Chapter 44

That was Interesting!

The driver, startled and jittery, blurted out, “Mr. York, that's the Young family’s son. We should call911, right away!”

Tyrone cast a glance that was as cold as ice, his gaze sharp as a blade pressed against the jugular,chilling to the bone with its lethal intent.

"What Young family’s son?” Tyrone said dismissively, “I don't see anyone.”

“The one lying there,” the driver replied.

“Do his life and death concern you?” Tyrone asked with a thin smile.

"No."

“Turn around. Let's go home.”

"Yes, sir!”

Arriving home, Mrs. York noticed that Tyrone seemed to be in a rare good mood.

She debated whether to discuss Rachel's situation with him but barely started when Tyroneinterrupted, “Mom, I'm in a good mood right now. Let's not spoil it with unpleasant

matters.

Mrs. York chuckled nervously, “Alright, alright. I won't bring it up.”

Back in his room, Tyrone made a phone call, “Hey, Eric, I heard you got transferred to the RTA. Ineed a small favor.”

FE 2 DRF SO

The next morning, Violet arrived and said to Quintessa, “Get ready; we're heading to the studio toshoot some test photos.”

Quintessa, browsing the news on her phone, asked nonchalantly, “Oh? The show hasn't beencanceled?”

After the way she clashed with Tyrone, she thought for sure he wouldn't let her off easily, yet hereshe was, still in the cast?

Violet playfully flicked Quintessa’s forehead, “Can't you ever be positive?”

Quintessa laughed, “My bad.”

"You seem cheery today.”

"Yeah, I feel pretty good/

Violet glanced at the news on Quintessa’s phone, expecting gossip, but it was just a regular newspiece, “Young people today, driving like they're invincible.”

17:07

Quintessa scrolled past the story, “1 know, right? The things money lets them get away with.The news reported, “Last night, around 11 PM, a young man on a motorcycle was speeding and rana red light, colliding with a passing SUV. He was thrown from his bike, suffering multiple fracturesand is in a coma, critical but stable. A reminder to all citizens: please drive safely and obey trafficlaws. Do not speed in urban areas.”

Quintessa turned off her phone as Manny arrived at 8 AM to take her to the studio.

Director Cooper's project was a contemporary drama with a niche genre — a modern supernaturaltale. Quintessa landed the lead female role after discussions between Violet and Director Cooper.Director Cooper had remarked Quintessa’s looks were so striking that they were almost aggressive.Even if she played the second lead, her beauty would overshadow the main star, so it made sense tohave her as the lead.

The character was supposed to be sexy, sharp-tongued, and haughty — a perfect fit for Quintessa.After getting into costume and makeup, the photographer directed Quintessa through variousposes for her solo promotional shots. Then it was time for the paired photos with the male lead.The male lead was a newcomer named Reuben Laurier, a fresh-faced young actor who seemed a bitnervous. When he was asked to wrap his arms around Quintessa’s waist for some intimate shots,she could feel his muscles tense up, leading to a couple of retakes.

The director teased, “Reuben, are you just trying to hold onto Quinn a little longer because she’s sopretty?”

“No, no, that's not it.”

"Are we done here?” A cool, detached voice suddenly asked.

Director Cooper turned to see that visitor and quickly greeted him, “Mr. York, you're here.”

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