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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 drive stretched before us like an endless ribbon of possibility, the hum of the engine a steady counterpoint to the quiet tension sitting between Layla and me.

She stared out the window, her chin resting on her hand, and while her posture was relaxed, the slight downturn of her lips told a different story.

I gripped the wheel a little tighter than necessary, my mind swirling with thoughts I couldn't voice. Layla was acting off, and I couldn't figure out why. She hadn't said much since we'd left the studio, answering my questions with brief, almost dismissive responses.

This wasn't her. Not the Layla who filled every quiet moment with her chatter, her laughter, or some ridiculous comment that made me roll my eyes and smile.

Just get me back home