Zuko licked his lips, feeling his throat dry. He was adept at concealing his emotions, never allowing them to show on his face.

However, lying was not his strong suit. He had been forbidden from lying since childhood.

Now, he found himself struggling to fabricate what might be the biggest lie of his life.

Lina’s eyes grew increasingly suspicious. “Zeke, a meal at that hotel could cost someone’s entire annual income, so…”

“I did something, but it’s not illegal,” he replied, his voice deep, avoiding direct eye contact.

In the past, he never looked people in the eyes because he simply didn’t care. But now, he felt a pang of guilt, hence avoiding her gaze.

Her anxiety grew instantly. “What did you do?”

Zuko fell into a momentary silence. Immersing himself in the persona of “Zeke,” he quickly brainstormed what kind of activity could have yielded such a large sum of money in a short period of time.

he remembered his uncle, a renowned actor, in Southeast Asia. Although Zuko was no longer involved

like Zeke, with a tarnished reputation, no educational background, but undeniable

of disgust washed over him. He never anticipated that one day he would have to sell his

skilled at crafting

expected. She stood there, stunned for ten seconds, her brows furrowed. “Are you lying

quickly sorted

I’ve been going there for the past few days. I’m still

Bay, Jangasas. Multiple film crews were always shooting there, and film school students often gathered in the area. Given Zeke’s striking appearance, it would be relatively easy for

just part of a group performance, right?” She scrutinized him. “You can’t

effortlessly added more lies. “I am a stunt double and perform dangerous scenes or actions that the actors themselves won’t

She was taken aback.

doubles earn a lot.” Zuko continued weaving his web of deception. “And it’s not like I only started going

spent it all

“Almost.”

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