Ava_000

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

I stared at the faint glow of my phone screen, the three words I'd sent Layla still there, staring back at me like a curse. Leave me alone.

I knew I'd been harsh. Too harsh. But at that moment, it had felt necessary. I couldn't deal with her, her excuses, her apologies, her lies. Not after what I'd seen.

The image of her with Maeve was burned into my mind, and every time I closed my eyes, it replayed with gut-wrenching clarity.

Did I regret it? Maybe. But regret didn't change the fact that I didn't want to see her. Not now. Maybe not ever. My chest tightened as I shoved the phone aside, letting it clatter onto the bedside table.

The studio felt oppressive, a place where everything reminded me of her. The director had been sceptical when I called to say I needed time off, citing personal reasons.

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