Chapter 44


    That was Interesting!


    The driver, startled and jittery, blurted out, “Mr. York, that’s the Young family’s son. We should call 911,


    right away!”


    Tyrone cast a nce that was as cold as ice, his gaze sharp as a de pressed against the jugr,


    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 Tyrone interrupted,


    “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. I need


    a small favor.”


    FE 2 DRF SO


    The next morning, Violet arrived and said to Quintessa, “Get ready; we’re heading to the studio to


    shoot some test photos.”


    Quintessa, browsing the news on her phone, asked nonchntly, “Oh? The show hasn’t been


    canceled?”


    After the way she shed with Tyrone, she thought for sure he wouldn’t let her off easily, yet here she


    was, still in the cast?


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


    Quintessaughed, “My bad.”


    “You seem cheery today.”


    “Yeah, I feel pretty good/


    Violet nced at the news on Quintessa’s phone, expecting gossip, but it was just a regr news


    piece, “Young people today, driving like they’re invincible.”


    17:07


    Quintessa scrolled past the story, “I 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 ran a


    red light, colliding with a passing SUV. He was thrown from his bike, suffering multiple fractures and isContent rights belong to N?velDrama.Org.


    in aa, critical but stable. A reminder to all citizens: please drive safely and obey trafficws. 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 supernatural tale.


    Quintessanded 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 yed the second lead, her beauty would overshadow the main star, so it made sense to


    have 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 various poses for


    her solo promotional shots. Then it was time for the paired photos with the male lead.


    The male lead was a neer named Reuben Laurier, a fresh–faced young actor who seemed a bit


    nervous. 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 so


    pretty?”


    “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.”