Chapter 129: Chapter 129

The two agreed to meet at a late-night music bar.

"Meeting me this late, is there something important?" Ariana Lynch sat in a private seat, scrutinizing the woman across from her who was fiddling with her exquisite nails.

"Ariana, you’re here." Freya Caldwell greeted Ariana enthusiastically, scraping her nails, her expression turning slightly worried.

"I’ve heard that things aren’t harmonious between you and Savannah Lowell in the crew. Not only does she compete for roles, but she’s also been seducing Dylan Quinn. I guess you’ve had quite a few confrontations with her, openly and secretly. Would you like me to lend a hand?" Freya Caldwell curled her lips, looking at Ariana with some anticipation. For more chapters visıt novel⟡fire.net

"I wouldn’t stoop to compete with her. Where did you hear such rumors?" Ariana Lynch brushed her hair.

Elegantly, she picked up the wine glass in front of her, took a sip, and glanced at Freya Caldwell before continuing, "But Savannah Lowell’s acting skills really aren’t great, and she’s always so reckless in the crew. No one can really keep her in check, tsk tsk."

After saying that, Ariana Lynch shook her head helplessly, noticing the contemplative look on the woman across from her. She curled her lips slightly and complained, "Indeed, Mr. Sinclair may be the investor for this drama, but such trivial matters certainly aren’t worth his attention."

"Even though I’m the lead female role, partnering with Savannah Lowell isn’t easy. I’ve been contemplating switching to a more relaxed role," Ariana Lynch shook her head helplessly and sighed.

"Elias surely wouldn’t bother with such trivial matters." Freya Caldwell slammed her wine glass on the table, showing a look of disdain. "Savannah Lowell is truly overbearing as always, not even considering her own position."

Ariana Lynch took a small sip of red wine, looked up at Freya Caldwell, and said nothing more.

The next morning, before the crew went to work, Freya Caldwell requested a meeting with the director.

"Director Chandler, I’ve always been looking forward to the release of our drama, but I feel there’s plenty lacking in the set design and costumes," Freya Caldwell smiled, giving the director a meaningful look.

With years of experience in show business, the director naturally understood the implications of Freya Caldwell’s words, tentatively asking, "So, Miss Caldwell, how do you think we should improve?"

Freya Caldwell covered her mouth and chuckled softly before speaking slowly, "I have a passionate interest in the performing arts, having studied quite a bit on my own. As an ordinary viewer, I can guide the crew on how to better meet the audience’s tastes..."

Freya Caldwell paused, lightly observing the director’s expression before continuing, "I’ve always hoped to learn in a renowned director’s crew. Why not give me this opportunity, Director Chandler, and assign me a role?"

"Well..." The director was slightly hesitant, as he didn’t want someone like Freya Caldwell, who had no experience, involved in his drama.

"Ha," Freya Caldwell chuckled again, taking out a check from her bag.

"Here’s a four million dollar check. I’ll send the rest over once you arrange my role, Director." She placed the check in front of the director, tapping lightly on the amount.

The director’s eyes subtly shone at the sight of the check. After a few seconds, he spoke, "Given this, I’ll switch out the third female role. That role doesn’t appear frequently and won’t trouble you, Miss Caldwell."

Upon hearing this, Freya Caldwell’s expression changed immediately. Her fingers tapped the table forcefully, and she replied disdainfully, "Supporting role? I’ve read the script, and I believe the lead role suits me better. How about this: I’ll fund everything the crew needs, and this check is yours, Director."

"Miss Caldwell, we’ve already filmed over half the drama. If we switch the lead role, we’d have to start over, and I can’t bear such losses."

The director was indeed startled by Freya Caldwell’s words. Compared to the loss of the entire drama and everyone’s effort, four million couldn’t cover it.

"Just because you can’t bear it doesn’t mean I can’t. I’ll take care of all losses and the funds needed for reshoots. You know what The Caldwell Family is like. My dad is an investor in various big productions, initially planning to invest a new drama with you, Director Chandler. If you disagree, well, it might be invested elsewhere."

With that, Freya Caldwell sighed, showing an innocent expression. Seeing the director still hesitating, she changed her expression and prepared to leave with her bag.

"Miss Caldwell, please wait. In that case, I’ll discuss this with the producer." The director hurriedly stopped her, though still looking troubled, he swiftly pocketed the check. However, he couldn’t make the decision on his own; this needed proper discussion with the producer.

That said, Freya Caldwell’s offer was indeed very enticing.

"Then let’s have a pleasant collaboration." Freya Caldwell’s face was covered in an unstoppable smile, gently pressing her lips painted in sexy red.

Due to the change of the lead role, the entire crew stopped work for a day. Ariana Lynch, now playing the third female role, not only didn’t express any dissatisfaction but seemed somewhat delighted.

The next day during filming, it seemed only Quinn Lockwood was unaware of this change.

"Freya Caldwell, Savannah Lowell, prepare for the first scene shoot. Hurry up," the director’s voice echoed in the hall.

"What’s going on?" Quinn Lockwood looked at Freya Caldwell leisurely sitting by the side, her brows furrowed tightly.

"Hello, Miss Lowell, I’m your new partner." Freya Caldwell slowly stood and walked toward her, a smug smile on her face.

She lightly tucked her hair behind her ears and continued, "I hope you’ll cooperate well with me during the performance and not delay the progress, Savannah." With that, she shook the script in her hand, looking as if she were seriously perusing it.

Quinn Lockwood glanced at Freya Caldwell’s perfectly dressed figure but didn’t respond to her. She turned away to familiarize herself with the lines.

Bring it on, whatever comes. She just needed to focus on acting well.

Once filming started, Quinn Lockwood quickly got into character, while Freya Caldwell, due to lack of experience, appeared very stiff in both her actions and lines, constantly trying to insert herself into scenes. By the third scene, she openly began targeting Quinn Lockwood.

"The tea is good." Quinn Lockwood glanced at the Dongding Oolong Tea on the table and then walked to the window.

Freya Caldwell slowly followed behind her. When Quinn Lockwood stopped, Freya gently patted her on the shoulder. As Quinn turned to look at her, there was a sudden ’slap.’

Quinn Lockwood felt a sharp pain on her face instantly. Freya Caldwell’s lips curled into a smile, intending to use the excuse of adding to the scene to continue acting.

Quinn Lockwood touched her cheek, her eyes filled with anger. Before she could speak again, she raised her hand and slapped Freya twice. Raising her chin, she looked at the woman in front of her disdainfully and said coldly, "You dare hit me? You’re way over estimating yourself!"