Chapter 208

Julian Chase's gaze lingered on Lucy White, a flicker of admiration flashing in his eyes.

She was far more captivating in person than in photographs.

He rose slightly and gave a polite nod. "Miss White."

Lucy returned the gesture. "Mr. Chase."

Turning to Director Jude, she said, "I'll go get ready for makeup now."

Director Jude chuckled. "We're shooting promotional stills today, so expect multiple outfit changes."

"No problem." Lucy smiled faintly before walking away.

Julian watched her retreating figure, his lips curling into an intrigued smirk.

Inside the makeup room, Lucy dialed Hugo Shaw's number.

"Master White?" Hugo's voice came through the line.

"Mr. Shaw, a major new investor showed up on set today. Were you aware?"

Hugo's tone turned serious. "Jason Chase suddenly injected capital. He's now the primary investor."

"That man has a complicated background and a notorious reputation as a playboy. Be careful."

He hesitated before adding, "I suspect... he might be targeting you."

Lucy's eyes glinted. "Understood."

Hanging up, she stepped out of the makeup room.

Lily Green was distributing drinks with her assistant in tow.

Watching Lily approach Julian with a coy smile and a beverage, Lucy scoffed.

Another target acquired?

To her surprise, Julian remained indifferent, refusing even to accept the drink.

Lucy pondered this.

It seemed the protagonist's halo had dimmed considerably.

Then she remembered the original plot.

Today was the day Julian would be ambushed.

In the story, Lily would "coincidentally" rescue him.

She couldn't let that happen!

During the promotional shoot, Lucy's performance dazzled everyone.

Lily glared at the proofs, her face darkening.

Storming over to the photographer, she snapped, "Did you deliberately make me look bad?"

The photographer didn't mince words. "Miss White simply outshines you. Should I photoshop you into a goddess?"

Lily trembled with rage.

Director Jude arrived and immediately berated her.

"One more outburst and you're replaced!" he warned sharply.

Lily bit her lip, tears streaming down her cheeks.

But inwardly, she vowed: Just wait until I'm famous. You'll be the first one I blacklist!

Seeing Julian head toward the restroom, she quickly wiped her tears and followed.