He scrutinized the text once more, ensuring he hadn’t misread. “Duane, are you playing games with me? Wasn’t the shoot scheduled for after Christmas?”

“The team just told me it’s been moved up.”

This left Bradley dumbfounded. “Why?”

“I have no idea. I heard nothing about this earlier. You must return by tomorrow. Your assistant’s booking your ticket as we speak. If you miss the opening ceremony, the media will begin speculating once more.”

The realization that he’d have to leave so soon crushed Bradley. He managed to ask, “Can’t I take some time off?”

“What do you think?”

While others involved might be able to delay, Bradley, the lead, couldn’t afford such luxury. Moreover, since Bradley had been without work lately, the staff knew his schedule well.

was one of

His discomfort was palpable.

trip was dead before it had

her food and inquired, “Bradley, what’s going on? You look

a heavy sigh, Bradley slumped back into his chair, grappling with his emotions. He just wanted to strangle the person who had decided to

the matter?” Bettie

full of sorrow, Bradley

Didn’t you wrap up all your work?” Sabrina questioned, taking a refreshing bite of

don’t know why they’ve moved

long days to finish his work, only

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