too late for a second chance novel (Lila and Dorian)

Dorian's demeanor became even colder upon hearing what the director said.

He forced a smile and asked, "Are you two close?"noveldrama

The director furrowed his brows and replied, "Just a little." Then, he fell silent.

After finishing her tasks, Lila messaged Jamie to check on their first day at the set.

After confirming that everything was fine, she stretched her back, relishing the satisfying cracks in her spine.

Samuel called out to her as she was preparing to head back to the hotel. "Lila!" She turned around. "Mr Grant, is there anything else?"

"No, no." He waved his hand dismissively. "Just wanted to let you know that we've changed hotels for today. We're now at Opulent Hotel.

"Pack your things and go register at the front desk. If you have too much to carry, just call me."

Lila was surprised. She didn't ask further, but her expression clearly showed her confusion.

How could the production crew afford to stay at Opulent Hotel?

Noticing her bewilderment, Samuel explained, "Didn't the Morgan group invest in us? They've already advanced part of the funds. The actors and staff need good accommodations so they can work with energy. Now hurry up and pack."

Lila didn't dwell on it.

She unexpectedly ran into Cole at the hotel entrance. He was leaning against a sleek black car she hadn't seen before.

He waved cheerfully and greeted, "Ms. Hart."

"Did Uncle Kieran change his car?"

This car looked brand new. It was clearly just purchased, but the brand and model...

She tapped her chin, feeling it didn't quite match Kieran's aloof and steady demeanor.

Cole smiled and said, "Not at all! Mr. Morgan prepared this for you. I was tasked with delivering it."

"For me?" Lila was genuinely surprised.

They had only discussed this that morning, and Kieran had arranged it by the evening?

It would have been fine if it were something else, but this car, while not as luxurious as what Kieran usually drove, still cost over a million.

Cole didn't give her a chance to refuse and shoved the car keys into her hand. "By the way, I heard you changed hotels. I can help you carry your things since there must be a lot."

He grinned slyly. Delivering the car was his primary task, and moving her things was his secondary task.

Kieran really cared for Lila. Just for her comfort, he had changed the hotel for the entire crew.

Lila didn't refuse and let him help her with the move.

After packing up, Cole didn't linger and took a taxi back.

She finally managed to get a good night's sleep here, and the next day, she woke up and messaged Kieran.

"Thanks to the big sponsor for changing the hotel for the whole crew. I'm

benefiting from it too!" She added a bear-bowing emoji at the end.

Seeing this, Kieran's eyes lit up as he replied simply, "As long as you're comfortable."

He even imitated her and sent a playful emoji back.

When Kieran arrived at the company, Cole immediately sensed he was in a good mood. During the morning meeting, he didn't even get angry when a supervisor reported a mistake.

What mysterious force could have influenced him?

Taking advantage of her break, Lila, in good spirits, drove her new car over to visit Jamie and Teddy.

After circling around without seeing anyone, she asked Jamie for their location. Before Jamie could reply, she overheard some discussions nearby.

"This trending topic has been up for two days, and Dorian hasn't responded yet. His affairs with Lila must be real, right?"

"I don't know. I've seen plenty of Dorian's fans criticizing Lila. Why? Isn't it normal for a collaboration to end?"

"Let me tell you, you clearly don't understand the entertainment industry. At first, I thought it was just a regular contract expiration, but now it's turned into huge negative news online, and Dorian still hasn't come out to clarify anything."

The girl, who didn't quite understand at first, suddenly realized. "So, you mean they didn't part ways amicably but had a falling out? But why?"

Another girl scoffed. "Why? It's obvious! Some people think they made the actor famous, and now their appetite has grown. They want more."

The previously quiet girl chimed in, "I've interacted with Dorian before, and he's a nice person. If there weren't something truly intolerable, he wouldn't be so ruthless toward a veteran in the industry."

"People are never satisfied! I thought it was odd when she brought two newcomers to our crew. She's just asking for trouble!"

"I really don't get why Nexus Entertainment is still supporting someone like her."

Lila was already mentally prepared for malicious speculation, so hearing this didn't affect her much.

She pulled her gaze away but unexpectedly locked eyes with Dorian from a distance.

He was listening indifferently to the slander against Lila.