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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 studio was buzzing with its usual energy, but my focus was elsewhere. Maya and Nicole were seated on the couch across from me, their endless cycle of giggles and kisses filling the room.

Normally, I'd find their antics amusing, but today, it grated on my nerves. They were so... unbothered, so effortlessly happy, while my own heart felt like a tangled mess.

I shifted in my seat, trying not to let my irritation show. It wasn't their fault I felt this way. Zaya wasn't here, and that was weird.

Usually, her presence lingered even when she wasn't saying much a steady, grounding force in the chaos of the studio. But now, it felt like something essential was missing. Maybe she'd already left.

"Earth to Layla," Nicole's voice broke through my thoughts. She was grinning, her head tilted in curiosity. "You've been staring off into space for ages. Something on your mind?"

Leave me alone