitch at the corner of her mouth a telltale sign she was holding back a smile. She leaned back in her chair, adjusting the ice pack on her jaw with calculated nonchalance.

"Am I supposed to answer that?" she said, her voice smooth but laced with a playful edge.