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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 warmth of Zaya's lips against mine was everything I hadn't realised I needed. The world around us seemed to disappear, the ache in my body momentarily replaced by something softer, something that filled the hollow spaces inside me.

For days, I'd felt lost, drowning in guilt, regret, and the unbearable silence between us. But now, with Zaya so close, her steady presence grounding me, it felt like I could breathe again.

When I pulled back, my forehead rested lightly against hers, and I let out a shaky breath. My heart was racing, not from the fever or exhaustion, but from the way her touch had reignited everything I'd been trying to suppress. I'd missed her—God, I'd missed her.

"Layla," Zaya whispered, her voice barely audible. There was something raw in her tone, a mix of confusion and tenderness that made my chest tighten.

"I'm sorry," I murmured, my voice trembling as I searched her eyes. "I shouldn't have... I just... I missed you so much."

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