As the sun began to set, casting a warm orange glow over her office, Emily finally paused, her fingers hovering over the keyboard.
She read back through the latest scene, trying to get things in order as she feels a bit nervous not knowing what his expectations could be, at the same time feeling a sense of pride and accomplishment.
Just as she was about to dive back into writing, Emily's phone buzzed. It was a text from Jen, her assistant. "Hey Emily, just a heads up: Ryan Thompson is arriving on set tomorrow morning.
The producers want to schedule a meeting with you to discuss the project." Emily's heart skipped a beat. Tomorrow? Already?
Emily quickly typed out a response to Jen's text. "Can we push the meeting to afternoon? I'm still on the script and want to get as much done as possible." Jen responded almost immediately.
"Let me check with the producers. Will get back to you ASAP."
Emily nodded to herself, being hopeful. Maybe she could squeeze in a few more hours of writing before meeting Ryan Thompson.
As she waited to hear back from Jen, Emily refocused on her script, pouring all her energy into the story.
The words flowed effortlessly, and she felt like she was in the zone.
Just as she was hitting her stride, Emily's phone buzzed again. It was Jen, with an update on the meeting time. Emily's eyes scanned the text from Jen. "Meeting pushed to 2 PM tomorrow. Producers are cool with it."
Emily let out a sigh of relief, feeling a weight lift off her shoulders. She had a few more hours to focus on her writing, and she was determined to make the most of it.
With renewed energy, Emily dived back into her script.
She wrote through the evening, barely noticing the time.
As the night drew to a close, Emily saved her work and closed her laptop, feeling satisfied with the progress she'd made.
Tomorrow, she'd face Ryan Thompson and whatever challenges came with working with him. But for now, Emily allowed herself a moment of triumph.
She'd prepared as much as she could, and she was ready to take on whatever came next. Emily's eyes wandered to her bookshelf, where she had a collection of scripts and filmmaking books.
She pulled out a book on actor-director collaborations and began to flip through the pages.
As she read, Emily stumbled upon a section about Ryan Thompson's working style.
According to the book, Ryan was known for being intensely prepared and having strong opinions about his characters.
Emily's mind began to whirl with questions. What would Ryan be looking for in the script? How could she ensure that her vision aligned with his?
With newfound determination, Emily opened her laptop and began to search for more information on Ryan's past projects.
She watched interviews, read reviews, and analyzed his performances.
As the night wore on, Emily felt a sense of clarity.
She had a better understanding of Ryan's strengths and weaknesses, and she was ready to tailor her pitch to his unique perspective.
The next morning, Emily woke up feeling refreshed and focused.
She got dressed, grabbed a cup of coffee, and headed to office to do the final work on her script.
As she stood facing the mirror and a soft music playing in her office, she assured herself that she can do it and that Ryan Thompson is no different from other talented actors she had worked with.
Feeling tired and as the time was fast approaching, she decided to take a walk round the firm.
As she walked onto the set, Emily saw Ryan Thompson waiting for her. He was even more handsome and charismatic in person. His charisma and appearance were breathtaking.
Emily's heart skipped a beat and she could feel butterflies in her belly as she approached Ryan. She took a deep breath, trying to calm her nerves.
She didn't want to come across as starstruck or unprofessional.
Ryan caught her eye and smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners.
"Hey, Emily," Ryan said, extending his hand. "Great to finally meet you."
Emily took his hand, trying to play it cool. "Hey, Ryan. Great to meet you too."
As they shook hands, Emily felt a spark of electricity. She quickly pulled her hand back, trying to brush off the feeling.
Emily took a subtle step back, trying to create some distance between herself and Ryan's disarming smile.
She needed to maintain a professional boundary, especially since they were about to discuss a project that meant a lot to her.
Ryan didn't seem to notice her retreat, his eyes still locked on hers with an unnerving intensity. Emily smiled, trying to break the tension.
"Hey, Ryan, would you like to grab a cup of coffee and discuss the project? Sometimes I find it's easier to brainstorm in a more relaxed setting."
Ryan's face lit up with a charming smile. "I'd love to," he said, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "Lead the way."
Emily nodded, exhaling deeply. Maybe this was exactly what they needed – a chance to break the ice and get to know each other in a more casual setting.
As they walked to the craft services area, Emily couldn't help but notice the way Ryan moved with a confident swagger, his eyes
As they reached the craft services area, Emily gestured to the coffee machine. "Help yourself," she said, smiling. "I'll grab us a couple of chairs."
Ryan nodded, pouring himself a cup of Espresso coffee. "Thanks," he said, handing Emily a cup of freshly brewed coffee. "I needed this."
Emily took a sip of her coffee, feeling the warmth spread through her chest. "So, how's your day been so far?" she asked, trying to keep the conversation light.
Ryan shrugged, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "It's been good. Just getting settled in and meeting the team."
Emily nodded, smiling. "I know the feeling. It's always a bit chaotic at the start of a new project."
As they chatted, Emily found herself feeling more and more at ease around Ryan. He was charming and witty, and she couldn't help but be drawn to his charismatic personality.
Emily and Ryan chatted effortlessly, discussing everything from their shared love of movies to their favorite hobbies. Emily found herself laughing and smiling more and more, feeling like she'd known Ryan for years.
As they talked, Emily couldn't help but notice the way Ryan's eyes sparkled when he smiled, or the way his hair curled slightly at the nape of his neck. She felt a flutter in her chest, but tried to brush it off as mere professionalism.
"So, Emily, I've heard great things about your script", he said, his voice low and smooth. I'm excited to dive in and discuss the project and I hope that wouldn't be a problem during the meeting. "That wouldn't be a problem" Emily replies instantly with a smile and her eyes sparkled with his praises about her script giving her hope that they will work well together.
Just as they were getting into a heated debate about the best pizza topping, Ryan's assistant appeared, looking apologetic. "Ryan, sorry to interrupt, but the producers are ready to meet with you."
Ryan nodded, standing up and smiling at Emily. "Duty calls," he said, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "But I'm looking forward to continuing this conversation later."
Emily smiled back, feeling a sense of disappointment that their chat had been cut short. But she was also relieved – she wasn't sure how much more of Ryan's charm she could handle.
Emily watched as Ryan walked away, feeling a sense of confusion wash over her. She hadn't expected to feel such a strong connection with him, and she wasn't sure how to process it.
She took a deep breath, trying to calm her racing thoughts. She needed to focus on the project, not get distracted by her own feelings.