Love in the Limelight Novel

Chapter 104

She’d just hailed a cab when her bodyguard shadowed her from the back alley.

When Astrid arrived at the hotel, Dale had sealed the deal with the producers.

Upon seeing her, they exchanged a few pleasantries before immediately signing the contract.

It was an agreement to be the resident guest on a magic variety show.

Carlos was tipsy, swaying as he walked. He told Dale, “You’ve signed a good actress this time, Ms. Irvine’s got the goods

She’s going places.”

“Thanks, Mr Carlos, Astrid gave a small laugh, maybe due to the high temperature of the air–conditioning in the private room, she felt a bit warm. Astrid looked at Dale, “You’ll have to get Mr. Carlos home.”

1ll get Mr Carlos home, but can you get home yourself? Where did you go drinking before this? Why are you so flushed?” Dale asked, clearly concerned. Astrid shook her head. “I’m fine, you know I can handle my liquor; just go, I’ll get a cab home.”

Alright then, stay put here, Mr. Carlos‘ house isn’t far; I’ll come back for you as soon as I drop

“Okay “Astrid nodded.

Astrid several times

feeling increasingly

feel the effects of the alcohol.

she didn’t have any other

decided to rush home before the alcohol fully kicked in.

stood up and quickly went downstairs, but as soon as she stepped out of the hotel, she was stunned.

pouring rain

her rotten luck.

magician, Ms. Irvine? No one to pick you up?” A sarcastic voice rang out. Astrid turned to see Leah and

back on them, not wanting to entertain their nonsense.

she reached out to catch some rain,

Being ignored by Astrid now only wounded her pride