What?! Kylee gasped in shock and stumbled backward several steps.

The revelation stunned Evie as well, and she pressed urgently, What happens to all the resources promised to Kylee?

Kylee s rise to fame had begun entirely through Collin s support, as he had opened doors with his connections and secured her access to premium fashion resources. Now that he wanted to sever all ties, those valuable resources would naturally disappear along with him.

This meant Kylee would lose the backing of Grester s most powerful talent agency, along with every future opportunity it could provide. Collin s decision was tantamount to blacklisting her from the entire industry.

Kylee s ashen face contorted as she cried out, No, Collin would never be this heartless to me. I have to see him!

Panic overtook her and she bolted forward, only to slip and crash violently onto the floor.

Kylee! Evie spotted blood pooling beneath her head and screamed in horror, Someone call an ambulance!

The following day, employees trickled in one by one to start their workday. Linsey had just settled into her chair when Yana s voice drifted over. Good morning, Linsey.

Morning, Linsey responded with a courteous smile.

Once the pleasantries ended, Yana s calculating mind went to work. She placed the file she had been concealing behind her back onto Linsey s desk. Linsey, there s something I could really use your help with.

Linsey eyed the file curiously. Do you need assistance with a project?

Yes. Yana adopted a helpless expression. My client is hosting a dinner tonight, but a family emergency just came up. Would you be able to go in my place?

Of course. Linsey agreed without a trace of suspicion.

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That s amazing. Thank you so much, Linsey. Yana feigned gratitude with a touched smile. I ll definitely take you out for dinner soon to make it up to you.

Linsey waved her off warmly. There s no need for such formality. I m glad I can help.

Once their conversation wrapped up, Yana turned to return to her workstation.

The moment her back was turned, a cruel gleam flickered through her eyes. Linsey, you re finished, she thought.

Linsey had pushed herself all afternoon, wrapping up her tasks ahead of schedule so she could clear the evening for the business dinner.

Just as she was about to clock out and track down Yana, her phone lit up with Gorman s name.

Are you free tonight?

His voice carried a gentle warmth that caught her off guard.

She blinked and asked without thinking, Is this your way of asking me to dinner?

You catch on fast, he said with a warm smile, his tone teasing. Then he added, But honestly, you ve been drowning in work lately. You barely answer me anymore. If it keeps up, whatever we have whether as friends or something more will just fade away.

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