Love in the Limelight Novel

Chapter 25

“I was just saying. Mom, no need to get all worked up. Besides, even if Astrid becomes the CEO’s wife, you don’t have to beg for mercy!” Lucinda bit her lip, feeling uneasy at the thought of Astrid not marrying that

idiot Colton

She had originally planned to mock Astrid once she married that fool, but she didn’t expect their engagement to be suddenly called off.

“We have to apologize to her! You never consider how we treated her in the past. If she really becomes the wife of the Lampard Group’s CEO, she could destroy our company in a heartbeat. I don’t fancy returning to those hard times‘ Sandra paused and continued, “But don’t worry, Lucinda. That will never happen, If Fannie who’s pretty much a perfect star, couldn’t catch Mr Lampard’s eye, how could Astrid, with her dublous reputation, ever be his type?”

“I hope so” Lucinda felt even more annoyed thinking about Astrid’s upcoming role in a TV show She had always wanted to break into the entertainment industry herself. Despite being a popular live–streamer on Tomate Live, and the platform arranging for her to play minor roles in some shows, her acting career never took off.

easily landed a significant role Was it because she was prettier, and therefore more fortunate? Lucinda wasn’t

Alan, if we hadn’t just met, I’d think you’ve

had asked his cousin, Alan Fisher,

silently Indeed, it was custom–made for

Astrid might not like this specific apartment. If she didn’t, there were

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of the

contract now if there’s no problem, Alan suggested.

about the rent. She loved the place so much that she didn’t mind