Chapter 476
Chapter 476
Every room had its bathroom, so they wouldn’t need to worry about finding a toilet.
Lily replied with a gentle smile, “Aria, we only go to the living room when it’s time to eat. I’ll pop out and get it myself if we need anything.”
“Alright,” Aria said and affectionately ruffled their hair. “Sorry to keep you cooped up today. But if the crew’s cooking is good, we’ll enjoy something fresh
and new!”
Since they were filming at home, cooking was a must–have segment for the show.
“Okay,” Lily replied sweetly.
At 9 a.m. sharp, Vanessa led the way, and the “Cozy Screening Room” production crew arrived at Mayen Garden. Their first task was to set up the
cameras.
Vanessa burst in with an armful of plushies. “Aria! The crew brought gifts for the girls.”
Aria looked over. Finn Greer, the director, gave her a warm smile and said, “Sorry to bother you today.”
“Not at all. Thank you for the plushies, Mr. Greer,” Aria replied.
“I’ll go check on the girls,” Vanessa said. She had prepared some gifts herself. ‘I can bring my gifts to them now,‘ Vanessa thought.
Several staff members began installing cameras. Glancing around, they noticed the painting by the stairs. Someone couldn’t help but ask, “Is this a painting by Mono Smith?”
Aria shook her head. “No, it’s just a replica.”
‘Oh, it’s just a replica?‘ The person who asked the question looked surprised.
Finn asked, “Can we include the painting in the shot?”
“Sure,” Aria said, “just make a note that it’s a replica when you film.”
“Got it,” Finn replied.
With Vanessa gone, the atmosphere grew a bit awkward. Finn tried to break the ice, turning to Aria. “I heard your sister is in her senior year. Will our filming here disturb her exam preparations?”
“She’s already taken the SAT,” Aria said.
Finn chuckled, “Oh, right, I almost forgot that today’s the day SAT scores come out,”
Aria replied, “Yeah, the scores come out at noon.”
Unaware of how her sister had performed, Finn decided not to pry and smoothly changed the subject.
After the crew finished setting up the cameras, Finn stood up and said, “There are five guests, and with you, that makes six. Six camera operators will be here, one for each of you. We’ll wrap up filming as quickly as possible to minimize disruption to your routine.”
“No worries. Just take it as Vanessa’s place,” Aria said.
Hearing this from outside the room, Vanessa dashed over and I hugged Aria, nuzzling her affectionately. She cooed, “Love you, babe. I’m sleeping with you tonight.”
The crew was dumbfounded, as the sharp–tongued queen instantly transformed into a coquettish sweetheart.
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Chapter 476
Finn looked at Vanessa with a complicated expression and said, “Ms. Ward, could you please handle the reception of the other guests?
Vanessa said, “Alright, I’ll go downstairs with you.”
After they left, Aria received a message from Orlando. [19th floor. Russell wants to talk.]
Aria texted Vanessa and headed to the 19th floor.
It was Orlando who opened the door.
Orlando glanced behind Aria and asked, “Rachel didn’t come with you?”
Aria walked in without waiting for an invitation. “Her name is Pearl.”
Orlando asked again, “Pearl didn’t come with you?”
“You never mentioned bringing her,” Aria said as she strode over and sat opposite Russell. Noticing the fresh scar on his face, she smirked. “Seems life’s been treating you well lately, Mr. Nicholson.”
Russell stared at her, his eyes dark and unreadable. “You’ve got a variety show to film, so let’s make this quick…”
Russell paused before asking, “How did my sister die? Tell me everything you know, and I might spare your life.”
Aria sneered, “If I tell you, it’ll look like I’m scared of you. I value my pride more than my life. I’d rather die than lose my pride. So go ahead, Mr. Nicholson. Try to kill me. I’m ready.”
As Aria rose to leave, Orlando’s expression darkened immediately. “Don’t think Rachel’s support gives you the right to wash your hands of this, Aria. You’re just as accountable for Sara’s death.”
Aria stopped in her tracks.“Wasn’t it you who indirectly delivered Sara to the Solemnity Guild?” she retorted. “Come talk to me about this when you understand what ‘respect‘ means. You can’t even handle Olivia. What a pair of losers!”
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