After departing from the club, Betty Grayson hailed a taxi and headed back to her hotel. She still has a role to play in the show, so she must stay put.Jane stood waiting for a ride for a minute before her phone suddenly died. She then started her journey back to New York.Sitting in the back seat, Jane gazed out the window at the neon-lit street, her expression inscrutable.Initially, she joined the entertainment industry solely to earn money for her younger brother's medical expenses. However, after more than half a year, she seems to have developed a fondness for acting.Playing different roles is a way for her to release her inner emotions, allowing her to maintain a peaceful state of mind and confront the setbacks in life calmly.Despite this, what good is it to have a liking for something? She used to enjoy drawing, but her hands can no longer hold a paintbrush.It's difficult to do whatever you desire in life."Miss, it will take over three hours to reach New York. You can tak
Damien Wolfe was dressed in a bathrobe, and drops of water were visible on the tips of his hair, indicating that he had recently taken a shower. He was tall and had an uncommonly attractive appearance. Even in his nightwear, he exuded a different kind of lazy and handsome vibe.However, Jane didn't have time to admire his looks. Wasn't he at the clubhouse? Why did he suddenly come back, and why did he come back before her?Jane looked at Damien with a perplexed expression. Was he willing to come back with Ciara, a beauty, to spend the night together? she thought."Why are you standing at the door?" Damien's voice interrupted her thoughts. "Were you surprised to see me come back?"Jane snapped back to reality, and the corners of her mouth twitched. She was surprised but not happy. After all, from now on, she would have to live with a stranger, which was definitely a challenge for her.However, some things had to be faced. She thought of it as living in a dormitory while studying, excep
Jane was almost satiated by the delicious supper prepared by Evelyn, whose culinary skills were exceptional.She neatly placed the used napkin on the table and stood up to leave, telling Damien, "I am done with my meal, I'll head upstairs now."Damien suggested, "Let's change the way you address me. It's not common for a wife to call her husband so formally."Jane inquired, "What should I call you?"Damien teased her with a smile, "What do you think?"Jane felt a shiver down her spine at the idea of calling him Honey or Sweetheart.Damien noticed her discomfort and suggested, "Let's rest for the day."Jane agreed and followed him to the stairs, feeling exhausted and wanting to sleep.As she headed towards her bedroom on the second floor, a figure blocked her path, causing her to take a few steps back in fear.Damien was surprised by her reaction and asked, "Are you afraid of me?"Jane felt uneasy due to his sudden appearance.Damien changed the topic and asked, "Do you have any issues
In fact, Jane simply wanted to confirm once again. Since Damien had said no, she believed that there was no more to it."It's getting late. I'll go back to my room to sleep now," Jane spoke.Damien sighed, "It seems that I will be alone in the vacant room tonight." His tone carried a hint of resentment.Jane furrowed her brows, glanced at him, and inquired, "Damien, did you complete your studies in the Department of Drama?""No, I am studying finance. Why do you suddenly care about my major?" Damien lifted his eyes, and a smile graced his handsome face.Jane spoke honestly, "It's nothing, I just noticed that you have a lot of dramatics, and your acting is remarkable. I feel inferior in comparison to you."He felt as though he had swallowed a fly."Good night, Damien," Jane nodded slightly at him, turned around, and made her way towards the guest room.Damien watched the door of the guest room close, and the emotions on his face dissipated.His icy gaze scanned the surroundings. If thi
The sky is becoming overcast, and the illuminations of the stores on the side of the road are gradually illuminating.The taxi pulled up at the coffee shop on the side of the street, Jane settled the fare, alighted, and made her way straight to the interior of the coffee shop.She surveyed the surroundings and headed directly towards the corner table.Seated at the table was a young lady sporting a peaked cap and black trousers, beckoning to her.Jane approached, took a seat opposite her, and said with a smile: "Piper, I apologize for keeping you waiting."The young lady removed her sunglasses, revealing a delicate and fair complexion. The mole beneath the corner of her eye conveyed an alluring impression. She was the celebrated American songstress Piper Smith."It's not often that we meet, so I don't mind waiting." Piper giggled, seeing that Jane was convinced, and said, "I was just joking, I haven't been here for long."Jane nodded, "I'm sorry, you're so busy and I still made you com
Jane glanced at the wine offered to her, then at the young man standing in front of her, and apologized, "I'm sorry, I don't know how to drink.""Which actor is a teetotaler?" The young man raised his eyebrows."I forgot to introduce myself. My name is Jackson Drew. I invested in a movie out of boredom recently. I was worried about finding the right leading lady. When I met you, I saw hope."Jane examined the self-assured man before her. Was he implying something?Just as she was about to politely decline again, a hand suddenly appeared on her shoulder, belonging to Piper Smith."Apologies, Jackson, Jane doesn't drink. How about I drink this glass of wine for her?" Piper smiled at Jackson.Jackson's eyes glimmered, and he replied with a grin, "Sure, but since it's a substitution, at least three glasses.""No problem!" Piper agreed readily and downed three glasses of wine in quick succession."A great drinker, befitting of the Queen of Pop." The surrounding crowd cheered.Jane watched
Upon exiting the private room, Piper inquired, "Jane, what happened just now? Did Jackson bully you?"Jane remained composed and responded, "It's alright. I gave him a swift kick, and he got what he deserved."Piper's anger flared up, and she exclaimed, "The person who dares to bully you will face the consequences. I won't spare him." She was about to storm into the private room, but Jane restrained her and advised her against escalating the situation.Piper was dissatisfied, "Am I supposed to just watch you get bullied?"Jane chuckled, "I'm fine. Besides, he won't be able to perform in bed for a few days. My self-defense skills came in handy."Piper smiled at her, realizing how adorable she could be at times.Suddenly, footsteps approached from behind."Look, there they are."Jane turned around and saw the group of men from the private room earlier.Her expression darkened, "Let's go."Piper expressed concern, "I've heard that Jackson is a gangster. It seems to be true."The two exch
The roughness of the urban roads pales in comparison to the plush carpeting in the clubhouse.Jane gritted her teeth as the soles of her feet throbbed with agony, but she refused to halt her pace."Quickly, don't let her escape," a voice from behind urged.Her heart pounded in her chest as she sprinted ahead frantically, not daring to glance over her shoulder.Unbeknownst to her, a black Maybach pulled up from behind, came to a stop, and a person emerged from the vehicle, blocking the group of pursuers."Why are you obstructing us?" the leader scowled.Duke remained composed as he replied, "It's nothing. I simply informed the authorities that someone here is bullying defenseless women.""Do you realize who we are? You're courting death!" the man barked."I don't, but your boss surely does," Duke retorted, producing a business card and extending it towards him.The man cast a sidelong glance, skimmed over the card, and his expression altered drastically.After exchanging glances, the g