The grand audition hall at Star Entertainment buzzed with energy. Talented actresses filled the room, each eager to secure the lead role in the highly anticipated film. Among them was Isabella, a graceful and determined young actress. She had rehearsed tirelessly, hoping to prove that she was more than just a pretty face—she had real talent.
As Isabella stepped onto the stage, the judges observed her with keen interest. Her performance was captivating, filled with emotion and depth. She brought the character to life, leaving the panel impressed.
"This girl has potential," one of the judges murmured.
As she finished, the judges exchanged looks, already considering her for an important role in the movie.
But then—Amanda arrived.
The moment she walked in, whispers spread throughout the hall. "The big actress is here." Her presence was undeniable, and she basked in the attention, believing that her secret "meeting" with the director had already secured her the lead role.
With a confident smirk, Amanda walked forward, her heels clicking against the polished floor. "I cannot start my audition without seeing the director first," she declared.
The room fell silent.
Meanwhile, Hazel watched everything unfold on her laptop screen from her office. A knowing smirk played on her lips as she closed the laptop and stood up. The people running the audition had no idea she was about to personally step in.
The doors to the audition hall suddenly swung open.
Hazel strode in, her presence immediately commanding attention.
"I heard you were looking for me," she said smoothly, her eyes locked onto Amanda.
Amanda's confidence flickered. Her expression momentarily wavered before she quickly recovered. "What are you doing here?" she demanded.
The judges, crew, and other actresses immediately stood up and greeted Hazel with respect. "You are welcome, ma'am."
Hazel walked forward with calm authority and took a seat in the director's chair—the chair Amanda recognized from her meeting.
Amanda's entire body tensed. She had been tricked.
She barely managed to keep her shock hidden, quickly masking her face with a composed smile. Without another word, she stepped onto the stage and began her audition, determined to still win.
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Later that evening, the audition results were announced.
Amanda was chosen as the lead role.
She grinned in victory, convinced that her plan had worked after all but she was curious that why did hazel give her the lead role, after all she is s not the on she met the last night. But then—Isabella's name was called.
She had been chosen as the second lead role.
Amanda clenched her fists. She had assumed she would own the spotlight alone, but now she had competition.
Still, she held her head high. She had won.
And tonight, she would celebrate that victory.
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That evening, the entire cast and crew gathered for a formal dinner with the CEO of Star Entertainment—Zamiel.
Amanda arrived in a stunning dress, her confidence at an all-time high. She stood before the audience, gracefully raising her glass.
"I want to thank our CEO, Mr. Zamiel, for granting me this opportunity," she said sweetly. "And, of course, the director in charge of this amazing project."
Hazel smirked from where she sat.
Meanwhile, Amanda had set a devious plan into motion.
She had secretly instructed a waitress to drug Zamiel's wine. The drug would put him in a vulnerable state, making him easier to manipulate.
However, Zamiel's assistant noticed something strange.
He saw the waitress acting suspiciously and quickly reported it to Zamiel.
Zamiel, ever the strategist, simply replied, "Understood."
But what Amanda did not know was that her wine had also been tampered with.
The Toast and the Unexpected Turn
As the dinner continued, Amanda raised her glass toward Zamiel.
"I would love to have a special toast with you," she said, her voice dripping with charm.
Zamiel stood up, his dark eyes unreadable. "Of course."
Their glasses clinked.
Amanda smiled in triumph as she took a sip. She knew that the drug was about to take effect on Zamiel.
But as she walked back to her seat, she suddenly felt dizzy.
Her vision blurred. Her head spun.
But she shakes the feeling off body, knowing it part of her plans. As she smirks
She pretended to stumble , knocking over the wine bottle , that contained the drug, making sure that no one drink from the wine she had drugged.
The glass shattered, spilling the spiked liquid all over the floor.
Everyone in the room turned to look.
Amanda froze.
Her heart pounded in panic. She needed to get away before anyone realized what she had tried to do.
Zamiel, already feeling the effects of the drug, did not say a word. He simply stood up and left.
One by one, people began retreating to their rooms as Zamiel had arranged for everyone to stay overnight at Star Hotel.
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The drug in Zamiel's system was stronger than expected. His body burned with an unfamiliar heat as he stormed into a random hotel room, seeking relief.
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Meanwhile Amanda is also in a suite.
Her plan was still in motion.
Just as she was about to call someone, her door swung open.
A shadowy figure stepped inside.
Amanda, her vision still blurred, smiled seductively.
"Mr president… you are here," she purred, beginning to unbutton her dress.
The man did not reply.
Instead he stepped closer . As they both engaged in a deep kiss.