Madisyn simply typed, “Okay,” and with a tired sigh, she shut herptop.


    The weight of the day tugged at her, pulling her into theforting embrace of her bed.


    Sleep imed her quickly, and she drifted off into a deep, dreamless slumber.


    The next morning, the skies were grey with storm clouds.


    Tatiana got up early.


    Today was the opening ceremony for the new TV drama, which was critical for its sess.


    The original novel was written by none other than Hermione, so it was a given that many eager reporters would be present.


    Tatiana took her time getting ready, determined to stand out at the ceremony.


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    Just as she was adjusting the final touches, her phone buzzed.


    It was Kiley.


    “Tatiana, I still haven’t heard anything from Victor.


    Did I get the part or not?” Kiley asked, her voiceced with anxiety.


    Tatiana frowned, her brow creasing in concern.


    Filming was set to start today, and Victor hadn’t contacted Kiley yet?


    Among all the auditionees yesterday, Kiley had stood out the most.


    It didn’t make sense.


    “I’ll talk to Victor,” Tatiana offered, her voice calm.


    She tried calling Victor, but the line was busy.


    After several attempts, she finally gave up and called Kiley back.


    “Why don’t youe over first? I’m sure you got the role.


    ”


    “Okay,” Kiley responded, cheering up instantly.


    The opening ceremony buzzed with life, the air thick with anticipation as reporters swarmed the venue, their cameras at the ready.


    When Tatiana made her entrance, the shbulbs exploded in a frenzy, capturing her every graceful smile and wave.


    Kiley, just a step behind, felt the eyes of the crowd on her too.


    The photographers, like moths to a me, eagerly documented their every move.


    Spection had been rife online about who would snag the coveted second female lead, and now, the suspense was finally over.


    Reporters scrambled to break the news, eager to be the first to share the scoop.


    As soon asizens got wind of the news, reactions flooded in.


    “I knew it! That role was Kiley’s from the start.


    Victor would never gamble on some unknown rookie,” onement read.


    “The neer is gorgeous, but it seems she doesn’te across as very likable,” another chimed in.novelbin


    “Such a shame.


    With looks like hers, she could’ve been a star, but that personality? Total turn-off,” another added.


    Even before making her big break in the entertainment industry, Milly had already amassed a legion of haters.


    Settling into a quiet corner of the venue, Kiley checked her phone and scanned through theirments, a smug smile tugging at her lips.


    Confidence radiated from her.


    The role was hers—-no question about it.