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    “Did Dani consent to that?” Elyse pressed, her voiceced with urgency.


    Lillian replied curtly, “Indeed, she did.”


    At this, Elyse was momentarily at a loss for words.


    Returning to converse with Dani, Lillian ryed Elyse’s response. “She didn’t even mention Winslow?” Dani’s voice trailed off into silence.


    “Is something troubling you, Dani?” Lillian inquired, noticing her distraction.


    Dani hesitated, her tone reflective. “I can’t quite articte the feeling. It’s unsettling.”


    Persisting, Lillian added, “Caiden mentioned he would remain silent unless you visit him.”


    Dani gave a slow nod. “I’ll pay him a visit this evening. Please fetch Linden for me.”


    Lillian observed Dani closely. “Are you concerned that Ninacks the strength to manage Natalie?”


    Dani exhaled sharply. “Nina’s approach is too mild. I doubt she’ll be able to handle it properly. Luckily, with Linden there, Natalie won’t get the chance to make a mess.”


    Chuckling, Lillian exited to call Linden.


    Upon Linden’s arrival, Dani instructed, “I need you to take care of Nina on the set. What are your thoughts?”


    Linden, quick to grasp the underlying implication, assured her confidently, “You can count on me. I won’t disappoint you.”


    That afternoon, Linden arrived at the film set.


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    The moment Natalie saw him, her face drained of color.


    Nina smirked, her eyes gleaming with mischief. “Well, well, if it isn’t Linden. Natalie, you two were almost married once. Thinking of reigniting that spark?”


    Back then, Dani had given Natalie two options—leave the country or marry Linden, with a vi as a bonus. Proud and ambitious, Natalie had chosen to leave. Linden had been the subject of ridicule for quite some time.


    Now that he was back, there was no way he would let Natalie feelfortable. Nina’s teasing was intentional, her voice loud enough for everyone to hear, causing Natalie’s expression to darken. Her gaze flickered toward Cormac. Linden caught the nce and without hesitation, pulled her into a secluded alley, forcing himself onto her.


    Footsteps echoed nearby as people passed. Natalie’s body trembled, her limbs going weak with humiliation.


    Linden’s harsh words brushed against her ear. “Go on, cause a scene! You’re a big star now, right? Scream—let everyone see who you really are!” Hot tears streaked down Natalie’s cheeks.


    As Natalie stumbled out of the alley, hushed whispers spread around her. “Women these days have no shame. Doing it in public? Can’t they control themselves?”


    “Isn’t she just a supporting actress? Women like her only move up in the industry by sleeping their way to the top. Absolutely disgusting!”


    The director stormed over, his eyes cold and piercing.


    Natalie opened her mouth to exin, but the director cut her off. “Natalie, have some dignity.”


    Instantly, every gaze locked onto her, judgment burning in their stares.


    Linden adjusted his clothes, satisfaction gleaming in his eyes.


    Natalie’s head dipped, her teeth clenched so hard they ached, her fists trembling at her sides.


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