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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

After the shower, the steam still clung to my skin as I stepped out and reached for a towel. Layla, wrapped in one of my oversized towels, was grinning like she had just won a prize.

Her damp hair dripped onto her bare shoulders, making the dark strands shine under the bathroom light.

I tried not to stare, but it was impossible. She always had that effect on me—completely disarming, effortlessly beautiful.

"You're staring," she teased, raising an eyebrow as she caught me looking.

"Can you blame me?" I shot back, smirking as I wrapped a towel around my waist.

Layla laughed, a sound that filled the room and echoed in my chest. "Come on, let's get dressed before we turn into prunes."

I followed her out of the bathroom, the cool air of the hallway a sharp contrast to the warmth we'd just left behind.

I needed that